(DC) (National Gallery of Art) Enjoy a winter skate at the NGA's iconic ice rink surrounded by sculptures and the National Mall. Purchase skating passes in person. Fees cover two back-to-back, 45-minute skating sessions that each begin on the hour. Enjoy a hot cocoa and food at the adjoining Pavilion Cafe. The skating rink will be open through March 2nd ...
(VA) (NOVA Parks) Ever wonder how some of our native furry friends survive the chilly winter days outside? Register the whole family to learn the difference between hibernation vs. brumation and the science behind why and how animals sleep safely in the cold. During this interactive workshop, you'll make and take home a rabbit friend and learn how to help ...
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Create your own miniature winter wonderland and learn why cold winter weather is so important! More Montgomery Parks nature events can be found here.
(Mt Cuba Center) Join Leah Brooks as she highlights the strategies and adaptations that native animals use to survive the winter. Unlock the secrets of frogs that freeze, mammals that hunker in hollows, butterflies that bunk under bark, and more! Leah Brooks is the Public Programs Coordinator at Mt. Cuba Center. She has dual bachelor’s degrees from the University of ...
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Winter brings a different dimension to the gardens that is sometimes overlooked by visitors. Walk and talk with garden expert Kristin Davey, of Brookside Gardens staff, to uncover the “bones of the garden” without the distraction of leaves or flowers. Explore the architectural elements that shape the gardens including woody plants, hardscape and other components of design. ...
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Winter brings a different dimension to the gardens that is sometimes overlooked by visitors. Walk and talk with garden expert Kristin Davey, of Brookside Gardens staff, to uncover the “bones of the garden” without the distraction of leaves or flowers. Explore the architectural elements that shape the gardens including woody plants, hardscape and other components of design. ...
(MD) (DC Bird Alliance) It's cold! But we know it's the best time for visiting waterfowl and we might catch some winter ducks at this favorite DMV hotspot. So, throw on your layers and meet us outside! Join us for a bird walk at the only wildlife refuge established to support wildlife research.
(VA) (Northern Virginia Bird Alliance) The Winter Waterfowl Count is a citizen science effort organized by Northern Virginia Bird Alliance to track data about winter waterfowl. it will take place Feb 1st and 2nd. This survey complements the Christmas Bird Count, and the data is shared openly with the public. Although we expect many veterans from past years to return, ...
(VA) (Northern Virginia Bird Alliance) The Winter Waterfowl Count is a citizen science effort organized by Northern Virginia Bird Alliance to track data about winter waterfowl. This survey complements the Christmas Bird Count, and the data is shared openly with the public. Although we expect many veterans from past years to return, we can always use new volunteers. Each volunteer ...
(MD) (Sierra Club) Join us on a 5.3-mile loop trail near Greenbelt, Maryland where we will walk the perimeter trail around Greenbelt Park. The park is run by the National Park Service and boasts the closest campground in proximity to Washington, DC. We will rendezvous in the parking lot of the Sweetgum Picnic Area at 9 am. The hike will ...
