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SUMMARY:Shakespeare in the Park
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Love\, disguise\, and redemption collide in Shakespeare’s As You Like It. Driven from court by sibling rivalry and ruthless ambition\, Orlando and Rosalind escape into the Forest of Arden\, where identities blur and hearts awaken. Witty\, romantic\, and full of heart\, As You Like It celebrates love in all its unexpected forms. \nBring a lawn chair\, and a picnic and enjoy the bard under the stars.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/shakespeare-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Meadowside Nature Center\, 5100 Meadowside Lane\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Parks,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T100000
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SUMMARY:Tree Tour in Marvin Gaye Park
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Casey Trees) Take a tour of the trees in the longest continuous city park and creek in the District. On this two-hour walk\, DC urban forester Alexander Grieve will highlight diverse tree species in the park — including oak\, tulip\, and elm — and their unique characteristics and vital contributions to our ecosystem. Along the way\, you’ll learn how DC selects and maintains the city’s trees in parks and public spaces throughout the District. \nWe’ll also discover how these living giants combat pollution\, manage stormwater\, cool the city\, and improve air quality\, all while uncovering how your actions can ensure the urban forest’s lasting survival.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/tree-tour-in-marvin-gaye-park/
LOCATION:Marvin Gaye Park\, 5200 Foote St NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parks,Tour,Trees
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T171118Z
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SUMMARY:Invasive Plant Removal at Carter Barron
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Join Rock Creek Conservancy\, the National Park Service\, and Rock Creek Staff\, Elena Neyen for this invasive plant removal restoration event in Rock Creek Park. Invasive plants are a major threat to our fragile forests\, and stopping their spread helps allow native plants to thrive in the understory.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/invasive-plant-removal-at-carter-barron/
LOCATION:Carter Barron Amphitheatre\, 4850 Colorado Ave NW\, Washington DC\, 20011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parks,Stewardship,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T180000
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CREATED:20260512T165446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T165446Z
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SUMMARY:Anacostia River Festival
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Building Bridges) Join us for this free\, family-friendly event at Anacostia Park as we come together to Celebrate DC Herstory honoring the women who shaped our city while uplifting community\, culture\, and connection. This day will include live musical performances\, arts and crafts for all ages\, fishing\, nature exploration activities\, pickleball\, mindfulness movement workshops and more!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/anacostia-river-festival/
LOCATION:Anacostia Park at Good Hope Road\, 1100 Good Hope Rd SE\, Washington\, 20020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Parks,Social & Cultural
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T191726Z
CREATED:20260430T191726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T191726Z
UID:10004347-1777719600-1777734000@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Sligo Creek Fest
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) This annual celebration transforms the Sligo Creek Open Parkway into a lively street festival. Enjoy multiple performance stages\, kid-friendly activities like tree climbing\, roving entertainers\, delicious food and drink vendors\, and hands-on activities and demonstrations from Montgomery Parks groups.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/sligo-creek-fest/
CATEGORIES:Parks,Social and Cultural
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T000303Z
CREATED:20260413T000158Z
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SUMMARY:Extreme Cleanup at Carter Barron
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Please join Rock Creek Conservancy and the National Park Service\, and for our cleanup of the Carter Barron amphitheater. We will remove debris\, paint\, clear leaf litter\, weed\, sweep\, and trim back invasive plants\, helping preserve the amphitheater while it awaits future restoration. This is a unique opportunity to get a ‘behind the scenes’ look at the amphitheater and help take care of an important community resource. Event location directions and information will be sent from the event leader 24 hours before the event.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/extreme-cleanup-at-carter-barron/
LOCATION:Carter Barron Amphitheatre\, 4850 Colorado Ave NW\, Washington DC\, 20011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parks,Stewardship,Volunteering
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Film & Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Casey Trees) Come celebrate and experience Langdon Park Forest Patch\, a 2.2-acre woodland that’s as rich in story as it is in biodiversity. The program will feature a presentation\, a film\, and a walk through the forest patch. Once overrun by invasive vines\, this urban forest is now being brought back to health through the efforts of Langdon Park Forest Stewards\, Casey Trees\, community volunteers\, and city agencies. \nThis program is free and open to the public. No registration needed! \nLearn more about the Langdon Park Forest Stewards at caseytrees.org/langdon.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/earth-day-film-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Langdon Park Recreation Center\, 2901 20th St NE\, Washington DC\, 20018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film,Nature Observation,Parks
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T120000
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SUMMARY:B.A.R.K. Rangers at Rock Creek Park
