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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T090000
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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-10/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallan Avenue\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Nature Observation,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T203250Z
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SUMMARY:Litter Cleanup at 630 West
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Join Rock Creek Conservancy\, the National Park Service\, and Stream Team Leader Henry Clark for a litter removal restoration event in Rock Creek Park. Trash is the visible form of stormwater pollution\, a major threat to water quality and park health and its removal makes the parklands cleaner\, safer\, and more beautiful for all.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/litter-cleanup-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:20260809T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T173000
DTSTAMP:20260802T010016Z
CREATED:20260802T010016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260802T010016Z
UID:10004649-1786291200-1786296600@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Insect Photo Walk
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Arlington Parks) Capture a butterfly with your camera! We’ll learn about the Tiger Swallowtail butterfly\, Virginia’s State Insect and look for this species and other butterflies on our walk in the park. Photography guidance will be provided. Park Naturalist is bilingual (English/Spanish).
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/insect-photo-walk/
LOCATION:Long Branch Nature Center & Park\, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd\, Arlington\, VA\, 22204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Nature Observation,Photography
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T120000
DTSTAMP:20260706T155558Z
CREATED:20260706T155558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T155558Z
UID:10004535-1786356000-1786363200@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Fruit to Poop: A Seed's Journey
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (US Botanic Garden) What’s the connection between fruit and poop? Join Lilly to explore how plants and animals help each other and the relationship between plants making fruit and animals eating that fruit in this drop-in program for families. Think and learn about what makes a fruit a fruit\, why fruits tend to taste sweet\, and why it benefits plants when animals eat their fruits.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/fruit-to-poop-a-seeds-journey-2/
LOCATION:US Botanic Garden\, 100 Maryland Ave SW\, Washington DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Family,Gardening for Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T130000
DTSTAMP:20260809T191727Z
CREATED:20260809T191451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260809T191727Z
UID:10004676-1786359600-1786366800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Mussel Maintenance with AWS
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Anacostia Watershed Society) Help AWS maintain freshwater mussel baskets  at the Bladensburg Waterfront Park. During this workday we will be counting and organizing hatchery-raised mussels in culturing baskets as well as cleaning and maintaining the baskets. In 2018 AWS started this mussel propagation project to enhance populations and increase their water filtration capacity to help clean the Anacostia River. \nThis event will involve lifting\, bending\, and walking.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/mussel-maintenance-at-bladensburg-waterfront/
LOCATION:Bladensburg Waterfront Park\, 4601 Annapolis Rd\, Blaidensburg\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Stewardship,Volunteering,Watershed Ecology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T120000
DTSTAMP:20260809T185247Z
CREATED:20260809T185247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260809T185247Z
UID:10004671-1786528800-1786536000@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Kingman & Heritage Islands Site Walk on Education and Ecology
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (District Department of Energy and Environment) The DC Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) invites you to participate in a site walk for the Kingman & Heritage Islands Trails and Amenities Design Project. \nThe day will begin with a guided walk through the project area\, allowing participants to experience the islands’ natural features firsthand while learning about existing conditions and opportunities. This site walk is part of the Pre-Design Phase of a two-year design period. Later in the afternoon\, we will hold an in-person charrette on Education and Ecology. You do not need to attend both events\, but you are welcome to. (See the separate Eventbrite page.)
