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Protect People, Pets & Streams WHAT’S HAPPENING

his summer, please give a big thank watershed. During the next rain, you to the many responsible dog poop that has been left on the ground and its owners in Arlington who pick up after bacteria are washed down storm drains and their dogs! This keeps Arlington into local streams. Picking up after your pet Thealthier for us and for our four-legged com- protects the health of your neighborhood’s panions. Both people and dogs can get sick kids, pets and streams! from a variety of pathogens that can be found in dog poop - like giardia, salmonella, parvovirus, Being a responsible owner - and thanking those and round and hookworms to name a few. De- who are - encourages others to do the same. pending on the pathogen, simply sniffing another A social norm is created, encouraging all Arling- dog’s poop may be enough to infect a dog. tonians to believe that leaving poop on the What ‘poopertrators’ don’t pick up is left on ground is not acceptable in this community. the ground, and the pathogens can contaminate Please help us ensure that only rain goes down the soil and some are able to survive there. our storm drains! Children are especially vulnerable because they are apt to play on the ground or walk outside without shoes.

Even in healthy dogs, dog poop contains nearly twice as much fecal bacteria per gram as human waste, making it an especially troublesome bac- teria source when it is left on the ground. The recent efforts to restore the Chesapeake Bay have highlighted nitrogen, phosphorus and The Snag is published by Arlington’s Conservation sediment as pollutants, but bacteria has not & Interpretation Section. Our mission to increase received as much publicity. Four Mile Run is enjoyment, understanding and stewardship of listed as “impaired” by the state of for Arlington's natural and cultural resources through excess bacteria and dogs have been identified as outreach and education. a key, controllable source of bacteria in the

GULF BRANCH NATURE CENTER LONG BRANCH NATURE CENTER FORT C.F. SMITH PARK Sign up to receive THE SNAG and 3608 Military Road 625 S. Carlin Springs Road 2411 N. 24th St. to find other information about our nature and conservation Arlington, VA 22207 Arlington, VA 22204 Arlington, VA 22207 programs at www.arlingtonva.us/ [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] dpr 703-228-3403 703-228-6535 703-243-4342 Green Home & Garden Tour Sunday, June 7, 1:00 - 5:00pm

Come on this tour to get inspiration and ideas to go green at home! The 13th annual tour will include a mixture of new green homes, green renovations, and watershed-friendly gardens. See homes featuring en- ergy efficient technologies, solar elements, water saving technologies, native plants, rain gardens, and rain barrels, wildlife habitat, and more!

Sponsored by Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment and Arlington County Department of Environmental Restore Habitat Services. The tour brochure with locations will be online at www.arlingtonenvironment.org by May 15. A guided biking tour will be available for this event. Registration for the bike tour will be available Want to increase species diversity right here in online by May 1 at www.arlingtonenvironment.org Arlington? Work parties are held every month and are making a real difference, with the return of ferns and wildflowers, and the animals that depend Be an environmental hero and make Arlington County into a great place to live, work and play! Any on them, in areas once covered in destructive group, business, or individual 18 years or older can adopt a park, playground, invasive plants. Help make it happen! Adults, teens, trail, stream or other area in Arlington County. You can't imagine how much and families with children eight and older are your help is appreciated! welcome to join us. No registration required. Call nature centers for information. Free. We expect adopting groups/individuals to support the area quarterly (spring, Second Sundays summer, fall and winter) but projects are flexible depending on the group's Meet at Gulf Branch Nature Center. goals and progress. For more information go to www.arlingtonva.us or call 703 Sunday, June 14, 2:00 - 4:30pm -228-4730. Sunday, July 12, 2:00 - 4:30pm Sunday, August 9, 2:00 - 4:30pm

Heads up for Fall! Starting in September, Walk Softly and Carry a Walkabouts Brochure Gulf Branch work days will switch to the second

