Week of Events
Sunday, January 25, 2026
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January 25, 2026 -Searching for Lost Birds
Searching for Lost Birds
(VA) (Northern Virginia Bird Alliance) Join us on for our first Alliance Afternoon of 2026! We'll will kick off the meeting by conducting chapter business, followed by celebrations of the Christmas Bird Count and the 2026 Photo Contest Calendar. The featured presentation will be given by guest speaker John Mittermeier of the American Bird Conservancy, who will speak on the Search for ...
Monday, January 26, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
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January 27, 2026 -Pond Life: Winter Edition
Pond Life: Winter Edition
(VA) (Arlington Parks) Our ponds may be frozen, but they're still full of life. Come learn about our winter pond dwellers, and find out where the critters you don't see in winter have gone. Families.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
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January 28, 2026 -Deep Dive: Salamanders of Virginia (Virtual)
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January 28, 2026 -The Art of Floral Design (Virtual)
Deep Dive: Salamanders of Virginia (Virtual)
(VA) (Arlington Parks) This online talk will cover the common species of salamanders in Northern Virginia as well as the diversity and biology of these elusive amphibians. Adults.
The Art of Floral Design (Virtual)
(DC) (Smithsonian Associates) Learn the fundamentals of floral arranging as this class covers essential base mechanics, sourcing flowers, working with seasonal blooms, and photographing your work. Study design principles and techniques to build successful, balanced arrangements that reflect your personal style. These core skills are designed to help grow your confidence and give you a strong foundation to approach arranging. ...
Thursday, January 29, 2026
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January 29, 2026 -Demonstration: Repotting Orchids
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January 29, 2026 -Unique Geological Features of Virginia (Virtual)
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January 29, 2026 -Capturing Winter Scenes (Virtual)
Demonstration: Repotting Orchids
(DC) (US Botanic Garden) Connect with horticultural experts as they present tips and techniques related to their field of expertise. On this occasion, George will be in the Conservatory Garden Court showing how to repot orchids. Stop by to strengthen or stretch your skill set!
Unique Geological Features of Virginia (Virtual)
(VA) (Arlington Parks) The rocks don't sleep in winter! Virginia hosts some incredible geological features like caves, gorges, and waterfalls. These geological features in turn host unusual species and natural communities. Come learn about these special parts of our natural heritage!
Capturing Winter Scenes (Virtual)
(DC) (Smithsonian Associates) Bundle up, go outside, and take photos that stand apart from the pack. The low sun angles bring long shadows, snow and ice provide uniqueness, and leaves don’t obscure the character of trees. Before you head out, discuss potential exposure, focusing and battery issues, and gear concerns. Exploring classic winter scenes such as ice-skating rinks, sledding, local ...
Friday, January 30, 2026
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January 30, 2026 -Salt Monitoring 101 (Virtual)
Salt Monitoring 101 (Virtual)
(US) (Winter Salt Week) Want to make a difference? Let’s talk practical ways to mobilize your community, collaborate with local leaders, and champion policies that support smarter winter maintenance. Winter Salt Week is a week dedicated to raising awareness around salt pollution and reduction solutions. Winter salt use damages infrastructure and threatens the health of lakes, streams, and drinking water. ...
Saturday, January 31, 2026
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January 31, 2026 -Exploring Blackwater Wildlife Refuge through Photography
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January 31, 2026 -DMV Winter Salt Week Open House
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January 31, 2026 -Introduction to iNaturalist
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January 31, 2026 -Super Salamander Healing Lab
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January 31, 2026 -Winter Stream Life
Exploring Blackwater Wildlife Refuge through Photography
(MD) (Capital Photography Center) Join us on Maryland’s Eastern Shore with Kim Kelly as we explore Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge. This sanctuary has over 32,000 acres of diverse habitats attracting waterfowl and other birds along the Atlantic Flyway. Winter months can be awesome for photographing birds and wildlife in the DMV area. At this time of year, the eagles are ...
DMV Winter Salt Week Open House
(MD) (Izaak Walton League) Join us to learn how to stay safe while protecting the environment during the winter months. Learn how salt affects our health and freshwater ecosystems, what’s being done, and how we can support local efforts. During the event we will hear from regional expert speakers, monitor the local waterways in Gaithersburg for road salt pollution, and ...
Introduction to iNaturalist
(VA) (Arlington Parks) iNaturalist is an awesome tool to document and learn about the natural world around us. Come learn how to use the phone/tablet app and explore observations on the website, then put it into practice with a walk outside! Teens ages 12+ are welcome to attend with a registered adult.
Super Salamander Healing Lab
(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Discover the amazing superpower of salamanders-they can regrow entire limbs. In this fun STEM workshop, students became nature detectives and medical inventors to create super bandages inspired by these incredible creatures. Ages 11 to 14.
Winter Stream Life
(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Explore Walney Creek with a naturalist to meet some of the small creek critters (macroinvertebrates) that call it home. Learn why so many different types of macroinvertebrates are active in winter streams. The naturalist will demonstrate winter collecting and participants can help pick, sort and learn to identify these magnificent critters. Ages 8 to Adult.