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Calling all dog owners! If you enjoy adventuring in Rock Creek Park with your furry friend\, consider coming to one of our B.A.R.K. Ranger events! This is a national initiative to encourage responsible recreation and a positive experience for you\, your dog\, and all visitors to the park.  Learn about the principles of being a B.A.R.K. Ranger and earn a B.A.R.K. Ranger badge!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/b-a-r-k-rangers-at-rock-creek-park/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Nature Center\, 5200 Glover Rd NW\, Washington\, 20015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Parks,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T133000
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SUMMARY:Blossoms in America's Backyard
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) This time of year in Washington\, DC is all about the Cherry Blossoms\, but before the cherry trees on the Tidal Basin were a thing\, the roots of DC’s cherry blossom history got planted in the Rock Creek Valley. Come for a short ranger talk about the history of cherry trees in Washington away from the bustle of the Tidal Basin and then enjoy a walk up to 2 miles through some of our trails to see what’s blooming this spring in Rock Creek Park.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/blossoms-in-americas-backyard/
LOCATION:Peirce Mill\, 2401 Tilden St NW\, Washington DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Nature Observation,Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T110000
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CREATED:20260206T204822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T204822Z
UID:10004124-1772182800-1772190000@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Explore Rachel Carson Conservation Park
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) New to the area or just want to get out for a hike? Explore different parks in Montgomery County with an experienced naturalist. Length of hike and trail difficulty varies from site to site. Today we’ll explore Rachel Carson Conservation Park\, one of the county’s premier conservation areas\, walking through meadows\, forest and along the Hawlings River. The length of this moderate hike depends on the pace and size of the group.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/explore-rachel-carson-conservation-park/
LOCATION:Rachel Carson Conservation Park\, 22201 Zion Road\, Olney\, MD\, 20833\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience,Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T110000
DTSTAMP:20260207T231957Z
CREATED:20260207T231957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T231957Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Walk at Meadowlark
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (NOVA Parks) Enjoy free garden admission and a guided walk around Meadowlark Botanical Gardens’ 95 acres on Tuesdays. Each 75-minute walk will be over uneven\, hilly terrain\, have a positive focus\, and include a silent\, meditative portion and a few interesting facts from our docent along the way. Ages 18 + \nThis is a drop-in program.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/winter-walk-at-meadowlark-2/
LOCATION:Meadowlark Botanical Gardens\, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens\, Vienna\, VA\, 22182\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience,Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260209T021533Z
CREATED:20260209T021533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T021533Z
UID:10004155-1771668000-1771675200@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Plant Removal at Carter Barron
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy)  Join Rock Creek Conservancy for this invasive plant removal restoration event in Rock Creek Park. Invasive plants are a major threat to our fragile forests\, and stopping their spread helps allow native plants to thrive in the understory. Event location\, directions\, and information will be sent from the event leader 48 hours prior to the event.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/invasive-plant-removal-at-carter-barron-3/
LOCATION:Carter Barron Amphitheatre\, 4850 Colorado Ave NW\, Washington DC\, 20011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parks,Stewardship,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T110000
DTSTAMP:20260207T231630Z
CREATED:20260207T231630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T231630Z
UID:10004136-1771322400-1771326000@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Winter Walk at Meadowlark
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (NOVA Parks) Enjoy free garden admission and a guided walk around Meadowlark Botanical Gardens’ 95 acres on Tuesdays. Each 75-minute walk will be over uneven\, hilly terrain\, have a positive focus\, and include a silent\, meditative portion and a few interesting facts from our docent along the way. Ages 18 + \nThis is a drop-in program.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/winter-walk-at-meadowlark/
LOCATION:Meadowlark Botanical Gardens\, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens\, Vienna\, VA\, 22182\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience,Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T153000
DTSTAMP:20260108T201723Z
CREATED:20260108T201723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T201723Z
UID:10003878-1768827600-1768836600@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:MLK Day of Service at Oxon Run Park
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Casey Trees) Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through a day of service at Oxon Run Park\, hosted by Chesapeake Climate Action Network\, DC Greens\, Friends of Oxon Run\, and Casey Trees. As a part of a nationwide effort\, the MLK Day of Service is a great opportunity to give back to our communities\, from helping out our neighbors to uplifting and restoring our green spaces.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/mlk-day-of-service-at-oxon-run-park/
LOCATION:The Well at Oxon Run\, 300 Valley Ave\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20032\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Parks,Trees
GEO:38.83287;-77.001718
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