(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Learn how to connect with the natural world through the art and science of nature journaling in this monthly series for adults. Join a naturalist in a nature journaling session and learn how to observe the flora and fauna around you . Nature walks will be apart of this program. November's focus is birds . Please make ...
(DC) (Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens) Slow down, awaken your senses, and connect with nature as you experience a forest bathing walk in Hillwood’s gardens and grounds. Inspired by the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku (which translates to “absorbing the forest atmosphere”), forest bathing is a research-based activity designed to promote health and well-being through immersion in natural settings. Participants will ...
(VA) (NOVA Parks) Autumn brings beautiful colors to Winkler Botanical Preserve. Explore watercolor techniques while capturing the beauty of our leaves during their change from varied greens to yellows, oranges, reds, purples and browns. Learn how simple supplies can produce frame-worthy art. This program is appropriate for artists aged 12 and over.
(DC) (DC Bird Alliance) Join us for a bird walk at this historic, beautiful park right here in DC. Dumbarton Oaks "... is a milestone in the history of American landscape architecture and a landmark in our social history, as it represents the finest work of Beatrix Farrand, America’s first professional female landscape architect." (https://dopark.org/about/)
(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.
(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. ...
(VA) (NOVA Parks) Enjoy free garden admission and a guided walk around Meadowlark's 95 acres on Tuesdays. Each one-hour walk will be over uneven, hilly terrain, have a positive focus, and include a silent, meditative portion and a few interesting facts from our docent along the way. Ages 18 and up.
(DC) (Smithsonian Asian Art Museum) Join our free online guided meditation on Tuesdays and Fridays. In these 30-minute sessions, DC-based meditation teachers lead a variety of mindfulness practices. Friday sessions take inspiration from art in our museum’s collections. Many of the art pieces are inspired by nature. All are welcome! No previous experience is required.
