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SUMMARY:Nature Playtime
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for Nature Playtime at the Gate House. We will do a fun\, fall-themed craft\, read some books\, and\, of course\, have plenty of time to play outside. Feel free to bring a snack and have a picnic. While all are welcome\, activities will target preschool to early elementary-aged children. View directions to the Gate House. Limit 15 children. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/nature-playtime-oct/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse at Morven Park\, 17638 Old Waterford Road\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Nature Playtime
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for Nature Playtime at the Gate House. We will do a fun\, fall-themed craft\, read some books\, and\, of course\, have plenty of time to explore outside. Feel free to bring a snack and have a picnic. While all are welcome\, activities will target preschool to early elementary-aged children. View directions to the Gate House. Limit 15 children. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration is closed.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/nature-playtime-sept/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse at Morven Park\, 17638 Old Waterford Road\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T113000
DTSTAMP:20260615T051635
CREATED:20240326T200450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240713T003818Z
UID:42922-1720864800-1720870200@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Nature Playtime
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for Nature Playtime at the Gate House. We will do a fun\, summer-themed craft\, read some books\, and\, of course\, have plenty of time to play outside in the creek. Feel free to bring a snack and have a picnic. While all are welcome\, activities will target preschool to early elementary-aged children. View directions to the Gate House. Limit 15 children. Registration required. \nNote: Playing in a creek can be messy business! You may want to bring a towel and change of clothes. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration is closed.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/nature-playtime-july/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse at Morven Park\, 17638 Old Waterford Road\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T051635
CREATED:20240329T202005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240330T211439Z
UID:32685-1720724400-1720731600@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Who Doesn’t Love Fireflies?
DESCRIPTION:Many of us have fond memories of catching fireflies on a summer evening. But why do fireflies flash? What do they eat? And are fireflies disappearing? Learn all about these fascinating insects in a lively\, family-friendly nature talk. After the talk\, bug scientists of all ages can try to catch and observe fireflies.  Presented by Ariel Firebaugh\, firefly researcher and Director of Scientific Engagement at UVA’s Blandy Experimental Farm. This program is co-sponsored by Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy and the Loudoun County Public Library.  No registration required. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/who-doesnt-love-fireflies/
LOCATION:Ashburn Library\, 43316 Hay Road\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly,Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T113000
DTSTAMP:20260615T051635
CREATED:20240326T195136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240622T184126Z
UID:42918-1719050400-1719055800@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Nature Playtime
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for Nature Playtime at the Gate House. We will do a fun\, summer-themed craft\, read some books\, and\, of course\, have plenty of time to play outside in the creek. Feel free to bring a snack and have a picnic. While all are welcome\, activities will target preschool to early elementary-aged children. View directions to the Gate House. Limit 15 children. Registration required. \nNote: Playing in a creek can be messy business! You may want to bring a towel and change of clothes. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration is closed.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/nature-playtime-june/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse at Morven Park\, 17638 Old Waterford Road\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T110000
DTSTAMP:20260615T051635
CREATED:20240429T185004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T125747Z
UID:43007-1717844400-1717844400@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Junior Arborist Academy Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Gate House for a tree-mendous class to earn your Junior Arborist certificate. We will learn about trees from Jenn Atkinson\, ISA Certified Arborist\, play fun interactive games in the trees\, and learn how we can each be a tree advocate. For preschool through 8th-grade children accompanied by an adult. View directions to the Gate House at Morven Park. Limit 30 adults and children. Registration required. \nNote:  all children must be accompanied by an adult. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/junior-arborist-festival/
LOCATION:Virginia
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://loudounwildlife.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/July-6-Taking-the-Earth-In-450px.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T100000
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CREATED:20240329T174328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T145401Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Playtime
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for Nature Playtime at the Gate House. We will do a fun\, spring-themed craft\, read some books\, and\, of course\, have plenty of time to play outside in the creek. Feel free to bring a snack and have a picnic. While all are welcome\, activities will target preschool to early elementary-aged children. View directions to the Gate House. Limit 15 children. Registration required. \nNote: Playing in a creek can be messy business! You may want to bring a towel and change of clothes. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.\nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/nature-playtime-may/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse at Morven Park\, 17638 Old Waterford Road\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T113000
DTSTAMP:20260615T051635
