Give Choose!
2026-03-24 | VA
Give Choose is 24 hours of giving organized by the Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties to benefit local charities serving our community. The goal is to inspire our community to come together to give generously to charities that make our community the best place to grow up and grow old. With a donation as little as $10, you can support wildlife habitat and help make Loudoun a place where people and wildlife thrive together.
To learn more and to support Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy on this day, please donate here. Early giving begins March 10, and you can donate any time through March 24.

Save the Bluebells: Garlic Mustard Pull
2026-03-26 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-28 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-09 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-16 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Ball’s Bluff Battlefield Regional Park, Ball's Bluff Road, Leesburg, VA
Garlic Mustard is an invasive species that began taking over Ball’s Bluff years ago. Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy mobilizes a crew in early spring to pull the invasive plant before it spreads further competing with the spring ephemerals that make the park so beautiful. Each invasive plant removed, no matter how small, makes an impact because the millions of seeds from the removed plants never get a chance to fall into the soil seed bank. Be part of this important habitat conservation project and sign up to be on a contacted each week with a reminder to attend the event. Registration required. You will be contacted each week to see if you can make it.
Questions: Contact BJ Lecrone at bjlecrone@loudounwildlife.org.
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Birding Sweet Run
2026-03-28 08:00 | Sweet Run State Park, 11661 Harpers Ferry Road, Purcellville, VA, 20132
Sweet Run State Park has 894 acres of diverse habitat consisting of vernal pools, meadows, ponds, streams, and a rich oak-hickory forest 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 wildlife with numerous bird species using 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.
Fee 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.
Questions: Contact Joe Coleman at jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org.
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Creek Critters
2026-03-29 13:00 | Chapman DeMary Trail, 205 East Hirst Road, Purcellville, VA, 20132, United States
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 tiny 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 the Purcellville Parks and Recreation and will be available in March.
Questions: Contact Amy Ulland at aulland@loudounwildlife.org

Writing in Nature
2026-04-02 11:00 - 13:00 | Rust Nature Sanctuary, 802 Childrens Center Rd SW,, Leesburg, VA, 20175, United States
New location: the manor house at Rust Nature Sanctuary (see map below).
Join 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.
Questions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.
Registration

Spring Wildflowers of Northern Virginia
2026-04-02 19:00 - 20:00 | Rust Library, 380 Old Waterford Rd NW, Leesburg, VA
As winter eases into spring, one of the first signs is the blooming of forest wildflowers. Some make dramatic carpets, some are tucked away in inconspicuous nooks; some are beautiful, and some are peculiar looking; many have interesting stories. Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s Bill Cour for this presentation to inspire you to get out and see them for yourself. Bill leads our weekly spring habitat restoration event, Save the Bluebells: Garlic Mustard Pull at Ball’s Bluff Park. This presentation takes place at Rust Library and is co-sponsored by the Loudoun County Public Library and Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy.
Registration requested.
Questions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.
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Cancelled: Work Day at JK Black Oak Wildlife Sanctuary
2026-04-04 09:30 - 12:30 | VA
Due to illness, the work day has been cancelled.
JK Black Oak Wildlife Sanctuary is a beautiful 89-acre wildlife preserve located in Lucketts that is owned by Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy. Join us for the first work day of 2026 when we’ll be rerouting one of the trails plus a couple of other small projects. Additional information and directions to the site will be provided a couple of days before the event. Due to the environmentally sensitive habitat and rare species, JK Black Oak is not open for general public access. 20 volunteers needed – volunteers must be at least 16 years old to participate.
Please note: Work days require physical activity, which may be strenuous, such as digging and sawing in weedy, overgrown areas. Please be aware that poison ivy and ticks may present. Long sleeves and pants, gardening gloves and insect repellant are recommended. Closed-toe shoes or boots are required. If you do not enjoy working in these types of conditions, you should seek out other volunteer opportunities.
Questions: Contact sferguson@loudounwildlife.org.

Stream Monitoring at Cattail Branch in Leesburg
2026-04-04 09:30 - 13:00 | VA
Curious about what’s living beneath the surface of our local streams? Now’s your chance to find out.
Join Traci, one of Loudoun Wildlife’s certified stream monitors, at our Cattail Branch site in Leesburg and discover the hidden world of aquatic life while helping monitor the health of Loudoun’s waterways. Whether you’re brand new to stream monitoring or have helped with an event before, this is a great opportunity to learn, contribute to real science, and see the stream in a whole new way.
We’ll email the exact location to registered participants closer to the event. Please wear water boots. All other equipment will be provided. 3 volunteers needed, ages 16 and up. Registration required. Rain date is April 18.
How to Sign Up!
Fill out this form to sign up! Amy Ulland at aulland@loudounwildlife.org will confirm your registration and send you a Google invitation with location information. Space is limited and filled on a first-come first-served basis, so sign up early to secure your spot. If this survey is no longer listed on the form, please email Amy to be added to the waitlist.