Saturday of the month. Did you know that WalkArlington, the County initiative that “gets more people walking in more walkable places more of the time,”

now has 25 Walkabout routes for you to try? Request your free Third Sundays copy of our colorful new pocket-sized brochure, featuring all 25 of Meet at Long Branch Nature Center. these self-guided neighborhood walking tours, at Sunday, June 21, 2:00 - 4:00pm [email protected]. Individual Walkabout maps are also Sunday, July 19, 2:00 - 4:00pm available online at WalkArlington.com. Sunday, August 16, 2:00 - 4:00pm

The Snag is published quarterly on 30-50% post- consumer recycled paper by Arlington County’s Department of Parks and Recreation. The Department is one of 100 agencies nationwide to have received national accreditation from the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies. Sign up to receive THE SNAG and to find other information about our nature and conservation programs at www.arlingtonva.us/dpr.

2 The SNAG — Arlington County’s Guide to Nature and History Programs Nature Study for Adults & Teens

CHAMPION TREES BIKE RIDE Sunday, June 21, 2:00 - 4:00pm Ages 12 to adult. Marvel at some of Arlington’s most spectacular trees on this mostly flat ride. (An occasional hill might be possible in order to see a special tree or two, but we can take those slowly.) For information: 703-228-6535. Meet at the Caboose at Bluemont Junction Park, 744 N Emerson St., Arlington 22205. Free. #642945-F

CLUES TO TREE IDENTIFICATION Sunday, July 19, 12:00 - 1:30pm Ages 14 to adult. Learn to identify the trees of Long Branch. We'll use many clues such as leaves, bark and tree shape to solve the puzzle. Wear weather appropriate clothing as we'll be outdoors for the whole program. For information: 703-228-6535. Meet at Long Branch Nature Center. $5. #642945-D

CITIZEN SCIENCE: CRICKET CRAWL PREP! Tuesday, Aug. 11, 7:30 - 8:30pm Ages 12 to adult. Every summer we are serenaded by crickets and katydids. Learn to identify their different calls, how and why they sing, and more. Then help us census Arlington's cricket and katydid populations as we monitor our parks and backyards for 8 different species. Birding Walks & Trips The survey itself, or CRICKET CRAWL, will take place the evening of AUGUST 21st. For more information Adults. Come birding with us! Participants should dress for the weather and bring binoculars. For day trips, bring a bag visit www.discoverlife.org/cricket/DC or call 703-228- lunch, a drink and snacks for the day. These programs may include walking over uneven terrain and on gentle slopes. 3403. Meet at Gulf Branch Nature Center. Free. #642845-C RED KNOTS & HORSESHOE CRABS Tuesday, June 2 9:30am - 11:00pm INSECTS 101 Venture to the Delaware shore to witness the ties between the red knot and the horseshoe crab. We’ll spend the day Thursday, Aug. 20, 7:00 - 10:00pm birding, look for red knots and other shorebirds that rely on these crab eggs for survival, then break for dinner in Mil- Ages 12 to Adult. All bugs are insects but not all insects ford, DE. Afterwards, we’ll head out to the beach at high tide to observe the prehistoric spectacle of the horseshoe are bugs! Confused? Get straightened out about our six- crab spawning before heading home. For information: 703-228-6535. Meet at the Lubber Run Recreation Center park- legged friends! Learn to tell insects from other multi- ing lot, 300 N. Park Dr., Arlington, VA 22203. $50 #642945-A legged critters, how insects live, why they are important to us, and how to tell the more common kinds of JUNE BIRD WALK insects apart. After the talk, we’ll head outside to see Wednesday, June 3, 8:30 - 11:00am what insects have been attracted to a black light while Join members of the Northern Virginia Bird Club for an informal walk through Long Branch and Glencarlyn Parks in we’ve been inside. For information: 703-228-6535. Meet search of resident and migratory birds. Experienced and beginning birders welcome. For information: 703-228-6535. at Long Branch Nature Center. $10. #642945-E Meet at the parking lot at Long Branch Nature Center. Free. #642945-C

BIRDING FLAG PONDS & BATTLE CREEK CYPRESS SWAMP Tuesday, June 9, 7:00am - 4:00pm We’ll search Calvert County, MD for nesting summer residents such as summer and scarlet tanagers and hooded and Kentucky warblers. For information: 703-228-3403. Meet at the Lubber Run Recreation Center parking lot, 300 N. Park Dr., Arlington, VA 22203. $45. #642845-A

