Potomac Valley Audubon Society Events

Tuesday March 24 2:30pm - 5:00pm EDT

Cool Spring Preserve, 1469 Lloyd Road, Charles Town, WV, 25414, United States

Garden Care Volunteer Workday at Cool Spring Preserve

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join James Dillon of Native Havens for an educational garden clean-up workday at Cool Spring Preserve!PVAS Host: KC Walters Free and open to the public. For ages 12 and older. All youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registrat......More

Cool Spring Preserve, 1469 Lloyd Road, Charles Town, WV, 25414, United States

Wednesday March 25 9:30am - 3:00pm EDT

Cool Spring Preserve, 1469 Lloyd Road, Charles Town, WV, 25414, United States

Case Nature Center Open Day

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join us for a day of discovery at Case Nature Center!PVAS Host: PVAS Nature Center Ambassadors Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required. Visit ......More

Cool Spring Preserve, 1469 Lloyd Road, Charles Town, WV, 25414, United States

Wednesday March 25 9:30am - 12:45pm EDT

Morgan’s Grove Park, Morgan's Grove Road, Shepherdstown, WV, 25443

RESCHEDULED | Watershed Field Trip Volunteer Training

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join Laurel for a morning training to learn how to volunteer at PVAS’s 4th Grade Watershed Program field trips!PVAS Host: Laurel Schwartz This is a free/donation-based program. This program is for adults. Pre-registration is required and limited to 25 participants. PVMN Continuing Education Credit Eligible Are you interested in volunteering with PVAS’s youth programs and helping local students connect with nature? Join us for our Watershed Education Program Volunteer Training, led by Watershed Program Coordinator Laurel Schwartz. During this engaging session, you’ll learn about our 4th Grade Watershed Program and the hands-on activities we use during field trips to teach students about water, wildlife, and conservation. This training qualifies for PVMN Continuing Education credit, and volunteers can earn volunteer hours by assisting with field trips. If you’ve attended this training before, you are not required to repeat it—though you are welcome to join us again for a refresher or to connect with other volunteers. Please note that PVAS education staff are also developing a new online introductory training for all Youth Program Assistants, which will cover volunteer guidelines and tips for working with students. Attendees will receive access when it is available and must complete it before their first volunteer shift. Questions? Contact Laurel at [email protected] Walking Distance: 1 mile or lessPace/Activities: Leisurely (meandering, many breaks to stop and observe)Exposure: Partial shade. Some areas of full sun.Terrain: Hard ground/hiking trail – some grass/brush/off-trailRestroom: Indoor, flushing restrooms are available.Parking/Where to Meet: Lower parking lot (closest to the train tracks)What to Bring: Dress for the weather and bring water!Register Here!Registration will remain open until the start of the program. Read our pricing structure & policies. About Laurel: Laurel Schwartz is a PVAS Program Specialist. Since September 2021, she has managed PVAS’s 4th Grade Watershed Program. Additionally, she is the Audubon Discovery Camp Director. Laurel is a lifelong Jefferson County resident and Shepherd University graduate. She graduated from Shepherd University with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies and a concentration in Sustainable Resource Management. During the summers between the school year, she worked as a seasonal Park Ranger for both the National Park Service, at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, and the Army Corps of Engineers, at Loyalhanna Lake Recreation Area. After graduation, Laurel served an AmeriCorps year (2019-2020) with us as an Environmental Educator. Through this role, she fell in love with youth education and nature interpretation. After her AmeriCorps year, Laurel worked for Virginia Tech as a Soil Science Research Associate and a Jefferson County Substitute Teacher. In her free time, Laurel can be found hiking, spending time with her dogs, relaxing in a hammock, or in the kitchen trying out new recipes.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Morgan’s Grove Park, Morgan's Grove Road, Shepherdstown, WV, 25443

Wednesday March 25 5:30pm - 7:00pm EDT

Cool Spring Preserve, 1469 Lloyd Road, Charles Town, WV, 25414, United States

EcoCraft and Foraging Programs Working Group Meeting

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Are you passionate about nature crafts or foraging? Do you want to share your interests with others and help bring creative, nature-inspired programs to life? We need your help!PVAS Host: Sonja Melander Free and open to the publ......More

