• The Science of Sleep and Hibernation

    Winkler Botanical Preserve 5400 Roanoke Ave., Alexandria, VA, United States

    (VA) (NOVA Parks) Ever wonder how some native furry friends survive the chilly winter weather outside? Register the whole family and learn the difference between hibernation vs. brumation and the science behind why and how animals sleep safely in the cold.  You’ll make and take home a rabbit friend and learn how to help them get ready to hibernate. Ages 5+.

  • Winter Flowers

    Winkler Botanical Preserve 5400 Roanoke Ave., Alexandria, VA, United States

    (VA) (NOVA Parks) Flowers can be hard to find outdoors in the middle of winter. While most wait for warmer days when their pollinators emerge, there are some plant species that flower in the cold. In this program, enjoy a hike through Winkler Botanical Preserve to look for signs of flowers blooming in the cold, learn about plants that bloom ...

    $8