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UID:54511-1788681600-1788681600@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Birding at Izaak Walton League
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Loudoun County Chapter of the Izaak Walton League manages a rich natural property in western Loudoun that contains a wide variety of habitats and\, as a result\, supports a lot of birds especially during migration. In partnership with the Chapter\, Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s Allison Gallo and Bryan Henson will lead a bird walk on the property. (See map below) Bring binoculars if you have them. Limit 8. Registration required. \nQuestions: contact Allison Gallo at agallo@loudounwildlife.org. \nWhen registration is full\, do not attempt to register. You can be added to the waitlist by emailing info@loudounwildlife.org. Please include the event name and date in your email. You’ll be notified if space becomes available. \nRegistration\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-at-izaak-walton-league/
LOCATION:Izaak Walton League Chapter House\, 19237 Mountain Spring Lane\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T080000
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CREATED:20260714T231035Z
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UID:54190-1789200000-1789200000@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Birding Banshee
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a beginning birder or an expert\, you’ll be thrilled by the many bird species you’ll find at Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve south of Leesburg. Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy and the Friends of Banshee Reeks for the monthly bird walk at this birding hotspot. This is a regular outing that takes place the second Saturday of every month. Bring binoculars if you have them. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact Joe Coleman at jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-banshee-sept/
LOCATION:Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve\, 21085 The Woods Road\, Leesburg\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T140000
DTSTAMP:20260831T014209Z
CREATED:20260722T000413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T014209Z
UID:54274-1789203600-1789221600@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Fall Native Plant Sale at Morven Park
DESCRIPTION:Fall is the best time to plant native species — cooler temperatures\, reliable rainfall\, and reduced heat stress give roots time to establish before spring growth begins. Whether you’re adding color\, creating wildlife habitat\, or restoring balance to your yard\, planting in fall sets your garden up for long-term success. \nYou’ll find a diverse selection of flowers\, vines\, trees\, shrubs\, and ferns from five outstanding local nurseries: Nature By Design\, Hill House Farm & Nursery\, Seven Bends Nursery\, Watermark Woods and  Yellow House Natives. The Sale takes place at the visitor parking lot (access via main entrance on Old Waterford Road). \nOur knowledgeable volunteers will be on hand to help you choose plants suited to your space and goals. Be sure to visit the Native Plant Information and Wildlife Sanctuary Program tables. \nNative Plant Talk Schedule: \n10:00 am – Rethinking “Weeds”: Native Volunteers:  Jim and Autumn Knowles (Abernethy & Spencer nursery)\n10:45 am – Native Design with Intent: Spencer Craig and Devlan Perkins\, Deco Footprint Design + Build\n11:30 am – Invasive Plants in Our Backyards: Protecting Native Ecosystems: Maryann Manning and Alys Jarvel\, Loudoun Invasive Removal Alliance\n12:15 pm – Why Native Plants Matter and How to Get Started: Nan McCarry\, Wildlife Sanctuary Program Ambassador and Ethnobotanist \nEnjoy a cup of coffee from a local vendor while you explore tables hosted by our nonprofit partners working to protect and restore native ecosystems. You’ll also learn about our programs and how to get involved in local conservation efforts. Our Wild Shop will be there with merchandise for sale. \n \nIf you enjoy the Native Plant Sale and would like to be a part of making it happen\, sign up to volunteer at the Sale. \nIf you have boxes for carrying your plants\, please bring them. If you have extra boxes\, bring them for others to use. \nQuestions:  Contact nativeplantsale@loudounwildlife.org.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/fall-native-plant-sale-at-morven-park/
LOCATION:Main Visitor Parking Lot at Morven Park\, Southern Planter Ln\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Habitat Restoration,plant sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T150000
DTSTAMP:20260717T193015Z
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UID:54222-1789304400-1789311600@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Fall Butterfly Walk at Murray Hill
DESCRIPTION:Take a leisurely stroll with Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy through formal gardens and open pasture\, hedgerows\, and woodland. We may see Monarch butterflies on their way south and observe resident butterflies as they prepare for winter. During our walk\, we will discuss the role of farmers and gardeners in butterfly survival. This is a family-friendly event. Murray Hill is located just east of Leesburg. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/fall-butterfly-walk/
LOCATION:Murray Hill\, 42910 Edwards Ferry Rd NE\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T063000
DTSTAMP:20260809T010606Z
CREATED:20260717T192719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260809T010606Z
UID:54224-1789799400-1789799400@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Sweet Run Dawn Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Not only are birds most active at dawn; if the weather cooperates\, there is a beauty and peacefulness to sunrise that fades as the day progresses. Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy for this early-morning walk as we explore the park as it awakens and fall is just starting. Fall bird migration will be in progress\, and if we’re lucky\, we should have both a beautiful and productive walk as we explore some of the park’s trails. The group will meet in the main parking lot near the pollinator garden. Registration required \nFee Notice: Sweet Run collects a parking fee at self-pay kiosks located at each parking area/entrance. The fee for a standard vehicle is $10. View fee information. \nQuestions: Contact Joe Coleman at jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/sweet-run-dawn-bird-sept/
LOCATION:Sweet Run State Park\, 11661 Harpers Ferry Road\, Purcellville\, VA\, 20132
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T080000
DTSTAMP:20260715T005402Z
CREATED:20260715T004755Z
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UID:54197-1789891200-1789891200@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Birding Algonkian
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy on a search for birds at Loudoun’s top birding hotspot\, Algonkian Regional Park in eastern Loudoun\, for the monthly bird walk. Combining extensive frontage along the Potomac River\, rich bottomland forests\, wetlands\, and extensive grassy areas\, this can be a very productive place to bird.  We’ll meet in the parking lot near the boat ramp. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact Bryan Henson at bhenson@loudounwildife.org. \nRegistration\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-algonkian-sept/
