Week of Events
Sunday, August 2, 2026
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Monday, August 3, 2026
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Tuesday, August 4, 2026
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Wednesday, August 5, 2026
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Thursday, August 6, 2026
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August 6, 2026 -The Return of the Oystercatcher: Saving Birds to Save the Planet (Virtual)
The Return of the Oystercatcher: Saving Birds to Save the Planet (Virtual)
(VA) (Northern VA Bird Alliance) At a time when the news for birds – for the planet – has rarely seemed more grim, there is reason for hope. We’ve restored faltering bird populations in the past, bringing back once nearly extinct raptors and waterfowl. And despite the odds today, all around the world, people are actually reviving bird populations, providing ...
Friday, August 7, 2026
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Saturday, August 8, 2026
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August 8, 2026 -Invasive Plants Removal at Potomac Overlook
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August 8, 2026 -Invasive Removal at Broad Branch
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August 8, 2026 -Mothing by Moonlight
Invasive Plants Removal at Potomac Overlook
(VA) (Arlington Parks) (NOVA Parks) Join us at Potomac Overlook to Improve habitat, meet fellow do-gooders, get exercise, and learn about native plants and wildlife all while making a difference in the great outdoors! Adults, teens, and families ages 8 and up. If you have your own garden gloves and tools, please bring them along. If not, they will be ...
Invasive Removal at Broad Branch
(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Join Rock Creek Conservancy, the National Park Service, and Weed Warrior Leader, Kathy Sykes for this invasive plant removal restoration event in Rock Creek Park. Invasive plants are a major threat to our fragile forests, and stopping their spread helps allow native plants to thrive in the understory.
Mothing by Moonlight
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join us in the park after dark to look for moths. We’ll set up a mothing station designed to attract these beautiful yet secretive nocturnal animals. Our insect enthusiasts will be on hand to help us identify what we find as we collect data for an ongoing study.