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SUMMARY:Celebrate Birds: 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 Friends of Banshee Reeks for the monthly bird walk at this birding hot spot. Bring binoculars if you have them.  Registration required.  \nQuestions: Contact Joe Coleman at jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-banshee-may/
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:20260516T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T080000
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Birds: Birding Bles Park
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]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.  \nQuestions: Contact Bryan Henson at bhenson@loudounwildlife.org.\nRegistration\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-bles-park/
LOCATION:Bles Park\, 44830 Riverside Pkwy\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T080000
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CREATED:20260209T003734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T003734Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Birds: Rockland Farm
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]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. \nQuestions: Contact Joe Coleman at  jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/celebrate-birds-rockland-farm/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T080000
DTSTAMP:20260614T173102
CREATED:20260209T005219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T005231Z
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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/
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:20260523T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T080000
DTSTAMP:20260614T173102
CREATED:20260331T124258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T124258Z
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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-may/
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:20260613T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T080000
DTSTAMP:20260614T173102
CREATED:20260331T001810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T002527Z
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SUMMARY:Birding Banshee
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]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.  \nQuestions: Contact Joe Coleman at jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-banshee-june/
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:20260627T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T080000
DTSTAMP:20260614T173102
CREATED:20260331T124741Z
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UID:53503-1782547200-1782547200@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/
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:20260711T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T080000
DTSTAMP:20260614T173102
CREATED:20260331T002804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T002804Z
UID:53457-1783756800-1783756800@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Birding Banshee
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]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.  \nQuestions: Contact Joe Coleman at jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-banshee-july/
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:20260719T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T080000
DTSTAMP:20260614T173102
CREATED:20260331T131240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T132515Z
UID:53508-1784448000-1784448000@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Birding Algonkian
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]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. \nQuestions: Contact Bryan Henson at bhenson@loudounwildife.org.\nRegistration\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-algonkian-july/
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:20260725T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T080000
DTSTAMP:20260614T173102
CREATED:20260331T125033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T125033Z
UID:53505-1784966400-1784966400@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-july/
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:20260808T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T080000
DTSTAMP:20260614T173102
CREATED:20260331T003202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T003202Z
UID:53460-1786176000-1786176000@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Birding Banshee
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]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.  \nQuestions: Contact Joe Coleman at jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-banshee-august/
LOCATION:Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve\, 21085 The Woods Road\, Leesburg\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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