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SUMMARY:Tuesday Morning Bird Walk at Kenilworth
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) We invite you to join National Park Service volunteer and expert birder Molly Hermann for an engaging bird walk at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens. This event is open to all\, including those new to birding. We encourage participants to bring water\, sunscreen\, and binoculars if available. A limited number of binoculars are available for loan with a photo ID. \nThe walk will be conducted at a leisurely pace\, covering approximately one mile. We will gather in front of the visitor center\, and the duration of the walk will typically range from 1.5 to 2 hours\, depending on our observations. We look forward to sharing this delightful experience with you!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/tuesday-morning-bird-walk-at-kenilworth-9/
LOCATION:Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens\, 1550 Anacostia Ave\, NE\, Washington DC\, 20019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260325T000838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T011343Z
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SUMMARY:The Butterfly Experience
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) A world of wonder takes flight as Montgomery Parks’ popular Butterfly Experience returns to Brookside Gardens. Visitors will be surrounded by hundreds of brilliant butterflies from the Americas\, Africa\, and Asia as they flutter among vibrant\, lush tropical blooms. This intimate experience offers rare\, up-close encounters while trained staff and volunteers highlight the stages of metamorphosis\, the important role butterflies play in healthy ecosystems\, and how to ensure these beautiful insects thrive in our own gardens. \nButterfly Experience runs through September 7th.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/the-butterfly-experience-at-brookside-3/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallan Avenue\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Nature Observation,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T123000
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CREATED:20260412T133654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T133654Z
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SUMMARY:Vernal Pool Tour
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Anacostia Watershed Society) Join the Anacostia Watershed Society for a Vernal Pool Tour at Powder Mill Community Park! Vernal pools are temporary seasonal pools of water that provide habitat for specialized species like wood frogs and spotted salamanders. If you’d like to get closer to the vernal pools to checkout what’s inhabiting them\, we recommend wearing rubber boots.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/vernal-pool-tour/
LOCATION:Powder Milk Community Park\, 3099 Powder Mill Rd\, Adelphi\, MD\, 20783\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Nature Observation,Tour
GEO:39.0307841;-76.9543576
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260412T013853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T013853Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Film & Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Casey Trees) Come celebrate and experience Langdon Park Forest Patch\, a 2.2-acre woodland that’s as rich in story as it is in biodiversity. The program will feature a presentation\, a film\, and a walk through the forest patch. Once overrun by invasive vines\, this urban forest is now being brought back to health through the efforts of Langdon Park Forest Stewards\, Casey Trees\, community volunteers\, and city agencies. \nThis program is free and open to the public. No registration needed! \nLearn more about the Langdon Park Forest Stewards at caseytrees.org/langdon.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/earth-day-film-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Langdon Park Recreation Center\, 2901 20th St NE\, Washington DC\, 20018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film,Nature Observation,Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T100000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260325T020059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T020059Z
UID:10004261-1776585600-1776592800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Morning Bird Walk at Dyke Marsh
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Friends of Dyke Marsh) Join FODM for a bird walk every Sunday at 8 a.m. The Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve is a freshwater\, tidal marsh on the Virginia side of the Potomac River in Fairfax County. It is a unit of the George Washington Memorial Parkway\, U.S. National Park Service.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/sunday-morning-bird-walk-at-dyke-marsh-22/
LOCATION:Dyke Marsh\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22307\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T100000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260325T020858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T020858Z
UID:10004273-1776760200-1776765600@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Morning Bird Walk at Kenilworth
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) We invite you to join National Park Service volunteer and expert birder Molly Hermann for an engaging bird walk at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens. This event is open to all\, including those new to birding. We encourage participants to bring water\, sunscreen\, and binoculars if available. A limited number of binoculars are available for loan with a photo ID. \nThe walk will be conducted at a leisurely pace\, covering approximately one mile. We will gather in front of the visitor center\, and the duration of the walk will typically range from 1.5 to 2 hours\, depending on our observations. We look forward to sharing this delightful experience with you!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/tuesday-morning-bird-walk-at-kenilworth-8/
LOCATION:Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens\, 1550 Anacostia Ave\, NE\, Washington DC\, 20019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T235900
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260419T165527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T165527Z
UID:10004337-1776988800-1777334340@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:2026 City Nature Challenge
DESCRIPTION:(DMV) Join community and citizen scientists all over the globe to observe wildlife: animals\, plants\, and fungi in backyards\, neighborhoods\, and parks in urban areas. Using iNaturalist to document them\, you can share your observation to help scientists track the wildlife that share our urban areas. See DC metro area events here and in this calendar. Register to track you progress and DC area observations. \nFind out about the global event.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/2026-city-nature-challenge/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260315T223519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T223519Z
