(VA) (Arlington Regional Master Naturalists) Do you like working outside? Join community volunteers in protecting the local environment from non-native invasive plants and replacing them with native plants. This is a continuing project typically held every Saturday to reclaim Potomac Overlook Regional Park from non-native invasive plants. Be sure to come dressed for work, wear long pants, long sleeves, and ...
(DC) (Dumbarton Oaks Park Conservancy) Help DOPC conserve and restore this jewel in the middle of the city in DC.
(DC) (Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens) Slow down, awaken your senses, and connect with nature as you experience a forest bathing walk in Hillwood’s gardens and grounds. 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. Participants will ...
(VA) (Norther Virginia Bird Alliance) The greatest cause of decline in bird populations is habitat loss, and an urbanized (and urbanizing) area like northern Virginia is a contributor. But there are steps we can take to help reverse that trend. That is the goal of NVBA’s Stretch Our Parks program. Come help us "stretch a park." We will remove invasive ...
(VA) (Friends of Dyke Marsh) Help protect native plants by pulling and clipping invasive plants. We will train volunteers to identify the five or so target plants. We kindly ask that you not bring pets. Invasive plants can threaten and outcompete native plants.
(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.
