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SUMMARY:Box Turtle Conservation in Northern Virginia *Virtual*
DESCRIPTION:**This is a virtual event. Registration will close at 10am on February 12 to give us enough time to email registrants the link. If you would like to register after that time you can email Eleanor at eharris@cliftoninstitute.org and time permitting she will send you the link. ** \nJoin Co-Director Bert Harris to learn about our collaborative research on Box Turtles in northern Virginia. Box Turtles are thought to have declined by as much as 75% in the Mid Atlantic and mortality from mowing is likely to be an important factor in rural areas. Bert will cover our efforts to survey and track Box Turtles in northern Virginia. He will present the preliminary results from our first three years of research\, which includes population density estimates and activity periods to help landowners decide when to mow their fields. \nWe will send a link to the Zoom meeting a few days prior to the talk. Please make sure your email address is up to date! \nCost: Free! \nAge:  All ages. \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nWe look forward to seeing you then!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/how-to-time-mowing-to-avoid-killing-box-turtles/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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SUMMARY:Winter Tree Identification Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Winter is a great time of year to learn how to identify trees and to practice looking at bark and twigs. We will start this program with a brief presentation indoors about the tips and tricks to identify the most common trees in our forests. Then we will take you on a mile-long walk in the woods to practice. This program is meant for beginners. Advanced botanists are welcome but you may teach us more than we teach you! If you would like to start practicing now or if you would like to bring some resources with you\, we recommend the book Winter Tree Finder by May Theilgaard Watts and Tom Watts and the Flora of Virginia app. \nCost:  \nChildren 18 and under – Free \nAdults – $15 ($10 for Friends of Clifton.)  All proceeds from our programs go directly to funding our education programs\, restoration work\, and research projects. Thank you for your support! \nAge: Adults and children ages 12 and up\, accompanied by an adult. \nWeather policy: Date and time subject to change dependent on weather. Please check your email for updates on the morning of the event. \nCOVID-19 Information: This program will be entirely outdoors (an outside porta potty will be available). Please do not attend if you are experiencing or have experienced in the last two weeks any symptoms associated with COVID-19 (fever\, cough\, shortness of breath\, etc.). \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/winter-tree-identification-workshop-3/
LOCATION:The Clifton Institute\, 6712 Blantyre Road\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T193000
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SUMMARY:Education Volunteer Information Session *Virtual*
DESCRIPTION:***THIS IS A VIRTUAL EVENT*** \nThe Clifton Institute provides around 40 field trips per year to over 1\,200 pre-K-12th students from Fauquier County and beyond. During the field trips\, students learn about the natural history of the Northern Virginia piedmont and participate in some of our ongoing research projects\, such as our Native Grassland Restoration or Vernal Pool Monitoring! \nWe rely on an excellent team of volunteers to help run large field trips (sometimes 90 students at a time) alongside Clifton’s small education staff. This virtual program will be an introduction to Clifton’s educational mission\, an overview of what field trips look like\, and an opportunity for curious folks to hear about the volunteer positions available and ask questions. \nIf\, after the online session you feel like you’d be willing to help with our field trip program\, you can attend the in-person training on Wednesday\, February 18th. All volunteers hoping to help with the education programs must attend the in-person training. Returning volunteers from previous years are encouraged but not required to attend the in-person training and do not need to attend this virtual session. \nA Zoom link will be sent to registered participants the day of the event. \nCost: Free! \nAge: Adults only.
