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First Day Hike
First Day Hike
Register Little Falls Stream Valley Park Massachusetts Avenue Entrance Bethesda, MD Every wonder where the Little Falls creek goes? Start the New Year with a LFWA lead hike to the mouth of the creek on the Potomac River. We will meet at the Park entrance on Massachusetts Ave and follow...
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Making History Visible
Making History Visible
Join us for an inspiring virtual webinar highlighting the power of land preservation and urban restoration across Maryland. Our speakers will explore how congregations can lead as resiliency hubs in the face of climate change, sharing stories of transformative efforts throughout the state. Discover how environmental stewardship connects deeply to...
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Conservation Café: Data Centers: Getting MD & VA to Take Action
Conservation Café: Data Centers: Getting MD & VA to Take Action
Event Details Data Centers: Getting MD & VA to Take Action Data centers have affected local communities in both MD & VA alike. Join Nature Forward and Julie Bolthouse, Piedmont Environmental Council’s Director of Land Use, to learn what we can do at a state level to protect...
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Webinar: USGS Water Availability Assessment Release
Webinar: USGS Water Availability Assessment Release
Join the USGS Water Resources Mission Area for the release of the National Water Availability Assessment, a pioneering scientific overview of water availability across the conterminous United States. This new assessment is the first of its kind, offering new insights on where there is a potential imbalance between water supply...
PCV Speaker Series: Potomac, A History of the River and Land
PCV Speaker Series: Potomac, A History of the River and Land
Please join us for a fascinating program from Montgomery History, the county's historical society, as we explore the Potomac River and how it impacted local and American history. The Potomac River, the dominant geological feature of Montgomery County, has also played a dominant role in American history. It was the...
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MLK Weekend of Service Opportunities with Montgomery Parks
WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks is looking for volunteers interested in participating in the MLK Weekend of Service January 17-20, 2025. Americans are encouraged to volunteer on the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday to honor Dr. King’s life and legacy and to improve their communities. Opportunities to volunteer this year include Weed Warrior events to eliminate non-native invasive plant species from...
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MLK Weekend of Service Events with Rock Creek Conservancy
Our annual MLK Day of Service event at the Carter Barron Amphitheater. Every year, in honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Rock Creek Conservancy, in partnership with the National Park Service and Montgomery Parks, celebrates MLK Day with the MLK Weekend of Service. Dr. King devoted his life...
Potomac River Cleanup for MLK Jr. Day of Service at Anacostia Park (DC)
Potomac River Cleanup for MLK Jr. Day of Service at Anacostia Park (DC)
Join Potomac Conservancy for Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service trash cleanup at Anacostia Park (DC). Make a huge difference for the Potomac River as we turn to the water for a safe, healthy place to recreate outdoors and celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. legacy. Sign up for one...
Potomac River Cleanup for MLK Jr. Day of Service at East Norbeck Local Park (MD)
Potomac River Cleanup for MLK Jr. Day of Service at East Norbeck Local Park (MD)
Join Potomac Conservancy for Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service trash cleanup at East Norbeck Local Park (MD). Make a huge difference for the Potomac River as we turn to the water for a safe, healthy place to recreate outdoors and celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy. Sign...
MLK Day of Service at Kenilworth Park and Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens
MLK Day of Service at Kenilworth Park and Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens
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,...
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Free the Trees -Little Falls Park @ Duvall Drive
Free the Trees -Little Falls Park @ Duvall Drive
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...
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Mussel Tagging Workday
Mussel Tagging Workday
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
Anacostia River Sediment Plan – Community Meeting
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...
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Everything RainScapes Virtual Pro Training
Everything RainScapes Virtual Pro Training
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.
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Remove Invasive Plants: Arlington County
Remove Invasive Plants: Arlington County
Do you like working outside? Join community volunteers in protecting the local environment from non-native invasive plants and replacing them with native plants. This is a continuing project held in various locations across Arlington County. Browse locations and sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/HOG#/ If you have your own garden gloves and...
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Assessing and Designing a Property for Effective Stormwater Management
Assessing and Designing a Property for Effective Stormwater Management
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...
Water Cooler Talk: Ice Melter Impacts and Reduction Strategy
Water Cooler Talk: Ice Melter Impacts and Reduction Strategy
The widespread use of road salt and other ice melters during winter has become a cornerstone of maintaining safety on roadways and sidewalks, but it comes at a cost. While these substances effectively lower the freezing point of water, they are corrosive to infrastructure and pose significant environmental risks. Winter...
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Winter Road Salt Awareness Week Open House
Winter Road Salt Awareness Week Open House
Join us to monitor local waterways for road salt pollution and to speak with experts about what we can do! Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/winter-road-salt-awareness-week-open-house-tickets-1118304140789?aff=oddtdtcreator&internal_ref=social Join us on January 31st between 1-3pm to monitor the local waterways in Gaithersburg, Maryland for road salt pollution and to learn how salt affects our health...