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A friendly, team competition to see who can count as many birds of as many species as possible at Yankauer Nature Preserve during the month of May! How to Participate: Gather friends! Form a team (1-4 participants) and come up with a clever name (i.e. Millennial Falcons, Raven Loonatics). Make a plan! Pick a day and time between May 1 […] |
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Become a PVAS Weed Warrior! PVAS Host: KC Walters Free and open to the public. For ages 12 and older. All youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and limited to 15 participants. PVMN Continuing Education Credit Eligible If you want to volunteer at our nature preserves, but can’t make it to the scheduled volunteer workdays, this […] |
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Sign-up to volunteer to sort plant orders for the Spring 2024 Native Plant Sale! Free and open to the public. For ages 16 and older. All youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required. PVMN Volunteer Credit Eligible. We will need help sorting out the pre-orders at Sunny Meadows Garden Center for the Native Plant Sale pick-up day […]
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Join PVAS to get First Aid/CPR Certified! Registration is required and limited to 12 participants. Please note that there is a course fee of $86-$99 for this event/certification; payment is due at Step 2 of the registration process described below. This is a great certification to have if you currently or plan to volunteer to help with any of our […] |
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Thanks to a great showing at our first volunteer day, we are all ready for the plant sale this weekend and don't need another volunteer day. Sign-up to volunteer to sort plant orders for the Spring 2024 Native Plant Sale! Free and open to the public. For ages 16 and older. All youth must be accompanied by an […] |
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Sign-up to volunteer during the pick-up and day-of sale portions of the Spring Native Plant Sale! Free and open to the public. For ages 16 and older. All youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required PVMN Volunteer Credit Eligible. Multiple volunteer positions available including loading cars with pre-orders or helping customers choose plants. Sign-up for 9:30-12 or […]
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Pre-order and day-of shopping options available! This fundraiser supports the Monarch Waystation grant program and educational activities of The Monarch Alliance, a program of the Potomac Valley Audubon Society! In-person sale: June 1, 10am - 2pm Click HERE to preview the great native plants we are offering. Mark your calendar for the sale date: Saturday, June 1 from 10am - 2pm […] |
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Ultimate Survivor Camp (entering grades 7-12) If you're lost in the woods what do you do? Come to Ultimate Survivor Camp to find out! This camp is a more intense version of our Survivor Camp, and is designed for older youth. Your counselor will help you learn what to do in tricky situations. Campers will learn how to avoid getting […] 
Camp Survivor (entering grades 1-6) Do you have what it takes to survive in the wild? Could you navigate the terrain using a handmade compass? Or forage for food and build a fire to stay warm? Could you build a shelter or tend to an injury? Survival requires using your body and mind and being part of a strong team! […] 
Dirt and Muck Camp (entering grades 1-6) Join PVAS for a week of digging deep into the stuff that makes up our fantastic earth. We will get into the roots of decomposition and compost to understand how the FBI soil agents (Fungi, Bacteria, and Invertebrates) are the backbones of our home planet. And while we’re down in the mud, we […] |
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Join Land Management and Conservation AmeriCorps Members, Katelyn and Lily in weekly summer workdays to maintain the trails at the preserves! PVAS Host: Katelyn Godfrey and Lily Davis Free and open to the public. Please note that we may not have an age-appropriate task for children, as these volunteer workdays are geared towards ages 16+. Children under 16 are welcome […] |
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Join Land Management and Conservation AmeriCorps Members, Katelyn and Lily in weekly summer workdays to maintain the trails at the preserves! PVAS Host: Katelyn Godfrey and Lily Davis Free and open to the public. Please note that we may not have an age-appropriate task for children, as these volunteer workdays are geared towards ages 16+. Children under 16 are welcome […] |
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Join KC to learn about National Audubon’s community science project, Climate Watch! PVAS Host: KC Walters Free and open to the public. For ages 16 and older. All youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and limited to 5 participants. PVMN Continuing Education Credit Eligible Join Associate Director of Conservation and Operations KC Walters as she conducts […]
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Join Sonja Melander to learn how to host engaging, enjoyable nature walks for groups with PVAS! PVAS Host: Sonja Melander Free and open to the public. This program is for adults. Registration is required and limited to 10 participants. PVMN Continuing Education Credit Eligible Do you enjoy walking and exploring nature with others? Are you interested in hosting group nature […] |
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Join Land Management and Conservation AmeriCorps Members, Katelyn and Lily in weekly summer workdays to maintain the trails at the preserves! PVAS Host: Katelyn Godfrey and Lily Davis Free and open to the public. Please note that we may not have an age-appropriate task for children, as these volunteer workdays are geared towards ages 16+. Children under 16 are welcome […]