Cool Spring Preserve, 1469 Lloyd Road, Charles Town, WV, 25414, United States

Saturday March 28 10:00am - 1:00pm EDT

Poor House Farm Park, Poor House Rd, Martinsburg, WV, 25403

Nature Journaling at Poor House Farm Park | Trees: Harbingers of Spring

Join Jessica Ramey for Nature Journaling!PVAS Host: Jessica Ramey Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required and limited to 12 participants. PVMN Continuing Education Credit Eligible No......More

Poor House Farm Park, Poor House Rd, Martinsburg, WV, 25403

Sunday March 29 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT

Yankauer Nature Preserve, 438 Whitings Neck Road, Martinsburg, WV, 25404, United States

Wildflower Walk at Yankauer Nature Preserve

Enjoy a woodland stroll with us to welcome Spring’s first blooms!PVAS Host: Kathy Bilton This is afree/donation-based program. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required and limited to 10 participants. PVMN Continuing Education Credit Eligible For just a short time each spring, delicate wildflowers emerge from the forest floor, transforming the woods with their vibrant colors before quickly fading away. These spring ephemerals take advantage of a brief window of sunlight before the trees leaf out, disappearing just as suddenly as they arrived. Their timing is everything—not just for them, but for the pollinators and wildlife that depend on their brief appearance. Join us for a walk through the springtime forest, where we’ll search for these short-lived blooms and take in the beauty of a season that never stands still. At Yankauer Nature Preserve, we can hope to see Twinleaf, Yellow Corydalis, Rue Anemone, Bloodroot, Spring Beauties, Dutchman’s Breeches, Cut-leaf Toothwort, and Giant Chickweed. Thank you for leaving the wildflowers for all to enjoy! Walking Distance: Approximately 2 miles or less. An entire walk may take up to two hours, but participants may leave the group and turn back at any time.Pace/Activities: Leisurely (meandering, many breaks to stop and observe)Exposure: Mostly shadedTerrain: Hard ground/hiking trail Gentle slopes/rolling hillsRestroom: There are 2 composting toilets at Yankauer near the meeting location.Parking/Where to Meet: The group will assemble by the kiosk/sign near the composting toilets, a short walk from the parking lot.What to Bring: Bring water and dress for the weather! We strongly recommend that you wear sturdy shoes (with good tread and ideally with ankle support) and bring a walking stick.Register Here!Registration will remain open until the start of the program. If the required minimum # of people do not register by 4 pm the evening prior, the program will be cancelled. Read our pricing structure & policies. About our Host: ”

Yankauer Nature Preserve, 438 Whitings Neck Road, Martinsburg, WV, 25404, United States

Sunday March 29 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

C&O Canal Towpath near Shepherdstown (large parking lot near railroad bridge), 16522-16500 Canal Rd, Sharpsburg, MD, 21782

Wildflower Walk at the C&O Canal Towpath near Shepherdstown | Mobility-friendly

Enjoy a woodland stroll with us to welcome Spring’s first blooms!PVAS Host: Wanda Miller Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required. and limited to 10 participants. PVMN Continuing Education Credit Eligible For just a short time each spring, delicate wildflowers emerge from the forest floor, transforming the woods with their vibrant colors before quickly fading away. These spring ephemerals take advantage of a brief window of sunlight before the trees leaf out, disappearing just as suddenly as they arrived. Their timing is everything—not just for them, but for the pollinators and wildlife that depend on their brief appearance. Join us for a walk through the springtime forest, where we’ll search for these short-lived blooms and take in the beauty of a season that never stands still. At the C&O Canal Towpath, we can hope to see Twinleaf, Yellow Corydalis, Rue Anemone, Bloodroot, Spring Beauties, Dutchman’s Breeches, Cut-leaf Toothwort, and Giant Chickweed. Thank you for leaving the wildflowers for all to enjoy! Walking Distance: Approximately 2 miles or less. An entire walk may take up to two hours, but participants may leave the group and turn back at any time.Pace/Activities: Leisurely (meandering, many breaks to stop and observe)Exposure: Mostly shadedTerrain: Asphalt and gravel The route is generally flat.Restroom: Restrooms are available for this program.Parking/Where to Meet: Participants will meet at the large parking lot near Shepherdstown, located here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/16gAo7LyC2NSsYPv9. Note this is NOT the first one on Canal Rd. after turning off Shepherdstown Pike. Keep following Canal Rd until you go under the railroad bridge, then it will be to your left.What to Bring: Bring water and dress for the weather! We strongly recommend that you wear sturdy shoes (with good tread and ideally with ankle support) and bring a walking stick.Register Here!Registration will remain open until the start of the program. If the required minimum # of people do not register by 4 pm the evening prior, the program will be cancelled. Read our pricing structure & policies. About our Host: Wanda is a Potomac Valley Master Naturalist. She is a retired high school biology teacher & lifelong resident of Berkeley County. She grew up on a small family farm and spent lots of time outdoors observing the local plants and animals.

