(DC) (MD) (Anacostia Watershed Society) The Anacostia Watershed is home to abundant plants and animals, and it takes a village to get out and document them all. A bioblitz is a "Census of the Natural World" where over a short period of time, we will do just that! During the 8th Annual Anacostia River Bioblitz you will have opportunities to ...
(VA) (Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy) Did you know that fall is the best time to plant trees, shrubs and other perennials? A huge selection of native plants will be available from four native plant nurseries: Nature By Design, Hill House Farm & Nursery, Watermark Woods and Seven Bends Nursery. The Sale will be staffed by volunteers knowledgeable about native plants. It ...
(MD) (Forested) Tour Forested's permaculture garden that grows nutrition for people in a forest setting and conserves the environment on a 10-acre lot. Our 50 year vision is for forest garden ecosystems to sustainably supply a large portion of all food and forest products people need and use for healthy living. We have a special focus on the eastern United ...
(VA) (Virginia Native Plant Society) Are you new to native plants? New to gardening? Join Ivy for the final installment of the Native Gardening 101 series! We will discuss the importance of your garden during the fall and winter seasons and where garden maintenance fits into that. We’ll also reflect on the year and kickstart the planning phase for the ...
(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Join Rock Creek Conservancy, the National Park Service, and Stream Team Leader Zoë Abrahm 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. Event location, ...
(DC) (Rock Creek Park) Join Rock Creek Conservancy and the National Park Service 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 for a thriving native understory. More RCP events can be found here.
(DC) (MD) (Anacostia Watershed Society) Join Anacostia Watershed Society, area naturalists, and local environmental organizations for a fun-packed day of nature walks and community science at beautiful Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens. The day's events are part of the 8th Annual Anacostia River Bioblitz, which celebrates and documents the abundant life in the watershed. A bioblitz is a "Census of the Natural ...
(DC) (DC State Fair) The DC State Fair is a showcase of the District’s creative talents and a daylong celebration of all things homegrown. We work with local businesses and organizations that are committed to helping our community thrive. Among many activities, the fair will include 50+ exhibitors including local makers, community organizations, food vendors, government agencies, and universities, live ...
(VA) (Fairfax County Library) Fall is the time for planting trees! Learn how trees native to Northern Virginia support songbirds, butterflies and the rest of the living world. Presented by Plant NOVA Natives. Registration required. This is an online presentation. A Zoom link will be emailed to those who register two hours before the event. Teens and Adults.
