Orchid Origami

Long Branch Nature Center & Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Did you know there are more than 50 species of orchid found in Virginia? Come learn about the bizarre and diverse orchid family, with its 30,000 species in total. We will focus on the orchids found in northern Virginia. After learning about these amazing native plants, we will use the Smithsonian's "Orchid-gami" sheets to cut and fold ...

$7

Orchid Origami

Long Branch Nature Center & Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Did you know there are more than 50 species of orchid found in Virginia? Come learn about the bizarre and diverse orchid family, with its 30,000 species in total. We will focus on the orchids found in northern Virginia. After learning about these amazing native plants, we will use the Smithsonian’s “Orchid-gami” sheets to cut and fold ...

$7

Night Hike and Cocoa at Huntley Meadows

Huntley Meadows 3701 Lockheed Blvd, Alexandria, VA, United States

(VA) (Friends of Huntley Meadows) Sip hot cocoa and join a naturalist for a special winter wonder wetland tour after dark. We will look for signs and listen for sounds of beavers, owls, deer and other nocturnal winter animals. Participants are encouraged to bring their own mug to help us reduce waste.  Ages 4 to Adult.  

$10

Night Hike and Cocoa at Huntley Meadows

Huntley Meadows 3701 Lockheed Blvd, Alexandria, VA, United States

(VA) (Friends of Huntley Meadows) Sip hot cocoa and join a naturalist for a special winter wonder wetland tour after dark. We will look for signs and listen for sounds of beavers, owls, deer and other nocturnal winter animals. Participants are encouraged to bring their own mug to help us reduce waste.  Ages 4 to Adult.  

$10

Waterfowl Viewing at Black Hill

Black Hill Nature Programs2 20926 Lake Ridge Dr, United States

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join a naturalist on the deck of the Discovery Center to watch the waterfowl on Little Seneca Lake. Then we’ll take a short walk to the bird blind for a closer look. We can provide binoculars and scopes but bring your own if you have them. Ages 18+

$12

Waterfowl Viewing at Black Hill

Black Hill Nature Programs2 20926 Lake Ridge Dr, United States

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join a naturalist on the deck of the Discovery Center to watch the waterfowl on Little Seneca Lake. Then we’ll take a short walk to the bird blind for a closer look. We can provide binoculars and scopes but bring your own if you have them. Ages 18+

$12

Solstice at Locust Grove

Locust Grove Nature Center 7777 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda, MD, United States

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Let’s light up the night on one of the shortest days of the year. We’ll take a moment to slow down, reflect, and give thanks during a busy holiday season. Choose a guided activity in our meditation labyrinth, then warm up by the campfire and toast a marshmallow. This program is repeated through the evening. Select a ...

Free

Solstice at Locust Grove

Locust Grove Nature Center 7777 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda, MD, United States

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Let’s light up the night on one of the shortest days of the year. We’ll take a moment to slow down, reflect, and give thanks during a busy holiday season. Choose a guided activity in our meditation labyrinth, then warm up by the campfire and toast a marshmallow. This program is repeated through the evening. Select a ...

Free

First of Winter Sunrise Walk

Long Branch Nature Center & Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) As the first full day of winter, the sky will be dark, but the days will be getting longer. With it, the hope for warmer weather to come. Come search the forest for the plants and animals who struggle to stay warm on the shortest day of the year. Hot water, cocoa and tea will be provided. ...

$5

First of Winter Sunrise Walk

Long Branch Nature Center & Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) As the first full day of winter, the sky will be dark, but the days will be getting longer. With it, the hope for warmer weather to come. Come search the forest for the plants and animals who struggle to stay warm on the shortest day of the year. Hot water, cocoa and tea will be provided. ...

$5

Happy Noon Year’s Eve

Meadowside Nature Center 5100 Meadowside Lane, Rockville, MD, United States

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Happy “Noon” Year’s Eve! Does your bedtime arrive before midnight, but you still want to celebrate the New Year? Then join us as we engage in fun-filled activities leading up to mid-day. Bring your favorite juice drink to toast to the New Year and we will provide the activities and a small snack.

$7

Happy Noon Year’s Eve

Meadowside Nature Center 5100 Meadowside Lane, Rockville, MD, United States

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Happy “Noon” Year’s Eve! Does your bedtime arrive before midnight, but you still want to celebrate the New Year? Then join us as we engage in fun-filled activities leading up to mid-day. Bring your favorite juice drink to toast to the New Year and we will provide the activities and a small snack.

$7
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