Events
MARYLAND MINI CONFERENCE | Guided Kayak Tour of the Mallows Bay – Potomac River National Marine Sanctuary with Atlantic Kayak Company
Mallows Bay Nanjemoy, MarylandImmerse yourself in both history and nature with this unique tour by kayak. The sanctuary boasts a diverse collection of historic shipwrecks dating back to the Revolutionary War. The area is most renowned for the remains of over 100 wooden steamships known as the Ghost Fleet, built as part of...
Walk in the Woods: Frederick Municipal Forest
Frederick Municipal Forest Frederick, MarylandJoin us for an spring guided hike focused on protecting and managing the Frederick Municipal Forest (w/ some plant ID in the mix). What 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...
Nature Center Pop-Up
Rock Creek Regional Park 15700 Needwood Lake Circle, Rockville, MDWe are bringing the nature center to you! Each season’s pop up has a different theme. Come talk with a naturalist about the park, explore some natural objects, ask questions and try out biology-themed activities. This is a walk-up event providing a 20 to 30 minute experience. Stay to play...
BioBlitz at Mallows Bay
Mallows Bay Nanjemoy, MarylandMallows Bay-Potomac River National Marine Sanctuary is joining the City Nature Challenge! The City Nature Challenge is a global citizen science event with a focus on urban areas. Residents throughout the Washington DC metro area will explore local parks, backyards, and neighborhoods to observe the wild plants, fungi, and animals that share our environment....
Water Quality Monitoring and Protection
VirtualWe all know that water is vital for the health and wellbeing of the people, wildlife, and ecosystems of Virginia. The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is responsible for monitoring, protecting, and improving the quality of the water in the Commonwealth. This webinar will teach you the basics of...
Sligo Creek Fest
Sligo-Dennis Avenue Park 10200 Sligo Creek Parkway, Silver Spring, MDWalk, Run, Hike, Stroll, Roll, Bike your way to Sligo Creek Fest Put on your walking shoes, grab your bikes, skateboards, and scooters, and experience Montgomery Parks Open Parkways like never before at Sligo Creek Fest. On Saturday, May 4 from 11 am to 3 pm, at Sligo Creek Open Parkway situated...
Anacostia River Festival
Anacostia Park 1100 Good Hope Rd SE & Anacostia Dr, Washington, DCThe 11th Street Bridge Park and the National Park Service present the tenth annual Anacostia River Festival, a wonderful event of the 2024 National Cherry Blossom Festival. Join us at this FREE family-friendly event as we celebrate 10 Years of Bridging D.C.: Honoring Our Past, Building Our Future at Anacostia...
‘Women on the Water’ Fishing and Boating Workshop
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MarylandThe Maryland Department of Natural Resources is hosting “Women on the Water,” a free introductory workshop on boating and fishing for women and girls aged 12 and older, at Seneca Creek State Park on May 9 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. New or returning boaters and anglers can receive Information about...
Webinar: Water Resources Impacts of Data Centers and Solar Fields and Tools to Mitigate Impacts
VirtualYou're invited to participate in a webinar on Friday, May 10, 2024, from 12-1:15 pm to learn and share about the water resources impacts of data centers and solar fields in the Potomac basin and tools to mitigate and prevent those impacts. This exciting event is being held as part of the...
Wildflower Weekend at Shenandoah National Park
Shenandoah National Park VirginiaSpring wildflowers are at the heart of Shenandoah National Park's 38th annual Wildflower Weekend celebration! Guided hikes and programs will focus on the diversity and importance of not only hundreds of species of flowering plants that are protected by the park, but other seasonal changes as well. Additionally, winning artwork...