• How to Participate in Great Backyard Bird Count (Virtual)

    (DMV) (Audubon and Cornell Lab) Embrace the joy of birds by participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) taking place February 13-16, 2026. This lively, beginner-friendly webinar will inspire you to deepen your connection with birds while joining a worldwide count. Join this one-hour live event to discover tips, tricks, and ideas to prepare for the GBBC, a fun ...

  • Frog Watch Training (Virtual)

    (MD) (Natural History Society of Maryland) FrogWatch is a nationwide citizen science program that tracks frog populations throughout the United States. Participation is a fun way to learn about amphibians as well as getting to know your local wetlands and frog & toad species. In the workshop you will learn how to identify frog and toad calls and how to ...

    Free – $5
  • Orchid Care

    US Botanic Garden 100 Maryland Ave SW, Washington DC, United States

    (DC) (US Botanic Garden) Want to know more about orchid care and maintenance? Drop by the Conservatory's Garden Court to talk with George about orchids! Bring your questions and connect with USBG plant science professionals in this Expert Is In program.

  • 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.

  • 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+.

  • 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 ...

  • 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 ...

    $65 – $90
  • 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 ...