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November 2019
‘Third Wednesday’ Bird Walk at Cool Spring Preserve
PVAS Trip Leader: Beth Poole This event is free and open to the public, however, registration is strongly encouraged. Please register below. Join Beth Poole on her regularly scheduled ‘Third Wednesday’ bird walk at Cool Spring Preserve. The trails at Cool Spring preserve have a lot to offer! From well maintained foot paths to gorgeous views, the preserve’s 12 acres is home to much wildlife. Please meet by 7:00 a.m. in the front parking lot of Cool Spring Preserve, the…
Find out more »Stauffer’s Marsh Nature Preserve Volunteer Workday
PVAS is seeking volunteers to lend a hand at Stauffer’s Marsh Preserve! PVMN Volunteer Service Hours We have some clippers but if you can bring any additional tools, it would be greatly appreciated! Please bring your work gloves, a refillable water bottle and any accessories that will help you stay warm and comfortable. Please register below so we know how many volunteers to expect. Registering also allows KC to contact volunteers directly in event of a weather cancellation! Fill out…
Find out more »Homeschool Adventures: Ecosystems
This programs has sessions available for ages 5-7 and 8-12 Single child: $15 members/ $20 non-members. Additional children: $10 members/ $15 non-members In this program we'll learn to identify characteristic life forms in ecosystems, learn the importance of adaptations of animals and learn about animals and their ecological niches. This program will be science-based and includes exploring, observing, discovering, and reflecting on the program theme. Registration Information Pre-registration for this program is required. A minimum of six participants is needed…
Find out more »December 2019
Yankauer Nature Preserve Volunteer Workday
Join PVAS for the final day of service at Yankauer Nature Preserve of 2019! PVMN Volunteer Service Hours We have some tools but if you can bring any additional tools, it would be greatly appreciated! Please bring your work gloves, a refillable water bottle and any accessories that will help you stay comfortable. Please register below so we know how many volunteers to expect. Registering also allows KC to contact volunteers directly in event of a weather cancellation! Fill out…
Find out more »Homeschool Adventures: Sustainable Energy: Ages 5-12
Ages 5-12 2 sessions, $30 members / $40 non-members; you may also register your child(ren) for individual sessions. Additional children: $20 members/ $ 30 non-members Individual session pricing: $15 members/$20 non-members; additional children: $10 members/$15 non-members. 12/5: Session 1: Sun and Wind 12/13: Session 2: Kinetic Energy This program will be science-based and includes exploring, observing, discovering, and reflecting on the program theme. Registration Information Pre-registration for this program is required. A minimum of six participants is needed to conduct…
Find out more »7th Annual ‘Souper’ Bird Walk in Harpers Ferry
Trip Leader: Deb Hale This event is free and open to the public, however registration is encouraged. Please register below. Join Deb Hale as she welcomes winter with her 7th Annual ‘Souper’ Bird Walk through Harpers Ferry. This bird walk is a Souper-duper Looper. The 4-mile walk will wind through the streets of Bolivar, National Park and Harpers Ferry town, starting at the parking lot at the intersection of Shenandoah Street and Route 340 at 9:30 am. The walk is…
Find out more »Eidolon Nature Preserve Volunteer Workday
Join KC for the final workday of 2019 at beautiful Eidolon Nature Preserve! Earn PVMN Volunteer Service Hours. Please bring your work gloves, a picnic lunch, a refillable water bottle and any accessories that will help you stay warm and comfortable. Be aware that it is hunting season and Eidolon is open to deer hunting. The Preserve is closed during all rifle seasons. However, there may be bow hunters at the Preserve during the workday. Please wear at least one…
Find out more »Homeschool Adventures: Sustainable Energy: Ages 5-12
Ages 5-12 2 sessions, $30 members / $40 non-members; you may also register your child(ren) for individual sessions. Additional children: $20 members/ $ 30 non-members Individual session pricing: $15 members/$20 non-members; additional children: $10 members/$15 non-members. 12/5: Session 1: Sun and Wind 12/13: Session 2: Kinetic Energy This program will be science-based and includes exploring, observing, discovering, and reflecting on the program theme. Registration Information Pre-registration for this program is required. A minimum of six participants is needed to conduct…
Find out more »Christmas Bird Count – Washington County, MD
Christmas Bird Counts have been an Audubon Society tradition for over 100 years! This event is free and open to the public. Registration information is below. Join a team of birders and head out in the field - no experience necessary! This is a great opportunity for beginners to work alongside seasoned birders. After spending the day searching for birds, you are welcome to join us for the 5:00 p.m. potluck dinner and Tally Rally at the Mt. Aetna Nature…
Find out more »Build a Bird Feeder
Wondering how to spend a chilly Saturday morning in December? We're offering a fun and easy project for you and the family! In partnership with our friends at Sunny Meadows Garden Center, we're hosting a Build a Bird Feeder workshop on Saturday, December 14th at our Cool Spring Preserve Nature Center. Using the provided, prepared materials, you'll construct a bird feeder similar to the one pictured above. If you don't consider yourself a handyman, no need to worry, you'll receive…
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