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/education-volunteer-information-session-virtual-2/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Adult programs,Volunteer days
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T150000
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SUMMARY:Walk With A Naturalist
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk around the field station to see what we can see! Led by a staff naturalist\, we’ll encounter birds\, bugs\, plants and more. \nCost: Free! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nWeather policy: Date and time subject to change dependent on weather. Please check your email for updates on the morning of the event. \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/walk-with-a-naturalist-38/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175357
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Cost: Free! \nCome join us to bird watch around the field station! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nWeather policy: Rain or shine except in case of extreme weather (e.g. thunderstorm or significant snow fall). \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/bird-walk-94/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T174500
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SUMMARY:Woodcock Watch
DESCRIPTION:The American Woodcock is one of our stealthiest birds\, but it’s also one of the most fun to watch when they do show themselves. On early spring evenings\, the males perform their mating displays\, flying high into the air and falling back to the ground\, making calls and sounds with their wings as they do so. \nDuring this program we will give a brief introduction to these interesting birds and then we’ll go out into our fields where we will be able to watch and hear the birds perform. We’ll be watching the weather to pick a date that looks most promising for us to see a good show (if the weather is too cloudy\, windy\, or cold they stay hunkered down). \nIf March 6 looks good we will hold the event then. Otherwise we expect to pick one of March 14 or 15 at the same time. We will email you a few days beforehand when we know more. 
 Please bring a flashlight. We will be standing out in the field for around 30 minutes. We will have sit pads to lend out. Some people like to bring a small camping stool\, chair\, or blanket\, but keep in mind that we will have to walk about a quarter mile and we may relocate depending on where the birds are. \nCost:  \nChildren 18 and under – Free \nAdults – $15 ($10 for Friends of Clifton.)  All proceeds from our programs go directly to funding our education programs\, restoration work\, and research projects. Thank you for your support! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nWeather policy: Date and time subject to change dependent on weather. Please check your email for updates on the morning of the event. \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. Refunds not given for participant cancellation. Refunds will be given if Clifton cancels. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/woodcock-watch-7/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T160000
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SUMMARY:**RESCHEDULED** Geology of the Piedmont Driving Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we look for signs of a rift valley that once cut a wide chasm across the Jurassic deserts of Northern Virginia. We will see evidence of saline lakes and rivers that carried water (and sand/mud) from the towering Appalachians when they were a young mountain range. We will also get to cross the remnants of huge lava flows that periodically swept across the valley. We will begin by descending the once rugged mountains lining the western edge of the basin (now the rolling hills around Warrenton)\, crossing the rift heading southeast\, and then emerging onto much older metamorphic rocks near Kelly’s Ford. \nThis year we will be following roughly the same route that we took in 2023 across the Culpeper Basin. This Mesozoic basin is one of the more prominent and ecologically important features on the Piedmont. It is also where some of the youngest rocks of the entire Piedmont occur\, marking the last major tectonic event along the eastern seaboard when the Atlantic Ocean was born. Because of this\, the rocks are minimally deformed and represent a bit of a break from the mind-bending complexity of the older rocks dominating the rest of the region. \nWe will meet at Clifton at 9:00am where we will check out some of our greenstone outcrops then head out toward C.F. Phelps WMA near Remington\, making several stops along the way. We will eat lunch along the way (please provide your own lunch) and wrap up around 4:00pm. \nCost:  \nChildren 18 and under – Free \nAdults – $30 ($25 for Friends of Clifton.)  All proceeds from our programs go directly to funding our education programs\, restoration work\, and research projects. Thank you for your support! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nWeather policy: Date and time subject to change dependent on weather. Please check your email for updates on the morning of the event. \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. Refunds not given for participant cancellation. Refunds will be given if Clifton cancels. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/geology-of-the-piedmont-driving-tour-2/
LOCATION:The Clifton Institute\, 6712 Blantyre Road\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling Meetup and Walk
DESCRIPTION:Nature journaling is a powerful tool for learning about plants and animals\, a mindful practice for connecting to nature\, and just a great way to spend time outside. Managing Director and passionate nature journaler Eleanor Harris runs quarterly nature journaling meetups to help people develop their nature journaling skills and meet other nature journalers in the area. Whether you have been nature journaling for years or have never nature journaled before but want to try it out\, this event is for you! If you’d like to learn more about nature journaling you can check out our page here. \nCost: Free! \nAge:  Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nBring: Please bring a journal and art supplies. Just a piece of paper and pencil will be enough. Eleanor will have a limited number of John Muir Laws’ nature journals for sale. \nWeather policy: Date and time subject to change dependent on weather. Please check your email for updates on the morning of the event. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/nature-journaling-meetup-and-walk-8/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Adult programs,Family programs,Nature journaling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175357
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T173539Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come join us to birdwatch around the field station! \nCost: Free! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nWeather policy: Rain or shine except in case of extreme weather (e.g. thunderstorm or significant snow fall). \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute.
