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UID:28591-1716105600-1716105600@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate Birds: Birding Bles Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Allison Gallo and Bryan Henson on a search for birds at this small but popular park 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. Meet in the parking lot (there is only one). Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact Bryan Henson at bhenson@loudounwildlife.org.\nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-bles-park-may/
LOCATION:Bles Park\, 44830 Riverside Pkwy\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T080000
DTSTAMP:20240508T004006Z
CREATED:20240315T153231Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Birds: Farm Near Lincoln
DESCRIPTION:Join Joe Coleman and Mary Ann Good for a bird walk at a beautiful farm south of Lincoln that has rolling fields\, scrubby edges and a rich forest along the Goose Creek. We will hope for Grasshopper and Savannah Sparrows and numerous warblers along with other grassland and streamside species. Directions will be sent to registered participants. Limit 12. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact Joe Coleman at  jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org. \nWhen registration is full\, do not attempt to register. You can be added to the waitlist by emailing info@loudounwildlife.org. Be sure to include the event name and date in your email. You’ll be notified if space becomes available.\nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/celebrate-birds-lincoln/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T170000
DTSTAMP:20240408T123206Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Birds: Dulles Greenway Wetlands Evening Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Mary Ann Good and Jane Yocom for an early evening bird walk at the Dulles Greenway Wetlands. The Wetlands can be magical on a spring evening as ducks and wading birds drop in to overnight joining the many frogs and insects beginning their night chorus and the mammals stirring. Built in the early 1990s to replace the wetlands lost when the Dulles Greenway was built\, this wetlands along the Goose Creek near Oatlands is a great place to observe a wide variety of birds including a magnificent pair of Bald Eagles who have successfully nested there for nearly two decades. Expect to encounter rough terrain where walking is difficult as well as briars and wet/muddy spots. Parking information will be sent to participants prior to the walk. Limit 10. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact Joe Coleman at jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org. \nWhen registration is full\, do not attempt to register. You can be added to the waitlist by emailing info@loudounwildlife.org. Be sure to include the event name and date in your email. You’ll be notified if space becomes available.\nregistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/dulles-wetlands-celebrate-birds/
LOCATION:Dulles Wetlands Mitigation Project\, Oatlands Road\, Leesburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T093000
DTSTAMP:20240426T213005Z
CREATED:20240426T133511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T213005Z
UID:42229-1714204800-1714210200@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled: Young Birders Walk at Bles
DESCRIPTION:With spring migration taking off\, late April is a great time to join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s Young Birding Program at Bles Park in eastern Loudoun County. We’ll comb the variety of habitats that include wooded areas\, fields\, and a rare wetland for both year-round residents and exciting migrants. Whether you’ve never birded before\, are looking to sharpen your skills\, or just want to spend time in the field with other young birders\, this walk is for you. We’ll meet in the main parking lot. Bring binoculars if you have them (we’ll have a couple loaners). Limit 16. Registration required. \nNote: This walk is exclusively for young birders (ages 13–20); a parent/guardian is welcome to join you.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/young-birders-walk-april/
LOCATION:Bles Park\, 44830 Riverside Pkwy\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T080000
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DTSTAMP:20240422T145058Z
CREATED:20240106T211248Z
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UID:15727-1714204800-1714204800@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate Birds: Walk at Sweet Run
DESCRIPTION:Sweet Run State Park has 894 acres of diverse habitat consisting of vernal pools\, meadows\, ponds\, streams\, and a rich oak-hickory forest 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 using its richness\, especially in the springtime. Meet at the parking lot near the education center and bring binoculars. 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. \nQuestions: Contact Joe Coleman at jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org. \nFee Notice: Sweet Run will begin collecting parking fees on May 6 via self-pay kiosks located at each parking area/entrance. The fee for a standard vehicle is $10. View fee information.\nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-blue-ridge-center-april/
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:20240421T080000
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DTSTAMP:20240315T153836Z
CREATED:20231212T013734Z