Spring Wildflowers at Ball’s Bluff
2026-04-04 10:00 | Ball’s Bluff Battlefield Regional Park, Ball's Bluff Road, Leesburg, VA
Join John DeMary, well-known local naturalist and retired teacher, on a field trip to explore Ball’s Bluff to explore this beautiful wooded riverside park for the early spring wildflowers that enrich the Potomac River Valley. Limit 15. Registration required
Questions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.
Registration

Will My Well Go Dry? - Woodgrove Event
2026-04-06 18:30 | Woodgrove High School, 36811 Allder School Rd, Purcellville, VA, 20132
In Western Loudoun, our homes, businesses, farms, and livestock depend on whether we can get water from our wells. But according to a new scientific study:

Our water tables are steadily falling
In 1990 there were 10,000 active wells in western Loudoun. Now there are 19,000
Hooking rural areas up to Loudoun Water would be financially disastrous.

To learn more and become involved in protecting and preserving our groundwater supplies, join us at one of our FREE Community Groundwater events.
Sponsored by Loudoun County Preservation and Conservation Coalition. Event 1 of 3.
Questions: Contact Trinity Mills at tmills@loudounwildlife.org.

Spring Wildflowers at Ball’s Bluff
2026-04-10 13:00 | Ball’s Bluff Battlefield Regional Park, Ball's Bluff Road, Leesburg, VA
Join Bill Cour, Virginia Master Naturalist, for a Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy field trip to explore Ball’s Bluff, for the early spring wildflowers that enrich the Potomac River Valley. Limit 15. Registration required
Questions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.
Registration

Birding Banshee
2026-04-11 08:00 | Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve, 21085 The Woods Road, Leesburg, VA, United States
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.
Questions: Contact Joe Coleman at jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org.
Registration

Spring Native Plant Sale at Morven Park
2026-04-11 09:00 - 14:00 | Main Visitor Parking Lot at Morven Park, Southern Planter Ln, Leesburg, VA, 20176, United States
Native plants add beauty and interest to your garden year-round and provide habitat for wildlife. At Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s Spring Native Plant Sale, you’ll find a diverse selection of flowers, vines, trees, shrubs, and ferns from five outstanding local nurseries: Hill House Farm & Nursery, Nature By Design, Seven Bends Nursery, Watermark Woods Native Plants, and Yellow House Natives.
Our knowledgeable volunteers will be on hand to help you choose plants suited to your space and goals. Be sure to visit the Native Plant Information Center for expert talks offered throughout the day on topics like native plants for beginners, transitioning to a native garden, and managing invasive species. Enjoy a cup of coffee from a local vendor while you explore tables hosted by nonprofit partners working to protect and restore native ecosystems. You’ll also learn about our programs and how to get involved in local conservation efforts.
Native Plant Talks and Demos – 10:00am-12:15pm
Join us at our Native Plant Information Center for talks and demos from native plant experts from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Whether you’re new to natives or expanding an existing garden or meadow, we can tell you about some of our favorites for sun or shade, wet or dry spots—and more. Plus, we’ll have native plants and pictures on display to help you decide what you want to add to your home garden’s habitat.
9:00 – 10:00 am – Meet the Natives
We’ll have pictures, brochures and plants on hand as we answer general questions about natives and the plant sale.
10:00 – 10:45 am – NoVa’s Native Plants: From Ecological “Why” to Backyard “How”
Think globally; act locally in your own yard! This talk by Jim Knowles of Abernethy & Spencer Garden Center will feature the eco-benefits and planting tips for Northern Virginia native staples.
10:45 – 11:30 am – “Wilding” Your Property: LWC’s Wildlife Sanctuary Program
Whether you’re battling invasive English Ivy or looking to replace a thirsty lawn, get free advice on how to “rewild” your land with both beauty and purpose. Wildlife Sanctuary ambassadors Brian Magurn and BJ Lecrone tell us how we can bring our land back to life, one property at a time.
11:30 am – 12:15 pm – They Don’t Belong Here: Identifying and Removing Invasive Plants
Learn how to identify NoVa’s invasive plants (including those in your own backyard), why they’re harmful, and how to remove them effectively. You’ll also learn from LIRA founder Mike Littman how invasive plants inspired a major “grassroots” movement in Loudoun-and how you can be a part of it.
12:15 – 1:00 pm – Creating habitat at home
Think “native” means “messy”? Think again. Join native landscape designer Reneé Kitt of Ahimsa Native Plants for a fresh look at how to use Virginia’s local flora to create sophisticated, structured and stunning outdoor spaces.
If you have boxes for carrying your plants, please bring them. If you have extra boxes, bring them for others to use.
Questions: Contact nativeplantsale@loudounwildlife.org</br?>

