Backyard Plant Identification

Long Branch Nature Center at Glencarlyn Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington

(VA) (Arlington Parks) We'll end backyard confusion by identifying native plants, trees and common invasive species in our classroom and outside in the park. Tips are presented for learning plants by leaves, bark and twigs. Bring photos from your yard or local park for identification help. Adults.

Free

Astronomy Festival at Turner Farm

The Turner Farm 925 Springvale Road, Great Falls

(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Gaze up at the autumn night sky at the Astronomy Festival at Turner Farm Park. There will be guided stargazing sessions and telescope viewing. Gather round the campfire for some ancient constellation tales, while sipping some hot chocolate. More Fairfax County nature programs can be found here.

$10

Rock Creek Gala

Rock Creek Nature Center 5200 Glover Rd NW, Washington

(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) The 2024 Rock Creek Gala will be held on Wednesday, October 16, at the Nature Center in Rock Creek Park. Join us for the very special night at the park! All proceeds go towards the mission of the Conservancy, helping to restore our forests, improve watershed health, empower future stewards, and build community around the Carter ...

$300 – $500

Mushroom Hike at Potomac Overlook

Potomac Overlook Regional Park 2845 N. Marcey Road, Arlington

(VA) (NOVA Parks) Learn about the fascinating world of the fungi kingdom and how it plays an essential role in the ecosystems of the world. Under the very ground we step on is an intricate mycelium network dubbed the "wood-wide web" that connects our forests together. This night hike is intended to help us find and view bioluminescent and bioflourescent ...

$7

Watershed Wednesday Mushroom Talk

Powder Mill Community Park 3101 Powder Mill Road Service Road, Hyattsville

(MD) (Anacostia Watershed Society) Join us for a Mushroom Night Walk with mycologist Serenella Linares. During the experience we will encourage people to use their natural night vision, or headlamps that have a red light on them. Feel free to bring your own; some headlamps/flashlights will be provided. For witnessing bioluminescence, all lights will need to be turned off. It is ...

Free
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