
Turkey Vulture vs Black Vulture
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Both turkey vultures and black vultures live around here and have a very important role in the natural world. Come meet Earl, our new resident turkey vulture, and learn how he differs from black vultures.

Both turkey vultures and black vultures live around here and have a very important role in the natural world. Come meet Earl, our new resident turkey vulture, and learn how he differs from black vultures.
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Guided forest bathing at Long Branch Nature Center invites participants to focus senses, sit on logs or ground, and experience fall’s slow‑motion transition.
Volunteer invasive plant removal at James W. Haley Park, improving habitat, learning about native plants and wildlife, and meeting fellow do‑gooders, for ages 8 and up.
Raptors of the Potomac (Potomac Overlook Regional Park) — Learn about native birds of prey, meet resident raptors, and watch a naturalist feed a live bird of prey.
Arlington Regional Master Naturalists present an engaging look at Eastern coyotes, covering diet, communication, ecosystem role, encounter safety, and conflict reduction, ages 11 and up.
Nocturnal Animal Hike (Long Branch Nature Center) — Explore nocturnal animals in a classroom discussion and trail walk after dark; dress for weather.
Squirrels at Long Branch Nature Center offers one‑on‑one nature exploration with songs, games, crafts and mini‑hikes for ages 18–35 months with adult.
Forest bathing, journaling, tea and light snacks guided by certified nature therapist Ilana Rubin at Potomac Overlook Regional Park, Arlington — for ages 18 and up.
A short walk along the stream restoration project showcases local watershed conservation efforts at Gulf Branch Nature Center.
Weekend Hours: Registration Help (Lubber Run Community Center) — DPR staff provide assistance with class and camp registration.
Invasive plant removal at Fort Scott Park improves habitat, provides exercise, and teaches native plants and wildlife, ages 8 and up.
Ranger leads a pleasant hike through woods and creek, covering 1.5–3.5 miles, meeting on the Nature Center front porch; bring footwear, water, curiosity.
Courtney LeBlanc leads a short walk through Lubber Run Park, pausing for nature‑themed poetry readings and personal poem writing.