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Winter Botany Walk A: Rachel Carson Conservation Park

Rachel Carson Conservation Park 22201 Zion Road, Olney, MD, United States

(MD) (Nature Forward) Join a naturalist for an introduction to the pleasures of winter plant observation and study. Naturalist Henry David Thoreau wrote that a walk through winter’s woods, fields, and wetlands was like walking through a “cabinet of curiosities.” He described the landscape as nature’s self-made herbarium. During this season, trees and shrubs stand out against the sky with ...

$33 – $46

Saturday Morning Bird Walk

Woodend Nature Sanctuary 8940 Jones Mill Road, Chevy Chase, MD, United States

(MD) (Nature Forward) Join enthusiastic birders at Woodend to learn birding basics. One will learn binocular basics and how to identify common birds as well as explore the wonders of migration. Second registrant is FREE.

$12 – $16

Shepherd Parkway Community Cleanup

Shepherd Parkway 555 Newcomb Street SE, Washington, DC, United States

(DC) (Ward 8 Woods) Join Ward 8 Woods every second Saturday of the month to restore Shepherd Parkway by removing trash and invasive vines that are smothering the trees. Since 2011, over 2,000 volunteers have removed over 200 tons of trash from the woods and cut invasive vines from over 500 trees, but much work remains to be done.

Free

Shepherd Parkway Community Cleanup

Shepherd Parkway 555 Newcomb Street SE, Washington, DC, United States

(DC) (Ward 8 Woods) Join Ward 8 Woods every second Saturday of the month to restore Shepherd Parkway by removing trash and invasive vines that are smothering the trees. Since 2011, over 2,000 volunteers have removed over 200 tons of trash from the woods and cut invasive vines from over 500 trees, but much work remains to be done.

Free

Silent Nature Stroll

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

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Start 2024 off with a peaceful naturalist-led stroll through nature. We’ll take our time while quietly taking in the sounds, scents and sights of the winter forest.

Free

Adapted Nature Hike

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

(VA) (Arlington Parks) All are welcome to join us on a leisurely-paced hike through a park. There are restrooms at the nature center. This fun hike will be on paved trails in the forest, where we will examine and explore whatever we find along our route. The trails are accessible, smooth and shaded, but may have some hills. There will ...

Free

Camping 101

Potomac Overlook Regional Park3 2845 N. Marcey Road, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (NOVA Parks) Join us for a class that’s your intro to camping! Never been before and want to learn some of the basics? Or just want to pick up some new tips and tricks? Come and pitch a tent, make some handy knots, and build a campfire with us while we enjoy some smores! $12 per participant for ages ...

$12

Stargazing at Burke Lake Park

Burke Lake Park 7315 Ox Rd, Fairfax Station, VA, United States

(VA) (Fairfax County Park) Enjoy activities including guided star gazing, observing the night sky through the lens of a telescope, and listening to ancient stories about the constellations around a campfire. Participate in other activities and crafts as you enjoy the beauty of the night sky. 3 to Adult.

$10

Flying Squirrels Campfire

Hidden Oaks Nature Center 7701 Royce St, Annandale, VA, United States

(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Enjoy an evening around the campfire, toasting marshmallows over the embers and learn about flying squirrels that live in our area. Canceled in case of inclement weather. Children must attend with an adult and all attendees must register. 4 to Adult.

$8

MLK Cleanup at Glenmont Park

Glenmont Local Park 3201 Randolph Rd, Silver Spring, MD, United States

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join Montgomery Parks in recognizing Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service through a volunteer park cleanup. Help beautify your community green spaces, keep litter out of our streams, and protect wildlife.

Free

55+ Walk with Arlington Parks

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Stay active with friendly walking companions. We’ll explore nearby trails and neighborhoods in a safe, socially distant manner.

Free

Birding Stroll for Beginners

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

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Take a stroll around Glencarlyn Park to observe some of our winter resident birds. No experience necessary. Binoculars provided, but you're welcome to bring your own. Dress for the weather. Adults.

Free
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