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SUMMARY:Celebrate Birds: Big Sit at Algonkian Park
DESCRIPTION:Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy is excited to be partnering with NOVA Parks for a Big Sit at Algonkian Regional Park. \nWhat is a Big Sit?\nSome 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! \nWho should attend?\nAnyone 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. \nDetails \nSmoke the Screech Owl \nWe 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. \nNOVA 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. \nIn case of inclement weather cancellation information will be posted here and on the Loudoun Wildlife Facebook page. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/celebrate-birds-big-sit-at-algonkian-park/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly,Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T080000
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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:20260526T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140115
CREATED:20260329T012236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T140233Z
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Book Club: Crossings - Date Change!
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join our partners Watermark Woods Native Plants\, Loudoun County Public Library (LCPL)\, and Birch Tree Bookstore for the Read! Plant! Grow! Book Club\, which focuses on native plants\, sponsored by Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy and LCPL. At this meeting we’ll discuss the book Crossings by Ben Goldfarb. This book explores about how road ecology is shaping the future of our planet. \nYou can either buy the book from Birch Tree Bookstore or contact Allison Forbes at Allison.forbes@loudoun.gov to borrow a copy of the book at the library. There are two ways to participate: attend the event online via the library website or sign up to participate in person at Birch Tree Bookstore. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/crossings/
LOCATION:Birch Tree Bookstore\, 11 West Market Street\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Other event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T193000
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SUMMARY:Date Change: The Bats of Loudoun: An Evening with Our Nocturnal Neighbors
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join us at JK Black Oak for an unforgettable outdoor evening celebrating one of nature’s most misunderstood creatures. Local bat researcher and enthusiast Bruce Kimmel will take us on a journey through bat biology\, history\, and the fascinating world of echolocation — then we’ll take a short walk to a neighboring clearing to experience echolocation firsthand. As darkness falls after the 8:24 sunset\, we’ll gather with handheld acoustic monitors to listen for the ultrasonic calls of bats hunting overhead in real time. The talk draws on data from Loudoun’s own acoustic bat monitoring project\, uploaded to the National Acoustic Bat Monitoring (NABat) database\, giving us a rare window into which species are using our local landscape. JK Black Oak holds the special distinction as the only site in Loudoun known to consistently support the Northern Long-eared Bat\, a federally endangered species — making this sanctuary a critical refuge and this evening a unique opportunity to learn about a bat (and many others!) few people encounter. Whether you are a curious newcomer or a seasoned naturalist\, come listen to the night come alive. Directions will be emailed to registered participants. Limit 20. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/the-bats-of-loudoun-county/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T170000
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SUMMARY:Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy's Annual Meeting (Sponsored by Wegman's)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join us at our new home in Waterford for our Annual Meeting\, an inspiring celebration of Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy! We’re honored to welcome Dr. Mamie Parker as our keynote speaker. \nDr. Parker is the former head of Fisheries for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)\, and she’s the first African American to serve as the FWS Regional Director of the 13 Northeastern states. She will deliver an engaging message that will energize and motivate. \nThe meeting will also include information tables related to LWC’s work and the winning projects of our Regional Science and Engineering Fair student winners. \nWe’ll also deliver some well-earned recognition to volunteers\, advocates\, and partners; share the highlights of our biggest year ever in 2025; and enjoy fun and fellowship with new and old friends. \nWe can’t wait to celebrate Loudoun Wildlife’s past\, present\, and future with you\, so register to attend today! (Attendance is free\, but Registration required) \nWHAT: Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy Annual Meeting \nWHERE: Old Waterford School Auditorium\, 40222 Fairfax Street\, Waterford\, Va. 20197 \nWHEN: Sunday\, June 7\, 2:30-5:00 p.m. A social time begins at 2:30 and the meeting starts at 3:00 p.m. sharp!\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”53770″ img_size=”large” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”link_image” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”53768″ img_size=”large” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”link_image” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”53769″ img_size=”large” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”link_image” css=””][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=””]\nRegistration\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Waterford Foundation Old School\, 40222 Fairfax Street\, Waterford\, va