C&O Canal Towpath near Shepherdstown (large parking lot near railroad bridge), 16522-16500 Canal Rd, Sharpsburg, MD, 21782

Sunday March 29 3:30pm - 5:00pm EDT

Yankauer Nature Preserve, 438 Whitings Neck Road, Martinsburg, WV, 25404, United States

Foraging Workshop: Forest to Fork Pesto

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join us for a forest foraging workshop and recipe tasting!PVAS Host: Laurel Schwartz, Amy Thomas, PVAS volunteers $20/person. (PVAS members receive a 10% discount). All ages are welcome, though youth must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and limited to 20 participants. This program has a minimum of 6 participants. PVMN Continuing Education Credit Eligible. Join us for a hands-on foraging workshop and recipe tasting, where you’ll discover the art of ethical and sustainable foraging while making a delicious pesto from garlic mustard and chickweed! As we gather ingredients, we’ll also contribute to managing invasive species at Yankauer Nature Preserve. In addition to pesto, you’ll have the chance to sample a variety of tasty treats made from foraged ingredients. PVAS program hosts Amy and Laurel, along with knowledgeable PVAS volunteers, will guide you through this flavorful adventure, sharing their expertise on responsible foraging. Bring an empty jar (or another recycled container) if you’d like to take home some of the freshly made pesto. Come ready to explore, learn, and taste the wild flavors of nature! Walking Distance: About a half milePace/Activities: Leisurely (meandering, many breaks to stop and observe) to Moderate (steady but able to maintain a conversation)Exposure: Mostly shadedTerrain: Hard ground/hiking trail. Gentle slopes/rolling hillsRestroom: There are 2 composting toilets at Yankauer near the meeting location.Parking/Where to Meet: Park in the parking lot and meet at the pavilion.What to Bring: A small/medium jar with lid or other recycled container to take home pesto.Register Here!Registration will remain open until the start of the program. If the required minimum # of people do not register by 4 pm the day prior, the program will be canceled. Read our Program Policies. About Laurel: Laurel Schwartz is a PVAS Program Specialist. Since September 2021, she has managed PVAS’s 4th Grade Watershed Program. Additionally, she is the Audubon Discovery Camp Director. Laurel is a lifelong Jefferson County resident and Shepherd University graduate. She graduated from Shepherd University with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies and a concentration in Sustainable Resource Management. During the summers between the school year, she worked as a seasonal Park Ranger for both the National Park Service, at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, and the Army Corps of Engineers, at Loyalhanna Lake Recreation Area. After graduation, Laurel served an AmeriCorps year (2019-2020) with us as an Environmental Educator. Through this role, she fell in love with youth education and nature interpretation. After her AmeriCorps year, Laurel worked for Virginia Tech as a Soil Science Research Associate and a Jefferson County Substitute Teacher. In her free time, Laurel can be found hiking, spending time with her dogs, relaxing in a hammock, or in the kitchen trying out new recipes. About Amy: Amy is a PVAS Program Specialist. She first worked for PVAS starting in 2012 as a camp counselor for three summers and then as camp director in 2015. In her role as a Program Specialist, she oversees Nature in the Neighborhood, school programs (other than 4th Grade Watershed), Turtle Time, and Forest Storytime. While studying at Towson University, Amy interned with the National Aquarium and Irvine Nature Center and worked for the University’s Office of Sustainability as a Compost Educator. Amy was also very involved in her university’s Outdoor Adventure program where she worked as an Outdoor Trip Leader, Kayak Clinic Instructor, Challenge Course Facilitator and Climbing Gym Supervisor. After earning her BA in Environmental Studies with a concentration in Informal Environmental Education in 2015, she served as a Chesapeake Conservation Corps member, working as a naturalist at Meadowside Nature Center in Rockville, Maryland. Most recently, Amy worked as a field instructor at the Mountain Institute at Spruce Knob, West Virginia, where she led students on backpacking trips and taught Watershed Education programs. In her free time, Amy enjoys backpacking, biking, rock climbing, kayaking and cross-country skiing.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Yankauer Nature Preserve, 438 Whitings Neck Road, Martinsburg, WV, 25404, United States