BIRDING SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK Tuesday, June 16, 7:00am - 4:00pm Join us on an excursion to the mountains to look for nesting songbirds at Shenandoah National Park. For information: 703-228-6535. Meet at the Lubber Run Recreation Center parking lot, 300 N. Park Dr., Arlington, VA 22203. $45. #642945-B

BIRDING THE DELAWARE BAY Tuesday, Aug. 18, 7:00am - 4:00pm We’ll travel to the eastern shore in search of migrating shorebirds in tidal and freshwater marshes along the Delaware Bay. For information: 703-228-3403. Meet at the Lubber Run Recreation Center parking lot, 300 N. Park Dr., Arlington, VA 22203. $45. #642845-B

Summer 2015 3 Fun for Nature Loving Families Feeding Frenzies Families. Ever wonder what we feed our animals, and how they eat? Find out about the adaptations animals have for eating, learn about our critters favorite foods, and see them chow down! Register both children and adults. For information: 703-228-6535. Meet at Long Branch Nature Center. Free.

FEEDING FRENZY: SNAKES FEEDING FRENZY: SNAKES Wednesday, June 24, 2:00 - 2:45pm #642955-J Wednesday, July 22, 10:30 - 11:15am #642955-M

FEEDING FRENZY: TURTLES & FISH FEEDING FRENZY: TURTLES & FISH Tuesday, June 30, 2:00 - 2:45pm #642955-K Thursday, Aug. 20, 2:00 - 2:45pm #642955-N

FEEDING FRENZY: TURTLES & FISH FEEDING FRENZY: SNAKES Tuesday, July 14, 2:00 - 2:45pm #642955-L Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2:00 - 2:45pm #642955-O

Photo By Edmond Joe Campfire Magic All ages. The whole family is invited to join us for lots of old fashioned fun. These engaging programs will be filled with entertaining activities, live animal guests, stories, games, and of course, treats like S'mores. Register both children and adults. For information call the campfire location. $5.

Gulf Branch Nature Center

Life under Logs Campfire Friday, June 12, 7:00 - 8:00pm #642855-A NOTABLE NATURE Families, ages 5 and up. Join us for a lesson in nature journaling. We'll construct our own nature journals and listen Three Owls Campfire to stories about summer. Then we’ll walk and observe the green summer world to sketch in our journals. Regis- Saturday, June 27, 7:00 - 8:00pm #642855-B ter both children and adults. For information: 703-228-6535. Meet at Long Branch Nature Center. Free.

Red Fox, Gray Fox Campfire Saturday, July 18, 7:00 - 8:00pm #642855-C Sunday, June 14, 3:00 - 4:00pm #642955-G

Super Snakes Campfire Sunday, July 12, 3:00 - 4:00pm #642955-H Friday, July 24, 7:00 - 8:00pm #642855-D Sunday, Aug. 9, 3:00 - 4:00pm #642955-I Calling Crickets Campfire Friday, July 31, 7:00 - 8:00pm #642855-E EDGE OF SUMMER RAMBLE Remember Batfest on August 22! See pg 8. Saturday, June 20, 2:00 - 3:30pm Families, ages 6 and up. Ramble around Long Branch and Glencarlyn Park with a naturalist on the day before Long Branch Nature Center summer. We’ll look for wildflowers, reptiles, birds, insects, and more as we say goodbye spring and hello summer.

