Events

MLK Day of Service at Kenilworth Park and Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens 1550 Anacostia Ave. NE, Washington, DC

The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and young adults. Our program participants protect and restore national parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks and community green spaces across the country. After working with the SCA, program participants emerge with increased environmental awareness,...

MLK Day of Service: Invasive vegetation removal near National Landing

The Friends of Mount Vernon Trail will be improving the trail near National Landing. Volunteers may perform some of the following work: Using pruners and loppers to cut vegetation Using hand saws to cut tree branches Hauling away vegetation Picking up trash What to Bring: Water Gloves (We'll have some...

NOVA Parks Volunteer Service Day

Potomac Overlook Regional Park 2845 N. Marcey Road, VA

Join us as we work to keep our park healthy and beautiful!  Assist with invasive plant removal, habitat restoration, and other projects as needed.  Come dressed for and prepared to work outdoors. Gloves and snippers are recommended, but extras may be provided if needed.  Meet at the picnic shelter (located...

Pope Branch Park – MLK Day of Service 2025

Pope Branch Park 2900 M Place SE, Washington, DC

After registering on Eventbrite, sign this waiver! Group 1: 10 AM Volunteer Slot 9:30 AM – Registration 10:00 AM – Welcome and safety talk 10:30 AM – Cleanup begins Group 2: 12 PM Volunteer Slot 11:30 AM – Registration 12:00 PM – Welcome and safety talk 12:30 PM – Join...

MLK Jr. Day of Service – Habitat Restoration Workday at Kingman Island

Langston Golf Course

Click Here to Register Note: This event is weather dependent. If you are sick or exhibiting symptoms associated with COVID-19 (such as fever, chills, cough, sore throat, difficulty breathing, loss of taste or smell, etc.), please do not come to the event and consider joining us another time. Date: Saturday, January...

Free the Trees -Little Falls Park @ Duvall Drive

Little Falls Stream Valley Park Bethesda, MD

Register Little Falls Stream Valley Park Duvall Drive Entrance Bethesda, MD Join weed warriors and remove invasive vines and non-native plants. We will be focusing on bamboo removal. Bring gloves or clippers or use ours. Wear long sleeves, long pants and closed toe shoes and bring water to drink. Meet...

Mussel Tagging Workday

Aquatic Resources Education Center 1900 Anacostia Dr SE, Washington, D.C.

Click Here to Register Note: This event is weather dependent. If you are sick or exhibiting symptoms associated with COVID-19 (such as fever, chills, cough, sore throat, difficulty breathing, loss of taste or smell, etc.), please do not come to the event and consider joining us another time. Date: Tuesday, January 21,...

Anacostia River Sediment Plan – Community Meeting

Virtual

Join Anacostia Riverkeeper for a community meeting to ask questions, share comments, and make your voice heard about the 90% Design Report! The Report is out for public comment until Feb 3, and it is the final opportunity for public input before the plan is finalized. Learn more about ARSP...

Everything RainScapes Virtual Pro Training

Virtual

This is the yearly virtual training for contractors which goes over program details, Best Managment Practices (BMP) basics, and best practices for green stormwater management. Anyone who coordinates with RainScapes regularly is strongly encouraged to attend. Attendance is mandatory for contractors who wish to be added to the public-facing RainScapes Contractor List.

Free

Assessing and Designing a Property for Effective Stormwater Management

Lathrop E. Smith Environmental Education Center 5110 Meadowside Ln, Rockville, MD

From 10am-2pm on Wednesday January 29, RainScapes will host an in-person workshop: Assessing and Designing a Property for Effective Stormwater Management at the Lathrop E Smith Center. This class will be capped at 40 participants, and will be an interactive workshop to learn and practice the best techniques for situating green stormwater...

Free