Monday March 30 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT

Yankauer Nature Preserve, 438 Whitings Neck Road, Martinsburg, WV, 25404, United States

Garden Clean-Up Volunteer Workday at Yankauer Nature Preserve

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Meet the new Land Management and Conservation Intern, Alexus, and join her for a “spring cleaning” of the garden beds at Yankauer Nature Preserve!PVAS Host: Alexus Smetzer Free and open to the public. For ages 12 and older. All ......More

Yankauer Nature Preserve, 438 Whitings Neck Road, Martinsburg, WV, 25404, United States

Tuesday March 31 10:00am - 4:00pm EDT

Cool Spring Preserve, 1469 Lloyd Road, Charles Town, WV, 25414, United States

Teacher Workshop | Project WILD

Teachers – spend your day at a nature preserve and earn your Project WILD Terrestrial certification!PVAS Host: Will O’Boyle Free and open to teachers. The content of this training will be targeted to middle school teachers. This program is for adults. Pre-registration i......More

Cool Spring Preserve, 1469 Lloyd Road, Charles Town, WV, 25414, United States

Tuesday March 31 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT

Cool Spring Preserve, 1469 Lloyd Road, Charles Town, WV, 25414, United States

Rachel Carson Fan Club

Come share your love of Rachel Carson and join our fan club!PVAS Host: Annie Young Free and open to the public. For ages 8 and older. All youth must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required and limited to 15 participants. PVMN Continuing Education Credit Eligible Come share your love of Rachel Carson and join our fan club! We’ll be geeking out about the mother of the environmental movement. Bring your favorite quote to share. Enjoy freshly foraged herbal tea and fresh-baked wholesome bread. Share pictures or stories of any destinations you’ve visited in her honor. Create your own Rachel Carson fan club membership card. End the night with a Sense of Wonder mindfulness walk. Walking Distance: Less than 1 milePace/Activities: Leisurely (meandering, many breaks to stop and observe)Exposure: Depends on where the group decides to go.Terrain: A mix of hard ground and mowed grass. Gentle slopes/rolling hillsRestroom: Indoor, flushing restrooms are available in the Case Nature Center.Parking/Where to Meet: Please meet inside the Case Nature Center.What to Bring: Pictures and/or a favorite quote – anything that we can use to honor and celebrate Rachel Carson! Please consider also bringing a small cash donation to support the costs of tea and bread.Register Here!Registration will remain open until the start of the program. If the required minimum # of people do not register by 4 pm the evening prior, the program will be cancelled. Read our pricing structure & policies. About our Host: Annie Young has been working in various roles for PVAS for 20 years. She helped pilot and instruct the Watershed Initiative for fourth graders, created curriculum and led Wee Naturalists, led field trips, created community programming for visiting artists and biologists held at Cool Spring Preserve and volunteered for events. She has her Masters in Curriculum and Instruction from UVA and is the owner and director of Rainbow Montessori School , a nature-based preschool in Charles Town. Annie’s favorite things are spending time with her daughter in nature and crafting with found materials.

Cool Spring Preserve, 1469 Lloyd Road, Charles Town, WV, 25414, United States

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