(iNaturalist) Did you know that every plant observation on iNaturalist helps us understand the timing of seasonal cycles? Join us to learn more about plant phenology and easy ways to get involved! Each photo of a plant contains critical information about the presence or absence of flowers, fruits, and leaves. We need you to help unlock those insights! This webinar ...
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Winter brings a different dimension to the gardens that is sometimes overlooked by visitors. Walk and talk with garden expert Kristin Davey, of Brookside Gardens staff, to uncover the “bones of the garden” without the distraction of leaves or flowers. Explore the architectural elements that shape the gardens including woody plants, hardscape and other components of design. ...
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Winter brings a different dimension to the gardens that is sometimes overlooked by visitors. Walk and talk with garden expert Kristin Davey, of Brookside Gardens staff, to uncover the “bones of the garden” without the distraction of leaves or flowers. Explore the architectural elements that shape the gardens including woody plants, hardscape and other components of design. ...
(DC) (Smithsonian Asian Art Museum) Meditation helps us build a relationship to a place of inner quietude. Whether you’re a beginner or a skilled practitioner, join us for free online meditation sessions each week led by DC-based meditation teachers on Tuesdays and Fridays. Friday sessions include inspiration from art in the museum collections, much of which is inspired by nature, ...
(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Come enjoy a little creative time in the wild through poetry and drawing outdoors! Join naturalist and artist Margaret Wohler as we combine writing exercises and basic drawing skills to create a field page filled with images and words describing the Huntley wetlands and woods. Families are welcome! All drawing materials will be provided. 10 to ...
(MD) (Maryland Native Plant Society) Learn to identify some of our evergreen plants. We’ll explore the meadows and forest in search of the ferns, herbaceous plants, and trees that are green in the winter. Co-sponsored by Wild Ones Chesapeake Bay, Calvert Nature Society and Calvert County Division of Natural Resources. Leader: Karyn Molines
(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Escape the cold winter weather and transport yourself to the tropics. Explore our glasshouse and learn about their history as well as the plants in our collection and their warm native environments. Create your own mini glasshouse with seeds to take home. All attendees, including parents, must be registered for the program. 5 to Adult. More ...
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Hike with a naturalist in search of woodpeckers in Wheaton Regional Park. We’ll listen for calls and look for signs that woodpeckers have been busy! Binoculars provided. All attendees must register. Inclement weather could cancel this program. Be sure to check BrooksideNature.org for day-of event status. Ages 18+. Find more Montgomery Parks nature and stewardship events here.
(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Enjoy a night hike to learn about nocturnal hunters. Listen to taped calls of owls and coyotes and possibly catch a glimpse of them in the forest. End the evening with s'mores round the campfire. Children must be accompanied by an adult registered in the program. 4 to Adult. More Fairfax County Parks events can be ...
(MD) (DC Bird Alliance) It's cold! But we know it's the best time for visiting waterfowl and we might catch some winter ducks at this favorite DMV hotspot. So, throw on your layers and meet us outside! Join us for a bird walk at the only wildlife refuge established to support wildlife research.
(VA) (Arlington Parks) Trees are amazing, even in the winter when there are no leaves, and each species has cool stories to tell. Come take a hike with us to learn about these frozen treasures of our forest. We won't need leaves to tell them apart when trees can be identified by bark, buds, and hidden colors. Adults. Teens age ...
The W Connection, a national widows support network, is hosting Ana Ka'ahanui for their monthly wellness webinar. Ana will discuss nature connection and the practice of shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing.
