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625 S Carlin Springs Rd
Arlington, VA 22204 United States Get Directions
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Remove Invasive Plants at Long Branch

Long Branch Nature Center at Glencarlyn Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Adults, teens and families ages 8 and up. Want to restore habitat and increase species diversity right here in Arlington? Work parties are held every month at over a dozen parks. We are making a real difference, with the return of ferns and wildflowers, and the animals that depend on them, in areas once covered in destructive ...

Free

Earthworms Campfire at Long Branch

Long Branch Nature Center at Glencarlyn Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) The whole family is invited to join us at Long Branch Nature Center for lots of old-fashioned fun. This engaging program will be filled with entertaining activities which may include stories, special animal guests, games, songs and of course, S’mores. (We will provide the marshmallows, chocolate & graham crackers).

$5

Ponds are Magnificent!

Long Branch Nature Center at Glencarlyn Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(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.

$5

Composting Workshop

Long Branch Nature Center at Glencarlyn Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Want to reduce your food waste at home? Come learn about composting basics and spend time working on your own worm bin to take home. Families.

$10

Local Wetland Habitats

Long Branch Nature Center at Glencarlyn Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) ake a Deep Dive into the world of wetlands. We live in a region with plentiful water and abundant wetlands. Do you know how to recognize one? During this in person program, you will learn about local wetland habitats and then take a hike to explore some more. Adults.

$5

Tiny Tot: Butterfly Kites

Long Branch Nature Center at Glencarlyn Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Tiny Tot programs provide opportunities to interact one-on-one with your child while discovering the wonders of nature. Tiny Tot programs are offered throughout the year at Gulf and Long Branch Nature Centers. Each program has a theme not published ahead of time for flexibility in incorporating changeable aspects of the park and its wildlife into the programs. ...

$5

Remove Invasive Plants at Long Branch

Long Branch Nature Center at Glencarlyn Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Adults, teens and families ages 8 and up. Want to restore habitat and increase species diversity right here in Arlington? Work parties are held every month at over a dozen parks. We are making a real difference, with the return of ferns and wildflowers, and the animals that depend on them, in areas once covered in destructive ...

Free

Wildflower & Pollinator Walk for Families

Long Branch Nature Center at Glencarlyn Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Come see what’s blooming and what animals are searching for those beautiful blooms. Find what amazing adaptations flowers and trees have to entice the local pollinators. Families.

$7

Nature Scavenger Hunt at Long Branch

Long Branch Nature Center at Glencarlyn Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) We'll walk on the trails to complete our nature scavenger hunt list. Together we'll search for acorns, rocks, leaves, bugs, other animals and more! Families.

$5

Birding Stroll for Beginners

Long Branch Nature Center at Glencarlyn Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Take a stroll around Glencarlyn Park to observe some of our winter resident birds. No experience necessary. Binoculars provided, but you're welcome to bring your own. Dress for the weather. Adults.

Free

Winter Hike & Cocoa

Long Branch Nature Center at Glencarlyn Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Join park naturalists on a winter stroll through the Nature Center trails to learn about our local ecology while sipping on some delicious hot cocoa! Families.

Free

Tiny Tot: Make A Birdfeeder

Long Branch Nature Center at Glencarlyn Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Tiny Tot programs provide opportunities to interact one-on-one with your child while discovering the wonders of nature. Each program will engage your child with hands-on learning and may include a variety of activities like songs, crafts, finger plays and mini-hikes. Tiny Tot programs are offered throughout the year at Gulf and Long Branch Nature Centers. Ages 18 ...

$5
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