LOCATION:Algonkian Park\, 47001 Fairway Drive\, Sterling\, VA\, 20165\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T080000
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CREATED:20260816T005322Z
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UID:54406-1789891200-1789891200@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Young Birders Walk at Algonkian
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s Young Birding Program for a bird walk for young birders at Algonkian Regional Park\, the county’s best birding hotspot\, where over 230 species of birds have been observed. We’ll look for year-round and winter residents\, and hopefully a surprise or two. Meet at the boat ramp; bring binoculars if you have them or we will have some to share. This walk is exclusively for young birders ages 10–18; a parent/guardian is welcome. Registration Required. \nQuestions: Contact Young Birding Program Coordinator Patrick Lewis at plewis@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/young-birders-walk-at-algonkian-sept/
LOCATION:Algonkian Park\, 47001 Fairway Drive\, Sterling\, VA\, 20165\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T080000
DTSTAMP:20260717T191140Z
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UID:54216-1790409600-1790409600@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Birding Sweet Run
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Sweet Run State Park has 894 acres of diverse habitat\, consisting of rich oak-hickory forest\, meadows\, ponds\, streams\, and vernal pools in northwestern Loudoun. It borders the Appalachian Trail and is only a couple of miles from the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers. Sweet Run is a wonderful sanctuary for Loudoun wildlife\, with numerous bird species utilizing its richness. Meet at the main parking lot near the Interpretive Center; bring binoculars if you have them. The Park is located just north of Neersville at 11661 Harpers Ferry Road (Route 671). Directions can be found on the Park’s website. Registration required. \nFee Notice: Sweet Run collects a parking fee at self-pay kiosks located at each parking area/entrance. The fee for a standard vehicle is $10. View fee information. \nQuestions: Contact Joe Coleman at jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-sweet-run-sept/
LOCATION:Sweet Run State Park\, 11661 Harpers Ferry Road\, Purcellville\, VA\, 20132
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T150000
DTSTAMP:20260809T200232Z
CREATED:20260718T023433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260809T200232Z
UID:54252-1790424000-1790434800@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Walk for Wildlife Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:Walk for Wildlife is a monthlong event (October 1-31) in which you see how many wildlife places you can visit and how many species in nature (plant/animal) you can identify\, using and posting them to the iNaturalist app. This Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy event is a fun way to get outside and observe\, on your own or in a group\, and you can help support our programs that benefit wildlife and healthy habitats. Want to get all the details about participating? Come by the Waterford Foundation on September 26 to pick up your T-shirt\, see some friends\, ask questions\, learn about iNaturalist\, and get excited to Walk for Wildlife! \nStay tuned for more details! \nQuestions: Email us at walkforwildlife@loudounwildlife.org.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/walk-for-wildlife-kickoff/
LOCATION:Waterford Foundation Old School\, 40222 Fairfax Street\, Waterford\, va
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Other event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260815T145008Z
CREATED:20250415T125606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T145008Z
UID:46906-1790503200-1790521200@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:JK Black Oak Wildlife Sanctuary Open House
DESCRIPTION:Please Note: Pets are not allowed at the sanctuary. \nExperience the beauty of our JK Black Oak Wildlife Sanctuary firsthand and learn more about the vernal pools\, restoration projects and ongoing community science projects during this special Open House opportunity! \nStop by the Loudoun Wildlife booth to learn about our programs and our advocacy efforts to protect JK Black Oak from the Rt. 15 Lucketts bypass.  Then take a walk along the trails. Four of the trails will be open for self-guided tours with information signs along the way and roving volunteers to answer questions. Please note that entry to the trails closes at 2:30 pm. \nParking will be in the field at the corner of Stumptown and Newvalley Church Roads in Lucketts\, and a volunteer will direct you to the entrance of the sanctuary. \nAlthough you will be walking on mowed trails\, ticks may still be present and insect repellant is recommended. \nIn conjunction with the Open house\, there is a nature walk at 11:00am. \nFree registration is requested using the form below.  \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org \nRSVP
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/black-oak-open-house/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly,Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T123000
DTSTAMP:20260824T122744Z
CREATED:20250523T200552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T122744Z
UID:47433-1790506800-1790512200@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Nature Walk at JK Black Oak
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a nature walk along the trails of JK Black Oak Wildlife Sanctuary.  We’ll look for late-blooming native wildflowers\, butterflies and birds\, and talk about some of the projects taking place on the property. The walk will coincide with the JK Black Oak Open House\, which is open to the public. Parking and meeting location will be emailed to registered participants. Binoculars optional. Limit 30. Registration required.   \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration is full\, ask to be added to the waitlist by emailing info@loudounwildlife.org. Please include the event name and date in your email. You’ll be notified if space becomes available.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/nature-walk-black-oak/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Nature Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T190000
DTSTAMP:20260718T022630Z
CREATED:20260718T022630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T022630Z
UID:54250-1790794800-1790794800@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Loudoun's Birds of Prey
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Birds of prey intrigue many of us\, and every fall and winter their numbers increase dramatically in our county as our resident birds are joined by many others. Learn how to identify the different species and their habits and some of the places to find them with raptor expert and falconer Liam McGranaghan. The presentation is sponsored by the Loudoun County Public Library and Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy Registration requested. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org. \nregistration\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/loudouns-birds-of-prey/
LOCATION:Rust Library\, 380 Old Waterford Rd NW\, Leesburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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