(DC) (Smithsonian Associates) Just a few miles from Washington, D.C., lies a rural oasis that rivals the English countryside. Spend an autumn day exploring the scenic 93,000-acre Agricultural Reserve with naturalist and long-time resident Melanie Choukas-Bradley, whop will introduce some of her favorite places in this close-in slice of paradise at the base of Sugarloaf Mountain. You will hear remarkable ...
(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) (13-Adult) This class is designed for individuals with intellectual disabilities who want to develop their bird watching skills. Join a park naturalist to learn important tips for bird identification and a short walk along the trail to utilize your bird watching skills. Parent/caregiver participation is required. More Fairfax County nature programs can be found here.
(VA) (Northern Virginia Bird Alliance) Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count. The results of these surveys are made available to the participants and other interested individuals and ...
(DC) (Hillwood) Slow down, awaken your senses, and connect with nature as you experience a forest bathing walk in Hillwood’s gardens and grounds. Inspired by the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku (which translates to “absorbing the forest atmosphere”), forest bathing is a research-based activity designed to promote health and well-being through immersion in natural settings. Participants will be guided on a ...
(DC) (Smithsonian Natural History Museum) What do brighter nights mean for people and wildlife? Through over 100 photographs, nearly 250 objects, interactive experiences, tactile models, and a theater program, discover why dark nights matter, rekindle your connection with the night sky, and consider how much light at night is enough—for whom, for what purpose, and who gets to decide? Open ...
(DC) (US Botanic Garden) Our gardens and hardiness zones are changing. How do we adapt to the new heat, humidity, and hardships that a drought season can put on our garden? Join Teri Speight, Gardener and Author for this online lecture and take an inventory of what survived this brutal summer and consider what to plant with conservation in mind.
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Get outside and enjoy the stunning colors of fall on a leisurely hike through the forest. Find your favorite fall colors with a scavenger hunt, and join us after for a campfire, cider, and s’mores!
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Girls belong in nature, enjoying outdoor adventures! Join us for a girl-centered Nature Girls Club. There are three in-person sessions with a Park Naturalist that will focus on exploring nature, trying out outdoor skills, and nature journaling. Meetings are monthly. Ages 6 to 11.
(MD) (DC Bird Alliance) Together with our partner, Nature Forward, we're happy to invite you to a Halloween special bird walk at their Woodend Nature Sanctuary. We'll have a spooky fun time around the firepit, going on mini-bird walks thru the sanctuary, and enjoying this beautiful space with fellow bird lovers. COSTUMES ENCOURAGED!
(VA) (Arlington Parks) We'll visit our classroom to learn about nocturnal animals then walk the trails to see if we can find them in the dark. Bundle up, it can become very cold. Families.
(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) (8-Adult) Spark your interest in Walney history through legends, lore and stories of the supernatural on a night hike. Then gather around the campfire for s'mores.
(MD) (DC Bird Alliance) Did you know Battery Kemble was part of the Civil War Defenses of Washington! Join us for a bird walk at this National Park followed by the chapter's Annual Meeting to elect officers and to talk about continuing to build community around birds. The chapter will have light snacks available for the meeting after the walk. ...