UID:10004193-1777021200-1777028400@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Second Annual DC Climate Week Forest Bathing Walk
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Sarah DeWitt & Radhika Bhatt)\nDuring DC Climate Week\, join Regenerative Leadership Coach and Forest Bathing Guide\, Sarah DeWitt\, and Climate Career Coach\, Radhika Bhatt\, for a Forest Bathing walk through Dumbarton Oaks Park for an opportunity to pause\, reflect\, and deeply connect with nature and each other.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/second-annual-dc-climate-week-forest-bathing-walk/
LOCATION:Dumbarton Oaks Park\, Lover's Lane and R Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forest Bathing,Mindfulness,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260325T000922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T011333Z
UID:10004243-1777021200-1777042800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:The Butterfly Experience
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) A world of wonder takes flight as Montgomery Parks’ popular Butterfly Experience returns to Brookside Gardens. Visitors will be surrounded by hundreds of brilliant butterflies from the Americas\, Africa\, and Asia as they flutter among vibrant\, lush tropical blooms. This intimate experience offers rare\, up-close encounters while trained staff and volunteers highlight the stages of metamorphosis\, the important role butterflies play in healthy ecosystems\, and how to ensure these beautiful insects thrive in our own gardens. \nButterfly Experience runs through September 7th.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/the-butterfly-experience-at-brookside-4/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallan Avenue\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Nature Observation,Wildlife
GEO:39.0581511;-77.0373745
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brookside Gardens 1800 Glenallan Avenue Wheaton MD 20902 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1800 Glenallan Avenue:geo:-77.0373745,39.0581511
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260422T125218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T125218Z
UID:10004345-1777028400-1777033800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge at Meadowlark
DESCRIPTION:VA) (NOVA Parks) Join us at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens for the global City Nature Challenge—an exciting opportunity to explore and document the wildlife all around us! Led by Roving Naturalist Matt Felperin\, we’ll start with a quick introduction and practice session before heading into Meadowlark’s natural areas to document plants\, birds\, insects\, amphibians\, and more. \nThe City Nature Challenge is an international effort that encourages people to discover and record biodiversity in their own communities. During this guided program\, we’ll take a springtime hike through the gardens and learn how to use the free iNaturalist app to make real scientific observations. Whether you’re new to nature observation or already love spotting wildlife\, this program is a fun and meaningful way to contribute to a global project. Ages 8 and up.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/city-nature-challenge-at-meadowlark/
LOCATION:Meadowlark Botanical Gardens\, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens\, Vienna\, VA\, 22182\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260419T163902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T163938Z
UID:10004334-1777039200-1777042800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:CNC Observation with Arlington Master Naturalists
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Arlington Regional Master Naturalists) Bring curiosity and a camera (mobile phone cameras are great!) to explore the hill and hollows of Brandymore Castle for the City Nature Challenge. Photograph wild plants and critters to upload to iNtauralist to help the greater DC area excell in this friendly worldwide competition. After the guided trek\, feel free to explore on your own. Wear sturdy shoes and long pants to protect from prickles and poison ivy. \nFor more information\, click https://citynaturechallengedc.org/ \n  \n 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/city-nature-challenge-observation-in-arlington/
LOCATION:Madison Manor Park\, 6225 12th Rd N\, Arlington\, VA\, 22205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T103000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260419T164127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T164127Z
UID:10004335-1777107600-1777113000@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:CNC Observation with Arlington Master Naturalists
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Arlington Regional Master Naturalists) Bring curiosity and a camera (mobile phone cameras are great!) to explore the hill and hollows of Brandymore Castle for the City Nature Challenge. Photograph wild plants and critters to upload to iNtauralist to help the greater DC area excell in this friendly worldwide competition. After the guided trek\, feel free to explore on your own. Wear sturdy shoes and long pants to protect from prickles and poison ivy. \nFor more information\, click https://citynaturechallengedc.org/ \n  \n 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/cnc-observation-with-arlington-master-naturalists/
LOCATION:Madison Manor Park\, 6225 12th Rd N\, Arlington\, VA\, 22205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T100000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260325T020152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T020152Z
UID:10004263-1777190400-1777197600@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Morning Bird Walk at Dyke Marsh
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Friends of Dyke Marsh) Join FODM for a bird walk every Sunday at 8 a.m. The Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve is a freshwater\, tidal marsh on the Virginia side of the Potomac River in Fairfax County. It is a unit of the George Washington Memorial Parkway\, U.S. National Park Service.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/sunday-morning-bird-walk-at-dyke-marsh-24/
LOCATION:Dyke Marsh\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22307\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T103000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260420T221553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T221553Z
UID:10004342-1777192200-1777199400@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk + City Nature Challenge Walk at Theodore Roosevelt Is.
