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💡CE: Learn About Mussels! (Webinar)

Virtual

The event is free but you must register. Wild Virginia will host a webinar on Wednesday July 24th at 6:30pm by Alissa Ganser, an expert on freshwater mussels. You’ll learn about the fascinating life cycles of these valuable species, who can live 100 years or more and use mimicry to fool fish into helping these […]

FREE

🧤 Volunteer: NABA Butterfly Count – Delmarva Tip

Eastern Shore National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center 32205 Seaside Road, Cape Charles, VA, United States

This is the North American Butterfly Association count for the Delmarva tip which includes the ES National Wildlife refuge, Kiptopeke State Park, Oyster, and Cape Charles. Interested volunteers will meet at 9:30am at the visitor center of Eastern Shore of VA National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center. No need to sign up, you can stay as […]

🧤Volunteer: Plant Eastern Shore Natives Ed & Outreach Info Session

Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge 8231 Beach Road, Chincoteague Island, United States

In an effort to reinvigorate the Plant Eastern Shore Natives initiative, we have scheduled three meetings in July for interested members of the public to attend. Registration is encouraged. These meetings will be almost identical and provide a brief overview of the history and purpose of the initiative, both locally and statewide. Members of the […]

💡 CE: FRIDAY NIGHT OWL PROWL – Cape Charles Natural Area Preserve

Cape Charles NAP 301 Patrick Henry Avenue, Cape Charles, VA, United States

YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT. NO WALK-INS. Limited Attendees due to State Permit Restriction. Please call us at (757)331-1300 to register or visit us at the Library (Registration begins July 29, 2024). Join local Interpreter Bill Dyas of REAL VA for an evening stroll through the Natural Area Preserve. Watch a beautiful sunset over […]

🌌Perseid Meteor Shower

https://earthsky.org/astronomy-essentials/everything-you-need-to-know-perseid-meteor-shower/

💡CE: Improve Your Science Communication Skills

Virtual

Register for the webinar at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9zNIvX9MSFgKdpZ4nP1hzqwLnZZtBIaEVQ3aqBuFiv4MaCA/viewform?usp=sf_link. A group of science communication practitioners, trainers and researchers have recently completed an NSF-funded project titled On-the-Spot Feedback (www.onthespotfeedback.org).  The resulting work provides strategies and resources for science communicators to develop their skills at getting immediate feedback during their public engagements, which allows them to adjust and improve their […]

🌕 Last Super Blue Moon Until 2037

Learn about today’s Super Blue Moon! Want learn more? Check out NASA’s Super Blue Moon FAQ and Daily Moon Guide! (Image: NASA/JPL, Source: @rtphokie)      

🗓️ FYI: Eastern Shore of Virginia Climate Equity Summer Workshop 2024

Eastern Shore of Virginia Library and Cultural Center 24313 Bennett Street, Parksley, VA

Note: this event is listed for informational purposes only. Attendance does not qualify for Volunteer Service or Continuing Ed hours. The workshop is open to the public. Registration is not required, but we encourage it to help us plan for dinner. Where: Eastern Shore of Virginia Regional Library & Heritage Center (24313 Bennett Street, Parksley, […]

💡 CE: Get to Know the VA Dept of Environmental Quality

Virtual

Registration required. The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the environmental agency for Virginia, responsible for administering laws and regulations related to air quality, water quality, water supply, renewable energy and land protection. In keeping with our mission and vision, we protect and enhance the environment of Virginia so that all of us can […]

💡CE: Birdwatching Boat Tour Wachapreague, VA

Get an amazingly close look at seabirds and shorebirds from the water!  $20/Limited to 6 Participants/Time Slot. 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Registration Required by August 28, 2024 Contact:  Capt. Meriwether Payne 757-710-2454 Be sure to check here for updates or changes.