Forest Bathing: Embracing Fall With Mindfulness

Potomac Overlook Regional Park3 2845 N. Marcey Road, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Kindred Nature and NOVA Parks) Experience forest bathing to connect more deeply with nature and release stress surrounded by the beauty of colorful fall foliage at Potomac Overlook Regional Park! 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 ...

$35

Fall Foliage Kayak Expedition

Lake Accotink 7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield, VA, United States

(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) (13 and adult) Enjoy a new perspective of fall colors at Lake Accotink this season aboard one of our kayaks. Our expedition takes us to the northern part of the lake to see glorious natural tunnels of orange, yellow and red leaves. Previous kayak experience is necessary.

$43

WELLderness Double Dutch at Kenilworth

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens 1550 Anacostia Ave, NE, Washington DC, United States

(DC) (Friends of Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens) DC Retro Jumpers will teach “on the spot” Double Dutch jumping during this 2-hr class. No experience necessary. All ages & gender welcomed. Partner jumping always “Doubles” the fun. https://dcretrojumpers.com/

Donation

Plants & Fungi Microcosms Walk

Gulf Branch Nature Center & Park 3608 Military Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Regardless of the weather or season, there are always neat plants, mosses, lichens, and fungi to see if you look closely! Each participant will be given a magnifying hand lens to use during the walk, and we'll explore the incredible micro-worlds of mosses and other plants, fungi, even invertebrates! Teens ages 12 and up welcome to attend ...

$9

Weed Warrior Workday at Long Branch

Long Branch Community Recreation Center 8700 Piney Branch Road, Silver Spring

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join James, Weed Warrior Supervisor, for a non-native, invasive plant removal workday in Long Branch Stream Valley Unit 1 (between Piney Branch Rd and Carroll Ave), in Takoma Park, MD. We will be focusing on non-native, invasive vines, especially porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata). Native Virginia creeper and poison ivy are also present and beneficial, so we ...

Free

Plant Swap at MLK

MLK Public Library 901 G St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

(DC) (DC Public Library) Have your houseplants taken over your home? Do you want to send them to take over someone else's home? Bring houseplants or cuttings to give away or trade in the New Books room at the MLK Jr. Memorial Library. Your plants can be swapped on a one-for-one basis but we'll also have a limited supply of ...

Monday Morning Birdwalk at Huntley Meadows

Huntley Meadows 3701 Lockheed Blvd, Alexandria, VA, United States

(VA) (Friends of Huntley Meadows) The Monday Morning Bird Walk is sponsored by the Friends of Huntley Meadows Park and takes place every Monday at 8 a.m. Following the walk, members of the group gather at the nearby Denny’s for breakfast and to compile the morning’s bird list. All are welcome.  

Free

Exhibit: Faces of the Forest

The Writer's Center 4508 Walsh Street, Bethesda, DC, United States

(MD) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Artist Sophia McCrocklin’s larger-than-life botanical fiber sculptures explore art’s crucial role in enhancing human relationships with the environment. By spotlighting the grandeur of leaves, seed pods, and ferns from Rock Creek Park’s understory, McCrocklin documents the beauty and reverence of the species at the frontline of climate change. The exhibit is available to view during Writer's ...

Free

55+ Social and Gourd-Making for Birds

Agricultural History Farm Park 18400 Muncaster Rd, Derwood, MD, United States

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Socials for 55+ is a program tailored for individuals aged 55+, and in this session you’ll create charming birdhouses using natural materials like acorns and squash. This creative session is perfect for nature lovers looking to craft and enhance their outdoor spaces. All materials are provided. No crafting experience is necessary. A detailed email will be sent ...

$8

Tuesday Morning Bird Walk at Kenilworth

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens 1550 Anacostia Ave, NE, Washington DC, United States

(DC) (National Park Service) Join park rangers and expert volunteers on Tuesday mornings from 8:30-10:00am for a weekly bird walk at beautiful Kenilworth. Over 250 different species of birds have been spotted at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens and Kenilworth Park! The park manages habitat for ground nesting, aquatic, and woodland birds.  Bring comfortable shoes, water, and binoculars if you have them ...

Autumn Walk at Meadowlark

Meadowlark Botanical Gardens 9750 Meadowlark Gardens, Vienna, VA, United States

(VA) (NOVA Parks) Enjoy the autumn colors on a guided walk around Meadowlark's 95 acres.  Each one-hour walk will be over hilly terrain, have a positive focus, and include a silent, meditative portion and a few interesting facts from our docent along the way. This is a drop-in activity.  No reservations are required. Ages 18+.

$4 – $8

Wellbeing Stroll at Brookside Gardens

Brookside Gardens 1800 Glenallan Ave, Wheaton, MD, United States

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Connect with and care for your inner self through the Strolls for Well-Being, an evidence based program that promotes emotional healing and wellness through connection to nature. Over the course of eight weeks, you will complete twelve walks individually in Brookside Gardens, on your own schedule and with a beautiful full-color, 110-page journal as your guide. Each ...

$75
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