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SUMMARY:Shady Hike at Brookside
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Hike through the shady woods to escape the heat. Learn about the forest habitat and its residents. Bring a friend\, niece\, or grandparent. Hike will be on natural surface trails for approximately 2 miles. All attendees must register.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/shady-hike-at-brookside/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallan Avenue\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike,Outdoor Experience,Trees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T090000
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SUMMARY:Echoes of Time in Rock Creek Park
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Ramble with a ranger for a guided hike on the 1.7-mile Milkhouse Ford trail loop\, where you will encounter 5000 years of history\, from traces of Indigenous land usage\, to Fort DeRussy (which saw action during the Civil War)\, to the two-room log cabin used by poet Joaquin Miller\, and to the historic Milkhouse Ford river crossing.   \nMeet at the Rock Creek Park Nature Center\, bring plenty of water\, dress for the weather\, and be prepared for a fun and enjoyable outing. 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/echoes-of-time-in-rock-creek-park-2/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Nature Center\, 5200 Glover Rd NW\, Washington\, 20015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike,History,Natural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T090000
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SUMMARY:Woodland Trail Hike with a Ranger
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) During this ½ mile excursion\, young explorers learn the hiking essentials\, such as trail safety\, what to wear or bring to a hike\, and how to Recreate Responsibly all while looking at and respecting nature found in our woodlands.  This ranger-led hike is intended to create treasured trail experiences for families interested in planning more advance hikes as their children become more experienced.   \nThis hike is recommended for families with children ages 6 and up. 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/woodland-trail-hike-with-a-ranger/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Park Nature Center and Planetarium\, 5200 Glover Rd\, Washington DC\, 20015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Hike,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T103000
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SUMMARY:Echoes of Time in Rock Creek Park
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Ramble with a ranger for a guided hike on the 1.7-mile Milkhouse Ford trail loop\, where you will encounter 5000 years of history\, from traces of Indigenous land usage\, to Fort DeRussy (which saw action during the Civil War)\, to the two-room log cabin used by poet Joaquin Miller\, and to the historic Milkhouse Ford river crossing.   \nMeet at the Rock Creek Park Nature Center\, bring plenty of water\, dress for the weather\, and be prepared for a fun and enjoyable outing. 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/echoes-of-time-in-rock-creek-park/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Nature Center\, 5200 Glover Rd NW\, Washington\, 20015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike,History,Natural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T113000
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SUMMARY:Bark Stories Hike
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Arlington Parks) Step into the forest to explore the history\, folklore\, and cultural connections of our local trees. This guided hike blends basic tree identification with stories of how trees have provided food\, inspiration\, and meaning throughout history.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/bark-stories-hike/
LOCATION:Long Branch Nature Center & Park\, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd\, Arlington\, VA\, 22204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike,Nature Observation,Trees
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SUMMARY:Teens Hike to the Potomac
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Arlington Parks) Hike to see where Gulf Branch stream joins the Potomac River – check out our scenic waterfall\, take some great photos\, and enjoy the spring weather! This youth program is for Teens.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/hike-to-the-potomac-teens/
LOCATION:Gulf Branch Nature Center & Park\, 3608 Military Rd\, Arlington\, VA\, 22207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T090000
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SUMMARY:Black Hill Hike Club
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) The first rule of Hike Club – have fun! Improve your fitness\, make new friends\, and experience trails and scenery we don’t often make time to immerse ourselves in. We welcome all ages\, though young children must be able to walk at least 3 miles or be carried. Most trails are not stroller accessible and are easy to moderate in difficulty.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/black-hill-hike-club/
LOCATION:Black Hill Discovery Center\, 20926 Lake Ridge Drive\, Boyds\, MD\, 20841\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike,Nature Observation,Social Event
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SUMMARY:Winter Woods Hike and Craft
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Hike through the winter woods to learn some useful tips for identifying winter trees. Afterwards\, appreciate season’s beauty with a fun winter-themed craft. Ages 4 to Adult.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/winter-woods-hike-and-craft/
LOCATION:Burke Lake Park\, 7315 Ox Rd\, Fairfax Station\, VA\, 22039\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Hike,Nature Craft,Social and Cultural
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T180000
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Nature Hike and Campfire
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Enjoy nature’s tranquil beauty and the night sky under a full moon. Your naturalist guide points out signs of creatures that glide\, fly and tiptoe through the woods in the dark. Enjoy a campfire after the hike with s’mores provided. Ages 6 to Adult.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/full-moon-nature-hike-and-campfire-2/
LOCATION:Riverbend Park\, 8700 Potomac Hills St\, Great Falls\, VA\, 22066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike,Nature Observation,Social & Cultural
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T093000
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CREATED:20260114T185240Z
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SUMMARY:Birds and Beans at Burke Lake
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Enjoy a hot cup of coffee while you hike with a naturalist and look for birds. The program will begin with a short discussion of the concept of bird-friendly coffee. To reduce waste\, please bring your own mug to fill. Tea and hot cocoa options will also be available. Ages 4+ with adult.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/birds-and-beans-at-burke-lake/
LOCATION:Burke Lake Park\, 7315 Ox Rd\, Fairfax Station\, VA\, 22039\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Family,Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T143000
DTSTAMP:20260113T191744Z
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SUMMARY:Spy Hike
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Does a cold winter’s day in Washington have you picturing furtive meetings between shadowy characters under overcast skies? Running along Embassy Row\, Rock Creek Park has been the site of spy stories and neighbor to many spies. Join a Park Ranger for a 2.5 mile hike through Rock Creek and learn the story of spies in America’s Back Yard. \nMeet the Ranger by Peirce Mill Barn. 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/spy-hike/
LOCATION:Peirce Mill\, 2401 Tilden St NW\, Washington DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike,History,Social & Cultural
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