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SUMMARY:Birding Banshee
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a bird walk at the Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve\, a diverse 695-acre treasure in the heart of Loudoun County. This is a birding hotspot because the preserve’s streams\, trees\, shrubs and fields attract many species of birds.  Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy and the Friends of Banshee Reeks team up to help you see what birds are visiting. 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-september/
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:20250914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T114315Z
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SUMMARY:Birding JK Black Oak
DESCRIPTION:Join Michael Sciortino and Bryan Henson to look for birds at JK Black Oak Wildlife Sanctuary\, which was purchased by Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy in 2020. This bird walk will take us through the forest\, across the meadows and past several of the vernal pools (which will be dry this time of year) that make this such a unique place. Over 140 species of birds have been documented\, and there is always a chance of discovering more during fall migration. Parking and meeting location will be emailed to registered participants. Limit 20. Registration required. \nAfter the walk\, stick around for the Open House to learn more about the property. \nQuestions: Contact Allison Gallo at agallo@loudounwildlife.org or Sheryl Weitzel at sweitzel@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
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-jk-black-oak/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T141512
CREATED:20250630T204139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T132631Z
UID:47752-1758362400-1758373200@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Hawk Watch at Snickers Gap
DESCRIPTION:Every autumn\, thousands of hawks migrate south along the Blue Ridge.  Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s Patrick Lewis and Larry Meade  at the Snickers Gap Hawk Watch\, one of the best hawk-watching sites in the region to view this phenomenon. If the weather cooperates\, we should see several kinds of raptors. If we’re lucky\, we might even see a major push of Broad-winged Hawks as they pass over from their summer homes in North America to South America. You’ll want to bring binoculars to get better looks. Bring a chair if you plan to stay a while.  Optional Hike to Bear’s Den\, 8:00 – 10:00am: Prior to the hawk watch\, those interested can meet Patrick and Larry at 8:00am to hike up to Bear’s Den (1.2 miles round trip) along a fairly challenging section of the Appalachian Trail for a beautiful view of the Shenandoah Valley\, finding bird migrants along the trail. Limit 15 for both.  Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact Patrick Lewis at plewis@loudounwildlife.org.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/hawk-watch-snickers-gap/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T080000
DTSTAMP:20260614T141512
CREATED:20250703T181509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T195622Z
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SUMMARY:Birding Algonkian Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy on a search for birds at the Algonkian Regional Park in eastern Loudoun County. With extensive frontage along the Potomac River\, its rich bottomland forests\, extensive wetlands and grassy areas combine to make it Loudoun’s top birding hotspot. During migration it can yield well over 60 species\, including over a dozen warblers. Bring binoculars if you have them.  We’ll meet at the boat ramp next to the parking lot. (Boat ramp location.)  Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact bhenson@loudounwildlife.org.\nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-algonkian-september/
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:20250923T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T080000
DTSTAMP:20260614T141512
CREATED:20250630T205153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T120040Z
UID:47756-1758614400-1758614400@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Goodstone Inn Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy for a bird walk at this private country estate in southwestern Loudoun. Goodstone has trails along the Goose Creek and in surrounding fields and old woods just a couple miles north of Middleburg (see map below). These trails are mostly level but with a couple of short\, fairly steep inclines. Meet at the lower parking lot of the Inn. Limit 14. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration is closed.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/goodstone-inn-bird-walk-fall/
LOCATION:goodstone Inn\, 36205 Snake Hill Rd \, Middleburg\, VA\, 20117
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T080000
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SUMMARY:Birding Sweet Run
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Sweet Run State Park for this monthly walk. We will  explore parts of this beautiful 900-acre park and see what lives in this diverse habitat including a great variety of birds. This outing takes place every fourth Saturday of the month except in December. 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 parking fees via 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/birding-sweet-run-september/
LOCATION:Sweet Run State Park\, 11661 Harpers Ferry Road\, Purcellville\, VA\, 20132
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Nature Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T080000
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CREATED:20250822T162517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T162517Z
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SUMMARY:Birding Bles Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy on a search for birds at the newly reopened Bles Park in eastern Loudoun County (see map below). Bles Park is a birding hotspot with a mix of water habitats that appeal to a diverse mix of species. Bring binoculars if you have them. We’ll meet at the parking lot near the playground. Registration required.  \nQuestions: Contact Bryan Henson at bhenson@loudounwildlife.org.\nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-bles-park-september/
LOCATION:Bles Park\, 44830 Riverside Pkwy\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T093000
DTSTAMP:20260614T141512
CREATED:20250630T210455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T121416Z
UID:47758-1758960000-1758965400@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled: Young Birders Walk at Sweet Run State Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s Young Birding Program at Sweet Run State Park in western Loudoun. The 894-acre park has a variety of habitats and is home to some uncommon species that prefer higher elevations. Migrating warblers and other birds should be abundant. 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 (Rte 671); see map below. Registration required. \nNote: This walk is exclusively for young birders (ages 10–18); a parent/guardian is welcome to join you. \nQuestions: Contact Patrick Lewis at plewis@loudounwildlife.org \nFee Notice: Sweet Run collects a parking fee via self-pay kiosks located at each parking area/entrance. The fee for a standard vehicle is $10. View fee information.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/young-birders-sweet-run-september/
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:20250928T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T080000
DTSTAMP:20260614T141512
CREATED:20250701T190504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T195253Z
UID:47773-1759046400-1759046400@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Birding Morven Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Carol Sottili and Molly Pinson Simoneau of Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy on a bird walk to explore Morven Park\, a 1\,000-acre preserve that hosts a historic mansion\, two museums a renowned equestrian center\, and a mosaic of natural habitats rich in wildlife including a wide variety of birds. Meeting location and parking information will be emailed to registered participants. Limit 14. Registration required \nQuestions: Contact info@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
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/fall-birding-morven-park/
LOCATION:Morven Park\, 17195 Southern Planter Ln.\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T080000
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CREATED:20250918T161816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250928T133931Z
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SUMMARY:Birding at Izaak Walton League
DESCRIPTION: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
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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