(iNaturalist) Did you know that every plant observation on iNaturalist helps us understand the timing of seasonal cycles? Join us to learn more about plant phenology and easy ways to get involved! Each photo of a plant contains critical information about the presence or absence of flowers, fruits, and leaves. We need you to help unlock those insights! This webinar ...
(MD) (Maryland Native Plant Society) Even in the leafless landscapes of winter, there is still plenty of features to explore on our native plants, especially trees! During this presentation, we will discuss how to identify woody plants using buds, stems, lenticels, leaf scars, bark, and more! We will focus on terminology related to these features and then apply them to ...
(Audubon) (Cornell Lab) Between February 14–17, the world will come together for the love of birds. During the Great Backyard Bird Count you can spend time in your favorite places watching birds— then identify them, count them, and record them in eBird or Merlin. During this virtual live event, you'll discover how to join a group taking part in the ...
(Audubon) (Cornell Lab) Between February 14–17, the world will come together for the love of birds. During the Great Backyard Bird Count you can spend time in your favorite places watching birds— then identify them, count them, and record them in eBird or Merlin. During this virtual live event, you'll discover how to join a group taking part in the ...
(VA) (Northern Virginia Bird Alliance) This talk will cover the common species in Northern Virginia as well as the diversity and biology of these elusive creatures. Leeanna Pletcher is a Park Naturalist Aide for Arlington County Parks and Recreation where she teaches about amphibians and reptiles. She has studied the population and health of Ambystomid salamanders in vernal pools in ...
(DC) (Smithsonian Associates) What do an annoying house fly, the nearly endangered Mexican long-tongued bat, and a poop-eating butterfly have in common? Each creature, respectively, is the reason we can enjoy a bite of chocolate, a nip of a tequila, or the calming scent of lavender. Naturalist and educator Liana Vitali of Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary in Maryland offers an ...
(DC) (Smithsonian Associates) Indulge in a colorful midwinter escape as naturalist and botanical horticulturist Keith Tomlinsonleads a series of virtual visits that highlight the beauty of notable botanical gardens on the East and West Coasts of the United States, Morocco, and Germany. Vibrant visuals illustrate how each site takes a unique approach to design and interpretation as they all celebrate ...
(DC) (Smithsonian Associates) Karl Gercens, Longwood Gardens’ conservatory manager, explores the world of container garden design, showcasing its wide range of opportunities for decorative container use and displays. He surveys container materials; the wealth of plants that thrive in varied conditions; and offers tips on watering, fertilization, and pest and disease prevention. Photos of displays at Longwood Gardens provide inspiration ...