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/bird-walk-95/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175357
CREATED:20251212T174458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T174458Z
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SUMMARY:Walk With A Naturalist
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk around the field station to see what we can see! Led by a staff naturalist\, we’ll encounter birds\, bugs\, plants and more. \nCost: Free! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nWeather policy: Date and time subject to change dependent on weather. Please check your email for updates on the morning of the event. \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/walk-with-a-naturalist-39/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175357
CREATED:20251212T174039Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come join us to birdwatch around the field station! \nCost: Free! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nWeather policy: Rain or shine except in case of extreme weather (e.g. thunderstorm or significant snow fall). \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute.
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/bird-walk-96/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175357
CREATED:20260213T151235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T151254Z
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SUMMARY:Science Saturday: Vernal Pool Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:In this installment of our Science Saturdays series participants will have the opportunity to participate in our vernal pool monitoring project. Vernal pools are fish-free bodies of water that are safe for amphibians to breed in. Here at Clifton\, we have multiple made by beavers\, humans\, and natural depressions\, where Spotted Salamanders\, Jefferson Salamanders\, Eastern Newts\, Wood Frogs\, and other amphibians breed. Each spring we monitor the water levels and quality in each pool and survey for eggs and adults to keep track of our amphibian populations are faring. It’s never a certainty\, but it is likely that we will see adult amphibians in at least one of the pools. This is a special opportunity to visit an amazing habitat and to learn about the science going on here at Clifton. \nCost: \nChildren 18 and under – Free \nAdults – $15 ($10 for Friends of Clifton.)  All proceeds from our programs go directly to funding our education programs\, restoration work\, and research projects. Thank you for your support! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nBring: Please bring a lunch and water bottle. \nWeather policy: Date and time subject to change dependent on weather. Please check your email for updates on the morning of the event. \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. Refunds not given for participant cancellation. Refunds will be given if Clifton cancels. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/science-saturday-vernal-pool-monitoring-2/
LOCATION:The Clifton Institute\, 6712 Blantyre Road\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T160000
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SUMMARY:Lichens for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:In this program Co-Director and amateur lichenologist Bert Harris will teach participants the basics of lichen biology and identification. He’ll then lead participants on a lichen tour of the rocky outcrops and mature forests of the Clifton Institute. We have some exciting lichens here\, but we are just starting to study our lichen community\, so with a group of lichen-likers looking closely we may even find a new species! \nWe recommend bringing a hand lens if you have one\, but we will have some to share if not.\n \nCost:  \nChildren 18 and under – Free \nAdults – $15 ($10 for Friends of Clifton.)  All proceeds from our programs go directly to funding our education programs\, restoration work\, and research projects. Thank you for your support! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nWeather policy: Date and time subject to change dependent on weather. Please check your email for updates on day before the event. \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. No refunds given for participant cancellation. Refunds will be issued in the event of Clifton cancelling. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/lichens-for-beginners-3/
LOCATION:The Clifton Institute\, 6712 Blantyre Road\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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SUMMARY:DIY Science Day
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn how scientific research is done? Or figure out how the world works? Or do you just want to spend the day exploring nature with a group of kind and curious people? Then join us for our first ever DIY Science day! \nIn this day-long workshop\, we’ll teach you how to do science in your backyard\, at the park\, on your daily walk\, or anywhere else you can take your eyeballs and a piece of paper. Consider this a version of our popular Young Scientists Research Experience… for slightly older scientists and compressed into a single day. \nIn the morning we’ll start with a brief talk about a topic of our choosing to give you a basis for your research project. Then we’ll guide you through the steps of coming up with a question\, collecting data\, and drawing conclusions. The program will culminate in an opportunity for everyone to share what they’ve learned in as much detail as you’d like. No prior experience required and we will provide all the necessary equipment. Our programs tend to attract friendly people. We expect the group to work together to create a positive experience for everyone and we hope you won’t be nervous to try something new with us. \nParticipants should bring lunch\, any snacks you might like for the day\, and a water bottle. We will provide drinks (alcoholic and non) and a simple dinner at 5pm. You are welcome to invite friends and family to watch the presentations.\nCost:  \nAdults – $80 ($65 for Friends of Clifton.)  All proceeds from our programs go directly to funding our education programs\, restoration work\, and research projects. Thank you for your support! \nAge: Adults only. \nWeather policy: Date and time subject to change dependent on weather. Please check your email for updates on the morning of the event. \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. Refunds not given for participant cancellation. Refunds will be given if Clifton cancels. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/diy-science-day/
LOCATION:The Clifton Institute\, 6712 Blantyre Road\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T070000
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come join us to birdwatch around the field station! \nCost: Free! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nWeather policy: Rain or shine except in case of extreme weather (e.g. thunderstorm or significant snow fall). \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute.