Spring Wildflowers at Rockland Farm
2026-04-12 13:00 | VA
Join Piedmont Virginia Native Plant Society and Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy for a field trip to explore this beautiful area near White’s Ferry for the early spring wildflowers. Limit 15. Registration required
Questions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.
Registration

Will My Well Go Dry? - Lucketts event
2026-04-13 18:30 | Lucketts Community Center, 42361 Lucketts Road, Leesburg, VA, 20176
In Western Loudoun, our homes, businesses, farms, and livestock depend on whether we can get water from our wells. But according to a new scientific study:

Our water tables are steadily falling
In 1990 there were 10,000 active wells in western Loudoun. Now there are 19,000
Hooking rural areas up to Loudoun Water would be financially disastrous.

To learn more and become involved in protecting and preserving our groundwater supplies, join us at one of our FREE Community Groundwater events.
Sponsored by Loudoun County Preservation and Conservation Coalition. Event 2 of 3.
Questions: Contact Trinity Mills at tmills@loudounwildlife.org.

Stream Monitoring at Town Branch in Leesburg
2026-04-17 09:00 - 12:30 | VA
Curious about what’s lurking beneath the surface of our local streams? Now’s your chance to find out. Join our dedicated Stream Team and help uncover the hidden world of aquatic life while playing a vital role in monitoring the health of Loudoun’s beautiful waterways. Whether you’re a seasoned nature enthusiast or just looking to try something new, this is your opportunity to explore, learn and contribute — all under the guidance of our expert certified stream monitors.
Please ensure you’re available for both the original and rain dates. We’ll email the exact location to registered participants closer to the event. Please wear water boots. All other equipment will be provided. 2 volunteers needed, ages 13 and up. Those under the age of 16 will need to be accompanied by an adult. Registration required. Rain date is May 1.
How to Sign Up
Fill out this form to sign up! Amy Ulland at aulland@loudounwildlife.org will confirm your registration and send you a Google invitation with location information. Space is limited and filled on a first-come first-served basis, so sign up early to secure your spot. If this survey is no longer listed on the form, please email Amy to be added to the waitlist.

Celebrate Birds: Birding Broad Run Stream Valley Park
2026-04-18 08:00 | VA
Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy in search of birds at this surprisingly rich park along Broad Run, which combine several different habitat types, including rich floodplain on both sides of the stream, edge and meadow habitat, and multiple ponds. The varied habitat should provide the group with a good variety of migrating birds from shorebirds to warblers, as well as residents. Parking information will be emailed to registered participants.. Limit 15. Registration required.
Questions: Contact jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org.
Registration

Stream Monitoring at Tuscarora Creek at W&OD, Leesburg
2026-04-18 09:00 - 12:30 | VA
Curious about what’s lurking beneath the surface of our local streams? Now’s your chance to find out. Join our dedicated Stream Team and help uncover the hidden world of aquatic life while playing a vital role in monitoring the health of Loudoun’s beautiful waterways. Whether you’re a seasoned nature enthusiast or just looking to try something new, this is your opportunity to explore, learn, and contribute — all under the guidance of our expert certified stream monitors.
Please ensure you’re available for both the original and rain dates. We’ll email the exact location to registered participants closer to the event. Please wear water boots. All other equipment will be provided. 1 volunteers needed, ages 13 and up. Those under the age of 16 will need to be accompanied by an adult. Registration required.
How to Sign Up:
Fill out this form to sign up! Amy Ulland at aulland@loudounwildlife.org will confirm your registration and send you a Google invitation with location information. Space is limited and filled on a first-come first-served basis, so sign up early to secure your spot. If this survey is no longer listed on the form, please email Amy to be added to the waitlist.

