Register online at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org 4/24 Earth Week Forest Bathing
Forest bathing promotes wellness through deepening our connection to natural environments. Based on the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, which translates as ‘taking in the atmosphere of the forest,â€? this 2-hour session led by Josh Schwartz (A Greener Mind Forest Bathing) will guide you through mindfulness-based sensory invitations to help you slow down, awaken your senses and reconnect with nature. Please dress comfortably with the weather in mind. We will be outdoors and moving slowly so you may want to bring extra layers. Depending on the weather, sunscreen or a raincoat may be necessary. Shoes should be something appropriate for walking in grass and on trails that may be wet and muddy. There may be times that you wish to sit so a blanket or mat may make your experience more enjoyable. Space is limited and registration is required for this free program. We will follow all best practices for social-distancing. Ages: 18 & Up Fee: Free Course: #105370 • Saturday, Apr. 24 • 9 - 11 am
MAY 2021 5/1 Teme Month: Gardening for Wildlife
When you plant for wildlife, nature begins at your backdoor. Learn how to be a better neighbor to birds, butterflies, and bees through virtual and in-person demonstrations, workshops, and tours of the beautiful native plant gardens at Locust Grove Nature Center. Registration is for the email of the months activities. Ages: All Ages Fee: Free Course: #105248
5/2 City Nature Challenge: iNaturalist Hike At Blockhouse Point
Explore the palustrine wetlands, river-rock outcrops, and upland forests of one of the County’s best natural areas. Blockhouse Point Conservation Park features rare plants, a diversity of wildlife, historic Civil War ruins, and grand views of the Potomac River and C&O Canal. We’ll make observations of plants and animals using the iNaturalist app in coordination with the City Nature Challenge. Join our expert Naturalists and practice your field identification skills of plants, insects, bird calls, amphibians, fungi, animal tracks, and more. Registration required for this outdoors-only program that follows all standards for social distancing. Please meet at the parking lot on River Road. Ages: 16 & Up Fee: Free Course: #105362 • Sunday, May. 2 • 9 am-12 pm
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Montgomery Parks: Part of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission
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