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SUMMARY:Birding 101 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (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: \n\nWildlife Photography Tips:\nLearn to capture stunning images of wildlife using cell phones and cameras.\n\n\nBiodiversity Documentation:\nDiscover how to edit and submit photos to platforms like iNaturalist and eBird.\n\n\nPhoto Management:\nGet tips on organizing your photo library without cloud storage.\n\n\nCommunity Science Round-table Discussion:\nJoin our collaborative discussion on the ethics of sharing photos for science. Together\, we’ll explore how birdwatchers contribute valuable data and support conservation efforts.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/birding-101-workshop/
LOCATION:U.S. National Arboretum\, 24th & R St NE\, Washington DC\, 20002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Classes & Workshops,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T130000
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SUMMARY:Winter Weeds and Wildflowers
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Nature Forward) Not all herbaceous plants disappear in the winter. Many persist as dried stalks and seed clusters creating lovely\, dramatic forms throughout open landscapes. Join a naturalist for an indoor/outdoor introduction to winter weed and wildflower identification at our Woodend Sanctuary. We’ll also investigate seed dispersal strategies and examine plant skeletons for signs of summer insect activity\, such as insect galls\, chrysalids\, cocoons\, and egg cases.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/winter-weeds-and-wildflowers/
LOCATION:Woodend Nature Sanctuary\, 8940 Jones Mill Road\, Chevy Chase\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Plants,Winter
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Forward":MAILTO:contact@natureforward.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T190000
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SUMMARY:The Beauty and Magic of Winter Trees (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:(DMV) (Capital Nature) Join renowned local naturalist Alonso Abugattas\, the Capital Naturalist\, for a fascinating talk on trees during the winter months. Evergreens like American Hollies and Eastern Cedars provide life-sustaining food and shelter to birds and other wildlife\, and reward us with sightings of refreshing green and red. Deciduous trees reveal stunning winter forms while they gather strength for spring buds. With a keen eye you can recognize amazing Oaks\, Beeches\, and Sycamores by their distinctive bark\, nuts\, and fruits. \nAlonso will draw on his abundant knowledge of the natural world\, and on legends of indigenous peoples to reveal the amazing living world of our local trees in winter.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/the-beauty-and-magic-of-winter-trees-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Social and Cultural,Trees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T160801
CREATED:20260110T021334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T021334Z
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SUMMARY:Ferrets: The Road to Recovery (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center) Half a century ago\, scientists believed the last black-footed ferrets—the only ferrets native to North America—had gone extinct. Today\, their recovery marks one of the most hopeful conservation stories of the 20th and 21st centuries. In a free Smithsonian webinar\, discover how this endangered species rebounded with Paul Marinari\, a retired biologist with the Smithsonian’s National Zoo who assisted in the ferret’s recovery for much of his career.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/ferrets-the-road-to-recovery-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Animals,Classes & Workshops,Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T160801
CREATED:20260115T204951Z
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SUMMARY:Safe Sidewalks\, Clean Water: Smart Salting for DMV Residents (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Northern Virginia Regional Commission) Join the Northern Virginia Regional Commission (NVRC) and Interstate Commission for the Potomac River Basin (ICPRB) to learn how winter salt impacts our environment\, why it’s a growing regional concern\, and the simple steps you can take at home—before\, during\, and after storms—to apply just the right amount of salt to maintain safety in the winter. Learn application tips\, alternatives to salt\, and other ways you can be #wintersaltsmart while protecting the environment. \nThis event serves as the first of two mini-webinars to learn how you can take action around your community to stay safe and reduce salt impacts to the Potomac and other DC area water sources.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/safe-sidewalks-clean-water-smart-salting-for-dmv-residents-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T190000
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SUMMARY:The Effects of Climate Breakdown on Birds (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Northern Virginia Bird Alliance) Climate breakdown is already having significant effects on the natural environment\, including serious impacts on bird populations. Bill Young will present an overview about how birds are likely to be affected in the future and which ones are likely to be best or least able to deal with the impending changes. The course is intended for a general audience\, with no special knowledge of birds needed. \nBill Young is a writer and naturalist who lives in Kensington\, Maryland. His book The Fascination of Birds: From the Albatross to the Yellowthroat\, was published by Dover Publications in 2014.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/the-effects-of-climate-breakdown-on-birds-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Birds,Classes & Workshops,Climate
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T200000
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CREATED:20251218T043026Z
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SUMMARY:Science Inspires Art – Art Inspires Science (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Natural History Society of Maryland) Researchers utilize a biochemical technique called clearing and staining to create skeletal images of vertebrates. This makes biological specimens transparent while simultaneously highlighting specific structures. Dr. Noah Bressman blends this scientific technique\, photography\, and digital effects to highlight the beauty within fish anatomy. \nHe will discuss how he makes his unique neon skeletons\, major influences on his work\, and how his work has changed over time. Come learn about the scientific discoveries Dr. Bressman has made in the pursuit of art!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/science-inspires-art-art-inspires-science-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Art,Classes & Workshops,Nature Observation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T120000
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CREATED:20260110T010413Z
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SUMMARY:Bladdertraps and Biodiversity (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (US Botanic Garden) Carnivorous plants like those in the genus Utricularia have evolved fascinating adaptations to capture prey and thrive in challenging environments. Join Executive Director Dr. Susan Pell in conversation with student researchers Jamie Lubov and Alex Risdal as they share their studies of this extraordinary group of plants!  These discoveries open a window into an interconnected plant world rich with biodiversity.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/plant-science-conversations-bladdertraps-and-biodiversity-virtual/
LOCATION:US Botanic Garden\, 100 Maryland Ave SW\, Washington DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Plants
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T133000
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CREATED:20260115T205132Z
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SUMMARY:Community Winter Salt Management (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Northern Virginia Regional Commission) This session is tailored for HOA and other community association residents\, board members\, community managers\, and maintenance team members. Gain best practices and information for efficient winter salt use\, contractor coordination\, and strategies to reduce environmental damage while maintaining profitability and setting winter maintenance expectations.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/community-winter-salt-management-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T153000
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CREATED:20260114T224623Z
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SUMMARY:Skulls and Bones
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (NOVA Parks) You can learn a lot from an animal’s skull and bones…you just need to know what to look for! In this brand-new offering\, dissect an owl pellet to uncover and construct the skeleton inside\, explore the features of different skulls and learn how to identify their species\, measure the bite and grip forces these animals can exert\, and discover plenty more fascinating facts about wildlife. Ages 8+.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/skulls-and-bones/
LOCATION:Potomac Overlook Regional Park\, 2845 N. Marcey Road\, Arlington\, VA\, 22207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Classes & Workshops,Nature Observation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T160802
CREATED:20260114T211946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T211946Z
UID:10004034-1769272200-1769275800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Nature's Architects - Biomimicry
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Examine the sophisticated structural engineering found in animal constructions from beaver dams to bird nests and insect colonies. Discover how these natural building techniques inspire modern architectural innovations and sustainable design solutions. This interactive program explores the intersection of biological systems and human engineering through hands-on biomimicry investigations. Ages 5 to Adult.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/natures-architects-biomimicry/
LOCATION:Lake Accotink Park\, 7500 Accotink Park Road\, Springfield\, VA\, 22150\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Nature Observation
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