Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count.
Whether you are a casual hiker or a seasoned birder, you will encounter sparrows almost everywhere you go. Learn to tell them apart and some strategies to identify them in this free webinar.
Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count.
Photo: Prairie Warbler, Darla J. Oathout/Audubon Photography Awards
When: Sunday , May 25, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Four Mile Run Park, 3700 Commonwealth avenue, Arlington, VA
Join an expert birder Andreas Seiter on an afternoon bird walk at Four Mile Run in Arlington. This park along Four Mile Run stream.
Four Mile Run is the largest stream flowing through Arlington, draining approximately two-thirds of the County. It feeds into the Potomac River and then into the Chesapeake Bay.
Check out the hotspot info on ebird to see what we might be able to observe on this birdwalk. We will be collecting an ebird list. Set up your ebird account in advance if you'd like to get invited to our group ebird list, this will allow you to create a lifelist and automatically add all the birds we see on this walk to your list!
Please bring binoculars if you have them, some loaners will be available.
The group will meet at the far end of the parking area, near the trail bridge and between the ballfields, at 3700 Commonwealth Avenue, driveway entrance marked with the green pillar.
No registration is required. Walk will happen unless there is heavy rain or storm. Please bring binoculars if you have them.
Are you fascinated by birds and eager to learn more? Join us for Ornithology 101, a beginner-friendly, 5-week virtual course designed for bird lovers of all backgrounds!
Many know Northern Virginia for its economic dynamism, cultural development and ever-changing landscape. Less well known are the places sheltering remnants of an earlier, vital, natural history. If you would like to discover native birds, other fauna and flora — in the company of dedicated citizen scientists — then consider joining one or more of these continuing natural resource surveys.
Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count.
In this class, students will paint beautiful Belted Kingfisher portrait, learning how to mix neutral colors, as well as techniques of layering colors to create various feather patterns.
Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count.
Join us Sunday, June 8, for a brief annual meeting followed by a program, “Raptor Reproduction and Nesting,” featuring live birds!
Many know Northern Virginia for its economic dynamism, cultural development and ever-changing landscape. Less well known are the places sheltering remnants of an earlier, vital, natural history. If you would like to discover native birds, other fauna and flora — in the company of dedicated citizen scientists — then consider joining one or more of these continuing natural resource surveys.
Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count.
Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count.
Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count.
Many know Northern Virginia for its economic dynamism, cultural development and ever-changing landscape. Less well known are the places sheltering remnants of an earlier, vital, natural history. If you would like to discover native birds, other fauna and flora — in the company of dedicated citizen scientists — then consider joining one or more of these continuing natural resource surveys.
Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count.
Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count.
We need your help! The Endangered Species Act has protected wildlife and the places they call home for over fifty years. This year, the ESA's critical work is under attack by a proposal from the current administration which proposes that habitat destruction doesn't count as "harm" under the Endangered Species Act. No prior experience with writing public comments is needed, all are welcome!
Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count.
Many know Northern Virginia for its economic dynamism, cultural development and ever-changing landscape. Less well known are the places sheltering remnants of an earlier, vital, natural history. If you would like to discover native birds, other fauna and flora — in the company of dedicated citizen scientists — then consider joining one or more of these continuing natural resource surveys.
Come join the Monticello Madness Birdathon at Monticello Park in Alexandria!
Many know Northern Virginia for its economic dynamism, cultural development and ever-changing landscape. Less well known are the places sheltering remnants of an earlier, vital, natural history. If you would like to discover native birds, other fauna and flora — in the company of dedicated citizen scientists — then consider joining one or more of these continuing natural resource surveys.
Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count.
Learn about World Migratory Bird Day and seven ways to create bird-friendly cities and communities.
Photo: Osprey, Jean Hall/Audubon Photography Awards
When: Sunday, May 4, 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge, 14050 Dawson Beach Rd, Woodbridge, VA 22191; meet at the shelter at the edge of the parking lot at the end of Dawson Beach Rd
Join us for a bird walk at OBNWR! This walk is geared toward beginners, but more experienced birders are welcome.
Meet at the shelter at the edge of the parking lot at the end of Dawson Beach Rd. Walk leader is Phil Silas.
No registration is required. Walk will happen unless there is heavy rain or storm. Please bring binoculars if you have them.
Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge was established in June 1998 to provide habitat for migratory birds and endangered species. The refuge's diverse grassland, marsh and forest habitats attract a variety songbirds, raptors and waterfowl that depend on the area for food, nesting sites, and a place to rest.
Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count.
Many know Northern Virginia for its economic dynamism, cultural development and ever-changing landscape. Less well known are the places sheltering remnants of an earlier, vital, natural history. If you would like to discover native birds, other fauna and flora — in the company of dedicated citizen scientists — then consider joining one or more of these continuing natural resource surveys.
Join us on Tuesday, April 29 at 7:00PM to hear from Tina Morris, author of Return to the Sky, the memoir of how a young woman played a key role in the re-introduction of Bald Eagles to the East Coast in the 1970's.
