Learn how to expand your world of nature discoveries with iNaturalist, an online social network of naturalists, citizen scientists, and biologists built on the concept of mapping and sharing observations of biodiversity across the globe. Whether you are looking for a fun activity with your family or are polishing your master naturalist skills, this talk by Ana Ka’ahanui, Co-founder and Director of Experimental Programs, Capital Nature, will help you become more comfortable using this amazing app!

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Nearly everyone in the DMV area has heard of the Fall Line, but few are certain of much more than the name. In this talk with Joe Marx, Geology Instructor in the Natural History Field Studies program, we’ll try to pin down this elusive physiographic feature.

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Nature is WILD and, sometimes, competition for reproduction is fierce. From the birds to the bees (and the orchids!), learn about how different plants and animals procreate in odd, interesting, and sometimes deadly ways with Kerry Wixted, Wildlife Education and Outreach Specialist, Maryland Department of Natural Resources.

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Did you know there are many edible plants that can be found growing wild in the DC region? Join Dr. Martha Weiss, Professor of Biology at Georgetown University to learn to enjoy these treasures through urban foraging and find ways to prepare delicious meals and snacks from nature.

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Join Dr. Patricia Hernandez, Professor of Biology, George Washington University, to explore the amazing diversity of fish through case studies highlighting interesting anatomy, physiology, and behavior.

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A picture may be worth a thousand words but keeping a nature journal can be worth a fortune in terms of documenting and enhancing your outdoor experiences. Learn how nature journaling can make you a more attentive naturalist by fueling your creativity, curiosity and passion for discovery in entirely new ways. Led by Kate Maynor, Art Conservator and Naturalist.

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Each program has an 80 registrant limit. Participants will be emailed the link on the day of the program. If you don’t receive the email, please check your spam folder. Registration closes at 9 a.m. on the day of a program occurring at 1 p.m. Registration closes at 2 p.m. on the day of a program occurring at 7 p.m.

Join Dr. John Lill, Professor of Biology, George Washington University, to learn about local summer caterpillars of the DMV and the interesting ways in which they interact with their host plants and natural enemies.

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Ethnobotany comes down to how people relate to and use plants in their lives, be it food, medicine, tools, and so many other ways. Learn all about plant folklore and how people used locally native and commonly available plants in their lives and historically. References for additional studies will be discussed as you continue to learn all about the wonderful uses plants have had and may still have for the future. Led by Alonso Abugattas, The Capital Naturalist.

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Each program has an 80 registrant limit. Participants will be emailed the link on the day of the program. If you don’t receive the email, please check your spam folder. Registration closes at 9 a.m. on the day of a program occurring at 1 p.m. Registration closes at 2 p.m. on the day of a program occurring at 7 p.m.

Learn how to find solace in intimate connections with the natural world, even if that world is your backyard or an apartment balcony. Discover how you can become a backyard naturalist with local naturalist and author Melanie Choukas-Bradley.

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Each program has an 80 registrant limit. Participants will be emailed the link on the day of the program. If you don’t receive the email, please check your spam folder. Registration closes at 9 a.m. on the day of a program occurring at 1 p.m. Registration closes at 2 p.m. on the day of a program occurring at 7 p.m.