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UID:28562-1713686400-1713686400@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate Birds: Birding Bles Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Allison Gallo and Bryan Henson 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.  Meet in the parking lot (there is only one). Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact Bryan Henson at bhenson@loudounwildlife.org.\nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-bles-park-april/
LOCATION:Bles Park\, 44830 Riverside Pkwy\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T080000
DTSTAMP:20240501T184956Z
CREATED:20240308T145556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T184956Z
UID:42685-1712390400-1712390400@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Young Birders Walk at the Dulles Wetlands
DESCRIPTION:Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s Young Birding Program for a bird walk at the Dulles Greenway Wetlands. This is a great chance to learn more about birds and birding with other interested young people\, whether you’re a beginner or an expert. Built in the early 1990s to replace the wetlands lost when the Dulles Greenway was built\, this wetlands along the Goose Creek near Oatlands is a great place to observe a wide variety of birds including small sparrows with their cryptic plumage\, stately wading birds\, and magnificent Bald Eagles who have successfully nested there for nearly two decades now. Bring binoculars if you have them. Expect to encounter rough terrain where walking is difficult. Directions and parking information will be sent to participants prior to the walk. Limit 12. Registration required. \nNote: This walk is exclusively for young birders (ages 13–20); a parent/guardian is welcome to join you. \nQuestions: Contact Patrick Lewis at plewis@loudounwildlife.org.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/young-birders-dulles-wetlands/
LOCATION:Dulles Wetlands Mitigation Project\, Oatlands Road\, Leesburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240317T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240317T080000
DTSTAMP:20240315T000350Z
CREATED:20240314T142427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T000350Z
UID:28304-1710662400-1710662400@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Birding Bles Park - Moved to Algonkian Park
DESCRIPTION:Due to the closure of Bles Park\, this walk has been moved to Algonkian Regional Park.  We’ll meet at the boat ramp. \nJoin Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy on our monthly bird walk at Bles Park\, located along the Potomac River in eastern Loudoun County. More than 175 different species of birds have been observed at Bles Park in the mix of habitat found there. Everyone is welcome\, whether you are an experienced or beginning birder. Bring binoculars if you have them. Meet in the parking lot (there is only one).  Registration Required. \nQuestions: Contact Bryan Henson at bhenson@loudounwildlife.org.\nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-bles-park-march/
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:20240312T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T184500
DTSTAMP:20240205T133235Z
CREATED:20240108T203616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T133235Z
UID:34869-1710269100-1710269100@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Woodcock Walk at JK Black Oak
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an early evening walk at JK Black Oak Wildlife Sanctuary.  We’ll take a short walk on this special property looking for birds; then as dusk settles in\, we’ll hope to hear the “peent” of American Woodcocks and see their incredible courtship display flight. Directions will be emailed to registered participants. Limit 10. Registration required. \nDue to the environmentally sensitive habitat and rare species\, JK Black Oak Wildlife Sanctuary is not open for general public access. \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. Be sure to include the event name and date in your email. You’ll be notified if space becomes available.\nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/woodcock-walk-black-oak/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T090000
DTSTAMP:20240308T221140Z
CREATED:20240111T143207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T221140Z
UID:42190-1709974800-1709974800@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled: Young Birding: Bird and Amphibian Walk at JK Black Oak
DESCRIPTION:This walk has been cancelled due to the predicted rain. If possible\, the walk will be rescheduled for a later date. \nJoin Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s Young Birding Program and Amphibian Monitoring Program for a bird and amphibian walk at JK Black Oak. We will explore part of the sanctuary searching for birds\, frogs\, and other amphibians. Along the way we will give bird and amphibian identification tips and fun facts about JK Black Oak’s vernal pools and wildlife. This is a great way to up your game\, meet other young people interested in wildlife\, and explore JK Black Oak. The sanctuary is one of Loudoun’s premier vernal pool habitats and is normally closed to the public. Bring binoculars if you have them (we’ll have a couple loaners)\, and wear appropriate shoes for wet\, unpaved trails. This walk is exclusively for young people ages 13–20; parent/guardian welcome. Limit 10. Directions will be provided to registered participants prior to the walk. Registration required. \nNote: Due to the environmentally sensitive habitat and rare species\, JK Black Oak is not open for general public access. \nQuestions: Contact Patrick Lewis at plewis@loudounwildlife.org
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/young-birding-amphibian/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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