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/bird-walk-97/
LOCATION:The Clifton Institute\, 6712 Blantyre Road\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T070000
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come join us to birdwatch around the field station! \nCost: Free! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nWeather policy: Rain or shine except in case of extreme weather (e.g. thunderstorm or significant snow fall). \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute.
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/bird-walk-98/
LOCATION:The Clifton Institute\, 6712 Blantyre Road\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T130000
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SUMMARY:Walk With A Naturalist
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk around the field station to see what we can see! Led by a staff naturalist\, we’ll encounter birds\, bugs\, plants and more. \nCost: Free! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nWeather policy: Date and time subject to change dependent on weather. Please check your email for updates on the morning of the event. \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/walk-with-a-naturalist-40/
LOCATION:The Clifton Institute\, 6712 Blantyre Road\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T120000
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling Meetup and Walk
DESCRIPTION:Nature journaling is a powerful tool for learning about plants and animals\, a mindful practice for connecting to nature\, and just a great way to spend time outside. Managing Director and passionate nature journaler Eleanor Harris runs quarterly nature journaling meetups to help people develop their nature journaling skills and meet other nature journalers in the area. Whether you have been nature journaling for years or have never nature journaled before but want to try it out\, this event is for you! If you’d like to learn more about nature journaling you can check out our page here. \nCost: Free! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nBring: Please bring a journal and art supplies. Just a piece of paper and pencil will be enough. Eleanor will have a limited number of John Muir Laws’ nature journals for sale. \nWeather policy: Date and time subject to change dependent on weather. Please check your email for updates on the morning of the event. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/nature-journaling-meetup-and-walk-9/
LOCATION:The Clifton Institute\, 6712 Blantyre Road\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult programs,Nature journaling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175357
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T211245Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come join us to bird watch around the field station! \nCost: Free! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nWeather policy: Rain or shine except in case of extreme weather (e.g. thunderstorm or significant snow fall). \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/bird-walk-99/
LOCATION:The Clifton Institute\, 6712 Blantyre Road\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T153000
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SUMMARY:Science Saturday: Box Turtle Survey
DESCRIPTION:In 2022 we started a collaborative research project with the Turtle Conservation Ecology Lab and Joe Kolowski at the Smithsonian’s NZCBI to study Box Turtles. We are studying Box Turtle movements and habitat selection so that we can learn when it’s safe to mow fields in our area. In the third installment of this event\, we will give a short presentation on what we have learned so far and then we’ll go into the field. Participants will help us search for new turtles to study and track turtles that are tagged with radio transmitters. This is a special opportunity to tag along with our staff researchers and see how field science is done. \nCost: \nChildren 18 and under – Free \nAdults – $15 ($10 for Friends of Clifton.)  All proceeds from our programs go directly to funding our education programs\, restoration work\, and research projects. Thank you for your support! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nWeather policy: Date and time subject to change dependent on weather. Please check your email for updates on the morning of the event. \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. Program fee will not be refunded in event of participant cancellation. If Clifton has to cancel or reschedule\, we will refund tickets. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/science-saturday-box-turtle-survey/
LOCATION:The Clifton Institute\, 6712 Blantyre Road\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T213000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T200030Z
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SUMMARY:Firefly Watch
DESCRIPTION:We love going out on a summer evening to see hundreds of fireflies flashing in the trees and we’d love you to have you join us for this magical display. In this program\, Co-Director Eleanor Harris will give a brief talk about the biology and identification of fireflies (there are several species in our area!) and then we’ll go on a short walk in our fields to enjoy the show. \nCost: \nChildren 18 and under – Free \nAdults – $15 ($10 for Friends of Clifton.)  All proceeds from our programs go directly to funding our education programs\, restoration work\, and research projects. Thank you for your support! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nBring: Please bring a flashlight \nWeather policy: Date and time subject to change dependent on weather. Please check your email for updates. \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. Refunds will not be given if attendee cancels. Refunds will be given if Clifton cancels. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/firefly-watch-3/
