• Tuesday Morning Bird Walk at Kenilworth

    Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens 1550 Anacostia Ave, NE, Washington DC, United States

    (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. ...

  • Co-Existing with Beavers (Virtual)

    (VA) (Friends of Huntley Meadows) Love Beavers? We at Friends of Huntley Meadows Park sure do. We have them to thank for much of our wonderful park, and you can learn more about them! Join FODM for Alison Zak’s presentation on beavers (Castor canadenis). Zak will provide a brief history of human interactions with beavers over time, an overview of ...

    Free
  • Meteor Shower Kayak Paddle

    Fountainhead Regional Park 10875 Hampton Rd, Fairfax Station, VA, United States

    (VA) (NOVA Parks) Join Matt Felperin, NOVA Parks' Roving Naturalist, for a special paddle under the stars during the Orionid Meteor Shower. Learn more about this natural phenomenon while you search for constellations and satellites. Begin with a brief paddling overview before heading out to take in the night sky. Program includes experienced guide, kayak rental, paddle, and Personal Flotation ...

    $35
  • Halloween Weekend at Bull Run

    Bull Run Regional Park 7700 Bull Run Drive, Centreville, VA, United States

    (VA) (NOVA Parks) For Bull Run registered campers Halloween activities abound! Movie Night: Spooky Buddies Friday, 7-9pm Watch the family-friendly movie of the week!  Freshly popped popcorn will be available for purchase at the camp store while open. Location: Picnic shelter across from the camp store. Pumpkin Painting Saturday, 10–11am Bring your creativity for some pumpkin fun! Purchase a real pumpkin at ...

  • Forest Bathing at Hillwood

    Hillwood Estate 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, United States

    (DC) (Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens) Slow down, awaken your senses, and connect with nature as you experience a forest bathing walk in Hillwood’s gardens and grounds. Inspired by the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku (which translates to “absorbing the forest atmosphere”), forest bathing is a research-based activity designed to promote health and well-being through immersion in natural settings. Participants will ...

    $30 – $35
  • Anacostia Park Late Skate

    Anacostia Park Skating Pavillion 1500 Anacostia Dr SE, Washington, DC, United States

    (DC) (Friends of Anacostia park) This annual series is co-hosted by Friends of Anacostia Park and the National Park Service offering a FREE, full day of community, resources, music, boating, and skating. Follow us on social media to see each month’s list of activities. No sign up required.

  • Witchy Paddle on Lake Seneca

    Black Hill Discovery Center 20926 Lake Ridge Drive, Boyds, MD, United States

    (MD) (Montgomery Parks) Calling all witches! Pack your potions and dust off your brooms! This Halloween season, two fan-favorite events are brewing into one unforgettable evening! Witchy Paddle is teaming up with Acoustics and Ales to conjure a festive happy hour filled with live music, tasty brews, and spooky lake views. Join us for our costumed paddle of Little Seneca ...

  • Sunset Nature Therapy at Meadowlark

    Meadowlark Botanical Gardens 9750 Meadowlark Gardens, Vienna, VA, United States

    (VA) (NOVA Parks) As the sun meets the horizon surrounded by colorful autumn leaves, certified nature and forest therapy guide Ilana Rubin of Kindred Nature invites you to open your senses to life in the gardens. This unique evening offers a gentle way to release the day's tensions, find balance between day and night, and discover the tranquility of twilight ...

    $35