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Join Amy for free, kid-friendly nature activities in our community! PVAS Host: Amy Thomas Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required PVMN Volunteer Credit Eligible. PVAS education volunteers and Master Naturalists may sign up to volunteer at these events here. Join the Potomac Valley Audubon […] |
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Sensational Senses Camp (entering grades K-1) Put your five senses to the test! This week, we will use our eyes to investigate animal tracks, our ears to listen to bird calls, and our hands to build beaver dams. Let’s use our senses to explore the outdoors, and learn how our animal friends use theirs, too! This half-day week is a […]
Sensational Senses Camp (entering grades K-1) Put your five senses to the test! This week, we will use our eyes to investigate animal tracks, our ears to listen to bird calls, and our hands to build beaver dams. Let’s use our senses to explore the outdoors, and learn how our animal friends use theirs, too! This half-day week is a […]
Camp Survivor (entering grades 1-6) Do you have what it takes to survive in the wild? Could you navigate the terrain using a handmade compass? Or forage for food and build a fire to stay warm? Could you build a shelter or tend to an injury? Survival requires using your body and mind and being part of a strong team! […] 
Family Camp (K-12) Come experience Audubon Discovery Camp as a family! In this “choose your own adventure” style camp week, campers and their families will explore their choice of planned camp activities. Activity offerings include primitive skill lessons, campfire cooking, fairy house building, counselor-led hikes, and nature art projects. Our activities will generally be geared towards a younger camp audience […]
Family Camp (K-12) Come experience Audubon Discovery Camp as a family! In this “choose your own adventure” style camp week, campers and their families will explore their choice of planned camp activities. Activity offerings include primitive skill lessons, campfire cooking, fairy house building, counselor-led hikes, and nature art projects. Our activities will generally be geared towards a younger camp audience […] |
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Join Bill Telfair and Master Naturalist Scot DeGraf for a morning bird walk at Rolling Ridge Conservancy! PVAS Host: Bill Telfair & Scot DeGraf Free and open to the public. For anyone age 8 or older. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and limited to 15 participants. Explore the habitat and the bird life with others […]
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Join Land Management and Conservation AmeriCorps Members, Katelyn and Lily in weekly summer workdays to maintain the trails at the preserves! PVAS Host: Katelyn Godfrey and Lily Davis Free and open to the public. Please note that we may not have an age-appropriate task for children, as these volunteer workdays are geared towards ages 16+. Children under 16 are welcome […] |
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Join Land Management and Conservation AmeriCorps Members, Katelyn and Lily in weekly summer workdays to maintain the trails at the preserves! PVAS Host: Katelyn Godfrey and Lily Davis Free and open to the public. Please note that we may not have an age-appropriate task for children, as these volunteer workdays are geared towards ages 16+. Children under 16 are welcome […]
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Join Amy for free, kid-friendly nature activities in our community! PVAS Host: Amy Thomas Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required PVMN Volunteer Credit Eligible. PVAS education volunteers and Master Naturalists may sign up to volunteer at these events here. Join the Potomac Valley Audubon […]
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Join Amy for free, kid-friendly nature activities in our community! PVAS Host: Amy Thomas Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required PVMN Volunteer Credit Eligible. PVAS education volunteers and Master Naturalists may sign up to volunteer at these events here. Join Ms. Amy from the […] |
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Join Amy for free, kid-friendly nature activities in our community! PVAS Host: Amy Thomas Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required PVMN Volunteer Credit Eligible. PVAS education volunteers and Master Naturalists may sign up to volunteer at these events here. Join the Potomac Valley Audubon […]
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Join Land Management and Conservation AmeriCorps Members, Katelyn and Lily in weekly summer workdays to maintain the trails at the preserves! PVAS Host: Katelyn Godfrey and Lily Davis Free and open to the public. Please note that we may not have an age-appropriate task for children, as these volunteer workdays are geared towards ages 16+. Children under 16 are welcome […] |
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Join Beth Poole and Robin Johnson for a morning bird walk at USGS Eastern Ecological Science Center! PVAS Host: Beth Poole, Robin Johnson Free and open to the public. This program is for adults. Registration is required and limited to 10 participants. Stroll with the birds and other PVAS bird enthusiasts at the USGS center in Leetown! Birders of all […]
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Join Deana for Nature Journaling! PVAS Hosts: Master Naturalist Deana Thorsell This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required and limited to 12 participants. In celebration of the Summer Solstice, join Deana Thorsell at Cool Spring Preserve to experiment with both words and images to inspire our nature journal habits while we explore our beloved Bullskin […] |