LOCATION:The Clifton Institute\, 6712 Blantyre Road\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T160000
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SUMMARY:Rappahannock Dragonfly Count 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of counting dragonflies across Rappahannock County! Our goals are to learn which species of dragonflies and damselflies are found in our area\, to monitor changes in their populations\, and to help everyone learn more about odonates. \nA map of the count circle is here. The circle includes a wide variety of aquatic habitats\, including a fish-free ponds and a variety of clean streams and rivers that range from tiny seeps all the way up to the Hughes River. Highlights from previous Rappahannock counts include Dot-tailed Whiteface\, Rapids Clubtail\, Appalachian Jewelwing\, and Aurora Damsel. \nBeginners are most welcome! \nAs in the Clifton count\, participants will get to explore biodiverse private properties that are not open to the public. \nPlease email Bert Harris (bharris@cliftoninstitute.org) if you have dragonfly identification skills and would like to lead a team. \nCost: Free! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nWeather policy: Date and time subject to change dependent on weather. Please check your email for updates on the morning of the event. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/rappahannock-dragonfly-count-3/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Adult programs,Community science
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175357
CREATED:20260213T212051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T212127Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come join us to bird watch around the field station! \nCost: Free! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nWeather policy: Rain or shine except in case of extreme weather (e.g. thunderstorm or significant snow fall). \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/bird-walk-100/
LOCATION:The Clifton Institute\, 6712 Blantyre Road\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T130000
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SUMMARY:Dragonfly Identification Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Dragonflies and damselflies are some of the most mysterious and beautiful animals that live at the Clifton Institute\, and June is the perfect time to search for them. Join us for a workshop that will cover the basics of dragonfly identification and biology. We will then practice what we learned by visiting lakes\, streams\, and fish-free vernal pools\, each of which host distinct dragonfly communities. \nCost: \nChildren 18 and under – Free \nAdults – $15 ($10 for Friends of Clifton.)  All proceeds from our programs go directly to funding our education programs\, restoration work\, and research projects. Thank you for your support! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nBring: Please bring binoculars if you have them. \nWeather policy: Date and time subject to change dependent on weather. Please check your email for updates on the morning of the event. \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. Refunds will not be given if attendee cancels. Refunds will be given if Clifton cancels. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/dragonfly-identification-workshop-5/
LOCATION:The Clifton Institute\, 6712 Blantyre Road\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175357
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T132059Z
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SUMMARY:Clifton Dragonfly Count 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our sixth annual Dragonfly Count! Our goals are to learn which species of dragonflies and damselflies are found in our area\, to monitor changes in their populations\, and to encourage everyone to learn more about odonates. \nThe map of the count circle is here. The circle includes a wide variety of aquatic habitats\, including a sphagnum bog\, fish-free marshes\, lakes with abundant lily pads\, and a variety of clean streams and rivers that range from tiny seeps all the way up to the Rappahannock River. This interesting area has not received as much study as nearby northern Virginia\, but 72 species of dragonflies and damselflies have already been documented inside the circle. \nWe will divide the circle up into several areas\, which teams of people will cover\, similar to a Christmas Bird Count or NABA butterfly count. We will let you know where to meet closer to the date. The count is open to people of all experience levels. We welcome dragonfly experts as well as anyone who is interested in learning about these fascinating insects. \nThis event is free but registration is required. Email Bert Harris (bharris@cliftoninstitute.org) with any questions or if you would like to lead one of the teams. Please let us know if you live inside the count circle and you have a fish-free pond or marsh or a pond with lily pads or other emergent aquatic vegetation on your property that you would like to be included in the count. We are partnering with the Virginia Outdoors Foundation and White House Farm Foundation on this event. \nCost: Free! