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Posted May 31, 2023
Summer Natural History Field Studies Courses with Nature Forward
Treat yourself this summer to one (or more!) of Nature Forward’s Natural History Field Studies offerings. All classes meet for weeknight virtual lectures from 6-8pm paired with weekend in-person field trips. More information and registration HERE Chesapeake Bay Ecosystems Discover how physical, chemical, geological, and biological processes come together to shape the diverse ecosystems within…
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Posted May 11, 2023
Wednesday, 06/28/2023: Introduction to Fern ID: Natural History Field Studies Course
This five-week course covers the identification, evolutionary history, and ecology of ferns and lycophytes. Lectures will focus on understanding the life and reproductive methods of these ancient plants, the local fern families and their characteristics, and their uses by humans and animals. Field trips will focus on identification of ferns using a variety of resources….
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Posted May 11, 2023
Chesapeake Bay Ecosystems: Natural History Field Studies Course
In this 10-week course, discover how physical, chemical, geological, and biological processes come together to shape the diverse ecosystems within the Chesapeake Bay. Learn the history of the Bay, its current condition, and what people are doing to conserve and restore habitats and ecosystem function to the well-loved and well used watershed and estuary. Virtual…
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Posted June 1, 2022
Environmental Educator – Audubon Naturalist Society (Sterling, VA)
Job Title: GreenKids Virginia Environmental Educator Department: GreenKids Supervisor: GreenKids Director FLSA Status: Nonexempt Standard Hours: Part-Time (up to 24 hours per week) Pay: $20 – $22 per hour, based on experience Position Summary The GreenKids Virginia Environmental Educator is a part-time environmental education specialist who delivers various aspects of the Audubon Naturalist Society’s GreenKids…
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Posted May 26, 2022
Audubon Naturalist Society GreenKids Director
Job Title: GreenKids Director Department: Environmental Education Supervisor: Deputy Director for Programs FLSA Status: Full-time, Exempt Telework: This position is eligible for telework, but requires travel to schools Position Summary The GreenKids Director supervises all aspects of ANS environmental education programming in partnership with Pre-K to grade 12 schools. This critical leadership position advances the…
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Posted August 12, 2020
August 25, 2020: The Bluebirds of Longwood Gardens host by the Audubon Naturalist Society
Join Dr. Lea Johnson of Longwood Gardens for a virtual talk hosted by the Audubon Naturalist Society as part of their Naturalist Hour series. Like many botanic gardens, Longwood’s mission includes stewardship of natural areas that provide wildlife habitat. Learn about the spectacular Meadow Garden at Longwood and the program to protect and monitor eastern…
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Posted August 12, 2020
August 27, 2020: Cicada Safari: An Exploration of a Periodical Wonder with the Audubon Naturalist Society
Join entomologist and renown “Bug Guy” Mike Raupp for a virtual talk hosted by the Audubon Naturalist Society as part of their Naturalist Hour series. Did you know that Brood X is coming? That’s not a Sci-Fi movie or the generation after the Millenials. It’s the emergence of periodic cicadas expected next year. Learn about…
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Posted August 12, 2020
August 18, 2020: Perceptions of Sharks: Is the “Man-Eating” Fear Justified? with the Audubon Naturalist Society
Join Symone Johnson Barkley of the National Aquarium in a virtual talk hosted by the Audubon Naturalist Society as part of their Naturalist Hour series. Sharks have long been portrayed in media as “man-eating machines” but are they worthy of that bad reputation? Sharks actually need more protection from humans than we need from them….
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Posted August 12, 2020
August 20, 2020: Seasons of Change: From Black Birders Week to Fall Migration with the Audubon Naturalist Society
Join Tykee James of the National Audubon Society and one of the founders of Black Birders Week for a virtual talk hosted by the Audubon Naturalist Society as part of their Naturalist Hour series. Tykee will discuss advancing environmental progress through anti-racism and dismantling white supremacy, as well as what he’s doing to get ready…
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Posted August 12, 2020
August 17, 2020: Getting to Know and Love Ferns with the Audubon Naturalist Society
Join Virginia Master Naturalist Kit Sheffield in a virtual talk hosted by the Audubon Naturalist Society as part of their Naturalist Hour series. Learn what makes ferns and fern allies different from other organisms, including their unique cycles of growth and reproduction. Get tips on the key features that will help you to identify different fern…
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Posted August 12, 2020
August 13, 2020: Six-Legged Songsters of Summer with the Audubon Naturalist Society
Join entomologist Cathy Stragar for a virtual talk hosted by the Audubon Naturalist Society as part of their Naturalist Hour series. Cricket song is the soundtrack of late summer evenings. Learn how to distinguish the calls of eight different species and how to become a community scientist tracking these fascinating insects during the upcoming Cricket…
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Posted February 24, 2020
April 29, 2020: Garden Stories (Chevy Chase, MD)
Garden Stories at Woodend Nature Sanctuary This Earth month, we want to encourage you to take positive environmental action while doing something that joyfully connects you with nature … gardening! Gardens can be places of respite and powerful agents of environmental healing with plant communities that feed and shelter wildlife, and green engineering that prevents…
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Posted January 14, 2019
Meadow Restoration Summit
Meadow Restoration Summit at Woodend Nature Sanctuary Come learn about the wildlife benefits of native meadows and best practices for their establishment and maintenance on all scales. Co-sponsored by the Audubon Naturalist Society, University of Maryland-Extension, and the Maryland Native Plant Society. Wednesday, March 13 (10 am – 3:30 pm) ANS Members $25; nonmembers $30 Register at www.anshome.org/adults Speakers: • Andi Pupke, Chesapeake Wildlife Heritage…