Week of Events
Great Backyard Bird Count
(DMV) (Audubon and Cornell Lab) Spend time in your favorite places watching birds—then tell us about them! In as little as 15 minutes notice the birds around you. Identify them, count them, and submit your counts to help scientists better understand and protect birds around the world. If you already use eBird or Merlin, your submissions over the 4 days ...
Sunday, February 15, 2026
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February 15, 2026 -Winter Soul Stroll
Winter Soul Stroll
(DC) (Goombay DC) This urban hike blends storytelling, interactive art & photography as we learn the value of DC's green spaces and waterways that keep our river ecosystems healthy.
Monday, February 16, 2026
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February 16, 2026 -Monday Morning Birdwalk at Huntley Meadows
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February 16, 2026 -Winter Bird Walk at the Arboretum
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February 16, 2026 -Documenting Birds and Biodiversity Workshop
Monday Morning Birdwalk at Huntley Meadows
(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.
Winter Bird Walk at the Arboretum
(DC) (DC Bird Alliance) Join Us This President's Day for a Bird Walk with DC Bird Alliance! We are back for another round of winter birding. Learn about bird behavior, identification tips, and local bird populations from experienced guides. Last month, we saw woodpeckers, phoebes, and even a resident eagle! With bare trees and clear sightlines, we're sure to spot ...
Documenting Birds and Biodiversity Workshop
(DC) (Friends of the National Arboretum) Join us for a birding workshop led by the DC Bird Alliance! This engaging session is ideal for nature enthusiasts of all levels, designed to enrich your birdwatching experience with a special focus on photography. Highlights: Wildlife Photography Tips: Learn to capture stunning images of wildlife using cell phones and cameras. Biodiversity Documentation: Discover ...
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
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February 17, 2026 -Tuesday Morning Bird Walk at Kenilworth
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February 17, 2026 -Winter Walk at Meadowlark
Tuesday Morning Bird Walk at Kenilworth
(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. ...
Winter Walk at Meadowlark
(VA) (NOVA Parks) Enjoy free garden admission and a guided walk around Meadowlark Botanical Gardens' 95 acres on Tuesdays. Each 75-minute 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 + This is a drop-in program.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
No events on this day.
Thursday, February 19, 2026
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February 19, 2026 -Project Feederwatch
Project Feederwatch
(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 ...
Friday, February 20, 2026
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February 20, 2026 -Lunchtime Meditation and Mindfulness (Virtual)
Lunchtime Meditation and Mindfulness (Virtual)
(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.
Saturday, February 21, 2026
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February 21, 2026 -Winter Birding at Lake Audubon
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February 21, 2026 -Bird Walk at Kingman
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February 21, 2026 -Winter Birdwalk at Riverbend
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February 21, 2026 -Black Hill Hike Club
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February 21, 2026 -Winter Stream Ecology Hike
Winter Birding at Lake Audubon
(VA) (Northern Virginia Bird Alliance) Join Northern Virginia Bird Alliance guides Robin and Luke for a winter birding outing at Lake Audubon! Birders of all experience levels are welcome. The planned walking route includes a mix of woodland trail and paved surfaces, with both flat and hilly sections.
Bird Walk at Kingman
(DC) (DC Bird Alliance) Join DC Bird Alliance for a winter bird walk through Kingman and Heritage Islands!
Winter Birdwalk at Riverbend
(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Take a hike through the woods with a naturalist to listen and look for the park’s winter avian residents and migrants. Find out what birds do to survive the winter weather. Feel free to bring your own guides, binoculars and spotting scopes. Site will have a limited number of supplies for participants to borrow for the ...
Black Hill Hike Club
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) The first rule of Hike Club – have fun! Improve your fitness, make new friends, and experience trails and scenery we don’t often make time to immerse ourselves in. We welcome all ages, though young children must be able to walk at least 3 miles or be carried. Most trails are not stroller accessible and are easy ...
Winter Stream Ecology Hike
(VA) (Arlington Parks) Bundle up and join us for a winter nature hike full of frosty discoveries! Ever wonder what fish do when streams freeze over? How life keeps moving under the ice? On this guided walk, we’ll explore stream ecology in winter and uncover how aquatic life—especially fish—adapts to survive the freezing temperatures, slower currents, and reduced food supply. ...