Events
Hispanic Heritage Month series of Environmental Festivals
Marian Fryer Town Plaza 2425 Reedie Dr, Wheaton, MDEl Departamento de Protección Ambiental del Condado de Montgomery (DEP), el Distrito Urbano de Wheaton, el Distrito de Artes y Entretenimiento de Wheaton y la Oficina de Socios Comunitarios del Condado de Montgomery celebrarán el Mes de la Herencia Hispana del 15 de septiembre al 13 de octubre de 5pm...
Creek Critters – Discover Who Lives in the Creek
Little Falls Stream Valley Park Bethesda, MDEver wonder who lives in the creek? For all you nature lovers, here’s another activity to add to your list – macro-invertebrate watching! Join us for a fun family activity identifying critters in the Little Falls creek and get a cool stream bug scavenger bandana. We will have all the...
Webinar: Improving Our Water Quality in Northern Virginia
Everyone lives in a watershed! Learn about water stewardship and how we can make a difference in the quality of Northern Virginia's water supply. This is the first webinar of the two-part series Your Water in Northern Virginia. The second webinar, Where Does My Water Come From? The Potomac Basin and You, will be presented...
Project Clean Stream
Thompson Boating CenterJoin the Alliance’s Washington, DC team as we partner with Boating in DC for a Project Clean Stream event! Experience paddling on the Potomac while helping clean trash and debris from the local waterway. We will meet at the Thompson Boat Center at 2900 Virginia Ave NW at 10am on Friday, September 15th. We’ll...
Webinar: Where Does My Water Come From? The Potomac Basin and You
Learn how Northern Virginia's water is connected to each other and the land. Find out what is impacting our water supply. Our water is not unlimited. Only 1% of the water on planet Earth is usable fresh water. Over six million people depend on the Potomac watershed for their water. The Potomac River and...
Walk in the Woods: Frederick Municipal Forest
Frederick Municipal Forest Frederick, MarylandWhat does it take to protect drinking water for the residents of Frederick City? Join us for a hike in the Municipal Forest of the City of Frederick, Md. Our guide is Jenny Willoughby, the Sustainability Manager of Frederick City. Jenny will share her extensive knowledge of the Frederick Municipal...
Walk in the Woods: Sam Michael’s Park
Sam Michael's Park 235 Sam Michael's Park Lane, Harpers Ferry, West VirginiaEnjoy the fall colors while you join us for a walk in Sam Michael's Park where we'll showcase recent projects focused on protecting drinking water, improving the ecosystem, and encouraging everyone to be stewards of the environment. From tree plantings and pet waste stations to educational signs and a rain garden, we'll...
Oxon Hill Farm Fall Festival
Oxon Hill Farm Oxon Hill, MDJoin us for a day of free fun for the whole family! Watch live performances, learn ways to stay healthy, and participate in hands-on activities and crafts. Enjoy the cool fall weather and the changing colors of the leaves.
High School Careers in Water Event
High school students are eager to understand how they can build and apply skills to tackle real-world challenges. The Work in Water Open House provides students with the inspiration, tools, and resources to envision an impactful and meaningful career by providing a critical resource to communities: water. We need everyone, with all...
Walk in the Woods: Let’s be Smart About Winter Salt
Izaak Walton League of America 707 Conservation Lane, Gaithersburg, MDStep into the shoes of an environmental detective as we explore the hidden impacts of oversalting our streets and sidewalks during the winter season. Discover how the excess salt harms delicate aquatic creatures, disrupts the fragile balance of our ecosystems, and pollutes our drinking water. Join the Izaak Walton League...