Are you new to birding and would like to improve your waterfowl identification skills? Join Greg Butcher and Larry Meade to view a wide assortment of waterfowl.
Vernal pools often are overlooked or considered insignificant as wetlands because of their small size. As a result, they are often filled in, drained, logged over, or polluted, making them a rare form of wildlife habitat around the country and in Virginia.
Many know Northern Virginia for its economic dynamism, cultural development and ever-changing landscape. Less well known are the places sheltering remnants of an earlier, vital, natural history. If you would like to discover native birds, other fauna and flora — in the company of dedicated citizen scientists — then consider joining one or more of these continuing natural resource surveys.
The Winter Waterfowl Count is a citizen science effort organized by Northern Virginia Bird Alliance to track data about winter waterfowl.
Photo: Hooded Merganser, Pamela Underhill-Karaz/Audubon Photography Awards
When: Sunday, February 9, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Riverbend Park, 8700 Potomac Hills St, Great Falls, VA; meet in the parking area.
Welcome to a winter bird walk with Nextgen Birders for Conservation, hosted by Luke High. We will embark upon a 2 hour walk through the park, which runs alongside the Potomac River and will hopefully be home to many waterfowl and the resident eagles in the area.
Please visit this link for more information and registration.
Many know Northern Virginia for its economic dynamism, cultural development and ever-changing landscape. Less well known are the places sheltering remnants of an earlier, vital, natural history. If you would like to discover native birds, other fauna and flora — in the company of dedicated citizen scientists — then consider joining one or more of these continuing natural resource surveys.
Many know Northern Virginia for its economic dynamism, cultural development and ever-changing landscape. Less well known are the places sheltering remnants of an earlier, vital, natural history. If you would like to discover native birds, other fauna and flora — in the company of dedicated citizen scientists — then consider joining one or more of these continuing natural resource surveys.
Many know Northern Virginia for its economic dynamism, cultural development and ever-changing landscape. Less well known are the places sheltering remnants of an earlier, vital, natural history. If you would like to discover native birds, other fauna and flora — in the company of dedicated citizen scientists — then consider joining one or more of these continuing natural resource surveys.
Many know Northern Virginia for its economic dynamism, cultural development and ever-changing landscape. Less well known are the places sheltering remnants of an earlier, vital, natural history. If you would like to discover native birds, other fauna and flora — in the company of dedicated citizen scientists — then consider joining one or more of these continuing natural resource surveys.
Join Greg Butcher, NVBA board member and recently retired migratory species coordinator for the U.S. Forest Service International Programs, for an introduction to waterfowl identification.
Many know Northern Virginia for its economic dynamism, cultural development and ever-changing landscape. Less well known are the places sheltering remnants of an earlier, vital, natural history. If you would like to discover native birds, other fauna and flora — in the company of dedicated citizen scientists — then consider joining one or more of these continuing natural resource surveys.
The General Assembly will start addressing bills on Tuesday and Wednesday, and this webinar is to spur action to support important bills on invasive plants. Speaker Jim Hurley from the Virginia Invasive Plants Coalition will speak about efforts to get legislation adopted and how you can help!
Join us Sunday, January 12, for our quarterly Alliance Afternoon. We will gather informally starting at 2:30 PM in the cafeteria of the National Wildlife Federation Building in Reston. We welcome you to bring snacks and drinks to share. All are welcome!
THIS WALK HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER. WE WILL RESCHEDULE SOON!
Do you like working outside? Join community volunteers in protecting the local environment from non-native invasive plants.
Do you like working outside? Join community volunteers in protecting the local environment from non-native invasive plants.
Come work on this exciting habitat restoration project!
Many know Northern Virginia for its economic dynamism, cultural development and ever-changing landscape. Less well known are the places sheltering remnants of an earlier, vital, natural history. If you would like to discover native birds, other fauna and flora — in the company of dedicated citizen scientists — then consider joining one or more of these continuing natural resource surveys.
Learn about bird-friendly best management practices to apply across rural, suburban, and urban landscapes.
Do you like working outside? Join community volunteers in protecting the local environment from non-native invasive plants.
Do you like working outside? Join community volunteers in protecting the local environment from non-native invasive plants.
Many know Northern Virginia for its economic dynamism, cultural development and ever-changing landscape. Less well known are the places sheltering remnants of an earlier, vital, natural history. If you would like to discover native birds, other fauna and flora — in the company of dedicated citizen scientists — then consider joining one or more of these continuing natural resource surveys.
