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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T120000
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UID:46942-1748692800-1748714400@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Loudoun Pride Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Loudoun Pride Festival has moved to a new location: the festival field at Ida Lee Park (see map below).  Over 150 local partners are participating\, including Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy.  Throughout the afternoon enjoy musical performances\, animal ambassadors from Blue Ridge Wildlife Center\, axe throwing\, bounce houses and much more. Visit the Loudoun Wildlife booth to learn about all our citizen science\, education\, habitat restoration and advocacy programs. Stock up on our newest Loudoun Wildlife gear and buy a book or two while you are there. \nFor more information on the festival\, visit the festival website. Note: all attendees must purchase a ticket to enter the festival. \nWould you like to volunteer to staff our booth at the festival?  Sign up to volunteer.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/loudoun-pride-festival/
LOCATION:Ida Lee Park\, 60 Ida Lee Dr. NW\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Other event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T183000
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UID:46617-1748370600-1748376000@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Native Plant Book Club: Bad Naturalist
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Watermark Woods\, Birch Tree Bookstore and Loudoun County Public Library\, join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy for the next Read! Plant! Grow! book club meeting at Birch Tree Bookstore and Foliage Plants in Leesburg. We will be discussing Bad Naturalist  by Paula Whyman. With humor\, humility\, and awe\, Paula writes about her attempts to restore 200 acres of farmland long gone-to-seed in the Blue Ridge Mountains\, facing her own limitations while getting to know a breathtaking corner of the natural world. \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.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/native-plant-book-club-10/
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:20250502T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T200000
DTSTAMP:20260125T115847Z
CREATED:20250114T195447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T115847Z
UID:45865-1746205200-1746216000@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Loudoun Student Environmental Action Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Find new ways to connect with nature and support environmental stewardship in Loudoun. Students in grades K–12 share their artwork and efforts to reduce waste\, conserve energy\, improve water quality\, protect habitat\, and solve eco-challenges. Community groups offer hands-on activities\, resources\, and volunteer opportunities. Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy is participating in this showcase along with Loudoun County Public Schools\, Loudoun Environmental Education Alliance\, and Northwest Virginia Regional GREENetwork. Learn more at loudounnature.org.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/loudoun-seas-2025/
LOCATION:Academies of Loudoun\, 42075 Loudoun Academy Drive\, Leesburg\, Virginia\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Other event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T123000
DTSTAMP:20260125T005335Z
CREATED:20250115T204316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T005335Z
UID:45907-1746097200-1746102600@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Writing in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join Nancy Morgan\, Director Emeritus\, Georgetown Lombardi Arts and Humanities Program\, for this monthly opportunity\, 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. View directions to the Gate House. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.\nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/writing-in-nature-may-2025/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse at Morven Park\, 17638 Old Waterford Road\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Other event
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CREATED:20250220T144305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T120140Z
UID:46254-1745748000-1745773200@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Leesburg Flower and Garden Festival
DESCRIPTION:Kick off spring at the annual Leesburg Flower and Garden Festival (see map below for location).  Visit the Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy booth to learn about all our citizen science\, education\, habitat restoration and advocacy programs.  Stock up on our newest LWC gear and buy a book or two while you are there. \nFor more information on the festival\, visit the festival website.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/leesburg-flower-garden-festival-sunday/
LOCATION:Leesburg Flower & Garden Fair\, King St.\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Other event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T180000
DTSTAMP:20250422T120232Z
CREATED:20250220T144242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T120232Z
UID:46253-1745661600-1745690400@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Leesburg Flower and Garden Festival
DESCRIPTION:Kick off spring at the annual Leesburg Flower and Garden Festival (see map below for location).  Visit the Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy booth to learn about all our citizen science\, education\, habitat restoration and advocacy programs.  Stock up on our newest LWC gear and buy a book or two while you are there. \nFor more information on the festival\, visit the festival website.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/leesburg-flower-garden-festival/
LOCATION:Leesburg Flower & Garden Fair\, King St.\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Other event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T110000
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CREATED:20250115T203631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T005256Z
UID:45904-1743678000-1743683400@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Writing in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join Nancy Morgan\, Director Emeritus\, Georgetown Lombardi Arts and Humanities Program\, for this monthly opportunity\, 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. View directions to the Gate House. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.\nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/writing-in-nature-april-2025/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse at Morven Park\, 17638 Old Waterford Road\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Other event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T123000
DTSTAMP:20260125T003935Z
CREATED:20250103T200348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T003935Z
UID:45783-1741258800-1741264200@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Writing in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join Nancy Morgan\, Director Emeritus\, Georgetown Lombardi Arts and Humanities Program\, for this monthly  opportunity\, 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. View directions to the Gate House at Morven Park. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.\nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/writing-in-nature-march-2025/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse at Morven Park\, 17638 Old Waterford Road\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Other event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T203000
DTSTAMP:20250107T203944Z
CREATED:20250102T141048Z
