(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Celebrate the first day of winter and shortest day of the year with a Park Naturalist for an outing into the forest and wetland at sunset on this December evening. We will look and listen for signs of nocturnal wildlife. Ages 5 to Adult.
(VA) (Arlington Parks) The longest night of the year is a magical time to spend in the outdoors. Listen to the whispers of wind, woods and wildlife as they survive this chilly time of year. Families.
(VA) (Arlington Parks) The longest night of the year is a magical time to spend in the outdoors. Listen to the whispers of wind, woods and wildlife as they survive this chilly time of year. Families.
(DC) (Smithsonian) Washington, D.C.’s beloved Smithsonian’s National Zoo holiday tradition is back and brighter than ever! Dozens of dazzling displays and half a million environmentally-friendly LED lights illuminate the Zoo's pathways. Visitors can stroll through immersive lantern displays showing rainforest, grassland, desert, ocean and polar habitats and the animals that call them home. Live musical performances, delicious treat offerings and ...
(DC) (Smithsonian) Washington, D.C.’s beloved Smithsonian’s National Zoo holiday tradition is back and brighter than ever! Dozens of dazzling displays and half a million environmentally-friendly LED lights illuminate the Zoo’s pathways. Visitors can stroll through immersive lantern displays showing rainforest, grassland, desert, ocean and polar habitats and the animals that call them home. Live musical performances, delicious treat offerings and ...
(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. ...
(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. ...
(DC) (Hillwood) Explore the bones of Hillwood’s peaceful winter gardens with Jessica Bonilla, director of horticulture. Evergreen plants take center stage, deciduous woody plants become architectural, and hardscapes become more important. Winter’s cool light shapes the experience, and we can sense more subtle shades of green and brown. The few flowers in bloom are very special, and the texture of ...
(DC) (Hillwood) Explore the bones of Hillwood’s peaceful winter gardens with Jessica Bonilla, director of horticulture. Evergreen plants take center stage, deciduous woody plants become architectural, and hardscapes become more important. Winter’s cool light shapes the experience, and we can sense more subtle shades of green and brown. The few flowers in bloom are very special, and the texture of ...
(VA) (NOVA Parks) Santa’s animal friends are lost in our park and need rescuing! Go on a scavenger hunt to locate the critters so they can help Santa deliver candy and treats for the holidays! $5 per child. Appropriate for families and children of all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Check in at the nature center ...
(VA) (NOVA Parks) Santa’s animal friends are lost in our park and need rescuing! Go on a scavenger hunt to locate the critters so they can help Santa deliver candy and treats for the holidays! $5 per child. Appropriate for families and children of all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Check in at the nature center ...
(DC) (Rock Creek Park) Join Rock Creek Conservancy, the National Park Service, and Weed Warrior 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 for a thriving native understory. Event location, directions, and information will be sent from the event ...