Photo: Garlic Mustard
When: Saturday, April 26, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge, 14050 Dawson Beach Rd, Woodbridge, VA 22191, Central Parking Lot
This program is part of our Stretch Our Parks initiative, in partnership with the staff of Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge.
On Saturday, April 26, help us remove invasive garlic mustard from a meadow in the refuge. We will partner with Refuge staff, Audubon volunteers and neighbors to make more space in the meadow for native grasses that birds love!
Garlic mustard's roots release chemicals that alter the important underground network of fungi that connect nutrients between native plants, inhibiting the growth of important native species. Luckily it can be easily removed - but there is a lot of it! Learn more about Garlic mustard here.
No experience necessary! We will show you how to identify and remove Garlic mustard. Trash bags will be provided. The area may be muddy so please bring rain boots or waterproof shoes, and gardening gloves if you have them.
Meet at the Central Parking Lot, not at the Visitor Information Center lot. Registration recommended but not required, please feel free to bring a friend!
Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge was established in June 1998 to provide habitat for migratory birds and endangered species. The refuge's diverse grassland, marsh and forest habitats attract a variety songbirds, raptors and waterfowl that depend on the area for food, nesting sites, and a place to rest.
Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count.
Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count.
Photo: Osprey, Jean Hall/Audubon Photography Awards
When: Saturday, April 19, 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge, 14050 Dawson Beach Rd, Woodbridge, VA 22191
Join us for a bird walk at OBNWR! This walk is geared toward beginners, but more experienced birders are welcome.
Meet at the large main parking lot, NOT the Information Center Parking lot. Walk leader is Larry Meade.
No registration is required. Walk will happen unless there is heavy rain or storm. Please bring binoculars if you have them.
Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge was established in June 1998 to provide habitat for migratory birds and endangered species. The refuge's diverse grassland, marsh and forest habitats attract a variety songbirds, raptors and waterfowl that depend on the area for food, nesting sites, and a place to rest.
Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count.
Did you know you don’t even need binoculars to explore the big world of birds? Often it is faster and easier to identify a bird by its song – if you know how to bird by ear.
Spring is here. This spring we are thinking about the emergence of new life, the return of abundance, and uncertainty - in our climate and in our world. Join us for a discussion about finding joy in nature and finding reassurance in our environment's natural annual cycles
Many know Northern Virginia for its economic dynamism, cultural development and ever-changing landscape. Less well known are the places sheltering remnants of an earlier, vital, natural history. If you would like to discover native birds, other fauna and flora — in the company of dedicated citizen scientists — then consider joining one or more of these continuing natural resource surveys.
Photo: Prairie Warbler, Darla J. Oathout/Audubon Photography Awards
When: Saturday, April 12, 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Turquoise Trail
Join us for a bird walk along the Turquoise Trail in Reston. We'll enter it from the west from Soapstone Drive. Please park along Soapstone Drive near the wide pedestrian crossing south of Glade Drive before Lawyers Road. The crossing is near a large sign on the east side of the road pointing toward Glade Drive to Walker Nature Center.
Walk leader will be Robin Duska.
No registration is required. Walk will happen unless there is heavy rain or storm. Please bring binoculars if you have them.
Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count.
Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count.
The Northern Virginia Bird Alliance is hosting a hands-on introduction to playing a prize-winning bird-themed board game called Wingspan.
Join us for our quarterly Alliance Afternoon. Our formal program will begin at 3:15pm, when guest speaker Matt Felperin will give us a Warbler Bootcamp in preparation for spring migration. All are welcome!
Photo: Mallard ducks, Morey Morrison
When: Saturday, March 22, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Where: Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve, Alexandria, VA
Join us for a bird walk at Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve!
NVBA Chapter Bird Outings are hosted monthly with the help of local birding experts that volunteer to guide participants along a traditional bird walk. This month attendees will follow, John Colpoys, an avid birder and experienced bird walk leader with NVBA for a waterfowl oriented bird walk through Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve.
During the outing, the leader will be documenting the birds observed via eBird. After the walk, attendees may request that the leader share the eBird list with them.
If you don't have an eBird account already but would like to get started before this event, you can sign up for a free one here: ebird.org/home
Registration for this event is not required but does help our team best prepare for your birding experience with us, we hope to see you there!
Any questions or concerns prior to this event can be sent to Tina at tina@nvbirdalliance.org.
We hope to see you at Dyke Marsh!
No registration is required, but is helpful for planning. Walk will happen unless there is heavy rain or storm. Please bring binoculars if you have them.
Learn how to identify backyard birds and how to participate in Birdathon
In all, Beehler traveled solo by car more than 30,000 miles, encountering Hudsonian Godwits in 10 states and provinces.
In this digital art class, students will paint a Barn Swallow alongside watercolor artist Ronna Fujisawa.
Many know Northern Virginia for its economic dynamism, cultural development and ever-changing landscape. Less well known are the places sheltering remnants of an earlier, vital, natural history. If you would like to discover native birds, other fauna and flora — in the company of dedicated citizen scientists — then consider joining one or more of these continuing natural resource surveys.
Ospreys are a fish-eating bird of prey that can be found all over the world. Did you know that the osprey is one of the greatest environmental success stories
