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Upton Hill Invasive Plant Removal

06 Aug 2026 Join us at Upton Hill to Improve habitat, meet fellow do-gooders, get exercise, and learn about native plants and wildlife all while making a difference in the great outdoors! Adults, teens, and families ages 8 and up.

Upton Hill Regional Park, 6060 Wilson Boulevard,  22205

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Potomac Overlook Invasive Plant Removal

08 Aug 2026 Join us at Potomac Overlook to Improve habitat, meet fellow do-gooders, get exercise, and learn about native plants and wildlife all while making a difference in the great outdoors! Adults, teens, and families ages 8 and up.

Potomac Overlook, 2845 N. Marcey Road,  22207

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Tiny Tot: Monarchs

08 Aug 2026 Ages 18 to 35 months with adult. Tiny Tot programs provide opportunities to interact one-on-one with your child while discovering the wonders of nature. Each program will engage your child with hands-on learning and may include a variety of activities like songs, games, crafts, and mini-hikes. Tiny Tot programs are offered throughout the year at Gulf and Long Branch Nature Centers. Each program h

Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd,  22203

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Pre-K: Animal Parents

08 Aug 2026 Ages 3 to 5 years. Preschool programs are offered throughout the year at both Gulf Branch and Long Branch Nature Centers. The theme for preschool programs is repeated during the month, so please register for only one session at each nature center per month. Caretakers must stay with their child during the program.

Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd,  22203

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Fort C.F. Smith Walking Tour

08 Aug 2026 Fort C.F. Smith was one of the last Union forts built to protect Washington during the Civil War. We’ll learn about the park’s history, the role of the fort, and the soldiers stationed there during the Civil War.

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Woodlawn Park Invasive Plant Removal

08 Aug 2026 Join us at Woodlawn Park to Improve habitat, meet fellow do-gooders, get exercise, and learn about native plants and wildlife all while making a difference in the great outdoors! Adults, teens, and families ages 8 and up.

Woodlawn Park, 1325 N Buchanan St., Arlington, VA 

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Jamestown Park Invasive Plant Removal

09 Aug 2026 Join us at Jamestown Park to Improve habitat, meet fellow do-gooders, get exercise, and learn about native plants and wildlife all while making a difference in the great outdoors! Adults, teens, and families ages 8 and up.

Jamestown Park, 3618 N Dickerson St.,  22207

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Fort C.F. Smith Park Invasive Plant Removal

09 Aug 2026 Join us at Fort C.F. Smith Park to Improve habitat, meet fellow do-gooders, get exercise, and learn about native plants and wildlife all while making a difference in the great outdoors! Adults, teens, and families ages 8 and up.

Fort C.F. Smith Park, 2411 24th Street North,  22207

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The Virginia State Insect Photo Walk

09 Aug 2026 Capture a butterfly with your camera! We'll learn about the Tiger Swallowtail butterfly, Virginia’s State Insect and look for this species and other butterflies on our walk in the park. Photography guidance will be provided. Park Naturalist is bilingual (English/Spanish).

Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd,  22203

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Tiny Tot: Sharks

11 Aug 2026 Ages 18 to 35 months with adult. Tiny Tot programs provide opportunities to interact one-on-one with your child while discovering the wonders of nature. Each program will engage your child with hands-on learning and may include a variety of activities like songs, games, crafts, and mini-hikes. Tiny Tot programs are offered throughout the year at Gulf and Long Branch Nature Centers. Each program h

Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N Military Rd,  22207

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