Location: Woodend Nature Sanctuary
Events at this location
september
02sep9:00 am10:00 amFamily Walk at Woodend
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Join expert naturalists on a leisurely walk through the habitats at Woodend. Explore the wonders of trees, meadows, streams, insects, birds, and everything Woodend has to offer! Members
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Join expert naturalists on a leisurely walk through the habitats at Woodend. Explore the wonders of trees, meadows, streams, insects, birds, and everything Woodend has to offer! Members $12 a family; nonmembers $20 a family. Limited to 10 families. Only register one adult when signing up. REGISTER HERE.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Location
Location: Woodend Nature Sanctuary
09sep9:00 am10:00 amSaturday Morning Bird Walk
Event Details
Join enthusiastic birders at Woodend to learn birding basics. One will learn binocular basics and how to identify common birds as well as explore the wonders of migration.
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Join enthusiastic birders at Woodend to learn birding basics. One will learn binocular basics and how to identify common birds as well as explore the wonders of migration. Members $12; nonmembers $16. Second registrant is FREE. REGISTER HERE.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Location
Location: Woodend Nature Sanctuary
15sep10:00 am11:30 amNative Plant Gardens of Woodend
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Join Garden Manager Alice Sturm in the exploration of the many native plant gardens Woodend has to offer. Learn what native herbs do well in certain conditions and
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Join Garden Manager Alice Sturm in the exploration of the many native plant gardens Woodend has to offer. Learn what native herbs do well in certain conditions and gather ideas for your own home garden. Members $12; nonmembers $16. REGISTER HERE.
Time
(Friday) 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Location
Location: Woodend Nature Sanctuary
20sep7:00 pm8:30 pmCONSERVATION CAFÉ: Understanding Flood Risk and Meaningful Engagement
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(IN-PERSON AT WOODEND) In Victor’s Conservation Cafe on Understanding Flood Risk and Meaningful Engagement, he will discuss flooding
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(IN-PERSON AT WOODEND) In Victor’s Conservation Cafe on Understanding Flood Risk and Meaningful Engagement, he will discuss flooding in Washington, DC and the measures that have been taken to reduce the risk. With his experience in the District and teaching residents about the impact of flooding he will also share the meaningful outreach and engagement lessons learned and what we can do better to reach and protect the most vulnerable communities.
Speaker Bio:
Victor Ukpolo Jr. is a Certified Floodplain Manager for the District of Columbia’s Department of Energy and Environment. He began in floodplain management 5 years ago at Baltimore City’s Department of Planning, where he also ran the City’s Community Rating System program.
Victor attended Morgan State University, an historically black college, as an undergrade in the Biological Sciences Department. It was during these years his social consciousness evolved on campus, but also off campus for the environment, as he canvassed for local environmental organizations. In later years, he earned a Master’s in Environmental Science at California State University, Los Angeles.
He has experienced working in several corners of the environmental profession, including advocacy and organizing. Over the years, Victor has also worked as a Risk Assessor and Recycling Specialist. He’s a former Chesapeake Bay Program Citizens Advisory Committee Member for the State of Maryland, where in 2014 he led the advocacy to adopt current diversity and environmental justice language into the 2014 Chesapeake Bay Agreement.
Victor’s current and most rewarding role is being a father, husband, and steward in his own community.
Time
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location
Location: Woodend Nature Sanctuary
25sep8:45 am5:00 pmDays Off Camp
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Join us for a day off full of outdoor adventures and nature exploration. Activities may include catching frogs in the pond, learning about pollinators in the meadow, games,
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Join us for a day off full of outdoor adventures and nature exploration. Activities may include catching frogs in the pond, learning about pollinators in the meadow, games, and building forts. Come prepared to get dirty and have fun! REGISTER.
Time
(Monday) 8:45 am - 5:00 pm
Location
Location: Woodend Nature Sanctuary
october
07oct9:00 am10:00 amFamily Walk at Woodend
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Join Nature Forward Master Naturalist volunteers for a FREE Family Walk on Saturday October 7 from 9 am to 10 am! Enjoy, learn, and play in our new
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Join Nature Forward Master Naturalist volunteers for a FREE Family Walk on Saturday October 7 from 9 am to 10 am! Enjoy, learn, and play in our new accessible nature playspace. Explore the fall finds throughout Woodend including acorns, meadow wildflowers, butterflies, and birds. Sign up using the below link. We look forward to seeing you at Woodend! REGISTER HERE.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Location
Location: Woodend Nature Sanctuary
09oct8:45 am5:00 pmDays Off Camp
Event Details
Join us for a day off full of outdoor adventures and nature exploration. Activities may include catching frogs in the pond, learning about pollinators in the meadow, games,
Event Details
Join us for a day off full of outdoor adventures and nature exploration. Activities may include catching frogs in the pond, learning about pollinators in the meadow, games, and building forts. Come prepared to get dirty and have fun! REGISTER.
Time
(Monday) 8:45 am - 5:00 pm
Location
Location: Woodend Nature Sanctuary
13oct10:00 am11:30 amNotable Trees of Woodend
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Learn about the notable trees Woodend has to offer with Restoration Manager Bradley Simpson. We will learn how to identify these trees and where you might find them
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Learn about the notable trees Woodend has to offer with Restoration Manager Bradley Simpson. We will learn how to identify these trees and where you might find them in the wild. We will explore what wildlife uses these trees and how they benefit our native ecosystems. Members $12; nonmembers $16. REGISTER HERE.
