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SUMMARY:Celebrate Birds: Goodstone Inn
DESCRIPTION:Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy for a bird walk at this private country estate in southwestern Loudoun. Goodstone Inn has trails along the Goose Creek and in surrounding fields and old woods just a couple miles north of Middleburg.  Meet at the lower parking lot of the Inn.  Limit 12. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/celebrate-birds-goodstone-inn-2025/
LOCATION:goodstone Inn\, 36205 Snake Hill Rd \, Middleburg\, VA\, 20117
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T235408Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Birds: Birding JK Black Oak
DESCRIPTION:Join Gerco Hoogeweg for a visit to this 89-acre property near Lucketts\, which was purchased by Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy in 2020.  This bird walk will take us through the forest\, across the meadows and past several of the vernal pools that make this such a unique place. Over 130 species of birds have been documented\, and there is always a chance of discovering more during spring migration. Directions will be emailed to registered participants. To protect the environmentally sensitive habitat and rare species\, JK Black Oak Wildlife Sanctuary is not open for general public access. Limit 10. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact Gerco Hoogeweg at ghoogeweg@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration is closed.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/celebrate-birds-jk-black-oak-2025/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T200000
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CREATED:20250211T185817Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Birds: Big Sit at Algonkian Park
DESCRIPTION:Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy is excited to be partnering with NOVA Parks for a Big Sit at Algonkian Regional Park. \nWhat is a Big Sit?\nSome people have compared it to a tailgate party for birders. We will set up in one stationary location and see how many species we can count from that spot. At our last spring Big Sit we saw 69 species of birds. This spring we are hoping to beat that number. \nWho should attend?\nAnyone interested in birding from beginner to advanced. If you’re new to birding\, you can learn more about it and meet other birders. If you’re an experienced birder\, bring your skills and help us ID some species. This is a stationary location\, so it’s great for people who aren’t interested in a long bird walk. Plus\, we’ll be there all day\, so it’s great for those who prefer to sleep late. \nDetails \nSmoke the Screech Owl \nWe will be set up just west of the boat ramp with views of the river\, a wildflower meadow\, a grassy field\, a wooded tree line and wide open sky. It is also close to the parking lot.  (View location.) We will be there from 6:00am – 8:00pm to count as many bird species as we can see or hear. You can stop by for a few minutes to say hi or bring a chair and stay as long as you like.  No registration required. \nNOVA Parks Roving Naturalist\, Matt Felperin\, will join us at the Big Sit between 12:00 to 1:30 pm and 5:30 to 8:00 pm with some of his animal ambassador friends. During previous Big Sits\, Matt has brought Smoke the Screech Owl and other raptors\, along with  amphibians and reptiles. All  are happy to interact with visitors and pose for pictures. \nIn case of inclement weather cancellation information will be posted here and on the Loudoun Wildlife Facebook page. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/big-sit-algonkian-spring/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T080000
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UID:45917-1746864000-1746864000@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate Birds: Birding Banshee
DESCRIPTION:Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy and Friends of Banshee Reeks at this wonderful nature preserve that was established in 1999. In addition to a mile of Goose Creek frontage\, Banshee has a great diversity of habitats on its 695 acres ranging from wetlands and ponds to mixed hardwood forests of oak and hickory to wonderful meadows laden with milkweed\, goldenrod\, and thistle\, all supportive of a great deal of wildlife. Numerous trails wind their way through these various habitats and are great for birding. Bring binoculars if you have them. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact Joe Coleman at  jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org.\nRegistration
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-banshee-may-2025/
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:20250514T080000
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CREATED:20250325T141912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T014025Z
UID:46626-1747209600-1747209600@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate Birds: Beagle Club/Institute Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s Emily Southgate and Linda Millington who\, with special permission\, will visit the Institute Farm in Aldie (see map below). The farm is home of the National Beagle Club of North America and on the National Register of Historic Places.  The farm’s brushy\, scrubby intermediate habitat\, bordered by mature forests\, is home to many thicket-loving bird species. This group will also visit a nearby large farm\, which includes a large lake and extensive fields. Limit 12.  Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact info@loudounwildlife.org.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/celebrate-birds-beagle-club-institute-farm-2025/
LOCATION:National Beagle Club at Institute Farm\, Aldie\, VA\, 20105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T080000
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CREATED:20250325T143223Z
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UID:46631-1747468800-1747468800@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate Birds: Birding Algonkian
DESCRIPTION:Search for birds with Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy at Loudoun’s top birding hotspot. With extensive frontage along the Potomac River in eastern Loudoun\, the park’s rich bottomland forests\, extensive wetlands\, and open grassy areas combine to make this a spectacular place to bird. During migration a it can yield well over 60 species\, including over a dozen warblers. 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-may-2025/
LOCATION:Algonkian Park\, 47001 Fairway Drive\, Sterling\, VA\, 20165\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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CREATED:20250325T145528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T134540Z
UID:46633-1747468800-1747468800@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate Birds: 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. With extensive frontage along the Potomac River in eastern Loudoun\, the park’s rich bottomland forests\, extensive wetlands\, and open grassy areas combine to make this a spectacular place to bird. During migration a it can yield well over 60 species\, including over a dozen warblers. We’ll meet in the parking lot near the boat ramp; bring binoculars if you have them (we’ll have a couple loaners if you don’t). Registration required.  \nNote: This walk is exclusively for young birders (ages 10-18); a parent/guardian is welcome.  \nQuestions: Contact Patrick Lewis at plewis@loudounwildlife.org.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/young-birders-algonkian-may/
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:20250518T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T080000
DTSTAMP:20260614T232001
CREATED:20250325T150746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T012225Z
UID:46637-1747555200-1747555200@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate Birds: Birding at Izaak Walton League
DESCRIPTION: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. \nQuestions: contact Allison Gallo at agallo@loudounwildlife.org.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/celebrate-birds-izaak-walton-league-2025/
LOCATION:Izaak Walton League Chapter House\, 19237 Mountain Spring Lane\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T080000
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CREATED:20250407T211745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T003303Z
UID:46827-1747555200-1747555200@loudounwildlife.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate Birds: Rockland Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s Mike Scott and Steve Makranczy on a special visit to this private 600-acre farm a little north of Leesburg. The farm\, which has been in the same family since 1817\, borders the Potomac River and is rich in wildlife because of the many kinds of habitats there. It includes a rich floodplain along the river\, edge and meadow habitat\, and on its northern border\, Limestone Branch. The varied habitats should provide the group with a good variety of migrating birds as well as residents. Limit 12.  meeting location and parking information will be emailed to registered participants. Registration required. \nQuestions: Contact Joe Coleman at  jcoleman@loudounwildlife.org. \nRegistration is closed.
URL:https://loudounwildlife.org/event/celebrate-birds-rockland-farm-2025/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Birdwatching,Discover Programs & Fieldtrips
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