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SUMMARY:Writing in Nature at Waterford Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Join Nancy Morgan\, director emeritus of the 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.Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/writing-in-nature-nov/
LOCATION:Waterford Foundation Old School\, 40222 Fairfax Street\, Waterford\, va
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Other event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T203000
DTSTAMP:20261005T042226Z
CREATED:20261005T042226Z
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UID:54924-1794337200-1794342600@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Right Tool\, Right Time: Herbicides for Invasive Plants
DESCRIPTION:Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy for an informative discussion on safe and effective herbicide usage for invasive plant management. Leah Sattler\, Program Administrator for Loudoun’s Invasive Plant Species Management Program\, will discuss best management practices for herbicide usage. Come learn about methods like the window-cut and hack-and-squirt\, get information on how to select an herbicide\, and leave equipped with the knowledge of how to safely and effectively control invasive plants. Join us in the Storytime room at Rust Library. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration requested: \nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/herbicides-for-invasive-plants/
LOCATION:Rust Library\, 380 Old Waterford Rd NW\, Leesburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T080000
DTSTAMP:20261005T033849Z
CREATED:20261005T032642Z
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UID:54898-1794643200-1794643200@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Birding Banshee
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a beginning birder or an expert\, you’ll be dazzled by the many bird species you’ll find at Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve south of Leesburg. Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy and the Friends of Banshee Reeks for the monthly bird walk at this birding hotspot. This is a regular outing that takes place the second Saturday of every month. Bring binoculars if you have them. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact Joe Coleman at jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-banshee-november/
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:20261115T080000
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DTSTAMP:20261005T034538Z
CREATED:20261005T033759Z
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UID:54909-1794729600-1794729600@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Birding Algonkian
DESCRIPTION:Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy on a search for birds 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
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-algonkian-november/
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:20261115T080000
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SUMMARY:Young Birders Walk at Algonkian
DESCRIPTION: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
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/young-birders-walk-at-algonkian-nov/
LOCATION:Algonkian Park\, 47001 Fairway Drive\, Sterling\, VA\, 20165\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Featured Event
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DTSTAMP:20260810T210202Z
CREATED:20260717T200731Z
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UID:54242-1794751200-1794758400@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Walk for Wildlife Closing Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a nature-enthusiast gathering at Lost Rhino Brewing Company in Ashburn to celebrate Walk for Wildlife. We’ll hand out awards and share some highlights from the event along with celebrating the community science efforts and the positive impact they have on our community.  We’ll also have some great door prizes.  Registration requested. \nPlease note that this event is limited to Walk for Wildlife participants. \nQuestions: Email us at walkforwildlife@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration will be open at a later date \nRSVP
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/walk-for-wildlife-closing-celebration/
LOCATION:Lost Rhino Brewing Company\, 21730 Red Rum Drive #142\, Ashburn\, Virginia\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Other event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T080000
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UID:54927-1795248000-1795248000@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Birding Bles Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy on a search for birds at Bles Park in eastern Loudoun. Bles is a birding hotspot that borders the Potomac River and has a mix of different water habitats that appeal to a diverse mix of species. We’ll meet at the parking lot near the playground. Bring binoculars if you have them. We’ll meet at the parking lot near the playground. Registration required.  \nQuestions: Contact Bryan Henson at bhenson@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-bles/
LOCATION:Bles Park\, 44830 Riverside Pkwy\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261128T080000
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DTSTAMP:20261005T040109Z
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UID:54922-1795852800-1795852800@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Birding Sweet Run
DESCRIPTION: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
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-sweet-run-november/
LOCATION:Sweet Run State Park\, 11661 Harpers Ferry Road\, Purcellville\, VA\, 20132
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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