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/kingman-heritage-islands-site-walk-on-education-and-ecology/
LOCATION:Kingman Island _RFK Lot 6\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Experience,Seminars and Lectures,Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T193000
DTSTAMP:20260714T191211Z
CREATED:20260714T191211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T191211Z
UID:10004584-1786559400-1786563000@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Solar Eclipse Gong Bathing at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Friends of the National Arboretum) Immerse yourself in a transformative meditative journey of full moon gong bathing at the National Arboretum. This event is part of FONA’s Wellness Wednesday series\, hosted all summer long during summer evening hours. \nDuring this meditative experience led by Naoco Wowsugi\, gongs resonate with rich vibrations\, creating a soothing soundscape that washes over you. Participants lie comfortably while the resonant tones penetrate the mind and body\, helping to release tension\, enhance emotional well-being\, and foster a sense of inner peace.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/solar-eclipse-gong-bathing-at-the-arboretum/
LOCATION:U.S. National Arboretum\, 24th & R St NE\, Washington DC\, 20002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mindfulness,Music,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T110000
DTSTAMP:20260811T224806Z
CREATED:20260811T224806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T224806Z
UID:10004698-1786615200-1786618800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Gentle Yoga at Brookside
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) These series of classes feature foundational yoga poses that are designed to support better breathing\, walking\, and space orientation. Yoga movements help build muscle\, bone density and core strength while improving balance\, posture\, and flexibility. Mats are not included. \nInstructor: Sherry Weber \n 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/gentle-yoga-at-brookside-2/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallan Avenue\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Fitness,Mindfulness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T190000
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CREATED:20260715T003803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T003803Z
UID:10004609-1786644000-1786647600@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Anacostia River Discovery Boat Tour
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Anacostia Watershed Society) Join the Anacostia Watershed Society for a 1-hour Anacostia River 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-9/
LOCATION:Bladensburg Waterfront Park\, 4601 Annapolis Rd\, Blaidensburg\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Experience,Tour,Watershed Ecology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T200000
DTSTAMP:20260811T224948Z
CREATED:20260811T224948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T224948Z
UID:10004699-1786645800-1786651200@capitalnature.org
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-4/
LOCATION:Black Hill Discovery Center\, 20926 Lake Ridge Drive\, Boyds\, MD\, 20841\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
GEO:39.1925249;-77.2961381
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T100000
DTSTAMP:20260811T225239Z
CREATED:20260811T225239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T225239Z
UID:10004700-1786694400-1786701600@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Weed Warrior Workday at Sligo Creek
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join Montgomery Parks & Friends of Sligo Creek at a volunteer park cleanup & weed warrior workday! Help beautify your community green spaces and save the trees! Ages 16 +
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/weed-warrior-workday-at-sligo-creek-4/
LOCATION:Sligo Creek Stream Valley Park\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Stewardship,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T120000
DTSTAMP:20260802T010248Z
CREATED:20260802T010248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260802T010248Z
UID:10004650-1786701600-1786708800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Habitat Restoration at Gulf Branch
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Arlington Parks) Join us at Gulf Branch to Improve habitat\, meet fellow do-gooders\, get exercise\, and learn about native plants and wildlife all while making a difference in the great outdoors! Adults\, teens\, and families ages 8 and up. If you have your own garden gloves and tools\, please bring them along. Ages 9 and up.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/habitat-restoration-at-gulf-branch/
LOCATION:Gulf Branch Nature Center & Park\, 3608 Military Rd\, Arlington\, VA\, 22207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Stewardship,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T130000
DTSTAMP:20260809T191649Z
CREATED:20260809T191649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260809T191649Z
UID:10004677-1786705200-1786712400@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Mussel Maintenance with AWS
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Anacostia Watershed Society) Help AWS maintain freshwater mussel baskets  at the Bladensburg Waterfront Park. During this workday we will be counting and organizing hatchery-raised mussels in culturing baskets as well as cleaning and maintaining the baskets. In 2018 AWS started this mussel propagation project to enhance populations and increase their water filtration capacity to help clean the Anacostia River. \nThis event will involve lifting\, bending\, and walking.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/mussel-maintenance-with-aws/
LOCATION:Bladensburg Waterfront Park\, 4601 Annapolis Rd\, Blaidensburg\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Stewardship,Volunteering,Watershed Ecology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T110000
DTSTAMP:20260714T191310Z
CREATED:20260714T191310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T191310Z
UID:10004585-1786784400-1786791600@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Summer Bird Walk at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Friends of the National Arboretum) Join us for a summer bird walk through the U.S. National Arboretum led by experienced guides from the DC Bird Alliance. The Arboretum’s 451 acres of green space provide a unique ecosystem within the city to find a variety of birds. On this bird walk\, you’ll not only spot birds — you’ll also learn about local bird populations\, bird behavior\, and identification tips!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/summer-bird-walk-at-the-arboretum-2/
LOCATION:US National Arboretum\, 3501 New York Ave NE\, Washington DC\, 20002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T103000
DTSTAMP:20260810T021932Z
CREATED:20260810T021932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T021932Z
UID:10004685-1786786200-1786789800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Beatrix Farrand’s Dumbarton Oaks
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Beatrix Farrand is considered the first commercially successful woman landscape architect in the United States. Dumbarton Oaks Park in Georgetown is one of her enduring legacies. Come explore her creation with park rangers and learn how her design philosophy and unique vision helped shape this landscape\, how that vision was nearly lost\, and how the NPS and Dumbarton Oaks Park Conservancy are working to see that vision reimplemented today.  
