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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-14/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallan Avenue\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Nature Observation,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Birds & Nature with Urban Sketchers DC
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (DC Bird Alliance) Join DC Bird Alliance and Urban Sketchers DC for a morning of creativity\, curiosity\, and connection as we explore the beautiful surroundings of Rock Creek Golf Course through drawing. \n\nUrban Sketchers is an international nonprofit dedicated to on-location drawing. Rather than focusing on creating the “perfect” sketch\, participants draw what they observe\, capturing moments\, places\, and stories as they unfold. Rock Creek Golf Course offers the perfect setting\, with expansive green space\, Purple Martin houses\, mature trees\, native habitat\, and plenty of birds and wildlife to inspire your sketches.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/birds-nature-with-urban-sketchers-dc/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Golf Course\, 6100 16th St NW\, Washington\, 20011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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SUMMARY:Urban Foraging\, Cider Tasting and Cyanotype Printing
DESCRIPTION:(DC) Join forager\, author and instructor April Thompson at ANXO\, DC’s award-winning cidery\, for a workshop blending urban foraging\, botanical art and cider tasting. Begin with an introduction to foraging\, then explore Brightwood on a short walk to discover edible plants growing in unexpected places. April will share tips for identifying\, preparing and using your finds. \nEnjoy a welcome pour of limited-edition cider made with locally grown fruit; additional drinks and foraged foods will be available for purchase. Back at ANXO\, learn cyanotyping (solar printing)\, one of the earliest photographic processes\, and create a botanical print using plants gathered along the way. If weather prevents printing\, you’ll receive materials to finish at home.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/urban-foraging-cider-tasting-and-cyanotype-printing-2/
LOCATION:ANXO Cidery\, 711 Kennedy St. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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SUMMARY:Early Morning Pontoon Cruise
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Wildlife are busy in the early morning hours and the lighting is great for photos. Join us for an early morning pontoon tour for some birding and photography\, or just a lovely morning cruise on Little Seneca Lake. Meet at the pontoon boat dock\, by the boat rentals.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/early-morning-pontoon-cruise/
LOCATION:Black Hill Discovery Center\, 20926 Lake Ridge Drive\, Boyds\, MD\, 20841\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,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-16/
LOCATION:Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens\, 1550 Anacostia Ave\, NE\, Washington DC\, 20019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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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-15/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallan Avenue\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Nature Observation,Wildlife
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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-10/
LOCATION:Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens\, 1550 Anacostia Ave\, NE\, Washington DC\, 20019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Experience,Nature Observation,Tour
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SUMMARY:Saturday 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/saturday-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: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-16/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallan Avenue\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Nature Observation,Wildlife
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