What’s Bugging You? Campfire Register both children and adults. For information: 703-228-6535. Meet at Long Branch Nature Center. Free Saturday, June 6, 7:00 - 8:00pm #642955-A #642955-T

Summer Singalong Campfire TERRIFIC TURTLES Friday, June 19, 7:00 - 8:00pm #642955-B Saturday, July 18, 10:00 - 11:00am Turtle Tales Campfire Families. Turtles are terrific! Learn about these fascinating creatures, then go for a short hike lead by a Master Saturday, July 11, 7:00 - 8:00pm #642955-C Naturalist. For information: 703-228-6535. Meet at Long Branch Nature Center. Free. #642955-U

Hum along with Hummingbirds Campfire FOSSIL-HUNTING FIELD TRIP Friday, Aug. 7, 7:00 - 8:00pm #642955-D Saturday, Aug. 15, 12:00 - 5:00pm Ravens, Crows, and Jays Campfire Families, ages 7 and up. Visit Purse State Park on the in , a site noted for Miocene era Saturday, Aug. 15, 7:00 - 8:00pm #642955-E fossils, particularly mollusks, sharks and rays teeth. Participants should dress for the weather and to get wet, and

bring a bag lunch to eat on the road, drink and snacks for the day. There are no facilities at the site. Register both I Love Bats Campfire Saturday, Aug. 29, 7:00 - 8:00pm #642955-F children and adults. For information: 703-228-3403. Meet at Lubber Run Recreation Center parking lot, 300 N. Park Dr., Arlington, VA 22203. $25. #642855-F

4 The SNAG — Arlington County’s Guide to Nature and History Programs BUG SAFARI Wednesday, July 15, 10:00 - 11:30am Ages 6 to 10. Who’s an insect and who’s not? Which For Young Naturalists critters have 6 legs, 8 legs, or more? Answer these and lots of other questions as we search for butterflies, Register children only. Adults are welcome to attend, but not required to do so, unless otherwise noted. spiders, dragonflies, centipedes, beetles, and other invertebrates in the woods around Long Branch. We’ll provide nets and jars for some serious, hands-on, catch- and-release bug hunting. For information: 703-228-6535. Meet at Long Branch Nature Center. $5. #642925-B

DOWN IN THE POND Saturday, Aug. 15, 2:00 - 3:00pm Ages 6 to 10. Water boatmen, backswimmers, and water scorpions are just a few of the critters we might encounter as we go dip-netting in our ponds. For information: 703-228-6535. Meet at Long Branch Nature Center. $5 #642925-C

MARVELOUS MONARCHS Saturday, Aug. 29 4:00 - 5:00pm Ages 5 to 10. Fly with us as we follow the magnificent life cycle and migration of the Monarch Butterfly. We'll find where they go, what they eat, how you can help them, and hunt in the park for these amazing insects. For information: 703-228-6535. Meet at Long Branch Nature Center. Free. #642925-D

HANDS IN THE SOIL Summer Night Hikes Saturday, June 6, 10:30 - 11:30am Ages 6 to 10. Let’s get our hands dirty as we explore Ages 5 to 12. Have you ever wondered what animals are the different soils of Virginia. Learn how important the out and about in our local parks at night and what they different soil types are and how they support their are doing? Experience our trails under the beauty of ecosystem. For information: 703-228-6535. Meet at moon and starlight, learn a constellation, and meet a dif- Long Branch Nature Center. $5. #642925-A ferent nocturnal critter each time. Register children only, but an adult is required to attend with children under 8. HERON HUNT For information: 703-228-3403. Meet at Fort CF Smith. Saturday, June 20, 9:30 - 11:00am $5. Ages 8 to 12. Search out these amazing birds and other denizens of the Potomac's floodplain as we discover Thursday, June 25, 7:30 - 8:30pm #642825-F secret ponds, raccoon tracks, skies full of dragonflies, and more. Dress to get muddy; we’ve planned lots of Thursday, July 16, 7:30 - 8:30pm #642825-G off-trail hiking and exploring. For information: 703-228- 3403. Participants will be sent directions to our Thursday, Aug. 27, 7:30 - 8:30pm #642825-H meeting spot a five minute drive from Gulf Branch Nature Center. $8 #642825-L

Nature Story Time

Families, ages 2 and up. Register both children and adults. For information: 703-228-6535. Meet at Long Branch Nature Center. Free.