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/beatrix-farrands-dumbarton-oaks/
LOCATION:Dumbarton Oaks Park\, Lover's Lane and R Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Experience,History,Tour
GEO:38.9129637;-77.0615735
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T120000
DTSTAMP:20260801T205040Z
CREATED:20260801T205040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T205040Z
UID:10004636-1786788000-1786795200@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Plant Removal at Piney Branch
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Join Rock Creek Conservancy\, the National Park Service\, and Weed Warrior Leader\, Keith Krosinsky 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-piney-branch-7/
LOCATION:Piney Branch Oasis\, 3499 Mt Pleasant St NW\, Washington\, 20010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Stewardship,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T113000
DTSTAMP:20260810T022214Z
CREATED:20260810T022214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T022214Z
UID:10004686-1786791600-1786793400@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Sound Mapping at Rock Creek Park
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Slow down and experience the park in a whole new way! In this fun\, hands-on activity for kids and adults\, participants will create a sound map by using their sense of hearing to explore the natural world. Listen for birds\, insects\, rustling leaves\, flowing water\, and other sounds that reveal what’s happening around you. By focusing on listening instead of looking\, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for nature and discover the park from a fresh perspective.  
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/sound-mapping-at-rock-creek-park/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Nature Center\, 5200 Glover Rd NW\, Washington\, 20015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Nature Observation
GEO:38.9599553;-77.0516936
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T180000
DTSTAMP:20260811T225454Z
CREATED:20260811T225454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T225454Z
UID:10004701-1786811400-1786816800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Art in Nature: Journaling for Kids
DESCRIPTION:(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 your own. Nature walks will be apart of this program so participants should be able to walk on natural surface trails\, which may have some steep inclines. Each month there will be a different theme with each session\, for March we will focus on skulls\, scat and tracks  Ages 8-15.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/art-in-nature-journaling-for-kids-2/
LOCATION:Locust Grove Nature Center\, 7777 Democracy Blvd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20817\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Children,Literary,Nature Observation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T220000
DTSTAMP:20260810T023615Z
CREATED:20260810T023615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T023615Z
UID:10004687-1786825800-1786831200@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Summer Night Sky Observation
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Exploring the Sky is a joint program between the National Capital Astronomers (NCA) and the National Park Service. The program is free and all are welcome who have an interest in observing the night sky.  \nVisitors can come to the corner of Glover and Military Roads in the District and join the NCA to observe sky. The program is free and all are welcome who have an interest in observing the night sky. It’s not an ideal dark sky location but we can still see solar system objects (even the occasional comet)\, open and globular clusters and maybe a distant galaxy or two. 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/summer-night-sky-observation/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Park Picnic Grove #13\, 38.959496\, -77.053481\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Nature Observation
GEO:38.9072873;-77.0369274
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