WILD Nature Play Club

Smithsonian's Anacostia Community Museum 1901 Fort Pl, SE, Washington, DC, United States

(DC) (Smithsonian) Bring your dancing shoes and join us for a very special session of Wild Nature Play Club: a live family concert with our "Get a Head Start with the Smithsonian" friends Nick the Music Man and Pinky Jackalope! After the concert, we will enjoy a child-directed hike along the half-mile George Washington Carver Nature Trail, then gather together ...

Amphibian Crossings

Gulf Branch Nature Center & Park 3608 Military Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Ever wondered why the salamander crossed the road? Prepare for the “big night” of amphibian migrations by learning about these creatures with a chance to meet one up close. Includes a short hike. Ages 6 to 10.

Little Critters Nature Play (Birds)

Smithsonian's National Zoo 3001 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, United States

(DC) (National Zoo) Bring your little zoogoer for a wild time as we explore animals and nature through creative, drop-in play! Little Critters Nature Play is designed for ages 0-5 and their caregivers and families. Activities are designed with early learners in mind, but all ages are welcome. Parents and guardians must remain with their children. Find more Smithsonian cultural and nature ...

Free

Storytime in the Garden

Brookside Gardens 1800 Glenallan Ave, Wheaton, MD, United States

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) oin us for an interactive story time followed by an outdoor exploration or activity for children ages 3-7. We will meet in the outdoor classroom area located in the Children’s Garden, weather permitting. Adults must accompany children. Meet in the Outdoor Classroom located in the Children’s Garden area. Find more Montgomery Parks events here.

$5

Little Critters Nature Play (Birding)

Smithsonian's National Zoo 3001 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, United States

(DC) (National Zoo) Bring your little zoogoer for a wild time as we explore animals and nature through creative, drop-in play! Little Critters Nature Play is designed for ages 0-5 and their caregivers and families. Activities are designed with early learners in mind, but all ages are welcome. Parents and guardians must remain with their children. Find more Smithsonian cultural and nature ...

Free

Animal Investigations: Amphibians

Long Branch Nature Center & Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Join us to investigate some live animal specimens! Kids will be their own scientists and get to see, touch and safely examine a variety of animal species. What's the difference between a frog, toad and salamander? How are they similar? Where can they found in nature? Ages 8 to 12. Find more Arlington Parks nature programs here.

$6

Turtle Time

Gulf Branch Nature Center & Park 3608 Military Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Want to learn more about turtles? Come and meet all the different turtles we have at the Nature Center, learn about their habits, and give them a snack! Ages 6 to 10. Find more Arlington Parks nature events here.

Storytime in the Garden

Brookside Gardens 1800 Glenallan Ave, Wheaton, MD, United States

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) oin us for an interactive story time followed by an outdoor exploration or activity for children ages 3-7. We will meet in the outdoor classroom area located in the Children’s Garden, weather permitting. Adults must accompany children. Meet in the Outdoor Classroom located in the Children’s Garden area. Find more Montgomery Parks events here.

$5
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