This program about raptor rehabilitation and the impact of rodenticides includes both lectures and hands-on training in one afternoon.
Join NVBA's quarterly meeting and learn from the Director of the "Search for Lost Birds" at American Bird Conservancy, John Mittermeier.
Want to learn about raptor rehabilitation and the impact of rodenticides? Join us for an afternoon of lectures and hands-on training.
In this course taught by Bill Young, we'll discuss how climate change impacts birds — which species will adapt and which are vulnerable.
Matt Felperin will present on the world of woodpeckers in celebration of our first-ever Bird of the Year: the Pileated Woodpecker!
Delegate Tran will give advice on how to advocate before the General Assembly and local governments, improving your lobbying efforts.
Are you intrigued by observing wildlife in your own yard? Do you want to contribute to the environmental health of our planet? If so, come learn about the Wildlife Sanctuary program at this in-person event!
We are preparing for Virginia’s legislative session by partnering with the Virginia Conservation Network, the largest conservation advocacy organization in Virginia, to host a General Assembly Preview Regional Watch Party.
Learn about Italy’s birding history and conservation projects with ecotourism pioneer Marco Valtriani. You can join us in person or on Zoom!
Calling all public school teachers: Join NVBA and last year's Hog Island scholarship recipient Deborah Hammer to hear about her experiences at camp, ask questions, and learn how to apply.
Join our two-part program to build your bird guide skills, then volunteer with NVBA to lead birding experiences across Northern Virginia!
Join our two-part program to build your bird guide skills, then volunteer with NVBA to lead birding experiences across Northern Virginia!
In this class, students will paint a beautiful female Northern Cardinal portrait, learning how to mix neutral colors and techniques for layering colors to create various feather patterns.
Spiders intrigue us more than most insects, yet most know little about their lives or benefits they provide. Join us for this free online event with Judy Gallagher to learn more!
Birding is for anyone and everyone! Join us on a leisurely Birdability outing at Mason Neck State Park to celebrate this year’s Birdability Week!
Join our NextGen group as they bring together bird enthusiasts, board gamers, and cider lovers for a Wingspan Game Night at Lost Boy Cider.
Federal, State and local government authorities charged with conservation of our biodiversity and natural resources have limited means, which forces them to prioritize their interventions. This webinar will provide examples for GIS applications in different settings (all on locations in NOVA) and offer participants an opportunity to learn from these examples, ask questions and build relationships with other organizations that could help them better achieve their goals.
Want to learn more about bird rehabilitation? Join us and A.E.R.O. for an afternoon full of educational lectures on the subject!
Birding is for anyone and everyone! Join us as we learn about inclusive birding practices from the Executive Director of Birdability, Cat!
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED - PLEASE CHECK BACK SOON FOR A NEW DATE! Are you intrigued by observing wildlife in your own yard? Do you want to contribute to the environmental health of our planet? If so, come learn about the Wildlife Sanctuary program at this in-person event!
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by joining our virtual book talk with ABC President, Michael Parr on his latest book.
Join us Sunday, September 21, for our quarterly Alliance Afternoon featuring a presentation by NVBA board member Judy Gallagher on the amazing world of insects.
The Virginia Wildlife Action Plan is a statewide conservation plan for plants and wildlife. It involves input from experts, conservation stakeholders, tribal partners and many others. It provides a framework that outlines threats to Virginia's most imperiled wildlife and conservation actions to help those species recover.
In this class, students will paint beautiful Barred Owl portrait, learning how to mix neutral colors, as well as techniques of layering colors to create various feather patterns.
The sight of butterflies fluttering around on a warm day is one of the most iconic signs of summer, but they can still be found well into the fall months.
The sight of butterflies fluttering around on a warm day is one of the most iconic signs of summer, but they can still be found well into the fall months.
This free program features images of most raptors in this area, identification tips, and some interesting behavior aspects of some of the species.
Join us Sunday, June 8, for a brief annual meeting followed by a program, “Raptor Reproduction and Nesting,” featuring live birds!
In this class, students will paint beautiful Belted Kingfisher portrait, learning how to mix neutral colors, as well as techniques of layering colors to create various feather patterns.
Are you fascinated by birds and eager to learn more? Join us for Ornithology 101, a beginner-friendly, 5-week virtual course designed for bird lovers of all backgrounds!
Whether you are a casual hiker or a seasoned birder, you will encounter sparrows almost everywhere you go. Learn to tell them apart and some strategies to identify them in this free webinar.
