ASNV is joining with Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy to co-sponsor their in-person education event to discuss the amazing story of bird migration, the importance of dark skies and what Lights Out really means.
Ethnobotany is the study of how people relate to and use plants in their lives, be it for food, medicine, tools, and many other ways. Learn about plant folklore and how people here used locally native and commonly available plants in the past. Alonso Abugattas will review the natural history of various plants, and provide some tips and references for finding out more about the various native plants.
In this overview of bird anatomy, Dr. Kathleen Hunt (Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation) will explain how a bird's body is put together and how it all works.
The Audubon Society of Northern Virginia will hold its Annual Meeting at 2:30 PM on June 2, 2024 at the National Wildlife Federation building, 11100 Wildlife Center Drive, Reston.
In this class, students will paint a beautiful female American Kestrel, learning how to mix neutral colors, as well as techniques of layering colors to create various feather patterns.
Love native plants and wildlife? You won’t want to miss this presentation, “Creating a Wildlife Sanctuary,” by Betsy Martin and Barbara Tuset, Co-Directors of ASNV’s Wildlife Sanctuary program.
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.
Professor Jones will present an overview of the major aquatic ecosystems in northern Virginia: the tidal Potomac River, lakes (large and small), and streams (larger and small) and their current status and prospects for improvement.
Spring warblers are some of the most exciting birds to see, but can be difficult to locate, observe and identify for newer (and even experienced) birders. Join us for a talk on the art of ‘warblering:’ you will learn where and when to look, which warblers you are likely to see and their distinctive field marks and behavior to help you find these elusive birds.
Join us on Sunday afternoon for our quarterly live Audubon Afternoon at the National Wildlife Federation Building in Reston for a program on the birds of Colombia.
Visit the Occoquan Bay NWR visitor center for a free talk with a local naturalist, Margaret Fisher, who will talk about the City Nature Challenge.
Nature is all around us. Join this workshop to learn how to capture beautiful photographs of butterflies and moths.
Come join us and celebrate the return of Spring! All are welcome to join us for light refreshments at the beautiful Potomac Overlook Regional Park as we meet some live animal guests.
Nature journaling is a terrific tool for understanding the world around you: species, habitats, and all of their rich interconnections. Join Robin Lee Carlson for a discussion of the ways that field sketching has been an integral part of her explorations of the natural world.
Rebecca Heisman will share some surprising stories from the history of bird migration research and discuss why understanding migration is so crucial for bird conservation.
Need a new hobby? Try 'birding!’ Bird watching is a great way to get outside and be more connected to the nature all around us. Join us for an introduction to birding and learn the basics to get you started.
Birds are an excellent source of inspiration and a joy to paint. With large eyes and a heart shaped face, the Barn Owl’s subtle beauty is the perfect subject for a watercolor painting.
In this introduction to the world of mushrooms, you'll learn about their ecological roles and major groups and what traits to look for to identify a mushroom.
Liam Taylor explores the strange things that some birds need to do before they reproduce—from meeting a fishing buddy on a rocky island to finding a dance partner on a rainforest floor.
The Winter Waterfowl Count is a citizen science effort organized by Audubon Society of Northern Virginia to track data about winter waterfowl.
Bring your lunch and join us for a virtual trip to South Africa, where you can immerse yourself into the splendor and beauty of birds of South Africa!
Join Greg Butcher, ASNV board member and recently retired migratory species coordinator for the U.S. Forest Service International Programs, for an introduction to waterfowl identification.
Did you know that the coffee you drink can affect the birds in your backyard? The Smithsonian Bird Friendly certification does more than any other certification program to conserve habitat for birds and other wildlife on coffee farms.
Learn about successful global bird conservation efforts and how you can help!
Join us Sunday afternoon, January 7, for a virtual Audubon Afternoon that features the first of our Stretch Our Parks Lectures featuring Dr. Charles Nilon, an ecologist and professor from the University of Missouri
Join us for an author event and learn about the man behind the ground-breaking, 1918 Migratory Bird Treaty Act.
Join Steve Holmer, Vice-President of Policy for American Bird Conservancy, for a discussion of opportunities to advance bird conservation through advocacy.
Please join us for a preview of what issues we expect to see during the 2024 General Assembly session.
SOLD OUT! If you’ve always wanted to go birding in Costa Rica— or never taken a birding trip abroad at all —this program is a great introduction to the neotropical birds of Central America.
This winter you may notice the Tufted Titmouse on your backyard bird feeder eating and hoarding plenty of sunflower seeds. Let’s celebrate the season and paint a watercolor of this lovely little gray bird.
Sue Burke’s author talk is a follow-up to our recent climate change program and offers another opportunity to explore, through fiction, ideas and feelings that arise when we think about climate change.
Join us for an author event and learn about the man behind the ground-breaking, 1918 Migratory Bird Treaty Act.
Join the Audubon Society of Northern Virginia, Faith Alliance for Climate Solutions, and the Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy for an afternoon of advocacy training.
For millennia, owls have captivated and intrigued us. With their forward gaze and quiet flight, owls are often a symbol of wisdom, knowledge, and foresight. But what does an owl really know?
This free program is open to everyone and anyone concerned about the climate crisis and the impact on birds, wildlife and people.
