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SUMMARY:Tree Walk at Theodore Roosevelt Island
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Nature Forward) Usher in the merry month of May with a springtime nature stroll on the trails and boardwalk of DC’s Theodore Roosevelt Island with naturalist and author Melanie Choukas-Bradley. This springtime tree walk will take you deep into the island\, where swamp and tidal inlet can be explored by boardwalk as willow\, bald cypresses\, and cattails frame views of the city beyond it. In addition to sharing her knowledge and love of the island’s trees\, Melanie will share details of this National Park’s fascinating history.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/tree-walk-at-theodore-roosevelt-island/
LOCATION:Theodore Roosevelt Island\, Washington DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Natural History,Nature Observation,Trees
ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Forward":MAILTO:contact@natureforward.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T100000
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SUMMARY:Spring Tree Walk in Rock Creek Park
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Casey Trees) Join us and nature book author Melanie Choukas-Bradley for a three-hour tree walk along scenic Rock Creek and through the upland woods of the Western Ridge Trail. Melanie will show you how to identify American hornbeam\, American elm\, river birch\, American sycamore\, boxelder\, black walnut and other stalwarts of the floodplain forest. She’ll then lead us into the upland woods where several species of oak\, including DC’s official tree\, the scarlet oak and a large spreading post oak\, mockernut and pignut hickories\, American beeches\, and sugar and red maples flourish.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/spring-tree-walk-in-rock-creek-park/
LOCATION:Peirce Mill\, 2401 Tilden St NW\, Washington DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Natural History,Nature Observation,Trees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T130000
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SUMMARY:State of the Canopy Webinar
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Casey Trees) Join Andrew Schichtel\, Executive Director of Casey Trees\, and members of our leadership team for our inaugural State of the Canopy webinar. Together\, we’ll explore key accomplishments and recommendations from this year’s Tree Report Card and share an insider’s look at the priorities guiding our work to restore\, enhance\, and protect the tree canopy across the national capital region.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/state-of-the-canopy-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Seminars and Lectures,Trees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T222208Z
CREATED:20260430T222208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T222208Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Casey Trees
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Capital Nature) Join us as we host Casey Trees\, the region’s leading nonprofit tree organization for a conversation in Cleveland Park. Their staff is usually out in the field planting trees\, creating conservation easements\, and advocating\, but tonight we’ll hear directly from them about their transformative work\, and see how we can tap into it to promote stewardship close to home; \n\n\nHear how Casey Trees\, civic groups—and residents like us—are helping restore DC’s tree canopy throughout the city and in our neighborhoods.\nLearn how best practices for watering and mulching can extend a tree’s life.\nTune in to tree volunteer opportunities.\nFind out how to get a free tree.\nSee how homeowners are creating rain gardens and tree oases in their yards.\nAsk a gnarly question about caring for your trees!\n\nThis is the second in a three-part series on trees and their care hosted by Cleveland Park Library in collaboration with Capital Nature.The event includes a raffle for two free books on tree species.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/an-evening-with-casey-trees/
LOCATION:Cleveland Park Library\, 3310 Connecticut Ave. NW\, Washington\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Lectures,Stewardship,Trees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T090000
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SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal at Langdon Park
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Casey Trees) Join CCAN\, The Langdon Park Forest Stewards\, and Casey Trees to get outside and remove invasive plants! Take part in the exciting Assisted Natural Regeneration efforts happening to restore the forest at Langdon Park in NE DC. We will start with a brief training on non-native invasive species and best practices for removal\, and spend about 2 hours removing invasives. We will focus on non-native invasive plants like Bush (Amur) Honeysuckle.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/invasive-species-removal-at-langdon-park/
LOCATION:Langdon Park Recreation Center\, 2901 20th St NE\, Washington DC\, 20018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Stewardship,Trees,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T090000
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SUMMARY:Invasive Vine Removal at Branch Ave Park
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Casey Trees) Join Meredith from CCAN to remove Invasive Vines at Branch Ave Park in DC. We will start with a brief training on non-native invasive species and best practices for removal\, and spend about 2 hours removing invasives. We will focus on non-native invasive vines including porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata) and English ivy (Hedera helix).
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/invasive-vine-removal-at-branch-ave-park/
LOCATION:Branch Avenue Park\, 3350 Erie St SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Stewardship,Trees,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T190000
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SUMMARY:What Trees Remember: Climate\, Water\, and Change (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Natural History Society of Maryland) Trees are invaluable record-keepers of the past. Since their annual growth is intrinsically related to a combination of environmental factors\, tree ring data can be used like a Rosetta Stone. Dr. Karen King will demonstrate how her research in biogeography and climate change is informed by tree-ring data. We will focus on regional examples from western Maryland to learn what tree rings can tell us about temperature\, hydroclimate\, and ecological variability.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/what-trees-remember-climate-water-and-change-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Natural History,Trees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T093000
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SUMMARY:Spring Forest Bathing and Tree Walk at Tregaron
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Politics & Prose) Join Melanie Choukas-Bradley\, author of Wild Walking—A Guide to Forest Bathing Through the Seasons\, The Joy of Forest Bathing\, A Year in Rock Creek Park\, and several other nature books for a magical spring forest bathing walk through the enchanting Tregaron Conservancy\, a woodland garden tucked away in the midst of northwest Washington that has been restored and stewarded by a non-profit organization since 2006. We will meander under tall trees in autumn glory\, cross picturesque bridges over musical streams\, and climb stone steps through a century-old cultivated and wild woodland landscape reminiscent of “the secret garden.” \nShinrin-yoku\, or forest bathing\, began in the 1980s in Japan and it is rooted in the traditional Japanese reverence for nature. Forest bathing is a mindfulness practice akin to meditation\, yoga and tai chi that involves tuning in to the beauty and wonder of your natural surroundings with all of your senses.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/spring-forest-bathing-and-tree-walk-at-tregaron/
LOCATION:Tregaron Conservancy\, 3031 Klingle Road NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contemplative,Nature Observation,Trees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T120000
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SUMMARY:Neighborhood Invasive Vine Removal in Hillcrest
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Casey Trees) Join Meredith from CCAN to remove Invasive Vines around the Hillcrest neighborhood in Washington DC. We will meet at the Hillcrest Rec Center and spend 30 minutes doing training. From there we will break into pairs and head to a list of pre-surveyed residences in the area to offer vine removal for residents. We may also drop off flyers at additional residences. \nWe will focus on non-native invasive vines including porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata) and English ivy (Hedera helix). Please wear long pants\, long sleeves\, and close-toed shoes. Instructions and tools will be provided\, so just bring yourself and a good attitude!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/neighborhood-invasive-vine-removal-in-hillcrest/
LOCATION:Hillcrest Rec Center\, 3100 Denver St. SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Stewardship,Trees,Volunteering
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T113000
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SUMMARY:Bark Stories Hike
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Arlington Parks) Step into the forest to explore the history\, folklore\, and cultural connections of our local trees. This guided hike blends basic tree identification with stories of how trees have provided food\, inspiration\, and meaning throughout history.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/bark-stories-hike/
LOCATION:Long Branch Nature Center & Park\, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd\, Arlington\, VA\, 22204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike,Nature Observation,Trees
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