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SUMMARY:Yoga on the Magnolia Terrace
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (NOVA Parks) Join an instructor-led hour-long Yoga Class on Carlyle House’s Magnolia Terrace. This is a gentle flow yoga class\, where we will build heat with sun salutations then progress to balance\, deep stretching and finally relaxation. Please bring water\, a towel\, and a yoga mat. Wear comfortable yoga wear.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/yoga-on-the-magnolia-terrace-2/
LOCATION:Carlyle House Historic Park\, 121 N. Fairfax Street\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contemplative,Fitness,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260602T003816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T003816Z
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SUMMARY:Japanese Star Festival at Hillwood
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Hillwood) anabata\, the Japanese Star Festival\, celebrates the legend of Orihime\, the weaver princess\, and Hikoboshi\, the herder. These lovers\, separated by the Milky Way\, are allowed to meet just once a year on the seventh day of the seventh month. \nEnjoy a summer evening relaxing in Hillwood’s spectacular gardens and take part in festive indoor and outdoor entertainment.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/japanese-star-festival-at-hillwood/
LOCATION:Hillwood Estate\, 4155 Linnean Avenue\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Experience,Performance,Social & Cultural
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T120000
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CREATED:20260602T002909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T002909Z
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SUMMARY:Cutting Garden Tour at Hillwood
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Hillwood) Marjorie Merriweather Post loved displaying fresh cut flowers throughout her home. This tradition continues today as the cutting garden produces nearly one thousand stems a week during the height of summer. From sunflowers and zinnias to eucalyptus and lisianthus\, a weekly harvest supplies a bounty of flowers which are used in arrangements throughout the property. Tour the garden in all its glory and learn a few tips and secrets from a Hillwood gardener along the way. \nTickets are distributed at the Ellen MacNeille Charles Visitor Center upon opening each day. This thirty-minute tour is limited to fifteen and meets in the visitor center conservatory.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/cutting-garden-tour-at-hillwood/
LOCATION:Hillwood Estate\, 4155 Linnean Avenue\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Garden Experience,Tour
GEO:38.9436253;-77.0526371
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T183000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260602T020347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T020347Z
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SUMMARY:Art in the Park: Printmaking
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (NOVA Parks) Learn print making using a carving tool and rubber block! We will be joined by a guest instructor\, Laura Damian. Participants will learn how to choose an image for making prints\, tricks on how to easily transfer the image onto the block\, and pro tips on how to best use the carving tool to produce a high-quality custom stamp. \nAll materials will be provided and yours to keep including the carving tool. Light refreshments will be provided.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/art-in-the-park-printmaking/
LOCATION:Potomac Overlook Regional Park\, 2845 N. Marcey Road\, Arlington\, VA\, 22207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Nature Craft,Nature Observation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T180000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260601T023752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T023752Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Growing Together
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Smithsonian Gardens) Nine exhibits across Smithsonian Gardens around the National Mall hold history and memories\, tell American stories\, and carry culture through food growing and seed saving. The exhibition also introduces gardens as places of wellbeing\, connection\, and innovation—from horticultural therapy to the powerful role trees play in ecosystems and in cities.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/exhibit-growing-together-5/
LOCATION:National Mall\, 1750 Independence Avenue Southwest\, Wasington DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Gardens,Natural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260524T202812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T202812Z
UID:10004403-1780822800-1780844400@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:The Butterfly Experience
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) A world of wonder takes flight as Montgomery Parks’ popular Butterfly Experience returns to Brookside Gardens. Visitors will be surrounded by hundreds of brilliant butterflies from the Americas\, Africa\, and Asia as they flutter among vibrant\, lush tropical blooms. This intimate experience offers rare\, up-close encounters while trained staff and volunteers highlight the stages of metamorphosis\, the important role butterflies play in healthy ecosystems\, and how to ensure these beautiful insects thrive in our own gardens. \nButterfly Experience runs through September 7th.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/the-butterfly-experience-2/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallan Avenue\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Nature Observation,Wildlife
GEO:39.0581511;-77.0373745
