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SUMMARY:Winter Walk (cancelled)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join naturalist Jake van Schilfgaarde on this Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy winter walk at Balls Bluff Regional Park to discover and discuss animals’ and plants’ survival strategies in Virginia winters. We will look for signs we find along the trails\, which have moderate\, rocky slopes and could be muddy or icy. We will enjoy a beautiful time out of doors in this natural setting; participants should wear sturdy\, water-resistant footwear and dress for the weather.  Family-friendly; limit 12. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org. \nWhen registration is full\, ask to be added to the waitlist by emailing info@loudounwildlife.org. Please include the event name and date in your email. You’ll be notified if space becomes available. \nRegistration cancelled[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/winter-walk-balls-bluff/
LOCATION:Ball’s Bluff Battlefield Regional Park\, Ball's Bluff Road\, Leesburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly,Nature Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260124T002417Z
CREATED:20251217T144526Z
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SUMMARY:Writing in Nature (New Location)
DESCRIPTION: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
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/writing-in-nature-february/
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:20260214T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T080000
DTSTAMP:20260213T185055Z
CREATED:20260101T163226Z
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UID:51370-1771056000-1771056000@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Birding Banshee - cancelled
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 closed[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-banshee-february/
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:20260215T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T080000
DTSTAMP:20260213T185224Z
CREATED:20260104T023414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T185224Z
UID:51564-1771142400-1771142400@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Birding Algonkian - cancelled
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]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. \nQuestions: Contact bhenson@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration closedRegistration\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-algonkian-feb/
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:20260215T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T080000
DTSTAMP:20260209T005026Z
CREATED:20260125T121641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T005026Z
UID:51942-1771142400-1771142400@loudounwildlife.org
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-2025-february/
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:20260217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260209T141851Z
CREATED:20260105T004644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T141851Z
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SUMMARY:The Persistence and Demise of Bees (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The demise and disappearance of bees is well documented\, yet bees still persist. Wildlife biologist Sam Droege shares a more nuanced look at the current state of native bees based on his research. This presentation is co-sponsored by the Loudoun County Public Library and Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy. Registration requested. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/persistent-native-bees/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T210000
DTSTAMP:20260128T145145Z
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SUMMARY:Shoot\, Preserve\, Explore! Wildlife Photography Event
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join representatives from three of Loudoun County’s wildlife\, wild land\, and photographic resources for an informative and lively evening! \nTom Ramsay of The Image Center will present his photography showcasing the many exceptional Loudoun locations (including his own backyard) for capturing unique and outstanding photographic images … or just enjoying a leisurely communion with nature. Tom’s entire professional life has been devoted to creating and teaching award-winning photography and cinematography of natural subjects (see some of his images below)\, plus dramatically improving the visual quality and readability of existing medical images\, including X-rays\, angiograms\, CT scans\, and more. His patented image post-processing software has been developed for the benefit of physicians who rely upon those images for correct diagnosis and healing. \nJan Mul\, Executive Director of the Loudoun Photo Club\, will speak to the opportunities for virtually anyone with a camera to join a group of individuals dedicated to the art and fun of photographing people\, places\, and things of interest tothem. Twice monthly meetings and special events provide opportunities to share those photos with presenters and fellow members to gain feedback and learn new techniques. \nTom Kercheval\, Executive Director of Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy\, will discuss a few of the many opportunities to help protect\, preserve\, and restore wildlife habitat here in Loudoun County through the ongoing community science\, education\, habitat conservation\, and advocacy work of Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy\, a volunteer-powered nonprofit that’s been making a difference right here at home for more than 30 years.  \nThe meeting will take place on Thursday\, February 19\, at the Loudoun County Public Library (Rust Library)\, 380 Old Waterford Road NW\, Leesburg\, VA 20176\, Large Meeting Room\, beginning at 7:15 p.m. and ending at 8:55 PM. All three of us hope to see you there![/vc_column_text]Register Here[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”51988″ img_size=”medium” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”link_image”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”51991″ img_size=”medium” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”link_image” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”51990″ img_size=”medium” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”link_image” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”51989″ img_size=”medium” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” onclick=”link_image” css=””][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/shoot-preserve-explore-wildlife-photography-event/
LOCATION:Rust Library\, 380 Old Waterford Rd NW\, Leesburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Other event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260213T185308Z
CREATED:20251003T133956Z
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SUMMARY:Waterfowl of Loudoun: Field Trip - rescheduled from February 14
DESCRIPTION:Because winter generally brings a variety of attractive waterfowl to our area\, Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy is offering a field trip so you can get to know these beautiful birds. The field trip will visit a couple local hotspots where we should find many of the species that regularly visit the county.  Locations will be determined a few days in advance of the trip and emailed to registered participants. Be sure to bring binoculars (and a spotting scope\, if you have one) to get close-up looks at these beautiful winter visitors. Limit 12. Registration required. \nQuestions: contact info@loudounwildlife.org. \nWhen registration is full\, ask to be added to the waitlist by emailing info@loudounwildlife.org. Please include the event name and date in your email. You’ll be notified if space becomes available.\nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/waterfowl-of-loudoun-trip/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260103T235930Z
CREATED:20260103T230812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T235930Z
UID:51502-1771957800-1771963200@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Native Plant Book Club: Animal\, Vegetable\, Miracle
DESCRIPTION: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 Animal\, Vegetable\, Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver. Both memoir and journalistic investigation\, this book explores how the Kingsolver family took on a new challenge: to spend a year on a locally -produced diet\, paying close attention to the provenance of all they consume. Concerned about the environmental\, social\, and physical costs of American food culture\, they hoped to recover what Kingsolver considers our nation’’s lost appreciation for farms and the natural processes of food production. \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-13/
LOCATION:Birch Tree Bookstore\, 11 West Market Street\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176
CATEGORIES:Other event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260111T185743Z
CREATED:20260105T000514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T185743Z
UID:51445-1772046000-1772049600@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Let Nature Win: The Pollinator Victory Garden Revolution (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Join Julie Borneman of Watermark Woods Native Plants for an inspiring\, down-to-earth talk on creating pollinator victory gardens that thrive right here in Loudoun. Julie will share practical\, locally relevant strategies for turning yards\, gardens\, and shared community spaces into vibrant habitats that support Loudoun’s native bees\, butterflies\, birds\, and other essential pollinators. Drawing on ecological insight\, real-world examples from our region\, and contagious enthusiasm\, this Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy talk will empower you to take meaningful action at home while contributing to the health of Loudoun’s landscapes and waterways. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started\, you’ll leave with fresh ideas\, renewed hope\, and simple steps to help nature win. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org. \nThis presentation is co-sponsored by the Loudoun County Public Library and Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy. Access to this virtual presentation is through the library website. Registration requested.\nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/pollinator-victory-garden/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T080000
DTSTAMP:20260104T234935Z
CREATED:20260104T025514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T234935Z
UID:51573-1772265600-1772265600@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Birding Sweet Run
DESCRIPTION: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. \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-feb/
LOCATION:Sweet Run State Park\, 11661 Harpers Ferry Road\, Purcellville\, VA\, 20132
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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