DESCRIPTION:(Capital Nature) (DC Bird Alliance) (Northern VA Bird Alliance) \nWe’ll be looking for birds and making nature observations using the iNaturalist app as part of the global City Nature Challenge—an annual effort to document local biodiversity. From songbirds to insects and plant life\, every observation contributes to a broader understanding of the ecosystems around us.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/bird-walk-city-nature-challenge-walk-at-theodore-roosevelt-is/
LOCATION:Theodore Roosevelt Island\, Washington DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260325T000949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T011324Z
UID:10004244-1777194000-1777215600@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:The Butterfly Experience
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) A world of wonder takes flight as Montgomery Parks’ popular Butterfly Experience returns to Brookside Gardens. Visitors will be surrounded by hundreds of brilliant butterflies from the Americas\, Africa\, and Asia as they flutter among vibrant\, lush tropical blooms. This intimate experience offers rare\, up-close encounters while trained staff and volunteers highlight the stages of metamorphosis\, the important role butterflies play in healthy ecosystems\, and how to ensure these beautiful insects thrive in our own gardens. \nButterfly Experience runs through September 7th.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/the-butterfly-experience-at-brookside-5/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallan Avenue\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Nature Observation,Wildlife
GEO:39.0581511;-77.0373745
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260419T171041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T171041Z
UID:10004339-1777197600-1777204800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:CNC iNaturalist Bioblitz on Mount Vernon Trail
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Friends of the Mount Vernon Trail) Help document and learn more about animal and plant species on the Mount Vernon Trail. Join us to find and document plants and animals for the City Nature Challenge! A Bioblitz is a communal citizen-science effort to record as many species within a designated location and time period as possible. Bioblitzes are also an excuse for naturalists\, scientists\, and curious members of the public to meet in person in the great outdoors and are a lot of fun! \n\nSee the registration page for exact event location.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/cnc-inaturalist-bioblitz-on-mount-vernon-trail/
LOCATION:Daingerfield Island Marina\, Washington Sailing Marina 1 Marina Dr\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
GEO:38.8332089;-77.0416836
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Daingerfield Island Marina Washington Sailing Marina 1 Marina Dr Alexandria VA 22314 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Washington Sailing Marina 1 Marina Dr:geo:-77.0416836,38.8332089
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260419T164234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T164234Z
UID:10004336-1777212000-1777215600@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:CNC Observation with Arlington Master Naturalists
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Arlington Regional Master Naturalists) Bring curiosity and a camera (mobile phone cameras are great!) to explore the hill and hollows of Brandymore Castle for the City Nature Challenge. Photograph wild plants and critters to upload to iNtauralist to help the greater DC area excell in this friendly worldwide competition. After the guided trek\, feel free to explore on your own. Wear sturdy shoes and long pants to protect from prickles and poison ivy. \nFor more information\, click https://citynaturechallengedc.org/ \n  \n 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/cnc-observation-with-arlington-master-naturalists-2/
LOCATION:Madison Manor Park\, 6225 12th Rd N\, Arlington\, VA\, 22205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260422T124531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T124531Z
UID:10004344-1777212000-1777215600@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Native Plant Walk at Meadowlark
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (NOVA Parks) Experience the beauty of spring woodlands on a guided walk through Meadowlark Botanical Gardens’ Potomac Valley Collection! Led by Keith Tomlinson\, former Garden Manager who developed and curated Meadowlark’s native plant collection\, this walk offers a unique opportunity to explore the region’s rich botanical diversity. \nWith 45 years of experience in botanical gardens\, museums\, environmental education\, and plant conservation\, Keith brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to this immersive tour. His expertise and passion for native plants will deepen your appreciation for the beauty and ecological importance of our local flora and fauna\, information that will be helpful to those who are interested in adding native plants to their own yards.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/native-plant-walk-at-meadowlark/
LOCATION:Meadowlark Botanical Gardens\, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens\, Vienna\, VA\, 22182\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience,Plants
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260419T172320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T174957Z
UID:10004340-1777219200-1777224600@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:CNC Observation with DC Master Naturalists
