- Dark Skies: Lights Out for Migratory BirdsBroadlands Community Center, Ashburn, VA
For this event, you must register with Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy instead of on this Meetup page.
Did you know that most birds migrate at night? During spring migration, birds migrating at night are dependent on dark skies to keep their course as they return to northern nesting grounds. Artificial light at night disorients migrating birds and can lead to devastating effects on flocks. Lights Out campaigns reduce the amount of artificial nighttime light and can help protect migratory birds. Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy at Broadlands Community Center for guest speakers from partner organizations such as Dark Sky Friends and The Audubon Society of Northern Virginia who will share expertise on the importance of dark skies for bird migration, as well as what Lights Out really means. Registration required.
Questions: Contact Trinity Mills at tmills@loudounwildlife.org. - Join Us for Hike at Bull Run Occoquan TrailBull Run Occoquan Trail, Clifton, VA
RSVP AT THIS LINK: https://www.meetup.com/lets-take-a-hike-from-suburbia/events/300628630/
Please join us for a hike at Bull Run Occoquan Trail. We will explore this 5.9-mile out-and-back trail near Clinton, Virginia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 26 min to complete. Based on the reviews it's easy to navigate, well-marked, and relatively flat.
We will meet at the Bull Run Marina Trail parking. You can view the trail here: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/virginia/bull-run-occoquan-trail-via-old-yates-ford-road?sh=ftf3su
For more information on the park you can view the website here: https://www.novaparks.com/parks/bull-run-occoquan-trail
PREPARATION:
- Water
- Layers of clothes based on the weather. Best to start warm and shed as necessary.
- A snack if you would like
- Sturdy shoes - It may be muddy
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Not open - Sweet Run State Park - Legacy Loop+Sweet Run State Park, Hillsboro, VA
Please join us for a hike at the now 1 year old Sweet Run State Park (it used to be Blue Ridge Center for Environmental Stewardship) on May 25. We will be combining several trails at Sweet Run Park (Farmstead Loop, Piney Run Spur and Legacy Loop) for a total of about 4.5 miles of beautiful, quiet trails. The hike is mostly along wooded trails and includes a stop at the beautiful Gordon Pond. There will be lots of opportunity to explore and mindfully experience the full beauty of the spring/early summer natural environment. We will hike at a moderate pace.
Our hike will follow the following path: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/virginia/legacy-loop
Fee: The park fee is $10 unless you have a Virginia State Park Pass or use your REI purchase receipt parking coupon from a participating Virginia REI.
Insert your REI receipt in a self-pay envelope. You must use the self-pay envelope provided at the park and hang the stub on your rearview mirror.PREPARATION:
- Water
- Clothes based on the weather. Best to start warm and shed as necessary.
- A snack/lunch if you would like
- Sturdy shoes - It may be muddy and parts of the trail are rocky or root covered
NEWSLETTER:
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LIABILITY RELEASE:
With my RSVP, I hereby stipulate that I am physically sound to participate in this event.
I understand and agree that all classes, gatherings and workshops are undertaken at my sole risk and that Imagine Well Being guides and instructors shall not be liable for injuries or damages to my person or property arising out of or connected to any of these activities.
I authorize Imagine Well Being guides and instructors to call 911 in the event that I appear to require emergency medical care, and I assume responsibility for all associated costs.
I have carefully read this agreement and understand its contents. I agree that it is a complete release of liability for any injuries or damage that I may sustain due to Imagine classes, gatherings, and workshops. - Nature Walk and WatercolorArboretum 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce, VA
EVENT DESCRIPTION:
We will gather to celebrate the many gifts of the season! During our 2 mile walk through the beautiful grounds of Blandy, the State Arboretum of Virginia, we will enjoy nature through our 5 senses; seeing trees starting to bud, hearing the birds, smelling the start of summer, touching new growth moss.During our gathering we will experience various meditative practices in nature including a time sitting in a forest to reflect.
At some point, we will then capture the moment in watercolor. This is for beginners!!!
We will close our gathering with a time of sharing.
WHERE TO MEET: At the gazebo near front parking lots
WHAT TO BRING: Water. Shoes appropriate for a meditative walk, water. All watercolor materials provided.
YOUR GUIDE: Jean lives in Clarke County and enjoys nature and art, combining both through these seasonal nature walks. Jean is retired but volunteers as a trained IWB hike leader, an EMT with Boyce Volunteer Fire Company and a PADI scuba instructor.
NEWSLETTER: Click here if you would like to receive Imagine Well Being's monthly newsletter highlighting special events, resources, and a link to our monthly calendar.
LIABILITY RELEASE: By RSVP’ing to attend this event, you agree to release Imagine Well Being from any liability.
With my RSVP, I hereby stipulate that I am physically sound to participate in this event. I understand and agree that all classes, gatherings and workshops are undertaken at my sole risk and that Imagine Well Being guides and instructors shall not be liable for injuries or damages to my person or property arising out of or connected to any of these activities.
I authorize Imagine Well Being and Let’s Take a Hike guides and instructors to call 911 in the event that I appear to require emergency medical care, and I assume responsibility for all associated costs.
I have carefully read this agreement and understand its contents. I agree that it is a complete release of liability for any injuries or damage that I may sustain due to Imagine or Let’s Take a Hike classes, gatherings, and workshops.