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SUMMARY:Georgetown by Kayak
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Join a park ranger for a 1.5-hour relaxed kayak tour through the stories of the Georgetown Waterfront — where centuries of change flow beneath your paddle. \n\nExplore the land’s roots as a First Peoples village   \n\n\nDrift by a bustling colonial port and Civil War hub \n\n\nLearn about the experiences of free and enslaved people \n\n\nGlide past echoes of industrial might \n\n\nWitness its transformation into the vibrant park we enjoy today \n\nBring your curiosity\, your sense of adventure\, and your paddle power! 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/georgetown-by-kayak-2/
LOCATION:Key Bridge Boathouse\, 3500 Water Street\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20007\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tour,Water Sport
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T110000
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SUMMARY:Ice Cream Making at Peirce Mill
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Friends of Peirce Mill) Come learn about old-fashioned ice cream\, made famous by Dolly Madison\, Quaker friend of Betsy Peirce\, and invented by Augustus Jackson\, who was the White House chef from 1817 until 1837. We’ll show how ice cream was made in the early 19th century–and talk about why it was such a rare and special treat. \nKids can watch the ingredients being poured into the dasher\, learn about the brine that freezes the cream\, and take a turn cranking the handle to make old-fashioned ice cream. A historic recipe by Thomas Jefferson with a modern adaptation will be available to take away. After the demonstration\, we’ll have free ice cream treats for the kids!  Rain Date: Sunday\, August 9
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/ice-cream-making-at-peirce-mill/
LOCATION:Peirce Mill\, 2401 Tilden St NW\, Washington DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culinary,Family,History
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Peirce Mill":MAILTO:education@friendsofpeircemill.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T093000
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SUMMARY:Beatrix Farrand’s Dumbarton Oaks
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Beatrix Farrand is considered the first commercially successful woman landscape architect in the United States. Dumbarton Oaks Park in Georgetown is one of her enduring legacies. Come explore her creation with park rangers and learn how her design philosophy and unique vision helped shape this landscape\, how that vision was nearly lost\, and how the NPS and Dumbarton Oaks Park Conservancy are working to see that vision reimplemented today.  
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/beatrix-farrands-dumbarton-oaks/
LOCATION:Dumbarton Oaks Park\, Lover's Lane and R Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Experience,History,Tour
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SUMMARY:Georgetown by Kayak
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Join a park ranger for a 1.5-hour relaxed kayak tour through the stories of the Georgetown Waterfront — where centuries of change flow beneath your paddle. \n\nExplore the land’s roots as a First Peoples village   \n\n\nDrift by a bustling colonial port and Civil War hub \n\n\nLearn about the experiences of free and enslaved people \n\n\nGlide past echoes of industrial might \n\n\nWitness its transformation into the vibrant park we enjoy today \n\nBring your curiosity\, your sense of adventure\, and your paddle power! 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/georgetown-by-kayak-3/
LOCATION:Key Bridge Boathouse\, 3500 Water Street\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20007\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tour,Water Sport
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SUMMARY:Rachel Carson's Wonder\, Wisdom\, and Local legacy (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Maryland Native Plant Society) Rachel Carson was a world-renowned writer and biologist who is considered by many as the mother of the modern environmental movement. She lived her adult life in Maryland\, first as a graduate student at Johns Hopkins and then moving to Montgomery County for closer proximity to her civil service work in College Park and Washington\, DC. This talk by Springsong founder Rebecca Henson will provide an overview of Carson’s life and written works\, discussing her courage\, ecological philosophy\, and clear-eyed wonder in the natural world around us\, including the Northwest Branch of the Anacostia River\, Rock Creek Park\, and the Chesapeake Bay.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/rachel-carsons-wonder-wisdom-and-local-legacy-virtual/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Conservation,History,Seminars and Lectures
ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland Native Plant Society":MAILTO:info@mdflora.org
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SUMMARY:Hidden History of the Georgetown Waterfront
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Join us for a ranger-led program that dives deep into the fascinating story of the Georgetown Waterfront. Explore how this vibrant area has transformed over the centuries\, shaping the heart of the city as we know it today. Bring your curiosity and get ready to experience history with views of the Potomac as your backdrop. This is a perfect event for history buffs\, families\, and anyone looking to connect with the stories that built our city!  
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/hidden-history-of-the-georgetown-waterfront/
LOCATION:Georgetown Waterfront Park\, 3303 Water St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20007\, United States
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SUMMARY:Underground Railroad Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Learn about the experience of 19th century freedom seekers and Montgomery County residents in a guided hike of the Underground Railroad Experience Trail. Discover techniques used for navigation\, eluding detection\, and finding food/shelter on the perilous journey. Hike covers 2 miles on a natural surface hiking trail. Ages 7 +
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/underground-railroad-guided-hike/
LOCATION:Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Outdoor Experience,Tour
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