(VA) (Arlington Parks) This mushroom walk will begin inside the Long Branch Nature Center with an introduction to identification for beginners. We will learn how fungi grow in the soil and their role in the environment. Then we will walk outside, rain or shine, to observe mushrooms in the forest. Adults. Teens ages 12 and up are welcome to attend ...
(MD) (Nature Forward) When the first warm rains of the season come, the amphibian world explodes into activity. Starting in late winter, temporary pools of shallow water, known as vernal pools, come alive with the kickoff of the annual amphibian migration. Since vernal pools dry up with the heat of summer and are not wet year-round, fish populations can’t survive. ...
(VA) (Arlington Parks) Regardless of the weather or season, there are always neat plants, mosses, lichens, and fungi to see if you look closely! Each participant will be given a magnifying hand lens to use during the walk, and we'll explore the incredible micro-worlds of mosses and other plants, fungi, even invertebrates! Adults. Teens ages 12 and up welcome to ...
(VA) (Arlington Parks) A naturalist will discuss the natural history of an Eastern Box Turtle, it's life through the seasons, the threats facing turtle populations, and what you can do to be a friend to the turtles! Adults.
(DMV) (Capital Nature) Join residents throughout the DC metro area to observe local plants, animals, and fungi for the City Nature Challenge! You can observe and document wildlife using iNaturalist in your neighborhood, local park, or backyard. This global citizen science event will help scientists collect data on urban biodiversity and highlight Washington DC area's natural world.
(VA) (Arlington Parks) Regardless of the weather or season, there are always neat plants, mosses, lichens, and fungi to see if you look closely! Each participant will be given a magnifying hand lens to use during the walk, and we'll explore the incredible micro-worlds of mosses and other plants, fungi, even invertebrates! Adults. Teens ages 12 and up welcome to ...