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Camp Survivor (entering grades 1-6) Do you have what it takes to survive in the wild? Could you navigate the terrain using a handmade compass? Or forage for food and build a fire to stay warm? Could you build a shelter or tend to an injury? Survival requires using your body and mind and being part of a strong team! […]
Ultimate Survivor Camp (entering grades 7-12) If you're lost in the woods what do you do? Come to Ultimate Survivor Camp to find out! This camp is a more intense version of our Survivor Camp, and is designed for older youth. Your counselor will help you learn what to do in tricky situations. Campers will learn how to avoid getting […] 
Everything Outdoors Camp (entering grades 1-6) In “Everything Outdoors” Camp, anything goes! Campers will enjoy all of our favorite camp activities and spend the day outdoors, playing games, hiking, and enjoying the great outdoors. Counselors are excited to share their “all-time” favorite camp activities with campers! Together, we will share an appreciation for being outside and exploring the wonders of […] |
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Join Ellen Murphy for a lively walk at Frog Hollow Trail! PVAS Host: Master Naturalist Ellen Murphy Free and open to the public. People of all experience levels are welcome! Registration is required and limited to 12 participants. Let’s get outside and walk the trails together! Wellness walks are monthly group walks to different locations. Walk distances vary but are often ~2 miles in […]
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Join Land Management and Conservation AmeriCorps Members, Katelyn and Lily in weekly summer workdays to maintain the trails at the preserves! PVAS Host: Katelyn Godfrey and Lily Davis Free and open to the public. Please note that we may not have an age-appropriate task for children, as these volunteer workdays are geared towards ages 16+. Children under 16 are welcome […] |
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Join Land Management and Conservation AmeriCorps Members, Katelyn and Lily in weekly summer workdays to maintain the trails at the preserves! PVAS Host: Katelyn Godfrey and Lily Davis Free and open to the public. Please note that we may not have an age-appropriate task for children, as these volunteer workdays are geared towards ages 16+. Children under 16 are welcome […]
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Become a PVAS Weed Warrior! PVAS Host: KC Walters Free and open to the public. For ages 12 and older. All youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and limited to 15 participants. PVMN Continuing Education Credit Eligible This class has been canceled due to low enrollment. Please sign-up for our next Weed Warrior Training on August […] |
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Join Land Management and Conservation AmeriCorps Members, Katelyn and Lily in weekly summer workdays to maintain the trails at the preserves! PVAS Host: Katelyn Godfrey and Lily Davis Free and open to the public. Please note that we may not have an age-appropriate task for children, as these volunteer workdays are geared towards ages 16+. Children under 16 are welcome […]
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Join Amy for free, kid-friendly nature activities in our community! PVAS Host: Amy Thomas Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required PVMN Volunteer Credit Eligible. PVAS education volunteers and Master Naturalists may sign up to volunteer at these events here. Join the Potomac Valley Audubon […]
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Join Amy for free, kid-friendly nature activities in our community! PVAS Host: Amy Thomas Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required PVMN Volunteer Credit Eligible. PVAS education volunteers and Master Naturalists may sign up to volunteer at these events here. Join Ms. Amy from the […]
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Join Sonja Melander for an evening stroll to explore the nocturnal world at Yankauer Nature Preserve! PVAS Host: Sonja Melander Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and limited to 15 participants. If the sky is clear, we will hike by the light of the full […] |
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Join Hardy Mason & Cybee Bloss to explore and learn about the variety of young and old trees growing at Claymont Retreat Center! PVAS Host: Hardy Mason & Cybee Bloss Free and open to the public. For ages 8 and older. All youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and limited to 15 participants. PVMN Continuing Education […] |
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Camp Survivor (entering grades 1-6) Do you have what it takes to survive in the wild? Could you navigate the terrain using a handmade compass? Or forage for food and build a fire to stay warm? Could you build a shelter or tend to an injury? Survival requires using your body and mind and being part of a strong team! […]
Everything Outdoors Camp (entering grades 1-6) In “Everything Outdoors” Camp, anything goes! Campers will enjoy all of our favorite camp activities and spend the day outdoors, playing games, hiking, and enjoying the great outdoors. Counselors are excited to share their “all-time” favorite camp activities with campers! Together, we will share an appreciation for being outside and exploring the wonders of […] 
Forestry Camp (entering grades 7-12) Come learn all about the forests that make West Virginia so wonderful! Campers at our Forestry camp will gain a working knowledge of some of our native trees and plants, how trees talk to us, what everyday items come from forest products, and learn how to use forestry tools from history and today. This camp […] |
