(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join us for a sunset cruise aboard the pontoon boat. We’ll search for beaver lodges and feeding sites, and hopefully see some beavers! As the sun sets, we’ll use our bat detector to help us find feeding bats. Ages 6+
(VA) (NOVA Parks) Come camp at Bull Run Campground on Junior Ranger Weekend! There will be a craft and themed activities that are perfect for the whole family! *Participation is for registered campers only.
(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Join Rock Creek Conservancy and Sarah DeWitt, Certified Forest Therapy Guide for a two-hour gentle walk to help you slow down and reconnect with yourself, nature, and your community. Forest bathing, or shinrin yoku, is the simple practice of taking in the woods through the senses. This forest bathing walk will begin with some gentle mindful ...
(DC) (THEARC Farm) Want time in a peaceful, outdoor space? Are you hoping to learn more about gardening? Would you like to help grow food for the neighbors? Join us! We'll be harvesting vegetables, fruits and herbs for our food giveaway in the afternoon. Adults of all skill levels are welcome. Kids under 16 should be accompanied by an adult. ...
(MD) (NaturaliWhole) In today's fast-paced world, many of us find ourselves increasingly disconnected from the natural environment. The pressures of daily life often leave little room for moments of peace, reflection, and connection with nature. Our Guided Forest Therapy Walks offer an opportunity to step away from the hustle and bustle, immersing yourself in the serene and healing embrace of ...
(DC) (National Park Service) During this ½ mile excursion, young explorers will learn the hiking essentials, such as trail safety, what to wear or bring to a hike, and how to Recreate Responsibly all while looking at nature and respecting nature found in our woodlands. This ranger-led hike is intended to create treasured trail experiences for families interested in planning ...
(DC) (National Portrait Gallery) “Forces of Nature: Voices that Shaped Environmentalism” presents some of the key people—scientists, politicians, activists, writers and artists—whose work has influenced attitudes toward the environment in the United States from the late 19th century until today. The exhibition traces a history of the movement from turn-of-the-20th-century conservationism to mid-20th-century environmentalism and its backlash. It also addresses ...
(DC) (Smithsonian Asian Art Museum) Meditation helps us build a relationship to a place of inner quietude. Whether you’re a beginner or a skilled practitioner, join us for free online meditation sessions each week led by DC-based meditation teachers on Tuesdays and Fridays. Friday sessions include inspiration from art in the museum collections, much of which is inspired by nature, ...
(DC) (Potomac Conservancy) Join Potomac Conservancy and Living Classrooms DC for a new type of cleanup this summer: Scoop and Paddle! Participating in this cleanup event means you can kayak in the Potomac River’s tributaries to remove harder to get litter. This event will take place at Kingman and Heritage Islands. This will be a half kayak and half land cleanup ...
(DC) (Casey Trees) Join us for a fun forest film night with activities for all ages starting at 6pm on The REACH Plaza, followed at dusk by a short film by our partner Armenia Tree Project, and the feature film of The Lorax. Based on the storybook classic, Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax is a colorful animated film that includes prescient ...
(DC) (Casey Trees) Join us as we care for young trees at Capital Area Food Bank! 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. Participants will receive a short, hands-on training on site. After learning the tools and techniques, participants will split ...
(VA) (Arlington Parks) Ever wonder what's swimming around in the pond water that you can't see? Through learning to use a magnification tool, you'll get to explore the unseen world in the water. Come prepared to get dirty! Ages 8 to 12.
