(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Joan Ducore, Botanical illustrator and instructor – This introductory class explores graphite, a fun and forgiving medium, through examining fall seedpods and cones. You’ll learn to observe and capture nature’s intricate details, developing essential skills to create beautiful, textured drawings. Through hands-on exercises, discover the unique forms and structures of autumn’s botanical treasures.
(DC) (Anacostia Watershed Society) Join us for free boat tours from 12 - 4 pm at Friends of Anacostia Park's October Late Skate! This annual series is co-hosted by Friends of Anacostia Park and the National Park Service offering a FREE, full day of community, resources, music, boating, and skating. We will be offering 4 free back-to-back 1-hour boat tour experiences: ...
(DC) (Friends of Anacostia park) This annual series is co-hosted by Friends of Anacostia Park and the National Park Service offering a FREE, full day of community, resources, music, boating, and skating. Follow us on social media to see each month’s list of activities. No sign up required.
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Calling all witches! Pack your potions and dust off your brooms! This Halloween season, two fan-favorite events are brewing into one unforgettable evening! Witchy Paddle is teaming up with Acoustics and Ales to conjure a festive happy hour filled with live music, tasty brews, and spooky lake views. Join us for our costumed paddle of Little Seneca ...
(VA) (NOVA Parks) As the sun meets the horizon surrounded by colorful autumn leaves, certified nature and forest therapy guide Ilana Rubin of Kindred Nature invites you to open your senses to life in the gardens. This unique evening offers a gentle way to release the day's tensions, find balance between day and night, and discover the tranquility of twilight ...
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) This Halloween season, two fan-favorite events are brewing into one unforgettable evening! Acoustics and Ales is teaming up with Witchy Paddle to conjure a festive happy hour filled with live music, tasty brews, and spooky lake views. You can choose to join us shoreside to enjoy the music, food, drinks, and the magical sight of witches paddling ...
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Connect with nature through a forest bathing walk among the beautiful fall colors. Stroll the grounds and neighboring forest at a measured pace that allows you to notice the small miracles of nature unfolding. We’ll close the walk by enjoying hot tea and healthy snacks. Instructor: Ana Ka’ahanui, certified Forest Therapy Guide
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) People of all abilities and ages are invited to celebrate Birdability Week with a fun-filled morning of birding activities! Discover the diverse bird species that call Montgomery Parks home and learn about the services provided to make your birding experiences accessible. Activities and resources provided by Montgomery Parks Program Access, Readability, Nature Forward, DC Bird Alliance, EnChroma, and ...