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Capital Nature) Join DC Master Naturalists and Capital Nature for our annual City Nature Challenge observation at Fort Dupont Park. Fort Dupont hosts some of DC’s most abundant biodiversity of birds\, fungi\, and plants (as well as invasive plant challenges)\, but they often go unnoticed. Help us put this green gem on the map while you enjoy a restorative walk with naturalists. The walk will be led by wildlife biologist Carrie Seltzer from iNaturalist. \nThe late afternoon starting time will increase our opportunities to hear local and migratory birds! \n 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/cnc-observation-at-fort-dupont-with-dc-master-naturalists/
LOCATION:Fort Dupont Park\, Minnesota Ave SE\, Washington DC\, 20019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T090000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260325T020521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T020521Z
UID:10004268-1777273200-1777280400@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Monday Morning Birdwalk at Huntley Meadows
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Friends of Huntley Meadows) The Monday Morning Bird Walk is sponsored by the Friends of Huntley Meadows Park and takes place every Monday at 8 a.m. Following the walk\, members of the group gather at the nearby Denny’s for breakfast and to compile the morning’s bird list. All are welcome. \n 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/monday-morning-birdwalk-at-huntley-meadows-21/
LOCATION:Huntley Meadows\, 3701 Lockheed Blvd\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22306\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
GEO:38.75372;-77.109302
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T220000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T160927Z
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SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge: Nocturnal Naturalists at Bull Run Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (NOVA Parks) (Capital Nature) (MNCPPC) \nJoin us for this global community science event by making observations on the free app iNaturalist. We’ll set out to observe as many nocturnal critters as we can. We will also be setting up a mothing station and using a UV lights to locate critters that glow in the dark. It shapes up to be a great way to wrap up the City Nature Challenge and we hope to see you there!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/city-nature-challenge-nocturnal-naturalists-at-bull-run-regional-park/
LOCATION:Atlantis Water Park at Bull Run\, 7700 Bull Run Drive\, Centreville\, VA\, 20121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Family,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
GEO:38.8057317;-77.4759334
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Atlantis Water Park at Bull Run 7700 Bull Run Drive Centreville VA 20121 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=7700 Bull Run Drive:geo:-77.4759334,38.8057317
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T100000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260325T020946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T020946Z
UID:10004275-1777365000-1777370400@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Morning Bird Walk at Kenilworth
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) We invite you to join National Park Service volunteer and expert birder Molly Hermann for an engaging bird walk at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens. This event is open to all\, including those new to birding. We encourage participants to bring water\, sunscreen\, and binoculars if available. A limited number of binoculars are available for loan with a photo ID. \nThe walk will be conducted at a leisurely pace\, covering approximately one mile. We will gather in front of the visitor center\, and the duration of the walk will typically range from 1.5 to 2 hours\, depending on our observations. We look forward to sharing this delightful experience with you!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/tuesday-morning-bird-walk-at-kenilworth-11/
LOCATION:Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens\, 1550 Anacostia Ave\, NE\, Washington DC\, 20019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260325T001020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T011300Z
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SUMMARY:The Butterfly Experience
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) A world of wonder takes flight as Montgomery Parks’ popular Butterfly Experience returns to Brookside Gardens. Visitors will be surrounded by hundreds of brilliant butterflies from the Americas\, Africa\, and Asia as they flutter among vibrant\, lush tropical blooms. This intimate experience offers rare\, up-close encounters while trained staff and volunteers highlight the stages of metamorphosis\, the important role butterflies play in healthy ecosystems\, and how to ensure these beautiful insects thrive in our own gardens. \nButterfly Experience runs through September 7th.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/the-butterfly-experience-at-brookside-6/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallan Avenue\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Nature Observation,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260412T122029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T122029Z
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SUMMARY:Tree Walk at Theodore Roosevelt Island
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Nature Forward) Usher in the merry month of May with a springtime nature stroll on the trails and boardwalk of DC’s Theodore Roosevelt Island with naturalist and author Melanie Choukas-Bradley. This springtime tree walk will take you deep into the island\, where swamp and tidal inlet can be explored by boardwalk as willow\, bald cypresses\, and cattails frame views of the city beyond it. In addition to sharing her knowledge and love of the island’s trees\, Melanie will share details of this National Park’s fascinating history.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/tree-walk-at-theodore-roosevelt-island/
