Birding Banshee
A bird walk is a great way to start the weekend so join the Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy at the Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve, a diverse 695-acre treasure in the heart of Loudoun County.
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Bike + Pedestrian Advocacy Social
Join us for a social gathering to learn more about how you can get involved with bike/pedestrian advocacy in Albemarle and Charlottesville!
From Milkweed to Meadowlarks: How Private Land Stewards can Lead the Way in Biodiversity Conservation
Join VWL’s Program Coordinator, Charlotte Lorick, as she leads a free virtual webinar on Wednesday, December 1 at 3:00 p.m. The talk will include an overview of relevant Virginia Working Landscape research findings, highlight best management practices to support wildlife and biodiversity, and discuss how we can think of our backyards and managed spaces as habitats and ecosystems, no matter the size.
Your Trail Guide to the General Assembly
Join the Virginia Conservation Network as we get a special look at what's to come in the 2022 legislative session. The General Assembly Preview includes presentations by leading Virginia experts on the environmental topics we expect will rise to the top during the 2022 General Assembly session.
Becoming Debt-Free: A Simple Secret To Your Long-Term Success In Farming And Life
If you are considering investing yourself into a new farm business, do yourself a favor and attend this class! You will learn the deep importance of not going into debt to start a farm business and how participants can use a personalized worksheet to determine if they can financially take on a beginning farm enterprise.
Project Feederwatch Giveaway with Friends of the Rappahannock and The Clifton Institute
Friends of the Rappahannock will be giving away free Project Feederwatch bird feeders at the Clifton Institute after our regular Wednesday morning bird walk! The feeders are first-come, first-serve, and the limit is one per family. A Friends of the Rappahannock instructor will give you instructions on how participate in Project Feederwatch, which is a community science project run by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Having a bird feeder is a great way to learn about our winter birds and help contribute to science!
Discover a New Invasive Insect That May Be In a Backyard Near You!
Join Valerie Huelsman, Environmental Analyst for the Prince William County Mosquito and Forest Pest Management Branch, for an introduction to the spotted lanternfly (SLF), a recent threat to our trees (and wine and beer production).
Birding Banshee
A bird walk is a great way to start the weekend so join the Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy at the Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve, a diverse 695-acre treasure in the heart of Loudoun County.
Quarterly Keynote feat. Ebonie Alexander of the Black Family Land Trust
Join PEC for a discussion about efforts to retain and protect Black-owned farms and family lands.
Book Reading, Signing and Q&A with Katharine Hayhoe, author of Saving Us
Join us Saturday, December 18 from 1-3 p.m. EST for an in-person book signing and discussion event with Dr. Katharine Hayhoe, climate scientist and author of Saving Us. This event is brought to you by Blue Valley Vineyard and Winery, the Blue Valley Ladies Book Club, the Open Book, and the Piedmont Environmental Council.
Charlottesville Christmas Bird Count
Participate the Charlottesville Christmas Bird Count, led by the Piedmont Bird Club.
Christmas Bird Count with The Clifton Institute
Join The Clifton Institute for our annual Christmas Bird Count! We’ll spend the day surveying the birds in our 15-mile-diameter count circle, which includes a variety of habitats. We usually see a nice diversity of waterfowl and grassland birds. There’s always a chance for Short-eared Owl and American Tree Sparrow! Participating in the Christmas Bird Count is a great way to learn about the winter birds of Virginia, contribute to a long-term community science project, and get to know other birdwatchers in the area.
Central Loudoun Christmas Bird Count
Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy as we participate in the National Audubon Society’s annual Christmas Bird Count.
Winter Activities for Invasive Plant Control
Join Blue Ridge PRISM a free webinar about controlling invasive plants in winter, with Q&A.
Smart Growth Protects What We Have!
Join the Prince William Conservation Alliance, The Piedmont Environmental Council and National Parks Conservation Association for a discussion on Data Centers… from the Rural Crescent to the Occoquan Reservoir.
Exploring the World of Hydroponics and Indoor Food Production (Online Demo)
Ever wondered about growing food indoors? Join Robert Anderson, USBG Exhibits and Displays Supervisor, for an introduction to the fascinating world of controlled environment agriculture.
Birding Banshee
A bird walk is a great way to start the weekend so join the Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy at the Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve, a diverse 695-acre treasure in the heart of Loudoun County.
Piedmont Mobility Alliance Winter Meeting (Charlottesville/Albemarle)
The winter meeting of the Piedmont Mobility Alliance will be an opportunity for individuals and groups to share updates and work on projects with collective benefit.
Amphibian Monitoring Training Session (Virtual)
Learn about frogs and toads, and how to monitor their habitat, in this Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy training session.
Birding Bles Park
Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy on this regular bird walk at Bles Park, located along the Potomac River in eastern Loudoun.