FISH STORY TIME Tuesday, June 9, 10:30 - 11:15am #642955-P

BUGS STORY TIME Tuesday, July 14, 10:30 - 11:15am #642955-Q

SNAKES STORY TIME Tuesday, Aug. 11, 10:30 - 11:15am #642955-R

Summer 2015 5 Seashell Workshops Ages 7 to 12. At these hands-on workshops we learn about ocean invertebrates (animals without a backbone) and study shells and the interesting animals that live in them. Take home a new specimen from each workshop! For information: 703-228-3403. Meet at Gulf Branch Nature Center. $10.

OYSTERS Sunday, June 14, 1:30 - 2:30pm Oysters help clean the Chesapeake Bay! Come find out how they live. You’ll also get to open one up and take home the tiny treasure found inside: a pearl! #642825-D

CONE SHELLS Sunday, July 12, 1:30 - 2:30pm Worms, fish, and even other snails are on the menu of these gorgeous but ferocious predators. We'll explore their unique feeding adaptations. #642825-E

Keep Mini-Beasts this Summer! Ages 9 to 12. Get ready to (temporarily) own all sorts of mini-beasts and have a series of amazing, unique pets! Learn all about different animals’ lives while caring for them for a month. At each session you’ll return last month’s critters, and learn about and receive new ones. Over the year we’ll work our way up to more demanding critters - graduating with tadpoles next spring! Fee covers all three sessions and includes everything you’ll need for the summer: a container, food, bedding, the critters themselves, and more. Participants may have to provide a few leaves, twigs, apple cores, etc, or can come by between session to get resupplied if necessary. For infor- mation: 703-228-3403. Meet at Gulf Branch Nature Center. $45 (includes $15 supply fee). #642825-M

METAMORPHOSING MEALWORMS Friday, June 12, 4:30 - 5:30pm

CURIOUS CATERPILLARS Friday, July 10, 4:00 - 5:00pm

MARVELOUS MILKWEED BUGS Friday, August 7, 4:00 - 5:00pm Cool Creek Gemstone Club Ages 7 to 11. Budding geologists and gem lovers are Critters invited to join us for fun and collecting at the Gemstone Club. Learn about birthstones and the alternate stones

for each month. There will be polished gems and uncut Ages 5 to 9. Dress to get wet as we spend some time crystals to examine, and we will find out about the exploring waterfalls, trying to catch water striders, and geology, mining, legends, and literature for each gem. taking a closer look at some creek critters. What do All participants take home a beautiful gemstone. they have to tell us? Do different streams in Arlington For information: 703-228-3403. Meet at Gulf Branch have different critters living in them? Be prepared to Nature Center. $12. want to keep playing in the creek when the program ends! Register children only, but an adult is required to PEARL attend with children under 8. For information: 703- Wednesday, June 3, 4:00 - 5:00pm 228-3403. Participants will receive directions to our #642825-A meeting places. $5. RUBY Sunday, June 28, 3:00 - 4:00pm Wednesday, July 1, 4:00 - 5:00pm Lubber Run #642825-I #642825-B

Saturday, July 25, 3:00 - 4:00pm PERIDOT Gulf Branch #642825-J Wednesday, Aug. 5, 4:00 - 5:00pm #642825-C Sunday, Aug. 16, 3:00 - 4:00pm #642825-K

6 The SNAG — Arlington County’s Guide to Nature and History Programs TINY TOT NATURE FUN! For Ages 5 & Under Kids grow better outside! Introduce your child, 18 to 35 months, to nature with these fun interactive programs. Enjoy hands on learning, mini-hikes, crafts and more! These programs are designed to help children and caregivers feel comfortable exploring and enjoying our natural world. Call nature centers for

more information. $5 per child.