CREATED:20231206T215022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T121718Z
UID:42017-1713607200-1713612600@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Nature Playtime
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for Nature Playtime at the Gate House. We will do a fun\, spring-themed craft\, read some books\, and\, of course\, have plenty of time to play outside in the creek. Feel free to bring a snack and have a picnic. While all are welcome\, activities will target preschool to early elementary-aged children. View directions to the Gate House. Limit 15 children. Registration required. \nNote: Playing in a creek can be messy business! You may want to bring a towel and change of clothes. \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/nature-playtime-apr/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse at Morven Park\, 17638 Old Waterford Road\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://loudounwildlife.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/creekbed_Sarah-Whitlock-Kabealo-450px.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T051635
CREATED:20240111T185158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T170840Z
UID:42215-1713105000-1713110400@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Creek Critters of Loudoun\, Lovettsville Community Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy to get up close and personal with the creek critters living in the stream at Lovettsville Community Park. Loudoun Wildlife Stream Team members will discuss the natural history of these critters\, help participants learn how to identify them\, and explain how they can help us determine the health of a stream. Registration required through Loudoun Parks\, Recreation & Community Services. \nQuestions: Contact aulland@loudounwildlife.org. \n 
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/creek-critters-lovettsville/
LOCATION:Lovettsville Community Park\, 39550 Lovettsville Park Drive\, Lovettsville\, Virginia\, 20180
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240324T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240324T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T051635
CREATED:20220111T164544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T225729Z
UID:34904-1711285200-1711285200@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Creek Critters of Loudoun\, South Fork of the Catoctin
DESCRIPTION:Join the Purcellville Parks and Recreation Advisory Board\, Purcellville Tree and Environment Sustainability Committee and Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy to get up close and personal with the creek critters living in the South Fork of the Catoctin Creek at the Chapman DeMary Trail.  Loudoun Wildlife Stream Team members will discuss the natural history of these critters\, help participants learn how to identify them\, and explain how they can help us determine the health of a stream.  Registration required through Purcellville Parks and Recreation.   REGISTRATION IS FULL. \nQuestions: Contact Amy Ulland at aulland@loudounwildlife.org
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/creek-critters-catoctin/
LOCATION:Virginia
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly,Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T113000
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CREATED:20231206T214854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T123657Z
UID:42014-1710583200-1710588600@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Nature Playtime
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for Nature Playtime at the Gate House. We will do a fun\, winter-themed craft\, read some books\, and\, of course\, have plenty of time to play outside in the creek. Feel free to bring a snack and have a picnic. While all are welcome\, activities will target preschool to early elementary-aged children. View directions to the Gate House. Limit 15 children. Registration required. \nNote: Playing in a creek can be messy business! You may want to bring a towel and change of clothes. \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 is full.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/nature-playtime-mar/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse at Morven Park\, 17638 Old Waterford Road\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://loudounwildlife.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/reading-Sarah-Whitlock-Kabealo-450px.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T051635
CREATED:20240111T144758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T150200Z
UID:42192-1710079200-1710082800@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Build Like a Beaver
DESCRIPTION:First\, we’ll learn the basics of beaver behavior through interactive story and song. Then we’ll explore the difference between a dam and a lodge\, learning all about the impressive structures these ecosystem engineers create. Finally\, we’ll use natural materials to work in groups and build like a beaver! Educational materials on coexisting with beavers (and addressing the problems they can cause) will be available for adults as well. This family-friendly program is co-sponsored by Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy and the Loudoun County Public Library. No registration needed. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/build-like-a-beaver/
LOCATION:Rust Library\, 380 Old Waterford Rd NW\, Leesburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T113000
DTSTAMP:20260615T051635
CREATED:20231206T214324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T194729Z
UID:42011-1708768800-1708774200@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Nature Playtime
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for Nature Playtime at the Gate House. We will do a fun\, winter-themed craft\, read some books\, and\, of course\, have plenty of time to play outside in the creek. Feel free to bring a snack and have a picnic. While all are welcome\, activities will target preschool to early elementary-aged children. View directions to the Gate House. Limit 15 children. Registration required. \nNote: Playing in a creek can be messy business! You may want to bring a towel and change of clothes. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration is full.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/nature-playtime-feb/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse at Morven Park\, 17638 Old Waterford Road\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://loudounwildlife.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Nature-Play4_Elena-Karakozoff-450px.jpg
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