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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-12/
LOCATION:Dyke Marsh\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22307\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T083000
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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-12/
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:20260714T090000
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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-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:20260716T140000
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SUMMARY:Ranger Tour at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Join a Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens Ranger for a talk about the park! The talk will cover the history of the park\, the waterlillies and lotuses that are grown in the ponds\, and the importance of the marshes that are connected to the ponds. Meet the ranger in front of the visitor center where the talk will begin. \nRanger led garden tours are held every week on Sunday\, Wednesday\, Thursday\, Friday\, and Saturday at 10:00 AM\, 2:00 PM\, and 6:00 PM through September 2nd.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/ranger-tour-at-kenilworth-aquatic-gardens-5/
LOCATION:Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens\, 1550 Anacostia Ave\, NE\, Washington DC\, 20019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Experience,Nature Observation,Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T150000
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CREATED:20260714T211503Z
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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-7/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallan Avenue\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Nature Observation,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Dusk Wetland Walk at Huntley Meadows
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Join park naturalists for a relaxing stroll through the park’s forest and wetland paths. Look and listen for wildlife settling down or waking up during the transition of day to night. Adults.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/dusk-wetland-walk-at-huntley-meadows/
LOCATION:Huntley Meadows\, 3701 Lockheed Blvd\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22306\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T110000
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SUMMARY:Caring for Caregivers: Forest Bathing
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Reflection Park) (Capital Nature) \nReflection Park’s Caring for Caregivers series is dedicated to honoring and supporting the incredible individuals who provide compassionate care to those who are nearing the end of life. If you are a death doula\, hospice care worker\, chaplain\, family caregiver\, or anyone else committed to accompanying and caring for others during their last days\, this program is for you. \nForest bathing is a practice that emerged in Japan in the 1980s as a response to burnout and disconnection in modern life. Known as shinrin-yoku\, it is a slow\, intentional immersion in the natural world\, engaging the senses to arrive more fully in the present moment. \nIn this next program of our Caring for Caregiver series\, we’re delighted to partner with Capital Nature’s Ana Leilani Ka’ahanui\, a Certified Forest Therapy Guide and Virginia Master Naturalist. Guided by Ana\, we will move gently through Reflection Park’s woodland trails\, pausing to notice what the forest offers\, like the light filtering through the canopy\, the textures underfoot\, and the sounds that fill the silence between our thoughts.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/caring-for-caregivers-forest-bathing/
LOCATION:Reflection Park Natural Burial Ground\, 16621 New Hampshire Avenue\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20905\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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SUMMARY:Summer Bird Walk at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Friends of the National Arboretum) Join us for a summer bird walk through the U.S. National Arboretum led by experienced guides from the DC Bird Alliance. The Arboretum’s 451 acres of green space provide a unique ecosystem within the city to find a variety of birds. On this bird walk\, you’ll not only spot birds — you’ll also learn about local bird populations\, bird behavior\, and identification tips!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/summer-bird-walk-at-the-arboretum/
LOCATION:US National Arboretum\, 3501 New York Ave NE\, Washington DC\, 20002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T220000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T003907Z
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SUMMARY:Moth Madness on the Mount Vernon Trail
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Friends of the Mount Vernon Trail) Join us after dark for a nighttime nature adventure celebrating the mysterious beauty of moths! As the sun sets\, we’ll gather around softly glowing light traps to observe an array of moth species up close. Whether you’re a seasoned lepidopterist or just curious about the creatures that flutter through the night\, this is your chance to learn\, explore\, and marvel at the hidden world of nocturnal pollinators. \nNaturalist will be on hand to identify species\, share fun facts\, and explain how moths play a vital role in our ecosystems. Bring a flashlight\, your curiosity\, and a sense of wonder — you never know what might fly in! This event is free and family-friendly.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/moth-madness-on-the-mount-vernon-trail/
LOCATION:Washington Sailing Marina\, 1 Marina Drive\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Nature Observation,Wildlife
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