Many know Northern Virginia for its economic dynamism, cultural development and ever-changing landscape. Less well known are the places sheltering remnants of an earlier, vital, natural history. If you would like to discover native birds, other fauna and flora — in the company of dedicated citizen scientists — then consider joining one or more of these continuing natural resource surveys.
From the comfort of your home, you simply count the winter birds that visit your feeders and report your data to Cornell Lab of Ornithology.
In this class, students will paint a fun close-up of a Northern Flicker, learning how to mix neutral colors, as well as techniques of layering colors to create various feather patterns.
Many know Northern Virginia for its economic dynamism, cultural development and ever-changing landscape. Less well known are the places sheltering remnants of an earlier, vital, natural history. If you would like to discover native birds, other fauna and flora — in the company of dedicated citizen scientists — then consider joining one or more of these continuing natural resource surveys.
Join us for a presentation by Julio Montes de Oca and Adriana Moreno on Audubon Americas’ work supporting bird conservation in Panama.
Photo © Todd Kiraly
When: Thursday, November 7, 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Algonkian Regional Park, 47001 Fairway Dr, Sterling, VA 20165
Join us for a bird walk at Algonkian Regional Park!
Directions for meeting the group:
From I-495, take Rt. 7 west 11 miles to Cascades Parkway north, and drive 3 miles to the park entrance, proceed on Fairway Drive turning left onto Volcano Island Drive, then turn right into parking lot. Meet at the parking lot beside restrooms and Park Shelter 1. 47001 Fairway Drive, Sterling, VA 20165 (N39 03.687 W77 23.158) Link to: Algonkian Regional Park
Your birding guide is Elton Morel. Newer and seasoned birders welcome.
No registration is required. Walk will happen unless there is heavy rain or storm. Please bring binoculars if you have them.
Photo: Ruby-crowned Kinglet, Lynn Starner/Audubon Photography Awards
When: Saturday, November 2, 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Potomac Overlook Regional Park, 2845 Marcey Rd, Arlington, VA 22207
Join us for a bird walk at Potomac Overlook Regional Park!
Directions for meeting the group:
Meet at the main picnic shelter.
Your birding guide is John Colpoys. Newer and seasoned birders welcome.
No registration is required. Walk will happen unless there is heavy rain or storm. Please bring binoculars if you have them.
Many know Northern Virginia for its economic dynamism, cultural development and ever-changing landscape. Less well known are the places sheltering remnants of an earlier, vital, natural history. If you would like to discover native birds, other fauna and flora — in the company of dedicated citizen scientists — then consider joining one or more of these continuing natural resource surveys.
Immerse yourself in the natural wonders of South Africa, home to amazing scenery, iconic African wildlife, and more than 800 bird species.
To celebrate Birdability Week and highlight accessible birding opportunities, we invite you to join us for a special Birdability Bird Walk on Sunday, October 27th.
Photo: Osprey, Jean Hall/Audubon Photography Awards
When: Saturday, October 26, 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge, 14050 Dawson Beach Rd, Woodbridge, VA 22191
Join us for a bird walk at OBNWR! This walk is geared toward beginners, but more experienced birders are welcome.
Meet at the Visitor Information Center. Walk leader is Larry Meade.
No registration is required. Walk will happen unless there is heavy rain or storm. Please bring binoculars if you have them.
Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge was established in June 1998 to provide habitat for migratory birds and endangered species. The refuge's diverse grassland, marsh and forest habitats attract a variety songbirds, raptors and waterfowl that depend on the area for food, nesting sites, and a place to rest.
Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count.
Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count.
Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count.
Photo: Downy Woodpecker, Nick Shearman/Audubon Photography Awards
When: Thursday, October 17, 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Meadowood Lower Potomac Field Station, 10406 Gunston Rd, Lorton, VA 22079
Join us for a bird walk in Lorton!
Your birding guide is Andreas Seiter. Newer and seasoned birders welcome.
No registration is required. Walk will happen unless there is heavy rain or storm. Please bring binoculars if you have them.
Many know Northern Virginia for its economic dynamism, cultural development and ever-changing landscape. Less well known are the places sheltering remnants of an earlier, vital, natural history. If you would like to discover native birds, other fauna and flora — in the company of dedicated citizen scientists — then consider joining one or more of these continuing natural resource surveys.