LOCATION:Theodore Roosevelt Island\, Washington DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Natural History,Nature Observation,Trees
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Forward":MAILTO:contact@natureforward.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260412T121541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T121541Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Tree Walk in Rock Creek Park
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Casey Trees) Join us and nature book author Melanie Choukas-Bradley for a three-hour tree walk along scenic Rock Creek and through the upland woods of the Western Ridge Trail. Melanie will show you how to identify American hornbeam\, American elm\, river birch\, American sycamore\, boxelder\, black walnut and other stalwarts of the floodplain forest. She’ll then lead us into the upland woods where several species of oak\, including DC’s official tree\, the scarlet oak and a large spreading post oak\, mockernut and pignut hickories\, American beeches\, and sugar and red maples flourish.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/spring-tree-walk-in-rock-creek-park/
LOCATION:Peirce Mill\, 2401 Tilden St NW\, Washington DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Natural History,Nature Observation,Trees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260412T122506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T122506Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Forest Bathing and Tree Walk at Tregaron
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Politics & Prose) Join Melanie Choukas-Bradley\, author of Wild Walking—A Guide to Forest Bathing Through the Seasons\, The Joy of Forest Bathing\, A Year in Rock Creek Park\, and several other nature books for a magical spring forest bathing walk through the enchanting Tregaron Conservancy\, a woodland garden tucked away in the midst of northwest Washington that has been restored and stewarded by a non-profit organization since 2006. We will meander under tall trees in autumn glory\, cross picturesque bridges over musical streams\, and climb stone steps through a century-old cultivated and wild woodland landscape reminiscent of “the secret garden.” \nShinrin-yoku\, or forest bathing\, began in the 1980s in Japan and it is rooted in the traditional Japanese reverence for nature. Forest bathing is a mindfulness practice akin to meditation\, yoga and tai chi that involves tuning in to the beauty and wonder of your natural surroundings with all of your senses.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/spring-forest-bathing-and-tree-walk-at-tregaron/
LOCATION:Tregaron Conservancy\, 3031 Klingle Road NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contemplative,Nature Observation,Trees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T103000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260309T132629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T132629Z
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SUMMARY:An Immersion in Nature: Japanese Forest Bathing in Rock Creek Park
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Smithsonian Associates) Experience forest bathing as Melanie Choukas-Bradley\, a certified nature and forest-therapy guide and author of Wild Walking—A Guide to Forest Bathing Through the Seasons and A Year in Rock Creek Park\, leads a 2-hour walk along a scenic stretch of Rock Creek in the nation’s oldest urban national park. Move slowly to soak up the beauty of the flowing creek and the lush June greens of the bountiful trees. Focus on the sights\, sounds\, and woodsy fragrances of Rock Creek Park\, letting go of cares while slowly exploring the surroundings through all senses. This restorative celebration of the beauty of late spring in the wooded heart of the nation’s capital is the perfect way to learn why forest bathing is becoming popular all over the world. \nParticipants receive a signed copy of Wild Walking—A Guide to Forest Bathing Through the Seasons.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/an-immersion-in-nature-japanese-forest-bathing-in-rock-creek-park/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Contemplative,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T103000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104339
CREATED:20260309T132812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T132812Z
UID:10004191-1780648200-1780655400@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:An Immersion in Nature: Japanese Forest Bathing in Rock Creek Park
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Smithsonian Associates) Experience forest bathing as Melanie Choukas-Bradley\, a certified nature and forest-therapy guide and author of Wild Walking—A Guide to Forest Bathing Through the Seasons and A Year in Rock Creek Park\, leads a 2-hour walk along a scenic stretch of Rock Creek in the nation’s oldest urban national park. Move slowly to soak up the beauty of the flowing creek and the lush June greens of the bountiful trees. Focus on the sights\, sounds\, and woodsy fragrances of Rock Creek Park\, letting go of cares while slowly exploring the surroundings through all senses. This restorative celebration of the beauty of late spring in the wooded heart of the nation’s capital is the perfect way to learn why forest bathing is becoming popular all over the world. \nParticipants receive a signed copy of Wild Walking—A Guide to Forest Bathing Through the Seasons.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/an-immersion-in-nature-japanese-forest-bathing-in-rock-creek-park-2/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Contemplative,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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