Events

Shenandoah Snorkel, Mussel and Paddle Trip

Our Shenandoah River snorkeling trip , in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service, has always been a huge hit. This year we are going to zero in and focus on freshwater mussels while we snorkel the South Fork of the Shenandoah River. We are fortunate in that we will have...

$35 – $75

July Green Breakfast

Virtual

July Green Breakfast - Trapa bispinosa, Invasive Water Chestnut Trapa bispinosa is a new species of water chestnut found in freshwater ponds and lakes, and Fairfax County is ground zero for the spread of this invasive aquatic plant. Join Dr. Nancy Rybicki, aquatic plant ecologist and affiliate professor at GMU, and...

Fishing Fiesta | Fiesta de la Pesca

C & O Canal National Historical Park 4940 Canal Rd NW, Washington, DC

Ready, set, fish! Join us at Fletchers Cove for our annual Fishing Fiesta! This bilingual event celebrates the outdoors, fishing, and community on the C&O Canal. ¡Preparado, listo, pesca! ¡Únase con nosotros en Fletchers Cove para nuestra fiesta de pesca anual! Este evento bilingüe celebra el aire libre, la pesca...

Free

WateReuse Mid-Atlantic Presents: Water Recycling in the Capital Region

DC Water 1385 Canal St SE, Washington, DC

This event is free for all attendees. The WateReuse Mid-Atlantic Section is hosting its inaugural event, Water Recycling in the Capital Region, on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at D.C. Water. Register Now! “Water Recycling in the Capital Region,” will bring together utilities, businesses, and local stakeholders to explore water recycling...

Lotus and Water Lily Festival

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens 1550 Anacostia Ave. NE, Washington, DC

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens is a one-of-a-kind destination within Anacostia Park and it is a hidden gem in Washington, DC. The summer lotus and lily blossoms are a “must see” during their peak blooming period in July, not unlike viewing the cherry blossoms in the spring. We hope you will have...

Free

Muddy Branch Alliance Photography Workshop

Potomac Horse Center 14211 Quince Orchard Rd, Gaithersburg, MD

Join us for a Muddy Branch Alliance Photography Workshop Join us for a short walk with award-winning wildlife photographer Ben Salb as he demonstrates his processes to locate, photograph, and identify insects and spiders along the Muddy Branch Trail. Attendees can be of all photographic skill levels, and no photographic equipment is...

Free

Plastic Free July Cleanup @ Pope Branch Park

Pope Branch Park 2900 M Place SE, Washington, DC

Join Anacostia Riverkeeper for a volunteer trash cleanup at Pope Branch Park to celebrate Plastic Free July! This is a free event. Rain or Shine. All supplies provided. Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing that can get dirty and protect you from the brush. 8:45 AM Registration 9:00 AM Welcome and...

Eco Evenings at the Garden/Tardes ecológicas en el jardín

Join Impact Silver Spring and the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection at the Serenity Garden for a series of talks around greening your gardens and much more. Learn about the community garden, participate in activities, chat with others about gardening, and learn about programs offered by Montgomery County Department...

Learn About Mussels!

Virtual

Wild Virginia will host a webinar on Wednesday July 24th at 6:30pm by Alissa Ganser, an expert on freshwater mussels. You'll learn about the fascinating life cycles of these valuable species, who can live 100 years or more and use mimicry to fool fish into helping these largely sedentary animals...

Free

Kayak Clean-Up

Anacostia River

Join us for a kayak cleanup event to help preserve our local waterways! Spend an hour paddling and collecting trash on the Anacostia River to make a positive impact on our environment. We will be reserving tandem kayaks, so sign up with a colleague for a fun and collaborative experience....

Free