Adult Education Program

The LEAPP® (Learn, Enjoy, Appreciate, Preserve, and Protect) program offers Northern Virginians the opportunity to learn more about the natural world and be informed, active stewards for its care and protection. Since its inception in 1999, students have found that LEAPP classes are fun and personally rewarding.

To register or for more information: Please send your completed enrollment form (print below) and return with your check made payable to ASNV to ASNV, 4022 Hummer Road, Annandale, VA 22003. Contact info@audubonva.org or 703-256-6895 with any questions.

NOTE: ASNV cannot complete your registration until payment is received. Our instructors require a minimum of 10 students. If there are insufficient registrations, a class will be cancelled two weeks before the starting class date. Don’t miss out – register early!

Not sure whether that tendrilled vine is porcelain-berry or native grape? Wondering how to start tackling the infestation of English ivy that is smothering your trees?

At this workshop, you will learn to identify some of the most common invasive plants in this region, such as garlic mustard, Japanese honeysuckle, and burning bush, which destroy native diversity. Come away with some basic removal techniques as well. Take home a copy of the field identification and treatment guide that has detailed photos and information on fifteen of the region’s most common and tenacious invasive plants.

Audubon At Home and Beyond

Carol Hadlock’s backyard will be your classroom for this workshop, where you will learn to put the principles of Audubon at Home to work in your yard, creating a healthier environment for you, your family, and pets, while at the same time giving birds and pollinators a helping hand. Things should be popping in the garden, the birds will be singing, and outdoor activities will make this a fun, informative day.

Class dates: 9AM – 3PM, Saturday, May 17

Location: 515 Alabama Drive, Herndon, VA

Cost: $20, covers class materials and a light lunch

Instructor: Carol Hadlock is an ASNV Master Naturalist and National Wildlife Federation Habitat Steward.