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SUMMARY:First Sunday Bird Walk at Kenilworth
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) We invite you to join a National Park Service volunteer birder for an engaging bird walk at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens. This event is open to all\, including those new to birding.  A limited number of binoculars are available for loan with a photo ID. We will gather in front of the visitor center. The walk will be conducted at a leisurely pace\, covering approximately one mile. We look forward to sharing this delightful experience with you!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/first-sunday-bird-walk-at-kenilworth/
LOCATION:Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens\, 1550 Anacostia Ave\, NE\, Washington DC\, 20019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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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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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-18/
LOCATION:Huntley Meadows\, 3701 Lockheed Blvd\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22306\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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SUMMARY:World Wetlands Day Sketch Hike
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Celebrate World Wetlands Day by joining park naturalist and artist Margaret Wohler on a hike to learn about the vital role wetlands play while identifying plants and animals. Learn drawing techniques to enhance your wetland observation skills. Drawing supplies included. Ages 10 to Adult.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/world-wetlands-day-sketch-hike/
LOCATION:Huntley Meadows\, 3701 Lockheed Blvd\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22306\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Nature Observation,Watershed Ecology
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SUMMARY:Owl Prowl at Black Hill
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Nature doesn’t sleep once the sun goes down. Go for a walk with us to see who is out and about after sunset. Join us for a post-sunset stroll where we’ll look and listen for owls.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/owl-prowl-at-black-hill/
LOCATION:Black Hill Discovery Center\, 20926 Lake Ridge Drive\, Boyds\, MD\, 20841\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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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-3/
LOCATION:Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens\, 1550 Anacostia Ave\, NE\, Washington DC\, 20019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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SUMMARY:Project Feederwatch
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Are you interested in birding? Do you want to be part of a national community science project? Then\, join us for Project FeederWatch. Project FeederWatch is a seasonal community science project\, where participants count the different species of birds that flock to a bird feeder. All levels of birders are welcome. This project meets weekly on Thursdays through February. Ages 5+. \nWe will not be meeting on December 25 and 26. We will also not be meeting on January 1 and 2.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/project-feederwatch-4/
LOCATION:Locust Grove Nature Center\, 7777 Democracy Blvd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20817\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Citizen Science,Nature Observation
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation and Mindfulness (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:(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.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-and-mindfulness-virtual-12/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Art,Contemplative,Nature Observation
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SUMMARY:Hot Cocoa Wetland Night Hike
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Sip hot cocoa and join a naturalist for a special winter wonder wetland tour after dark. We will look for signs and listen for sounds of beavers\, owls\, deer and other nocturnal winter animals. Participants are encouraged to bring their own mug to help us reduce waste. Ages 4 to Adult.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/hot-cocoa-wetland-night-hike/
LOCATION:Huntley Meadows\, 3701 Lockheed Blvd\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22306\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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SUMMARY:Exploring Blackwater Wildlife Refuge through Photography
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Capital Photography Center) Join us on Maryland’s Eastern Shore with Kim Kelly as we explore Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge. This sanctuary has over 32\,000 acres of diverse habitats attracting waterfowl and other birds along the Atlantic Flyway. Winter months can be awesome for photographing birds and wildlife in the DMV area. At this time of year\, the eagles are plentiful as pairs match up and begin nest building. \nWe will be honing our skills at photographing birds and other potential wildlife as we move around the refuge.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/exploring-blackwater-wildlife-refuge-through-photography-2/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Nature Observation,Photography
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T080000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T230140Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kingman
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (DC Bird Alliance) Join DC Bird Alliance for a winter bird walk through Kingman and Heritage Islands!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/bird-walk-at-kingman/
LOCATION:Kingman Island\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T083000
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SUMMARY:First Saturday Bird Walk at Kenilworth
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) We invite you to join a National Park Service volunteer birder for an engaging bird walk at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens. This event is open to all\, including those new to birding.  A limited number of binoculars are available for loan with a photo ID. We will gather in front of the visitor center. The walk will be conducted at a leisurely pace\, covering approximately one mile. We look forward to sharing this delightful experience with you!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/first-saturday-bird-walk-at-kenilworth/
LOCATION:Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens\, 1550 Anacostia Ave\, NE\, Washington DC\, 20019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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