Powhatan People on the Land

Fort C.F. Smith Park 2411 24th St N, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Ever wonder how people lived off the land in the mid-Atlantic? Come learn about the Powhatan people who made Virginia their home. We'll learn what language they spoke, the foods they ate, the clothes they wore and how they survived. Adults.

$6

Botanical Gardens: A World Tour (Virtual)

(DC) (Smithsonian Associates) Indulge in a colorful midwinter escape as naturalist and botanical horticulturist Keith Tomlinsonleads a series of virtual visits that highlight the beauty of notable botanical gardens on the East and West Coasts of the United States, Morocco, and Germany. Vibrant visuals illustrate how each site takes a unique approach to design and interpretation as they all celebrate ...

$25 – $30

Monday Morning Birdwalk at Huntley Meadows

Huntley Meadows 3701 Lockheed Blvd, Alexandria, VA, United States

(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 8 a.m. 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.  

Free

Shape the Future of Your Watersheds: Oxon Run

Hillcrest Heights Community Center 2300 Oxon Run Drive, Oxon Hill, United States

(MD) (Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments) Learn how Blue-Green Infrastructure (BGl) can reduce flooding, create greener spaces, & boost recreation in your community. Discover how Blue-Green Infrastructure (BI) can help improve your community's flood resilience and environmental health. At this family-friendly workshop, you can have a chance to learn more about your local watershed and how you can get involved. ...

The Rewards of Container Gardening (Virtual)

(DC) (Smithsonian Associates) Karl Gercens, Longwood Gardens’ conservatory manager, explores the world of container garden design, showcasing its wide range of opportunities for decorative container use and displays. He surveys container materials; the wealth of plants that thrive in varied conditions; and offers tips on watering, fertilization, and pest and disease prevention. Photos of displays at Longwood Gardens provide inspiration ...

$25 – $30

Little Critters Nature Play (Birding)

Smithsonian's National Zoo 3001 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, United States

(DC) (National Zoo) Bring your little zoogoer for a wild time as we explore animals and nature through creative, drop-in play! Little Critters Nature Play is designed for ages 0-5 and their caregivers and families. Activities are designed with early learners in mind, but all ages are welcome. Parents and guardians must remain with their children. Find more Smithsonian cultural and nature ...

Free

Stream Team Leader Training (Virtual)

(DC) (MD) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Please join Rock Creek Conservancy for a virtual training for our Stream Team Leader program. Stream Team Leaders are dedicated volunteers that work with the Conservancy to host their own trash cleanups and stormwater engagement events, increasing stewardship actions within their communities and throughout Washington, D.C. and Montgomery County, MD. The training will take place ...

Free

Coexisting with Beavers in Wetlands (Virtual)

(VA) (Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy) In celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Dulles Greenway Wetlands Mitigation Project, Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy invites you to learn about these important wetlands and the wildlife that call them home. Join us for this fifth program in the five-part series. Alison Zak, founder and director of the Human-Beaver Coexistence Fund, will provide a brief history ...

Capital Nature