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T180000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260601T180938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T180938Z
UID:10004444-1780758000-1780768800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Anacostia River Tree Tour
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Casey Trees) Join Casey Trees and the Anacostia Watershed Society for a tree walk and boat tour on the Anacostia River. Starting at the main entrance to Kingman & Heritage Islands\, we’ll see and learn to identify the diverse tree species on the island while we make our way to the boat dock. Once on the boat\, we will explore the ecological and historical changes in the river and the communities around it. \n\nThe entire tour should take around 3 hours. In the case of light rain\, we will proceed as planned.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/anacostia-river-tree-tour/
LOCATION:Kingman and Heritage Islands Park\, 575 Oklahoma Ave NE\, Washington DC\, 20002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour,Trees,Watershed Ecology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T140000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260601T212019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T212019Z
UID:10004452-1780747200-1780754400@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Plant Removal at Normanstone
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Join Rock Creek Conservancy\, the National Park Service\, and Rock Creek Staff\, Landrum Beard 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-normanstone/
LOCATION:Normanstone Trail\, 2841 Normanstone Drive NW\, Washington DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Stewardship,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260601T014113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T014113Z
UID:10004414-1780743600-1780750800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Lei Making at USBG
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (US Botanic Garden) Each June\, in honor of Kamehameha Day\, the local Hawaiian community crafts beautiful lei using plant materials sourced from the mid-Atlantic region and beyond. During this drop-in program at the Garden’s Conservatory\, learn about Hawaiian culture\, and try your hand at lei-making. Then watch as members of the Hawai’i State Society of Washington D.C. prepare lei for the ceremonial draping at the U.S. Capitol. \nThis drop-in experience will be repeated several times over the course of two hours.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/lei-making-at-usbg/
LOCATION:U.S. Botanic Garden\, 100 Maryland Ave SW\, Washington DC\, 20515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Craft,Plants,Social & Cultural
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260602T023421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T023514Z
UID:10004254-1780741800-1780750800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Suitland Parkway Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Ward 8 Woods) Join Ward 8 Woods every first Saturday of the month to restore Suitland Parkway by removing trash and invasive vines that are smothering the trees. Since 2018\, Ward 8 Woods Park Stewards and volunteers have removed more than 300 tons of trash from the woods of Suitland Parkway and cut vines from more than 1\,000 trees. On the first Saturday of each month\, we deploy to a different part of the parkway to clean up trash and save trees from being smothered by invasive vines. \nGive back to the earth\, exercise your body\, spend time in nature and meet cool people with the Ward 8 Woods Conservancy.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/suitland-parkway-volunteer-day/
LOCATION:Suitland Parkway\, 2401 Alabama Ave SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Experience,Stewardship,Volunteering
GEO:38.8511572;-76.9717077
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suitland Parkway 2401 Alabama Ave SE Washington DC 20020 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2401 Alabama Ave SE:geo:-76.9717077,38.8511572
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260601T211856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T211856Z
UID:10004451-1780740000-1780747200@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Plant Removal at 630 West
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Join Rock Creek Conservancy and the National Park Service 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-630-west-2/
LOCATION:Reservation 630 West\, 3031 Sedgwick Street Northwest\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Stewardship,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260601T180639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T180639Z
UID:10004443-1780736400-1780747200@capitalnature.org
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-2/
LOCATION:Langdon Park Recreation Center\, 2901 20th St NE\, Washington DC\, 20018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Stewardship,Trees,Volunteering
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T100000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260524T154759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T154759Z
UID:10004401-1780734600-1780740000@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Bird Walk at Kenilworth
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) We invite you to join a National Park Service volunteer birder for an engaging bird walk at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens. This event is open to all\, including those new to birding. We encourage participants to bring water\, sunscreen\, and binoculars if available. A limited number of binoculars are available for loan with a photo ID. \nThe walk will be conducted at a leisurely pace\, covering approximately one mile. We will gather in front of the visitor center\, and the duration of the walk will typically range from 1.5 to 2 hours\, depending on our observations. We look forward to sharing this delightful experience with you!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/saturday-morning-bird-walk-at-kenilworth/