Gulf Branch Nature Center Wednesday, June 3, 10:00 - 10:45am #642815-A Thursday, June 4, 10:00 - 10:45am #642815-B Friday, June 5, 10:00 - 10:45am #642815-C

Tuesday, July 7, 10:00 - 10:45am #642815-D Wednesday, July 8, 10:00 - 10:45am #642815-E Friday, July 10, 10:00 - 10:45am #642815-F

Tuesday, Aug. 4, 10:00 - 10:45am #642815-G Wednesday, Aug. 5,10:00 - 10:45am #642815-H Tuesday, Aug. 11, 10:00 - 10:45am #642815-I

Long Branch Nature Center Tuesday, June 2, 10:00 - 10:45am #642915-A Friday, June 19, 10:00 - 10:45am #642915-B Saturday, June. 20, 10:30 - 11:15am #642915-C

PRESCHOOL NATURE EXPLORERS Thursday, July 23, 10:00 - 10:45am #642915-D Friday, July 24, 10:00 - 10:45am #642915-E Preschoolers are actively exploring their natural world. These programs build the foundation for a lifetime of Saturday, July 25, 10:30 - 11:15am #642915-F wonder, appreciation and discovery. Hands-on interactive learning, crafts, hikes and nature play engage your children 3 to 5 years old. Call nature centers for more information. $5 per child. Thursday, Aug. 13, 10:00 - 10:45am #642915-G Friday, Aug. 14, 10:00 - 10:45am #642915-H Long Branch Nature Center Gulf Branch Nature Center Saturday, Aug. 15, 10:30 - 11:15am #642915-I

BUSY BUZZING BEES FLICKERING FIREFLIES It’s almost summer and the bees are busy. Discover Fireflies light up our summer nights. Why are these BABES IN THE WOODS the world of bees and the important jobs they do, beautiful beetles flickering in the dark? Come Families with children who can ride in a back pack. Join from pollinating flowers to making delicious honey. discover the lives of lightning bugs! a park naturalist (and her child) as we take our babes Buzz on over! Wednesday, June 3, 1:00 - 2:00pm #642815-J into the woods! We'll load up our little ones and head Wednesday, June 10, 10:30 - 11:30am #642915-J Thursday, June 4, 1:00 - 2:00pm #642815-K out to explore the parks of Northern Virginia while Friday, June 12, 10:30 - 11:30am #642915-K Friday, June 5, 1:00 - 2:00pm #642815-L wearing our babies. While on the walk we will enjoy Friday, June 12, 4:00 - 5:00pm #642915-L Saturday, June 6, 10:00 - 11:00am #642815-M the sights and sounds of the great outdoors and chat Saturday, June 13, 10:30 - 11:30am #642915-M about the ecosystems that we are visiting. Wear closed toed shoes and dress your baby and yourself WHO DWELLS IN SHELLS? SECRETS OF SOIL for being outside the whole time. No strollers please; Get ready to hit the beach this summer. Learn Dig into the richness of soil and discover what’s but slings, bjorns, ergo's, mei tai's, and frame carriers what to look for and find shells by the sea shore! going on under your feet. welcome. For information: 703-228-6535. $5 per Saturday, July 11, 4:00 - 5:00pm #642915-Q Tuesday, July 7, 1:00 - 2:00pm #642815-N child. Thursday, July 16, 10:30 - 11:30am #642915-N Wednesday, July 8, 1:00 - 2:00pm #642815-O Friday, July 17, 10:30 - 11:30am #642915-O Friday, July 10, 1:00 - 2:00pm #642815-P Wednesday, June17, 10:00 - 11:30am #642915-V Friday, July 17, 4:00 - 5:00pm #642915-P Tuesday, July14, 10:00 - 11:00am #642815-Q Long Branch Nature Center

GIVING TREE WONDERFUL WATER Wednesday, July 8, 10:00 - 11:30am #642915-W Trees are wonderful and provide so much for us Water brings planet Earth to life! Dive in with us as Huntley Meadows Park, in the parking lot and wildlife. Learn the life cycle of trees and explore we discover water on our blue planet. 3701 Lockheed Blvd, Alexandria, VA 22306 all the things they give us throughout the year. Tuesday, Aug. 4, 1:00 - 2:00pm #642815-R Thursday, Aug. 20, 10:30 - 11:30am #642915-R Wednesday, Aug. 5, 1:00 - 2:00pm #642815-S Wednesday, July 22, 10:00 - 11:30am #642915-X Friday, Aug. 21 #642915-S Thursday, Aug. 6, 1:00 - 2:00pm #642815-T Claremont Park, near the baseball fields Friday, Aug. 21, 4:00 - 5:00am #642915-T Saturday, Aug. 8, 10:00 - 11:00am #642815-U 4100 Franconia Rd, Alexandria, VA 22310 Saturday, Aug. 22, 10:30 - 11:30am #642915-U Wednesday, Aug. 5, 10:00 - 11:30am #642915-Y Long Branch Nature Center

