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01/17/2026 8:00 am to 01/17/2026 9:00 am
(4-Adult) Take a hike through the woods with a naturalist to listen and look for the park’s winter avian residents and migrants. Find out what birds do to survive the winter weather. Feel free to bring your own guides, binoculars and spotting scopes. Site will have a limited number of supplies for participants to borrow for the duration of the…
01/24/2026 1:00 pm
(14-Adult) Single-use plastics and papers are pervasive in every aspect of our modern life. So much time, energy, money and resources go into creating something that is destined for the landfill-what a waste. Join us as we take a deeper look at what we throw away and learn simple ways to minimize your individual impact. Test your recycling knowledge with a sorting game,…
02/01/2026 6:00 pm
(6-Adult) Enjoy nature's tranquil beauty and the night sky under a full moon. Your naturalist guide points out signs of creatures that glide, fly and tiptoe through the woods in the dark. Enjoy a campfire after the hike with s'mores provided. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
02/07/2026 10:00 am
(6-14 yrs.) Help feed your feathered friends this winter by making and taking home your very own pinecone bird feeder. Find out what those familiar bird calls are as we discuss common birds you may see visit your feeder.
02/07/2026 11:00 am
(4-Adult) Learn the science and art of building a fire and then test your skill with primitive fire bows and modern fire-making techniques. Use your new skills to roast some s'mores at the end. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
02/07/2026 1:00 pm
(14-Adult) Much of our food, personal care, and cleaning products are filled with toxins that harm our bodies and the environment. With so many products and claims saturating the market, it's hard to know which ingredients to avoid and which ones we can trust. Learn how to read labels, spot "greenwashing" tricks and become a savvy sustainable shopper in this interactive…
02/08/2026 8:00 am
(8-Adult) Hike with a naturalist to search winter waterfowl along the Upper Potomac River. Bring binoculars and spotting scopes.
02/08/2026 10:30 am
(3-9 yrs.) Learn about penguins, polar bears and other animals who enjoy the chilly temperatures. Create fun crafts and activities. Build and race penguins and create a snowman. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
02/08/2026 1:00 pm
(5-Adult) Using found natural objects and recycled materials we will craft unique pieces of art for you and your family to take home and proudly display. Materials included in price.