Time
(Friday) 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Location
Location: Woodend Nature Sanctuary
14oct9:00 am10:00 amSaturday Morning Bird Walk
Event Details
Join enthusiastic birders at Woodend to learn birding basics. One will learn binocular basics and how to identify common birds as well as explore the wonders of migration.
Event Details
Join enthusiastic birders at Woodend to learn birding basics. One will learn binocular basics and how to identify common birds as well as explore the wonders of migration. Members $12; nonmembers $16. Second registrant is FREE. REGISTER HERE.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Location
Location: Woodend Nature Sanctuary
19oct6:00 pm8:30 pmAnnual Meeting
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Nature Forward Annual Meeting Thursday, October 19, 6-8:30 pmWoodend SanctuaryGuest Speaker:
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Nature Forward Annual Meeting
Thursday, October 19, 6-8:30 pm
Woodend Sanctuary
Guest Speaker: Dr. Riva Riley, Zoologist and Stand-up Comedian
“The science and humor of zoology: why fish are funny, how fish are funny, and what I learned along the way.”
Calling all Nature Forward members and supporters! Be sure to join us for the 2023 Annual Meeting to celebrate the completion of all four promises of the Nature for All campaign and look ahead to the bright future for our organization.
The evening event will include recognition of Natural History Field Studies graduates and the election of members to the Nature Forward Board of Directors. Coffee and dessert will be served.
Our speaker, Riva Riley, will explore the fascination and humor of animal behavior and the scientists who study it. She will also reflect on the institutions and conventions that have shaped how science works and who has the chance to become scientists.
Please RSVP to this free event by registering online at give.natureforward.org/am2023 by Friday, October 15.
BOARD ELECTIONS:
Nature Forward members will vote on candidates for the Board of Directors at the Annual Meeting. An official notice including profiles of the Board candidates nominated by the Nominating Committee will be posted at natureforward.org/board after October 1.

Time
(Thursday) 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location
Location: Woodend Nature Sanctuary
22oct10:00 am12:00 pmForest Bathing with Ana
Event Details
Join naturalist Ana Ka’ahanui in a soothing exploration and mindfulness walk through the forests at Woodend. Relax and take in the fresh air and cool shade these trees
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Join naturalist Ana Ka’ahanui in a soothing exploration and mindfulness walk through the forests at Woodend. Relax and take in the fresh air and cool shade these trees have to offer. Members $30; nonmembers $40. REGISTER HERE.
Time
(Sunday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Location: Woodend Nature Sanctuary
november
01nov8:45 am5:00 pmDays Off Camp
Event Details
Join us for a day off full of outdoor adventures and nature exploration. Activities may include catching frogs in the pond, learning about pollinators in the meadow, games,
Event Details
Join us for a day off full of outdoor adventures and nature exploration. Activities may include catching frogs in the pond, learning about pollinators in the meadow, games, and building forts. Come prepared to get dirty and have fun! REGISTER.
Time
(Wednesday) 8:45 am - 5:00 pm
Location
Location: Woodend Nature Sanctuary
10nov10:00 am12:00 pmForest Bathing with Adria
Event Details
Join naturalist Adria Zeldin in a soothing exploration and mindfulness walk through the forests at Woodend. Relax and take in the fresh air and cool shade these trees
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Join naturalist Adria Zeldin in a soothing exploration and mindfulness walk through the forests at Woodend. Relax and take in the fresh air and cool shade these trees have to offer. Members $30; nonmembers $40. REGISTER HERE.
Time
(Friday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Location: Woodend Nature Sanctuary
11nov9:00 am10:00 amSaturday Morning Bird Walk
Event Details
Join enthusiastic birders at Woodend to learn birding basics. One will learn binocular basics and how to identify common birds as well as explore the wonders of migration.
Event Details
Join enthusiastic birders at Woodend to learn birding basics. One will learn binocular basics and how to identify common birds as well as explore the wonders of migration. Members $12; nonmembers $16. Second registrant is FREE. REGISTER HERE.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Location
Location: Woodend Nature Sanctuary
17nov10:00 am11:30 amNatural Habitats of Woodend
Event Details
Join Nature Forward naturalists to explore the meadows, forests and stream at Woodend. Learn about the work we do to improve our native habitats for our local wildlife.
Event Details
Join Nature Forward naturalists to explore the meadows, forests and stream at Woodend. Learn about the work we do to improve our native habitats for our local wildlife. Members $12; nonmembers $16. REGISTER HERE.
Time
(Friday) 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Location
Location: Woodend Nature Sanctuary
december
10dec9:00 am10:00 amSaturday Morning Bird Walk
Event Details
Join enthusiastic birders at Woodend to learn birding basics. One will learn binocular basics and how to identify common birds as well as explore the wonders of migration.
Event Details
Join enthusiastic birders at Woodend to learn birding basics. One will learn binocular basics and how to identify common birds as well as explore the wonders of migration. Members $12; nonmembers $16. Second registrant is FREE. REGISTER HERE.
Time
(Sunday) 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Location
Location: Woodend Nature Sanctuary