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Join Land Management and Conservation AmeriCorps Members, Katelyn and Lily in weekly summer workdays to maintain the trails at the preserves! PVAS Host: Katelyn Godfrey and Lily Davis Free and open to the public. Please note that we may not have an age-appropriate task for children, as these volunteer workdays are geared towards ages 16+. Children under 16 are welcome […] |
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Join Land Management and Conservation AmeriCorps Members, Katelyn and Lily in weekly summer workdays to maintain the trails at the preserves! PVAS Host: Katelyn Godfrey and Lily Davis Free and open to the public. Please note that we may not have an age-appropriate task for children, as these volunteer workdays are geared towards ages 16+. Children under 16 are welcome […]
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Join Amy for free, kid-friendly nature activities in our community! PVAS Host: Amy Thomas Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required PVMN Volunteer Credit Eligible. PVAS education volunteers and Master Naturalists may sign up to volunteer at these events here. Join Amy Thomas from the […]
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Join Master Naturalist Allen Miller for an evening walk to observe, enjoy, and learn about fireflies! PVAS Host: Allen Miller Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and limited to 15 participants. PVMN Continuing Education Credit Eligible Celebrate the magic of ‘firefly season’ with an evening […] |
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Join Amy for free, kid-friendly nature activities in our community! PVAS Host: Amy Thomas Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required PVMN Volunteer Credit Eligible. PVAS education volunteers and Master Naturalists may sign up to volunteer at these events here. Join the Potomac Valley Audubon […]
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Join Land Management and Conservation AmeriCorps Members, Katelyn and Lily in weekly summer workdays to maintain the trails at the preserves! PVAS Host: Katelyn Godfrey and Lily Davis Free and open to the public. Please note that we may not have an age-appropriate task for children, as these volunteer workdays are geared towards ages 16+. Children under 16 are welcome […] |
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Enjoy a storybook on a nature walk at Cool Spring Preserve! PVAS Host: Susannah Olsen Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. This is a self-guided event. Registration is not required A StoryWalk® is a great way for people of all ages to enjoy reading while spending time outdoors! […] 
Enjoy a storybook on a nature walk at Yankauer Nature Preserve! PVAS Host: Susannah Olsen Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. This is a self-guided event. Registration is not required A StoryWalk® is a great way for people of all ages to enjoy reading while spending time outdoors! […] |
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Nocturnal Animals Camp (entering grades 4-6) This special evening camp theme will explore the nocturnal animals that call our preserve home! Campers will learn about the adaptations needed for animals to survive at night. Groups will embark on night hikes to look for and listen for signs of nocturnal animals. At the Yankauer location, campers will learn how professionals mist-net […]
Nocturnal Animals Camp (entering grades 4-6) This special evening camp theme will explore the nocturnal animals that call our preserve home! Campers will learn about the adaptations needed for animals to survive at night. Groups will embark on night hikes to look for and listen for signs of nocturnal animals. At the Yankauer location, campers will learn how professionals mist-net […] 
Campfires and Crypids Camp (entering grades 7-12) Ever wonder what goes bump in the night at your favorite nature preserve? Join us for campfires and cryptids, a summer camp all about learning and celebrating West Virginia's cool cryptids and campfire stories. Campers will be able to explore and answer questions like: Is a Mothman a mammal or an insect? What […]
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Join Land Management and Conservation AmeriCorps Members, Katelyn and Lily in weekly summer workdays to maintain the trails at the preserves! PVAS Host: Katelyn Godfrey and Lily Davis Free and open to the public. Please note that we may not have an age-appropriate task for children, as these volunteer workdays are geared towards ages 16+. Children under 16 are welcome […] |
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Join Land Management and Conservation AmeriCorps Members, Katelyn and Lily in weekly summer workdays to maintain the trails at the preserves! PVAS Host: Katelyn Godfrey and Lily Davis Free and open to the public. Please note that we may not have an age-appropriate task for children, as these volunteer workdays are geared towards ages 16+. Children under 16 are welcome […] |
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Come celebrate Independence Day with PVAS by marching in the Shepherdstown 4th of July parade. The parade will form on Church Street, then proceed down German Street to Princess Street and end there. Find us along Church Street any time after 10:30. If you have trouble finding us, ask one of the parade coordinators for help. Bring your binoculars, PVAS […] |
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Join Amy for free, kid-friendly nature activities in our community! PVAS Host: Amy Thomas Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required PVMN Volunteer Credit Eligible. PVAS education volunteers and Master Naturalists may sign up to volunteer at these events here. Join the Potomac Valley Audubon […] |
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