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UID:45765-1740510000-1740515400@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Native Plant Book Club: The Secret Network of Nature
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Watermark Woods\, Birch Tree Bookstore and Loudoun County Public Library\, join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy for the next Read! Plant! Grow! book club meeting at Birch Tree Bookstore and Foliage Plants in Leesburg. We will be discussing The Secret Network of Nature: Trees\, Animals\, and the Extraordinary Balance of All Living Things—Stories from Science and Observation by Peter Wohlleben. Peter describes the fascinating interplay between animals and plants and answers such questions as: How do they influence each other? Do life-forms communicate across species boundaries? And what happens when this finely tuned system gets out of sync? \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.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/native-plant-book-club-9/
LOCATION:Birch Tree Bookstore\, 11 West Market Street\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176
CATEGORIES:Other event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T140000
DTSTAMP:20241205T142951Z
CREATED:20241003T145808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T142951Z
UID:45037-1733666400-1733666400@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Winter Sowing Workshop on the Mountain: Cultivating Springtime Hope
DESCRIPTION:Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy and Virginia Master Naturalist BJ Lecrone at the Gatehouse at Morven Park for fellowship and discussion about native plants and share the joy of growing native plants for pollinators. We will plant native plant seeds in recycled plastic containers (which participants will need to bring). We will provide the soil and BJ’s favorite seeds for free. It’s fun to create your own science experiment each year and then patiently wait through the winter and watch them grow outside in the spring. Thanks to Watermark Woods Native Plants for donating potting soil. Directions will be sent to registered participants.  Family-friendly; limit 15. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.\nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/winter-sowing-workshop-mountain/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Other event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T203000
DTSTAMP:20240910T152557Z
CREATED:20240910T151636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T152557Z
UID:44803-1732647600-1732653000@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Native Plant Book Club: The Language of Trees
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Watermark Woods\, Birch Tree Bookstore and Loudoun County Public Library\, join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy for the next Read! Plant! Grow! book club meeting at Birch Tree Bookstore and Foliage Plants in Leesburg. We will be discussing The Language of Trees by Katie Holten. This book is a collection by Katie Holten and 50 other contributors\, inspired by forests\, trees\, leaves\, roots and seeds and is profoundly insightful and beautifully illustrated. The Language of Trees explores our bond with literature and landscape\, blending storytelling and art into a breathtaking celebration of trees throughout history. \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.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/native-plant-book-club-8/
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:20240827T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240827T203000
DTSTAMP:20240626T183744Z
CREATED:20240619T181310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T183744Z
UID:43843-1724785200-1724790600@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Native Plant Book Club: The Backyard Bird Chronicles
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Watermark Woods\, Birch Tree Bookstore and Loudoun County Public Library\, join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy for the next Read! Plant! Grow! book club meeting at Birch Tree Bookstore in Leesburg. This month we are reading The Backyard Bird Chronicles by Amy Tan. Tracking the natural beauty that surrounds us\, Amy Tan maps the passage of time through daily entries\, thoughtful questions and beautiful original sketches. \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.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/native-plant-book-club-7/
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:20240528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240528T203000
DTSTAMP:20240504T150028Z
CREATED:20240105T210716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240504T150028Z
UID:42136-1716922800-1716928200@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Native Plant Book Club: The Humane Gardener
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Watermark Woods\, Birch Tree Bookstore and Loudoun County Public Library\, join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy for the next Read! Plant! Grow! book club meeting at Birch Tree Bookstore in Leesburg. This month we are reading The Humane Gardener: Nurturing a Backyard Habitat for Wildlife (How to Create a Sustainable and Ethical Garden that Promotes Native Wildlife\, Plants\, and Biodiversity) by Nancy Lawson. Local author Nancy Lawson uses engaging anecdotes and inspired advice\, profiles of home gardeners throughout the United States\, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists to demonstrate how we can apply the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. \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.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/native-plant-book-club-6/
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:20240227T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T203000
DTSTAMP:20240103T134414Z
CREATED:20240103T134147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T134414Z
UID:42125-1709060400-1709065800@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Native Plant Book Club - The Comfort of Crows: A Backyard Year
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Watermark Woods\, Birch Tree Bookstore and Loudoun County Public Library\, join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy for the next Read! Plant! Grow! book club meeting at Birch Tree Bookstore in Leesburg. This month we are reading The Comfort of Crows: A Backyard Year by Margaret Renkl. The book traces the passing of seasons\, both  personal and natural. \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.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/native-plant-book-club-5r/
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:20240123T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T203000
DTSTAMP:20240103T141252Z
CREATED:20231218T134039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T141252Z
UID:42064-1706036400-1706041800@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Rescheduled: Native Plant Book Club - The Comfort of Crows: A Backyard Year 
DESCRIPTION:This event has been rescheduled to February 27. \nIn collaboration with Watermark Woods\, Birch Tree Bookstore and Loudoun County Public Library\, join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy for the next Read! Plant! Grow! book club meeting at Birch Tree Bookstore in Leesburg. This month we are reading The Comfort of Crows: A Backyard Year by Margaret Renkl. The book traces the passing of seasons\, both  personal and natural. \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.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/native-plant-book-club-5/
LOCATION:Birch Tree Bookstore\, 11 West Market Street\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Other event
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