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Observations from Meadowood: November
Action Alert: Keep Protections for Red-cockaded Woodpeckers
The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS) on October 8, 2020 proposed to “downlist” the species from “endangered” to “threatened,” which would roll back protections essential to its survival. Prematurely removing those protections could cause loss of the hard-fought gains that resulted from current protections.
2020 Christmas Bird Count – December 20, 2020
The 1918 Christmas Bird Count
Lorton Ski Resort Could Threaten Habitat, Birds and More
400 Acres of Reston Association Natural Areas Certified as Wildlife Sanctuaries
Create Your Own Holiday Birdseed Wreath
December Bird of the Month
Alexandria Film Festival
Observations from Meadowood: October
November 2020
Peregrine Falcons Choose Ashburn Quarry to Raise their Young
Pandemic Pollution: More Trash
Historic River Farm Property in Peril
Plastic is One of the Largest Culprits Harming Birds and Wildlife Today
Capturing the Natural Beauty of Birds
Virtual Bird Walk at Oak Spring Garden
Yellow Eyes in Moonless Skies: Researching the population status of the enigmatic Northern Saw-whet Owl
There’s something truly delightful about autumn nights. The crispness of the air, the sound of the trees rustling in the wind, and catching a glimpse of fluttering owls from deep within the woods. Northern Saw-whet Owl migration kicks off in late October which means another season of observing these elusive raptors!
