• Running with a Ranger: Georgetown Waterfront in Motion

    Georgetown Waterfront Park 3303 Water St NW, Washington, DC, United States

    (DC) (National Park Serice) Lace up your shoes to join a ranger-led 2.5 mile guided run through the history of the Georgetown Waterfront. This one-hour, all-levels program explores the alleyways, towpaths, and waterfront trails below M Street where industry and the changing community shaped the landscape. Along the way, we will pause to stretch, reflect, and uncover the history beneath ...

  • Are You Going to Eat That?

    Ellanor C. Lawrence Park 5040 Walney Rd, Chantilly, VA, United States

    (VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Enjoy a naturalist-led hike and identify plants that are safe to eat and which ones to avoid. Participants will learn how plants were used in rope making and folk remedies with connections to Eastern Woodland Indians. Foraging in Fairfax County Parks is prohibited.

    $9
  • Shepherd Parkway Community Cleanup

    Shepherd Parkway 555 Newcomb Street SE, Washington, DC, United States

    (DC) (Ward 8 Woods) Join Ward 8 Woods every second Saturday of the month to restore Shepherd Parkway by removing trash and invasive vines that are smothering the trees. Since 2011, over 2,000 volunteers have removed over 200 tons of trash from the woods and cut invasive vines from over 500 trees, but much work remains to be done. Give back ...

    Free
  • Raptor Rapture at Dyke Marsh

    Dyke Marsh Alexandria, VA, United States

    (VA) (Friends of Dyke Marsh) Bring your family and friends to see live hawks, owls and other raptors up close at Fort Hunt Park, Pavilion A. This free event is sponsored by the Friends of Dyke Marsh, the National Park Service and Secret Gardens Birds. Registration is not required.  

    Free
  • Birds, Boardwalks & Wetlands at Huntley

    Huntley Meadows 3701 Lockheed Blvd, Alexandria, VA, United States

    (VA) (DC Bird Alliance) Join us for a bird walk at Huntley Meadows Park, one of the region’s premier wetland habitats and a favorite destination for birders and wildlife lovers alike. Known for its expansive marsh, scenic boardwalks, and rich biodiversity, Huntley Meadows offers excellent opportunities to observe a wide variety of birds and other wildlife. We’ll move at a ...

  • Wildflower Walk at Locust Grove

    Locust Grove Nature Center 7777 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda, MD, United States

    (MD) (Montgomery Parks) Fall is a rainbow of wildflowers, from goldenrods to asters in every shade of purple. Take a leisurely stroll through the park with our Master Naturalists who will interpret this last spectacular show of color before the changing of the seasons. Now a three part series, you may join us for one class or sign up for ...

    $7
  • Roots to Rocks Mountain Biking 55+

    Black Hill Regional Park 20926 Lake Ridge Dr, Boyds, MD, United States

    (MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join the Roots to Rocks team for a mountain bike ride exclusively for folks 55+. Our instructors will go over the basics of bikes and bike handling skills in a supportive environment. These rides are great for people who have some riding experience, but you don’t need to be a seasoned veteran. This is a perfect way ...

  • 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. ...