LOCATION:Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens\, 1550 Anacostia Ave\, NE\, Washington DC\, 20019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T210000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260601T173947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T175338Z
UID:10004436-1780686000-1780693200@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Music in the Meadow
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Friends of the National Arboretum) Get in the groove at our first Music in the Meadow concert of the year! Experience the soulful melodies and smooth vocals of the Sirius Company band\, who will perform a medley of classic R&B and go-go music. Plus\, take your pick of delicious offerings from food trucks on site! \nThis outdoor concert is a celebration of D.C. teachers\, who inspire and empower students every day.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/music-in-the-meadow/
LOCATION:U.S. National Arboretum\, 24th & R St NE\, Washington DC\, 20002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Outdoor Experience,Performance
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260531T224252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T224252Z
UID:10004413-1780653600-1780660800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Acoustic Ecology at USBG
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (US Botanic Garden) Want to know more about how plants shape soundscapes? Drop by the Garden Court to talk with Dr. Heather Spence\, Acoustic Ecologist\, Musician/Composer. You’ll learn about acoustic ecology\, sound-based research\, and dive into how a fruit’s water content affects its relationship to sound. Bring your questions and connect with plant science professionals in this Expert Is In program. \nThis program is offered as part of a partnership with the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Science and Technology Policy Fellowship Alumni Program.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/acoustic-ecology-at-usbg/
LOCATION:US Botanic Garden\, 100 Maryland Ave SW\, Washington DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Nature Observation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T110000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260602T002209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T002529Z
UID:10004458-1780651800-1780657200@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Guided Forest Bathing at Hillwood
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Hillwood) Slow down\, awaken your senses\, and connect with nature as you experience a forest bathing walk in Hillwood’s gardens and grounds with certified forest bathing guide Ana Ka’ahanui. Inspired by the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku (which translates to “absorbing the forest atmosphere”)\, forest bathing is a research-based activity designed to promote health and well-being through immersion in natural settings. \nParticipants will be guided on a soothing stroll through the spring gardens at a slow pace. They will be invited to participate in gentle activities designed to engage their senses and tune into the sounds\, smells\, textures\, and sights of nature around them. ​
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/guided-forest-bathing-at-hillwood/
LOCATION:Hillwood Estate\, 4155 Linnean Avenue\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contemplative,Outdoor Experience,Wellness
GEO:38.9436253;-77.0526371
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260524T202706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T202706Z
UID:10004402-1780650000-1780671600@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:The Butterfly Experience
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) A world of wonder takes flight as Montgomery Parks’ popular Butterfly Experience returns to Brookside Gardens. Visitors will be surrounded by hundreds of brilliant butterflies from the Americas\, Africa\, and Asia as they flutter among vibrant\, lush tropical blooms. This intimate experience offers rare\, up-close encounters while trained staff and volunteers highlight the stages of metamorphosis\, the important role butterflies play in healthy ecosystems\, and how to ensure these beautiful insects thrive in our own gardens. \nButterfly Experience runs through September 7th.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/the-butterfly-experience/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallan Avenue\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Nature Observation,Wildlife
GEO:39.0581511;-77.0373745
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T103000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260309T132812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T132812Z
UID:10004191-1780648200-1780655400@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:An Immersion in Nature: Japanese Forest Bathing in Rock Creek Park
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Smithsonian Associates) Experience forest bathing as Melanie Choukas-Bradley\, a certified nature and forest-therapy guide and author of Wild Walking—A Guide to Forest Bathing Through the Seasons and A Year in Rock Creek Park\, leads a 2-hour walk along a scenic stretch of Rock Creek in the nation’s oldest urban national park. Move slowly to soak up the beauty of the flowing creek and the lush June greens of the bountiful trees. Focus on the sights\, sounds\, and woodsy fragrances of Rock Creek Park\, letting go of cares while slowly exploring the surroundings through all senses. This restorative celebration of the beauty of late spring in the wooded heart of the nation’s capital is the perfect way to learn why forest bathing is becoming popular all over the world. \nParticipants receive a signed copy of Wild Walking—A Guide to Forest Bathing Through the Seasons.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/an-immersion-in-nature-japanese-forest-bathing-in-rock-creek-park-2/
