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SUMMARY:Junior Rangers Rise!
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Celebrate Freedom 250 at Rock Creek Park with Junior Rangers Rise! Caring for Parks\, Caring for the Future—a two-day\, family-friendly event that connects 250 years of American history to the next generation of park stewards. Through hands-on activities\, ranger-led programs\, and interactive experiences\, participants will discover how curiosity\, caring for nature\, and everyday actions can carry these ideals forward. \n 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/junior-rangers-rise/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Nature Center\, 5200 Glover Rd NW\, Washington\, 20015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Natural History,Nature Play
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SUMMARY:B.A.R.K. Rangers at Rock Creek Park
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Calling all dog owners! If you enjoy adventuring in Rock Creek Park with your furry friend\, consider coming to one of our B.A.R.K. Ranger events! This is a national initiative to encourage responsible recreation and a positive experience for you\, your dog\, and all visitors to the park.  Learn about the principles of being a B.A.R.K. Ranger and earn a B.A.R.K. Ranger badge!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/b-a-r-k-rangers-at-rock-creek-park/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Nature Center\, 5200 Glover Rd NW\, Washington\, 20015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Parks,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T153000
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CREATED:20260206T025013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T025013Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Tree ID Walk
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Without leaves\, trees suddenly become much harder to identify. Learn some tips and tricks on how to ID a tree without leaves with a ranger on this walk through the park and practice identifying some of your favorite tree species. Meet at the Nature Center and be prepared with warm clothing\, layers\, comfortable and sturdy shoes\, and a hunger for learning. \nWalk may be cancelled in the event of bad weather at the discretion of park staff. Feel free to call the Nature Center (202-895-6070) the day of to confirm.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/winter-tree-id-walk/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Nature Center\, 5200 Glover Rd NW\, Washington\, 20015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T160000
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CREATED:20260113T192607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T192607Z
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SUMMARY:Film: One Sky Project
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) This is the full dome feature version of the One Sky Project. Each short film represents the perspective of a different culture or Indigenous society from around the globe. Each film stands alone as a short story or in combination as a longer narrative – organized around themes of “Finding Patterns” and developing tools. \nThis film runs about 45 minutes. 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/film-one-sky-project/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Nature Center\, 5200 Glover Rd NW\, Washington\, 20015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Film,Social & Cultural
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T103000
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CREATED:20260113T192309Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Wildlife Detectives
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Bundle up and step into the role of a Winter Wildlife Detective! Explore real pelts and tracks from Rock Creek Park animals—like foxes\, coyotes\, raccoons\, and even sleepy woodchucks—and uncover the secrets they leave behind in the snow. Through hands-on discovery and fun clue-hunting questions\, kids learn how animals stay warm\, find food\, and survive the chilly season. Join us to track\, explore\, and reveal the wild winter stories hiding just beneath our feet!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/winter-wildlife-detectives-3/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Nature Center\, 5200 Glover Rd NW\, Washington\, 20015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature Play,Outdoor Experience
GEO:38.9599553;-77.0516936
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T160000
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CREATED:20260113T192140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T191833Z
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SUMMARY:Junior Naturalist Hike in Rock Creek Park
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Do you want to connect with nature but you’re not sure how to get started? Do you want to be more present outside and escape the distractions of the modern era? Take a junior naturalist hike with a ranger and learn how to observe and study the natural world around you as you hike between ½ – 1 ½ miles through the Rock Creek Valley. Recommended ages 8+.  
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/junior-naturalist-hike-in-rock-creek/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Nature Center\, 5200 Glover Rd NW\, Washington\, 20015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T192014Z
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SUMMARY:Stellar Star Show at Rock Creek
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Rock Creek Park) Come and enjoy a ranger-led program in the only planetarium in the National Park Service! The Stellar Star Show will be a 30-minute ranger-led program about the planets and the night sky.   
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/stellar-star-show-at-rock-creek-4/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Nature Center\, 5200 Glover Rd NW\, Washington\, 20015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Nature Observation,Seminars and Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T103000
DTSTAMP:20260424T053334
CREATED:20260113T191856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T191856Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Wildlife Detectives
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Bundle up and step into the role of a Winter Wildlife Detective! Explore real pelts and tracks from Rock Creek Park animals—like foxes\, coyotes\, raccoons\, and even sleepy woodchucks—and uncover the secrets they leave behind in the snow. Through hands-on discovery and fun clue-hunting questions\, kids learn how animals stay warm\, find food\, and survive the chilly season. Join us to track\, explore\, and reveal the wild winter stories hiding just beneath our feet!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/winter-wildlife-detectives-2/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Nature Center\, 5200 Glover Rd NW\, Washington\, 20015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature Play,Outdoor Experience
GEO:38.9599553;-77.0516936
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T053334
CREATED:20260113T191508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T191508Z
UID:10003977-1769252400-1769254200@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Stellar Star Show at Rock Creek
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Rock Creek Park) Come and enjoy a ranger-led program in the only planetarium in the National Park Service! The Stellar Star Show will be a 30-minute ranger-led program about the planets and the night sky.   
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/stellar-star-show-at-rock-creek-3/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Nature Center\, 5200 Glover Rd NW\, Washington\, 20015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Nature Observation,Seminars and Lectures
GEO:38.9599553;-77.0516936
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T103000
DTSTAMP:20260424T053334
CREATED:20260113T191357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T191357Z
UID:10003976-1769248800-1769250600@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Winter Wildlife Detectives
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Bundle up and step into the role of a Winter Wildlife Detective! Explore real pelts and tracks from Rock Creek Park animals—like foxes\, coyotes\, raccoons\, and even sleepy woodchucks—and uncover the secrets they leave behind in the snow. Through hands-on discovery and fun clue-hunting questions\, kids learn how animals stay warm\, find food\, and survive the chilly season. Join us to track\, explore\, and reveal the wild winter stories hiding just beneath our feet!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/winter-wildlife-detectives/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Nature Center\, 5200 Glover Rd NW\, Washington\, 20015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature Play,Outdoor Experience
GEO:38.9599553;-77.0516936
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T113000
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CREATED:20260113T190026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T190026Z
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SUMMARY:Ramble with a Ranger at Boulder Bridge
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) \nThe Boulder Bridge Loop is a ranger favorite: creek views\, towering forests\, steep ridge climbs\, and long enough to feel like you’ve gotten a workout. Join a ranger on this 3.5 mile hike through the diverse trees\, traipse across two bridges\, and summit the Western Ridge trail all while learning about the park from an expert. \nThis hike leaves from the Nature Center. 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/ramble-with-a-ranger-at-boulder-bridge/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Nature Center\, 5200 Glover Rd NW\, Washington\, 20015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike,Outdoor Experience,Parks
GEO:38.9599553;-77.0516936
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T053334
CREATED:20260113T185739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T185801Z
UID:10003972-1768575600-1768579200@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Junior Naturalist Hike in Rock Creek
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Do you want to connect with nature but you’re not sure how to get started? Do you want to be more present outside and escape the distractions of the modern era? Take a junior naturalist hike with a ranger and learn how to observe and study the natural world around you as you hike between ½ – 1 ½ miles through the Rock Creek Valley. Recommended ages 8+.  
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/junior-naturalist-hike/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Nature Center\, 5200 Glover Rd NW\, Washington\, 20015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family,Outdoor Experience
GEO:38.9599553;-77.0516936
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