Deep Dive: Urban Wildlife (Virtual)
(VA) (Arlington Parks) What are Arlington’s common wildlife? What should you do if you encounter wildlife? We'll answer these questions in an interactive online program. Adults.
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The Science of Sleep and Hibernation
Winkler Botanical Preserve 5400 Roanoke Ave., Alexandria, VA, United States(VA) (NOVA Parks) Ever wonder how some native furry friends survive the chilly winter weather outside? Register the whole family and learn the difference between hibernation vs. brumation and the science behind why and how animals sleep safely in the cold. You’ll make and take home a rabbit friend and learn how to help them get ready to hibernate. Ages 5+.
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Mushroom DNA Lab Day
Mount Rainier Nature Center 4701 31st Pl, Mount Rainier, MD, United States(MD) (Mycological Association of Washington DC) Join us at Mount Rainier Nature Center to bring your mushroom samples at 10:00 am or at 1:00 pm to ask questions about our process or anything fungi. The experts are excited to answer your questions! If you are bringing samples to us, please ensure that the samples have been properly documented on iNaturalist, and ...
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Botanical Gardens of the World (Virtual)
(DC) (Smithsonian Associates) Indulge in a colorful midwinter escape as horticultural expert Keith Tomlinson leads a series of virtual visits that highlight the beauty of notable botanical gardens in settings as varied as Singapore, the Arizona desert, and the American Midwest. In vibrant visuals he explores how each garden has taken a unique approach to design and interpretation as they ...
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Documenting Birds and Biodiversity Workshop
U.S. National Arboretum 24th & R St NE, Washington DC, United States(DC) (Friends of the National Arboretum) Join us for a birding workshop led by the DC Bird Alliance! This engaging session is ideal for nature enthusiasts of all levels, designed to enrich your birdwatching experience with a special focus on photography. Highlights: Wildlife Photography Tips: Learn to capture stunning images of wildlife using cell phones and cameras. Biodiversity Documentation: Discover ...
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Restoring the Chesapeake Bay (Virtual)
(MD) (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center) Former Senator Gerald Winegrad has devoted himself to environmental causes for 56 years, including Chesapeake Bay restoration. He represented the SERC area in the Maryland legislature for 16 years. In this talk, he will examine the results of 42 years of formal efforts to restore the Bay in which he was intricately involved, winning many ...
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Caterpillars in Winter (Virtual)
(MD) (Natural History Society of Maryland) Insects are exothermic. External forces control their internal temperatures. So what happens in winter? How do insects make it through to spring? In this very special Must Learn Thursday, we learn from two experts, Dr. Mike Raupp and Dr. Max Ferlauto. Each will share information on the strategies insects employ and what we can do to ensure they ...
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Floral Design Workshop
Hillwood Estate 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, United States(DC) (Hillwood) Inspired by Hillwood’s newest exhibition On Time: Giving Form to the Fleeting, create an arrangement that can stand the test of time—featuring blooms that can be dried such as roses, thistle, and hydrangea—in this onsite floral workshop. All materials are included and subject to availability.
$70 – $80