St. Peter’s in the Woods Episcopal Church Sanctuary Forest in Fairfax Station, Virginia, will be inducted into the Old-Growth Forest Network on September 14, 2024 at 10 a.m. Brian Kane, Mid-Atlantic Manager of the Old-Growth Forest Network will convey the distinction to Stacey Remick, (Creation Care Ministry) and Rev. Susan Hartzell and Vestry. The forest […]
Photo: Courtesy of Plant NOVA Natives Arlington Native Plants & Edibles; September: Saturdays 11 :00 AM-3:00 PM; Sundays 11:00 AM-2:00 PM 925 N. Madison St., Arlington Email carniolafarms@gmail.com to request a specific plant. Green Spring Gardens First Wednesdays, April through October, 10:00 AM- 1:00 PM Virginia Native Plant Societysells natives at their plot behind the visitor’s […]
Cover Photo: Joanie Millward, FMN Peter Mecca Connecting with a raptor. Article by FMN Peter Mecca – Educator, Scientist and Lifelong learner As an educator and scientist, I welcome opportunities to interact with all forms of life on Earth. Whether it’s helping to raise trout in Virginia or tagging leatherback turtles in Puerto Rico, […]
Image: New particulate pollution Air Quality Index, Virginia Department of Environmental Quality Many VMN volunteers spend a lot of time being active outdoors, as you would expect! Part of the risk management guidelines involve keeping yourself and others safe by paying attention to the weather forecast. At this time of year, both extreme heat and […]
Photo by Laura Beaty Sunday 22, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Registration Fee: $8.00 Registration link: Register starting July 30 Hidden Oaks Nature Center Location 7701 Royce Street Annandale, VA 22003 Dive into the enchanting world of monarch butterflies with this monarch migration program. Join this educational and delightful journey as participants learn about […]
Photo: Randy Streufert The Friends of Mason Neck State Park (FoMNSP) 2024 photography contest is now open. They are looking for images taken in the park that highlight its magic. Winning photos, including honorable mention, will be published in the FoMNSP newsletter, website, and social media. Eligibility Anyone other than Mason Neck State Park staff, […]
Image: Courtesy of the Clifton Institute Saturday, September 7, 2024 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Cost: $15 ($10 for Friends of Clifton) Registration is REQUIRED. This program will be held at the residence of the Clifton Institute co-directors to experience a remnant prairie, a planted meadow, and a native plant garden. The remnant prairie on the property hosts a […]
Photo: FCPA, Tammy Tammy Schwab running the bug identification station at the Bug Fest at Lewinsville park. Saturday, September 28, 2024 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Cost: $8.00 Registration: Register starting July 30 Lake Accotink Park 7500 Accotink Park Road in Springfield For more information, visit: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/lake-accotink. Insect fans are sure to find something to enjoy […]
Photo: By FMN Jerry Nissley, Hidden Oaks Nature Center Hidden Oaks Nature Center (HONC), nestled inside the 52-acre Annandale District Park, needs your help! Earn your volunteer hours with the HONC. Volunteers are needed for the following activities: a volunteer to cover our front desk on Saturdays. There are currently 3 others who will share […]