CATEGORIES:Contemplative,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260602T015956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T015956Z
UID:10004478-1780596000-1780599600@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Yoga on the Magnolia Terrace
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (NOVA Parks) Join an instructor-led hour-long Yoga Class on Carlyle House’s Magnolia Terrace. This is a gentle flow yoga class\, where we will build heat with sun salutations then progress to balance\, deep stretching and finally relaxation. Please bring water\, a towel\, and a yoga mat. Wear comfortable yoga wear.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/yoga-on-the-magnolia-terrace/
LOCATION:Carlyle House Historic Park\, 121 N. Fairfax Street\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contemplative,Fitness,Wellness
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260512T170256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T170256Z
UID:10004370-1780596000-1780599600@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Anacostia River Discovery Boat Tour
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Anacostia Watershed Society) Join the Anacostia Watershed Society for a 1-hour Anacostia River Discovery Series boat tour to explore the ecological and historical changes that have occurred in the river and in the communities around the river. We will have the opportunity to witness some of the restoration of river habitats and how it has caused the rebound of the wildlife.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/anacostia-river-discovery-boat-tour-7/
LOCATION:Bladensburg Waterfront Park\, 4601 Annapolis Rd\, Blaidensburg\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Experience,Tour,Watershed Ecology
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T173000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260601T024606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T024606Z
UID:10004432-1780567200-1780594200@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Exhibit: The Art of Truman Low
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Smithsonian) View the first major retrospective of the acclaimed Hoocąk (Ho-Chunk) artist: Water’s Edge: The Art of Truman Lowe. Lowe’s elegant\, minimalist sculptures made of willow branches\, feathers\, and other organic materials evoke the rivers\, streams\, and waterfalls of the Wisconsin woodlands where he was raised and the canoes used to traverse them.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/exhibit-the-art-of-truman-low/
LOCATION:National Museum of the American Indian\, Fourth Street & Independence Ave. SW\, Washington\, DC\, 20560
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibit,Nature Observation
GEO:38.8875786;-77.0175504
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T103000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260309T132629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T132629Z
UID:10004190-1780561800-1780569000@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:An Immersion in Nature: Japanese Forest Bathing in Rock Creek Park
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Smithsonian Associates) Experience forest bathing as Melanie Choukas-Bradley\, a certified nature and forest-therapy guide and author of Wild Walking—A Guide to Forest Bathing Through the Seasons and A Year in Rock Creek Park\, leads a 2-hour walk along a scenic stretch of Rock Creek in the nation’s oldest urban national park. Move slowly to soak up the beauty of the flowing creek and the lush June greens of the bountiful trees. Focus on the sights\, sounds\, and woodsy fragrances of Rock Creek Park\, letting go of cares while slowly exploring the surroundings through all senses. This restorative celebration of the beauty of late spring in the wooded heart of the nation’s capital is the perfect way to learn why forest bathing is becoming popular all over the world. \nParticipants receive a signed copy of Wild Walking—A Guide to Forest Bathing Through the Seasons.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/an-immersion-in-nature-japanese-forest-bathing-in-rock-creek-park/
CATEGORIES:Contemplative,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260524T204809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T204809Z
UID:10004412-1780480800-1780488000@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Therapeutic Kayaking
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join our new Therapeutic Recreation Kayaking Program for a fun\, inclusive experience on the calm waters of Little Seneca Lake. Participants with disabilities will learn kayaking skills like basic strokes\, boat control\, and more taught by certified instructors. Our trained staff will ensure a safe and enjoyable program. Each registered participant can bring one guest by answering the custom question during registration. Ages 18+.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/therapeutic-kayaking/
LOCATION:Black Hill Discovery Center\, 20926 Lake Ridge Drive\, Boyds\, MD\, 20841\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Water Sport,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T173000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260512T171824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T171824Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Recovering Our Night Skies