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Featured Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T100000
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SUMMARY:Dragonfly Walk at Claude Moore Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s Bryan Henson on a leisurely walk in search of these beautiful and fascinating insects. Claude Moore Park provides great habitat for dragonflies and damselflies with its rich mix of aquatic habitats. This popular trip is always both fun and informative. Bring binoculars and water; hat and sunscreen suggested. Adults and interested children are welcome. We’ll meet at the parking lot next to the Nature Center. Limit 20. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact Bryan Henson at bhenson@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/dragonfly-walk-at-claude-moore-park/
LOCATION:Claude Moore Park\, 21544 Old Vestals Gap Road\, Sterling\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly,Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T150000
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CREATED:20260331T014115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T132024Z
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SUMMARY:Butterfly Walk at Sweet Run
DESCRIPTION:Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy and Virginia Master Naturalist Anne Ellis at the Sweet Run State Park for a leisurely walk in search of butterflies. We’ll explore the Xerces plantings\, “bugging strip”\, and nearby meadows. This is a good opportunity to learn some of the 50+ species that visit our gardens. If you are thinking about joining the annual butterfly count on August 1\, this will be a great opportunity to learn to identify some of the 50+ species we see in summer. This is a family-friendly event; ages 5+. We’ll meet at the Interpretive Center.  The Park is located just north of Neersville at 11661 Harpers Ferry Road (Route 671); see map below. Limit 16. 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 info@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/butterfly-walk-at-sweet-run/
LOCATION:Sweet Run State Park\, 11661 Harpers Ferry Road\, Purcellville\, VA\, 20132
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly,Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T130000
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SUMMARY:Writing in Nature
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]New location: the manor house at Rust Nature Sanctuary (see map below). \nJoin Nancy Morgan\, Director Emeritus\, Georgetown Lombardi Arts and Humanities Program\, for this monthly workshop\, presented by Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy\, to enjoy the combined health benefits of time spent in nature and writing thoughts and feelings.  Writing is often considered a solo\, reflective practice\, but writing in the company of others can be a supportive\, community building activity that encourages regular practice.  Each session is a stand-alone event – come when you are able. Registration for each session is open through the morning of the workshop. For directions\, click on the Google Map link at the bottom of this page. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/writing-in-nature-july/
LOCATION:Rust Nature Sanctuary\, 802 Childrens Center Rd SW\,\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Featured Event,Other event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T113000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140115
CREATED:20260331T015024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T160832Z
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SUMMARY:Butterfly Walk at Willowsford
DESCRIPTION:Many different habitats at Willowsford Conservancy make this an ideal place to find a wide variety of butterflies. Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s  Anne Ellis for a walk along the Farm Loop trail in search of Monarchs\, Tiger Swallowtails\, Summer Azures and many other native beauties. The wetland and adjacent farmland make this an ideal place to find a wide variety of butterflies. If you are planning to participate in Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s annual butterfly count on August 1\, this will be a great time to brush up on your identification skills. We’ll meet at the Conservancy’s Farm Stand demonstration garden. Limit 16 (Ages 5 and up).  Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/butterfly-walk-at-willowsford/
LOCATION:Willowsford Farm\, 23595 Founders Drive\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20148
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly,Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T160000
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CREATED:20260331T022209Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Butterfly Count: Let’s Count Butterflies!
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for some family fun in the summer sun? Would you like to join a nationally recognized community science program that researchers depend on? Then Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s 30th annual butterfly count is the place for you! Teams of experts\, enthusiasts\, and beginners will spend the day scouting gardens\, roadside ditches\, and public spaces in search of these amazing insects. It’s a big area and we need your help. No experience necessary and all ages are welcome. Your participation makes a difference!  Registration required. \nLearn more about the count (including the map of the count circle). \nAre you thinking about joining the count but have a few questions? Participate in one of the butterfly walks in June and July to learn more about butterflies and how to identify them. The walks are free\, family-friendly events. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/annual-butterfly-count-lets-count-butterflies/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Counts,Featured Event,Volunteer
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