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SUMMARY:Birding Algonkian
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Search for birds with Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy 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\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-algonkian-july/
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:20260725T080000
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SUMMARY:Birding Sweet Run
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]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\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-sweet-run-july/
LOCATION:Sweet Run State Park\, 11661 Harpers Ferry Road\, Purcellville\, VA\, 20132
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T113000
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UID:53474-1785058200-1785065400@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Butterfly Walk at Sweet Run State Park\, Sawmill Entrance
DESCRIPTION:Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy and Virginia Master Naturalist Anne Ellis on a leisurely walk along “Butterfly Alley” at Sweet Run State Park. This will be a slow walk appropriate for families. Butterfly Alley is magical at this time of the year. Our hike will take us through meadows\, wetlands\, and woods. We may even meet horses along the way. 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 will meet at the parking lot at the end of Sawmill Road. Limit 16 (ages 5 and up).  Registration required. \nSweet Run State Park is located just north of Neersville.  Directions to the Sawmill Road parking lot:  from eastern Loudoun County\, take Rt 7 west to Rt 9 west; at the light after Hillsboro traffic circles\, bear right onto Harpers Ferry Road; turn left on Sawmill Rd (about 5 miles). The parking lot is on the at the end of Sawmill Road on the right (about 1 mile). \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/butterfly-walk-at-sweet-run-state-park-sawmill-entrance/
LOCATION:Sweet Run State Park\, 11661 Harpers Ferry Road\, Purcellville\, VA\, 20132
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T113000
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CREATED:20260331T020447Z
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UID:53476-1785231000-1785238200@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Butterfly Walk at Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve is developing large areas of meadow/savannah habitat. Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy and Virginia Master Naturalist Anne Ellis on a walk around these areas in search of butterflies. This is a gem of a park for butterflies and birds. We’ll follow the gravel road along the “savannah” planting and survey the vegetable garden\, Springhouse Pond area\, and the rain garden beside the Education Annex. \n If you are thinking about joining our 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. We’ll meet at the Visitors Center. Limit 16 (ages 5 and up). Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/butterfly-walk-at-banshee-reeks-nature-preserve/
LOCATION:Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve\, 21085 The Woods Road\, Leesburg\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly
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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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UID:53478-1785574800-1785600000@loudounwildlife.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T110000
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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\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/writing-in-nature-aug/
LOCATION:Rust Nature Sanctuary\, 802 Childrens Center Rd SW\,\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Other event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T080000
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UID:53460-1786176000-1786176000@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Birding Banshee
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]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.  \nQuestions: Contact Joe Coleman at jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-banshee-august/
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:20260905T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T110000
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CREATED:20250205T203434Z
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SUMMARY:Work Day at JK Black Oak Wildlife Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:JK Black Oak Wildlife Sanctuary is a beautiful 89-acre wildlife preserve located in Lucketts. This work day will be devoted to planting native trees around the Pin Oak and LeSabre vernal pools. Additional information and directions to the site will be provided a few days prior to the work day. 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.   Registration required. \nPlease 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. If you do not enjoy working in these types of conditions\, you should seek out other volunteer opportunities. \nRegistration will open by August 1.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/work-day-jk-black-oak-september/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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