Stream Monitoring at Balls Run in Waterford
2026-04-18 09:30 - 12:30 | VA
Curious about what’s lurking beneath the surface of our local streams? Now’s your chance to find out. Join our dedicated Stream Team and help uncover the hidden world of aquatic life while playing a vital role in monitoring the health of Loudoun’s beautiful waterways. Whether you’re a seasoned nature enthusiast or just looking to try something new, this is your opportunity to explore, learn and contribute — all under the guidance of our expert certified stream monitors.
Please ensure you’re available for both the original and rain dates. We’ll email the exact location to registered participants closer to the event. Please wear water boots. All other equipment will be provided. 3 volunteers needed, ages 13 and up. Those under the age of 16 will need to be accompanied by an adult. Registration required. Rain date is April 25.
How to Sign Up:
Fill out this form to sign up! Amy Ulland at aulland@loudounwildlife.org will confirm your registration and send you a Google invitation with location information. Space is limited and filled on a first-come first-served basis, so sign up early to secure your spot. If this survey is no longer listed on the form, please email Amy to be added to the waitlist.

Celebrate Birds: Birding Algonkian
2026-04-19 08:00 | Algonkian Park, 47001 Fairway Drive, Sterling, VA, 20165, United States
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. Bring binoculars if you have them. We’ll meet at the boat ramp next to the parking lot. (Boat ramp location.) Registration required.
Questions: Contact bhenson@loudounwildlife.org.
Registration

Young Birders Walk at Bles Park
2026-04-19 08:00 | Bles Park, 44830 Riverside Pkwy, Ashburn, VA, 20147
Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s Young Birding Program for a bird walk for young birders at Bles Park. This park is a birding hotspot with a mix of water habitats that attract a diverse mix of species. Bring binoculars if you have them or we will have some to share. We’ll meet at the parking lot near the playground. This walk is exclusively for young birders ages 10–18; a parent/guardian is welcome. Registration required
Questions: Contact Young Birding Program Coordinator Patrick Lewis at plewis@loudounwildlife.org.
Registration

Will My Well Go Dry? - Middleburg Event
2026-04-20 18:30 | Middleburg American Legion, 111 The Plains Rd, Middleburg, VA, 20117, United States
In Western Loudoun, our homes, businesses, farms, and livestock depend on whether we can get water from our wells. But according to a new scientific study:

Our water tables are steadily falling
In 1990 there were 10,000 active wells in western Loudoun. Now there are 19,000
Hooking rural areas up to Loudoun Water would be financially disastrous.

To learn more and become involved in protecting and preserving our groundwater supplies, join us at one of our FREE Community Groundwater events.
Sponsored by Loudoun County Preservation and Conservation Coalition. Event 3 of 3.
Questions: Contact Trinity Mills at tmills@loudounwildlife.org.

Celebrate Birds: Birding Sweet Run
2026-04-25 08:00 | Sweet Run State Park, 11661 Harpers Ferry Road, Purcellville, VA, 20132

Ball’s Bluff City Nature Challenge ID Walk
2026-04-25 08:00 - 10:00 | Ball’s Bluff Battlefield Regional Park, Ball's Bluff Road, Leesburg, VA
The City Nature Challenge is an international event motivating people around the world to find and document wildlife in their own cities. Join NOVA Parks Roving Naturalist, Matt Felperin, at this program. We’ll hike around the park and use the free iNaturalist app to make our own observations on a beautiful spring morning! Once we’ve practiced with the app, we’ll head out and record vegetation, fungi, insects, birds, and more.
Questions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.

Celebrate Birds: Birding at Izaak Walton League
2026-04-26 08:00 | Izaak Walton League Chapter House, 19237 Mountain Spring Lane, Leesburg, VA, 20175
The Loudoun County Chapter of the Izaak Walton League manages a rich natural property in western Loudoun which contains a wide variety of habitats and, as a result, supports a lot of birds especially during migration. In partnership with the Chapter, Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s Allison Gallo and Bryan Henson will lead a bird walk on the property. Bring binoculars if you have them. Limit 8. Registration required.
Questions: contact Allison Gallo at agallo@loudounwildlife.org.
Registration

Celebrate Birds: Birding Morven Park
2026-04-26 08:00 | Morven Park, 17195 Southern Planter Ln., Leesburg, VA, 20176
Join Carol Sottili and Molly Pinson Simoneau on a bird walk to explore Morven Park, a 1,000-acre preserve that hosts a mosaic of natural habitats rich in wildlife, including a wide variety of birds.
During spring, birds migrate through this area and refresh themselves in the thick forest before heading north to breed; the park in spring also welcomes a host of neotropical birds that come here to raise their young. During our walk, we hope to see not only our year-round resident birds, including woodpeckers, hawks, chickadees and bluebirds, but also recent arrivals, such as Scarlet Tanagers, Blue-gray Gnatcatchers, Ovenbirds and Northern Parulas. And perhaps we’ll be lucky to spy an American Redstart, Northern Waterthrush or another of the species just passing through. Limit 14. Parking information will be emailed to registered participants. Registration required
Questions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.
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