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nBring: It will be hot and we’ll be spending time near or in the water. Shorts and sturdy sandals or rubber boots are usually best\, but long pants can come in handy as well. Please bring sunscreen\, sun hat\, binoculars (important)\, camera\, insect net\, and plenty of water. \nWeather policy: Date and time subject to change dependent on weather. Please check your email for updates on the morning of the event. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/clifton-dragonfly-count-2025-2/
LOCATION:The Clifton Institute\, 6712 Blantyre Road\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult programs,Community science
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175357
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T212423Z
UID:23806-1782543600-1782550800@cliftoninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come join us to bird watch around the field station! \nCost: Free! \nAge: Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nWeather policy: Rain or shine except in case of extreme weather (e.g. thunderstorm or significant snow fall). \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/bird-walk-101/
LOCATION:The Clifton Institute\, 6712 Blantyre Road\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175357
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T155109Z
UID:22956-1784970000-1784991600@cliftoninstitute.org
SUMMARY:2026 NABA Butterfly Count
DESCRIPTION:Every year community scientists help count butterflies in 15-mile-diameter circles all around the country and contribute their data to the North American Butterfly Association (NABA). This summer we will host our 30th annual butterfly count and celebrate our 23rd year contributing our data to NABA! \nButterfly enthusiasts of all levels of experience are welcome! If you feel like you don’t know many butterflies\, this is a great way to learn and it’s always helpful to have more eyes pointing out butterflies. Participants will be assigned to small teams\, led by an experienced butterfly counter. We will share information about your team closer to the date. Each team will survey a variety of sites within our count circle.  We will meet at the Clifton Institute at 4 PM to tally our results over cold drinks (provided). \nCheck out what we’ve seen in previous years here! \nCost: Free! \nAge:  Adults and children accompanied by an adult. \nBring: Please bring a lunch and water. We recommend wearing long pants and a broad-brimmed hat and bringing binoculars. \nWeather policy: Date and time subject to change dependent on weather. Please check your email for updates on the morning of the event. \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. \nBy registering for this event\, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/2025-naba-butterfly-count-2/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Adult programs,Community science
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175357
CREATED:20260227T172609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T172609Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Camp for Grownups
DESCRIPTION:Hey grownups! Have you ever wished you could go to summer camp? Well\, now you can! This September we are offering our sixth annual weekend-long Nature Camp for Grownups! \nActivities will start on the morning of September 26 and conclude on the afternoon of September 27. Activities will include short workshops (for example on insect orders or plant families)\, nature walks\, nature journaling\, crafts\, and more. And of course we’ll be making friends and having fun the whole time! \nWe will have the option to tent camp overnight near the farmhouse. Campers will have access to a bathroom in the farmhouse but not a shower. If you prefer to go home on Saturday night you can meet back up with us for or after breakfast on Sunday morning. We will provide simple lunches\, dinner\, and breakfast. All materials for crafts and other projects will be included. \nTimes: 10:00AM on September 26 to 3:30PM on September 27 \nCost: $150 ($125 for Friends of the Clifton Institute). \nAge: Adults only. \nBring: Snacks\, water bottle\, a nature journal if you have one. If you will be camping\, please bring a tent\, sleeping bag\, sleeping pad\, and any other equipment you need to be comfortable. We have a small number of tents and sleeping bags we can loan out\, but not enough for everyone. \nWeather policy: Rain or shine except in case of extreme weather. \nRegistration is REQUIRED. \nCancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event\, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else. No refunds will be given upon registrant cancellation. \nBefore attending this event\, please read the information included on our liability release form (click here). \nWe look forward to seeing you at the Clifton Institute!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/nature-camp-for-grownups-4/
LOCATION:The Clifton Institute\, 6712 Blantyre Road\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult programs,Summer Camps
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