Summer 2015 7 Spellbinders' Story Fest Sunday, June 7, 3:00 - 4:00 PM How to Sign Up! Families. Arlington Spellbinders invite you to enjoy their tales at this special event. See how the power of oral storytelling is unleashed as each teller shares favorite REGISTRATION OPENS for Arlington residents Tuesday, May 12. Non-resident tales from around the world. Since ancient times in all cultures, this oral tradition registration opens Wednesday, May13. has passed on wisdom, connected elders to youth and engaged the imagination. Registration deadline: Participants must register For information: 703-228-6535. Meet at by 4:00pm the day before a program. The day of Long Branch Nature Center. Free. the program, please call the program site if you have not yet registered to check availability. #642955-S HOW TO REGISTER: Online: If you have a digital SNAG, click on the hyperlinked program number and you will automatically go to program registration. You can also register online by going to https:// registration.arlingtonva.us. You can browse our Firefly Festival offerings as a ‘Guest’, but you must log in to register for a program. If you do not have an account, you can create one online or call 703- Sunday, June 28th 7:30 to 9:30 pm 228-4747 for help. Phone: Call the Registration Office at 703-228- 4747, Monday to Friday, between 8:00am and 5:00pm. Join us for a night of Games, Scavenger Hunts, Walk-in: Go to the Registration Office at 3700 S. Four Mile Run Dr., Arlington, VA 22206, Monday Crafts, Firefly Walks and more. to Friday, between 8:00am and 5:00pm. FEES

The listed fee is per participant unless otherwise

stated. Most program fees are charged at registration. Some program fees will be charged at the program site (cash or check only, no credit cards please). See program write-up for details. For information: 703-228-6535. FEE REDUCTION We do not want our fees to be a barrier to $7/person. Pre-registration encouraged but not required. #642755-A participation. Call 703-228-4747 for information on the County’s fee reduction policy. Fort C.F. Smith, 2411 N. 24th Street, Arlington VA. CANCELLATIONS Notify Registration as soon as possible so we may Cancelled if Raining. contact someone from the waiting list. Cancellations on the day of the program should be made directly with the program site. REFUNDS Full refunds will be automatically processed within 30 days when classes are canceled by DPR due to Bat Fest weather, insufficient enrollment or other unforeseen reasons. Transfers from one program Saturday, August 22 section to another may be requested through the Registration Office at 703-228-4747, prior to the 6:30 - 9:00pm start of the program. No refunds or credits if participants are unable to attend a program. Adults, teens, and families ages 5 and up. Enjoy a thoroughly batty evening and add to your WEATHER knowledge of local night life! Live bat shows are presented by the riveting Leslie Sturges, Indoor programs are cancelled in conjunction with the Arlington County’s school closings policy. Director of The Save Lucy Campaign, established to protect and conserve bats in this region. Outdoor programs may be cancelled due to rain Sign up for the talk that suits your family best! Enjoy other on-going activities between 6:30 or other inclement weather - call nature centers and 9:00pm: habitat walks, games, exploring our bat ‘cave’, crafts and much more! Register both for more information. children and adults. For information: 703-228-3403. Meet at Gulf Branch Nature Center. $8. ACCOMMODATIONS Arlington County can provide upon request reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. Two weeks advance notice is 6:30 - 7:00pm, 30 minutes, for families with younger children. #642855-G preferred. Call 703-228-4740. TTY: 711. 7:10 - 7:40pm, 30 minutes, for families with younger children #642855-H

7:50 - 8:35pm, 45 minutes, for adults and families with older children. #642855-I 8:45 - 9:30pm, 45 minutes, for adults and families with older children. #642855-J

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