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Smithsonian Natural History Museum) Artificial lights have become such common nighttime fixtures that we take them for granted. But what do brighter nights mean for people and wildlife? The effects of light pollution go beyond our diminishing view of the stars\, but the solutions can have an immediate impact. \nThrough over 100 photographs\, nearly 250 objects\, interactive experiences\, tactile models\, and a theater program\, discover why dark nights matter\, rekindle your connection with the night sky\, and consider how much light at night is enough—for whom\, for what purpose\, and who gets to decide? \nOn view through December 2026.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/exhibit-recovering-our-night-skies-5/
LOCATION:Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History\, 1000 Madison Drive NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20560\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T100000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260524T154513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T154630Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Morning Bird Walk at Kenilworth
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) We invite you to join National Park Service volunteer and expert birder Molly Hermann for an engaging bird walk at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens. This event is open to all\, including those new to birding. We encourage participants to bring water\, sunscreen\, and binoculars if available. A limited number of binoculars are available for loan with a photo ID. \nThe walk will be conducted at a leisurely pace\, covering approximately one mile. We will gather in front of the visitor center\, and the duration of the walk will typically range from 1.5 to 2 hours\, depending on our observations. We look forward to sharing this delightful experience with you!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/tuesday-morning-bird-walk-at-kenilworth/
LOCATION:Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens\, 1550 Anacostia Ave\, NE\, Washington DC\, 20019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260524T204232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T204232Z
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SUMMARY:Bats & Beavers Cruise
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join us for a sunset cruise aboard the pontoon boat. We’ll search for beaver lodges and feeding sites\, and hopefully see some beavers! As the sun sets\, we’ll use our bat detector to help us find feeding bats. Please register and pay for all participants. You may want to bring a jacket or sweater as it is often cooler on the boat. Meet at the pontoon boat dock\, by the boat rentals. Ages 6+.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/bats-beavers-cruise/
LOCATION:Black Hill Discovery Center\, 20926 Lake Ridge Drive\, Boyds\, MD\, 20841\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T090000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260524T154156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T154156Z
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SUMMARY:Monday Morning Birdwalk at Huntley Meadows
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Friends of Huntley Meadows) The Monday Morning Bird Walk is sponsored by the Friends of Huntley Meadows Park and takes place every Monday at 7 a.m. April through September. Following the walk\, members of the group gather at the nearby Denny’s for breakfast and to compile the morning’s bird list. All are welcome. \n 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/monday-morning-birdwalk-at-huntley-meadows-5/
LOCATION:Huntley Meadows\, 3701 Lockheed Blvd\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22306\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
GEO:38.75372;-77.109302
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260524T153905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T153905Z
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SUMMARY:Animal Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Arlington Parks) Meet one of the Animal Ambassadors that live at Gulf Branch Nature Center and learn their histories and how they came to live here with us. Find out fun and interesting facts and stories about these amazing animals. Families.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/animal-meet-greet/
LOCATION:Gulf Branch Nature Center & Park\, 3608 Military Rd\, Arlington\, VA\, 22207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T180000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260512T201555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T201555Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Growing Together
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Smithsonian Gardens) Nine exhibits across Smithsonian Gardens around the National Mall hold history and memories\, tell American stories\, and carry culture through food growing and seed saving. The exhibition also introduces gardens as places of wellbeing\, connection\, and innovation—from horticultural therapy to the powerful role trees play in ecosystems and in cities.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/exhibit-growing-together-4/
LOCATION:National Mall\, 1750 Independence Avenue Southwest\, Wasington DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Gardens,Natural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T123000
DTSTAMP:20260603T113840
CREATED:20260524T153618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T153618Z
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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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