Capital Nature

(DC) (DC Bird Alliance) Join us for a bird walk of Roosevelt Island. See you outside!

(DC) (National Gallery of Art) Experience the wonder of nature through the eyes of artists. During the dawn of European natural history in the 16th and 17th centuries, advancements in scientific technology, trade, and colonial expansion allowed naturalists to study previously unknown and overlooked insects, animals, and other beestjes, or “little beasts.” A delight for all ages, this exhibition features ...

(MD) (Mycological Society of Washington) Join us for a day of forays and fun at Brookside Gardens Sunday October 12, from 12 pm to 5 pm. Open to the general public, the 2025 MAW Mushroom Fair will feature several mushroom-themed demonstrations, including a walkthrough of interesting mushroom specimens by our club’s expert identifiers, spore microscopy, mycelial sculpting, mushroom cultivation and ...

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join James, Weed Warrior Supervisor, for a non-native, invasive plant removal workday in Long Branch Stream Valley Unit 1 (between Piney Branch Rd and Carroll Ave), in Takoma Park, MD. More details, including the exact meeting location, will be emailed to you after you register. We will focus on non-native, invasive vines, especially porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. ...

(MD) (DC Bird Alliance) We're getting together with the Montgomery Bird Club (MBC) for a different kind of birding ... a bird sit! Grab your lawn chairs and your blankets and we'll observe all the birds we can from 8AM to noon while sitting or standing in a 17-foot diameter circle. Drop in for a while or stay the whole ...

(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.  

(DC) (Dumbarton Oaks Park Conservancy) Help DOPC conserve and restore this jewel in the middle of the city in DC.

(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Join Rock Creek Conservancy, the National Park Service, and Rock Creek Weed Warrior Leader Kathy Sykes 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. This event is part of an ...

(VA) (NOVA Parks) Capture the colors of the season in this new nature art class just for adults! Participants will have the opportunity to learn a little more about the different types of hardwood trees that call Potomac Overlook home, then use some of their fallen leaves to create unique mono-prints using gel plates and acrylic paint.

(MD) (Montgomery County) The 2025 H2O Summit is a dynamic event that brings together environmental professionals and advocates from across the county.  This event offers a unique opportunity to learn from leading local experts in various fields, connect with like-minded individuals to advance protections for our precious water resources, and explore innovative ways to make our waterways more resilient.

(DC) (Hillwood) The fall garden shines as plantings, accented by tens-of-thousands of chrysanthemums, begin to transition from the bright growth of summer to fall colors. Jessica Bonilla, director of horticulture, highlights her favorite fall features and first-hand stories of practical gardening lessons. Tickets are distributed at the Ellen MacNeille Charles Visitor Center upon opening each day. This forty-five-minute tour is ...

(DC) (Anacostia Watershed Society) Volunteers will join AWS for a wild freshwater mussel survey at Kenilworth Lake! We will be walking in mud that can be very mucky in waders (AWS can provide you with a pair if you don't have your own). If you're not comfortable walking in mud using waders, we recommend joining us at a different event. ...

(VA) (Northern Virginia Bird Alliance) Federal, State and local government authorities charged with conservation of our biodiversity and natural resources have limited means, which forces them to prioritize their interventions. The same applies for NGOs, foundations and private organizations that are active in conservation. Geographical Information Systems (GIS) are an important tool for spatial targeting of conservation efforts. However, using ...

(MD) (Anacostia Watershed Society) Join Anacostia Watershed Society, Akiima Price, and Fred Tutman for an evening of community and conversation about the Black legacies and futures of both the Anacostia and Patuxent Rivers. The conversation will be moderated by Lindsay Allen, AWS’ Community Outreach Manager. Light snacks and drinks will be provided.

(DC) (Casey Trees) Join us for one of our first plantings of the season at Mount Olivet Cemetery with Forbright Bank! You provide the volunteers, we provide all the necessary tools and supplies to plant the trees. Participants will receive a hands-on training on site. After learning the tools and techniques, participants will be split up into groups supervised by ...

(DMV) (Wild Ones) Join Wild Ones for a free webinar, “Next Steps for Nature,” featuring the renowned Doug Tallamy. This webinar builds on Tallamy’s newest book, How Can I Help?: Saving Nature with Your Yard, offering real-world solutions to the challenges people face when turning their landscapes into functional ecosystems. Doug Tallamy addresses 500 of the most frequently asked questions ...

(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 ...

(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 ...

(DC) (Hillwood) The fall garden shines as plantings, accented by tens-of-thousands of chrysanthemums, begin to transition from the bright growth of summer to fall colors. Jessica Bonilla, director of horticulture, highlights her favorite fall features and first-hand stories of practical gardening lessons. Tickets are distributed at the Ellen MacNeille Charles Visitor Center upon opening each day. This forty-five-minute tour is ...

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Kids love being out in nature and through journaling they can learn how to connect with nature even more. Join a naturalist to learn how to truly observe nature around you and how to get those observations and thoughts on paper. After a guided session, you will have the opportunity to create a nature journal entry on ...

(VA) (NOVA Parks) Discover the magic of moths at MOTHtober FEST! Experience a unique nighttime adventure celebrating these fascinating nocturnal pollinators with Roving Naturalist Matt Felperin and Ana Ka'ahanui of Capital Nature. Using bed sheets and black lights, we’ll attract, observe, and identify a variety of moths while learning why these, often-overlooked, insects are vital to our ecosystems.

(DC) (Canal Trust) Spend your weekend with us in the eastern part of the park and make a difference. The C&O Canal National Historical Park follows the Potomac River for 184.5 miles between Georgetown and Cumberland and is one of the most visited national park sites in the country. The C&O Canal Trust is the park’s official nonprofit partner, committed to supporting ...

(DC) (Casey Trees) Join the Hyattsville Tree Stewards and the City of Hyattsville to remove Invasive Vines around the neighborhood. We will meet at Heurich Park and spend 30 minutes doing training. From there we will break into pairs and head to a list of pre-surveyed residences in the area to offer vine removal for residents. We may also drop ...

(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Please join Rock Creek Conservancy and the National Park Service, and for our cleanup of the Carter Barron amphitheater. We will remove debris, paint, clear leaf litter, weed, sweep, and trim back invasive plants, helping preserve the amphitheater while it awaits future restoration. This is a unique opportunity to get a 'behind the scenes' look at ...

(DC) (Friends of Anacostia Park) Join Friends of Anacostia Park in supporting a clean and vibrant Park for all who visit! Meet Grounds Lead Mr. Wayne at the Anacostia Park Skating Pavilion, every 3rd Saturday of the Month June - October. The event will run from 10 AM - 12 PM. Projects vary, all supplies are provided. Typical activities include ...

(MD) (Nature Forward) Join Forest Bathing guide Ana Ka’ahanui from Capital Nature in a soothing exploration and mindfulness walk through the forests at Woodend. Awaken your senses to Fall, connect to the present moment, and support your mental health and wellbeing.