Week of Events
Sunday, February 15, 2026
-
February 15, 2026 -Mushroom DNA Lab Day
-
February 15, 2026 -Botanical Gardens of the World (Virtual)
Mushroom DNA Lab Day
(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 ...
Monday, February 16, 2026
-
February 16, 2026 -Documenting Birds and Biodiversity Workshop
Documenting Birds and Biodiversity Workshop
(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 ...
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
-
February 17, 2026 -Restoring the Chesapeake Bay (Virtual)
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 ...
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
No events on this day.
Thursday, February 19, 2026
-
February 19, 2026 -Caterpillars in Winter (Virtual)
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 ...
Friday, February 20, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, February 21, 2026
-
February 21, 2026 -Floral Design Workshop
-
February 21, 2026 -Frog Frenzy
-
February 21, 2026 -Maple Sugar Walk
-
February 21, 2026 -Your Yard or Balcony Can Be a Pollinator Garden
Floral Design Workshop
(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.
Frog Frenzy
(VA) (NOVA Parks) What’s that sound? Wood frogs abound! These woodland amphibians are a welcoming sign that spring is just around the corner. See (and hear) some of these ribbeting animals at Potomac Overlook’s frog pond, and learn about a fascinating adaptation that helps them survive the cold winter. Ages 5 +
Maple Sugar Walk
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Hike with a naturalist to the maple tree grove and learn how sugar maple sap is collected and transformed into maple syrup! This is an indoor and outdoor program on natural surface trails. All attendees must register. Inclement weather could cancel this program. Be sure to check Brooksidenature.org for day-of event status.
Your Yard or Balcony Can Be a Pollinator Garden
(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) You don’t need a large yard to make a big impact for wildlife. Join Laurie Dodd to learn how planting native plants can support pollinators while creating a beautiful, low-maintenance garden—whether you’re working with a backyard, patio, or balcony. This talk introduces easy-to-grow native plants that thrive in a variety of habitats and benefit bees, butterflies, ...