Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy

Cancelled: Celebrate Birds: Birding JK Black Oak
2026-05-06 08:00 (America/New_York)
Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy for a visit to this 89-acre property near Lucketts, 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 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 spring migration. Directions will be emailed to registered participants. To protect the environmentally sensitive habitat and rare species, JK Black Oak Wildlife Sanctuary is not open for general public access. Limit 15. Registration required.

Celebrate Birds: Big Sit at Algonkian Park
2026-05-09 06:00 - 20:00
Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy is excited to be partnering with NOVA Parks for a Big Sit at Algonkian Regional Park.
What is a Big Sit?
Some people have compared it to a tailgate party for birders. We will set up in one stationary location and see how many species we can count from that spot. On previous spring Big Sits we’ve seen well over 60 species of birds. This spring we hope to hit 70!
Who should attend?
Anyone interested in birding from beginner to advanced. If you’re new to birding, you can learn more about it and meet other birders. If you’re an experienced birder, bring your skills and help us ID some species. This is a stationary location, so it’s great for people who aren’t interested in a long bird walk. Plus, we’ll be there all day, so it’s great for those who prefer to sleep late.
Details
Smoke the Screech Owl
We will be set up just west of the boat ramp with views of the river, a wildflower meadow, a grassy field, a wooded tree line and wide open sky. It is also close to the parking lot. (View location.) We will be there from 6:00am – 8:00pm to count as many bird species as we can see or hear. You can stop by for a few minutes to say hi or bring a chair and stay as long as you like. No registration required.
NOVA Parks Roving Naturalist, Matt Felperin, will join us at the Big Sit between 9:00 to 11:00 with some of his animal ambassador friends. During previous Big Sits, Matt has brought Smoke the Screech Owl and other raptors, along with amphibians and reptiles. All are happy to interact with visitors and pose for pictures.
In case of inclement weather cancellation information will be posted here and on the Loudoun Wildlife Facebook page.
Questions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.

Celebrate Birds: Birding Banshee
2026-05-09 08:00 | Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve, 21085 The Woods Road, Leesburg, VA, United States
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 Friends of Banshee Reeks for the monthly bird walk at this birding hot spot. Bring binoculars if you have them. Registration required.
Questions: Contact Joe Coleman at jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org.
Registration

Celebrate Birds: Birding Bles Park
2026-05-16 08:00 | Bles Park, 44830 Riverside Pkwy, Ashburn, VA, 20147
Join us on a search for birds at this small but popular park and birding hotspot in eastern Loudoun that borders the Potomac River. The rich bottomland forests, extensive wetlands, and grassy areas that comprise the park attract a great variety of birds. Bring binoculars if you have them. Registration required.
Questions: Contact Bryan Henson at bhenson@loudounwildlife.org.
Registration

Celebrate Birds: Rockland Farm
2026-05-17 08:00
Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy on a special visit to this private 600-acre farm a little north of Leesburg. The farm, which has been in the same family since 1817, borders the Potomac River and is rich in wildlife because of the many kinds of habitats there. It includes a rich floodplain along the river, edge and meadow habitat, and on its northern border, Limestone Branch. The varied habitats should provide the group with a good variety of migrating birds as well as residents. Limit 12. meeting location and parking information will be emailed to registered participants. Registration required.
Questions: Contact Joe Coleman at jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org.
Registration

Young Birders Walk at Algonkian
2026-05-17 08:00 | Algonkian Park, 47001 Fairway Drive, Sterling, VA, 20165, United States
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.
Questions: Contact Young Birding Program Coordinator Patrick Lewis at plewis@loudounwildlife.org.
Registration

Birding Sweet Run
2026-05-23 08:00, 2026-06-27 08:00, 2026-07-25 08:00 | Sweet Run State Park, 11661 Harpers Ferry Road, Purcellville, VA, 20132
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.
Fee 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.
Questions: Contact Joe Coleman at jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org.
Registration

Birding Banshee
2026-06-13 08:00, 2026-07-11 08:00, 2026-08-08 08:00 | Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve, 21085 The Woods Road, Leesburg, VA, United States

Birding Algonkian
2026-07-19 08:00 | Algonkian Park, 47001 Fairway Drive, Sterling, VA, 20165, United States
Search for birds with Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy 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.
Questions: Contact Bryan Henson at bhenson@loudounwildife.org.
Registration
