Join the Anacostia Watershed Society for an Anacostia River Discovery Series boat tour on the Anacostia River to explore the ecological and historical changes that have occurred in the river and in the communities around the river. We will have the opportunity to witness some of the restoration of river habitats and how it has caused the rebound of the wildlife in the Anacostia River. Register here at this link
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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.
National Park Service volunteer leads a leisurely one‑mile bird walk at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, with binoculars available for loan, gathering at the visitor center, for all ages.
Ranger‑led 2‑mile hike in Rock Creek Park Nature Center explores fall colors and the science of leaf color change, with a steep but manageable climb.
Creative drop-in play exploring ancient worlds through fossils in the Bird House Classroom at the National Zoo, all ages.
Guided garden tour at Tudor Place offers history, design insights and care principles from the garden team; member $5, non‑member $10.
Bonsai Science Café (US National Arboretum) — Expert speakers discuss soil properties and container growth while themed cocktails and bites accompany presentations on bonsai and penjing science.
Tree planting with the Anacostia Watershed Society at Bladensburg Waterfront Park’s riverside, restoring ash‑beetle‑damaged forest, requiring waterproof boots and moderate physical effort.
Guided 1.5‑mile hike at Peirce Mill retraces Theodore Roosevelt’s rugged trails through uneven, steep terrain, for ages 10 and up.
National Park Service volunteer leads a leisurely one‑mile bird walk at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, offering binocular loans and tips for beginners, all ages.
Volunteers release freshwater mussels into Kenilworth Lake, walking a mile from the Aquatic Gardens entrance, lifting and bending while wearing closed‑toed shoes; registration required.
Vernal pool conservation workshop at Mt. Rainier Nature Center presents experts from Pennsylvania to Virginia discussing restoration, monitoring, inventories, and community science; free, registration required.
Tree planting by Anacostia Watershed Society and Saturday Environmental Academy students in Colmar Manor Community Park’s riverside, restoring ash‑beetle damaged forest in wet, muddy ground.
