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SUMMARY:Little Critters Nature Play
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Smithsonian National Zoo) Calling all budding birders! Join us for creative\, drop-in play at the Zoo as we learn about birds of all types and practice our birding skills. Little Critters: Nature Play is designed for ages 0-5 and their caregivers and families. Activities are designed with early learners in mind\, but all ages are welcome.
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LOCATION:Smithsonian’s National Zoo\, 3001 Connecticut Avenue\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
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SUMMARY:Little Critters Nature Play
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Smithsonian National Zoo) Join us for creative\, drop-in play at the Zoo as we learn how fungi and lichens are an important part of nature. Little Critters: Nature Play is designed for ages 0-5 and their caregivers and families. Activities are designed with early learners in mind\, but all ages are welcome.
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SUMMARY:The Science of Sleep and Hibernation
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (NOVA Parks) Ever wonder how some native furry friends survive the chilly winter weather outside? Register the whole family and learn the difference between hibernation vs. brumation and the science behind why and how animals sleep safely in the cold.  You’ll make and take home a rabbit friend and learn how to help them get ready to hibernate. Ages 5+.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/the-science-of-sleep-and-hibernation/
LOCATION:Winkler Botanical Preserve\, 5400 Roanoke Ave.\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22311\, United States
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SUMMARY:Campfire Friday
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Join us for an evening campfire the whole family can enjoy. Explore the wonders of our natural world through nature walks\, interactive activities and animal presentations. Includes s’mores. Topics vary by date. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Not intended for children under 5.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/campfire-friday/
LOCATION:Hidden Pond Nature Center\, 8511 Greeley Blvd\, West Springfield\, VA\, 22152\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Nature Play,Outdoor Experience
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SUMMARY:Little Critters Nature Play
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Smithsonian National Zoo) Join us for creative\, drop-in play at the Zoo as we explore the different plants and animals that live in the Amazon rainforest. Little Critters: Nature Play is designed for ages 0-5 and their caregivers and families. Activities are designed with early learners in mind\, but all ages are welcome.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/little-critters-nature-play-7/
LOCATION:Smithsonian’s National Zoo\, 3001 Connecticut Avenue\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
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SUMMARY:Little Critters Nature Play
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Smithsonian National Zoo) Let’s learn how animals change as they grow- just like us! Join us for creative\, drop-in play at the Zoo as we learn about the different ways animals care for their young. Little Critters: Nature Play is designed for ages 0-5 and their caregivers and families. Activities are designed with early learners in mind\, but all ages are welcome.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/little-critters-nature-play-8/
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SUMMARY:Storytime in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join us for an interactive story time followed by an outdoor exploration or activity for children ages 3-7. This is an outdoor story time\, weather permitting. Adults must accompany children.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/storytime-in-the-garden/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallan Avenue\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
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