Maple Sugar Walk

Brookside Nature Center 1400 Glenallan Ave, Silver Spring, MD, United States

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Each February visit the Maple Grove at Brookside Nature Center and experience the uniquely North American tradition of maple sugaring! Hike with a naturalist to the grove and learn how sugar maple sap is collected and transformed into maple syrup! This is an indoor and outdoor program on natural surface trails, participants should dress for weather and ...

$7

Tree Walk at Kingman Island

Kingman and Heritage Islands Park 575 Oklahoma Ave NE, Washington DC, United States

(DC) (Casey Trees) Join Casey Trees and forester Sam Nelson for a tree-focused nature walk on Kingman Island. We’ll identify trees as we move from winter to spring, while also discussing climate change, plant philosophy, and the eco-social history of Heritage and Kingman Islands. While it will be an easy-paced walk, please note there may be muddy or uneven surfaces. ...

Free

Maple Sugar Walk

Brookside Nature Center 1400 Glenallan Ave, Silver Spring, MD, United States

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Each February visit the Maple Grove at Brookside Nature Center and experience the uniquely North American tradition of maple sugaring! Hike with a naturalist to the grove and learn how sugar maple sap is collected and transformed into maple syrup! This is an indoor and outdoor program on natural surface trails, participants should dress for weather and ...

$7

Habitat Restoration Workday at Bladensburg

Bladensburg Waterfront Park 4601 Annapolis Rd, Blaidensburg, MD, United States

(MD) (DC) (Anacostia Watershed Society) Join the Anacostia Watershed Society for a Habitat Restoration Workday along the riverside area of the Anacostia River in Bladensburg! We will focus on tree maintenance, which could include repairing tree shelters and fencing, and removing weeds/invasive plant species to allow the native trees to continue to flourish.

Free

Free a Tree Pledge

(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) You can  sign the Free-A-Tree pledge to help remove English ivy from Rock Creek watershed! English ivy, and other invasive plants, are a major threat to the health of the trees and forests throughout Rock Creek. Choose any time and date that works for you to complete this activity throughout the year. Watch the instructional video ...

Community Conservation at Langdon Park

Langdon Park Recreation Center 2901 20th St NE, Washington DC, United States

(DC) (Casey Trees) Join Casey Trees as we continue our work at Langdon Park to conserve the Forest Patch and care for young trees! Help clip back invasive species, remove vines, add mulch, and protect young trees within the forest patch. You provide the volunteers, we provide all the necessary tools and supplies to remove invasives and care for trees. ...

Free

Community Tree Care at Turkey Thicket

Turkey Thicket Recreation Center 1100 Michigan Ave NE, Washington, DC, United States

(DC) (Casey Trees) Help Casey Trees care for young trees! Your help with weeding, mulching and watering these vulnerable trees will give them a leg up in becoming an important part of our growing tree canopy. You provide the volunteers, we provide all the necessary tools and supplies to care for trees. Participants will receive a short, hands-on training on ...

Free

Invasive Plant Removal at Broad Branch

(DC) (Rock Creek Park) Join Rock Creek Conservancy, the National Park Service, and Weed Warrior Leader Kathy Sykes 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 native plants to thrive in the understory. Event location, directions, and information will be sent ...

Free

2024 Land Conservation Day: Hellbender

Hellbender Brewing 5788 2nd St NE, Washington, DC, United States

(DC) (Casey Trees) Join Casey Trees as we celebrate Land Conservation Day at Hellbender Brewing Company! 🌳 Tree Tours 🎸 Live Music 🎟 Raffles & Games 🚛 BBQ Food Truck 🛍️ Casey Trees Merch 🍺 And try the exclusive Casey Trees Serviceberry seasonal beer! Casey Trees’ land conservation program aims to restore fragmented patches of urban forest, enhance urban ecosystems ...

Community Tree Care at Takoma Recreation Center

Takoma Recreation Center 6699 4th St. NW, Washington, United States

(DC) (Casey Trees) Help Casey Trees care for young trees! Your help with weeding, mulching and watering these vulnerable trees will give them a leg up in becoming an important part of our growing tree canopy. You provide the volunteers, we provide all the necessary tools and supplies to care for trees. Participants will receive a short, hands-on training on ...

Free

Invasive Plant Removal at Broad Branch

(DC) (Rock Creek Park) Join Rock Creek Conservancy, the National Park Service, and Weed Warrior Leader Kathy Sykes 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 native plants to thrive in the understory. Event location, directions, and information will be sent ...

Free

Stewarding Trees during the Summer Heat (Virtual)

(DC) (Capital Nature) Join Capital Nature and DC Master Naturalists, with staff from Casey Trees, to hear how you can help trees make it through the increasingly hot summers in the DC area. Hear about best watering practices, how much water trees need during dry spells, how those green watering bags actually work, and the role of mulch and natural ...

Free
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