(MD) (Nature Forward) Location: 3rd parking lot upriver at Carderock, MD Ever wanted to learn more about your local trees? Take a deep dive into tree identification, habitat, and ecology all around the parking lot off the tow path. Join our tree-hugging leader for an introduction to the many trees and habitats that surround the parking lot. Easy, level terrain ...
(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) (1-3 yrs.) Explore nature through sight, sound, smell and touch. Programs include indoor and outdoor activities. Adult must be able to participate with children. Topics vary by season. A second Nature Tots session starts at 11:00
(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) (5-Adult) Join us for an evening campfire the whole family can enjoy. Explore the wonders of our natural world through nature walks, interactive activities and animal presentations. Includes s’mores. Topics vary by date. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
(MD) (Nature Forward) Immerse yourself in the phenomenon of spring migration with these field programs at nearby parks. Our walks are aimed at beginning and intermediate birders for whom the spring pulse of bird activity can often be overwhelming. We’ll search for both resident and migrating birds by sight and sound. As we develop skills for finding birds in the ...
(DC) (Tregaron Conservancy) Join birding expert Sam Krause on a walk to look and listen for Tregaron’s resident and visiting birds. Bring binoculars if you would like. The event is free of charge, but registration is required via this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/meet-the-birds-of-tregaron-registration-895344588767?aff=oddtdtcreator The group will gather at 8:00 am sharp at our street-side entrance at 3100 Macomb Street NW.
(VA) (Audubon Society of Northern VA) Join us for a summer morning walk around Potomac Overlook Park! Newer and seasoned birders welcome. Your birding guide is John Colpoys, an avid birder and experienced bird walk leader.
(MD) (Nature Forward) Join expert naturalists on a leisurely walk through the habitats at Woodend. Explore the wonders of trees, meadows, streams, insects, birds, and everything Woodend has to offer! We look forward to seeing you at Woodend! FREE Acompáñenos para una caminata en Woodend, guiada por nuestros naturalistas para explorar la maravilla de la naturaleza—los arboles, pájaros, insectos y ...
(VA) (NOVA Parks/Kindred Nature) Experience forest bathing to connect more deeply with nature, release stress, and enjoy summer in the gardens! Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, forest bathing is a way to immerse your senses in the natural world. Slow down, relax, and join certified forest bathing guide Ilana Rubin of Kindred Nature for a guided slow wander ...
(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.
(VA) (Arcadia Center for Sustainable Food and Agriculture) Come get your hands dirty, learn about sustainable agriculture, and help grow vegetables for neighbors who have a hard time getting access to affordable, nutritious food! You'll weed, hoe, plant, sometimes even harvest at Arcadia Farm at Woodlawn -- acres that once belonged to George Washington himself!
(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) (4-Adult) Join a naturalist to learn about various nature topics that relate to the lake depending on the season. Then go on a scavenger hunt adventure to find different related objects around the lake and collect a small themed prize.
(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) (12-Adult) Join artist and naturalist Margaret Wohler to learn about Huntley's nocturnal engineers by studying and drawing the tracks and traces they leave behind. We will learn about the lives of beavers, have a little basic drawing instruction and then go hiking to find signs of beaver activity. All art materials provided.
