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Nature Forward is the longest-serving independent environmental organization in the DC area, linking conservation with environmental education. https://natureforward.org/
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With Swamp Rose, @gonatureforward.bsky.social, CASA-affiliated Workers Co-op Without Borders LLC, volunteers, and youth, we created two gardens in Langley Park! Our community came together to grow green spaces and resilience. Thanks Chesapeake Bay Trust. Story by @wtopnews.bsky.social
November 12, 2025 at 11:05 PM
With Swamp Rose, @gonatureforward.bsky.social, CASA-affiliated Workers Co-op Without Borders LLC, volunteers, and youth, we created two gardens in Langley Park! Our community came together to grow green spaces and resilience. Thanks Chesapeake Bay Trust. Story by @wtopnews.bsky.social
Our forests at Woodend are looking beautiful as the trees prepare for winter!
Their leaves are turning all shades of yellow, orange, and red.
Check out how different native species look and are changing colors, and keep an eye out for them on your next walk before fall is over!
Their leaves are turning all shades of yellow, orange, and red.
Check out how different native species look and are changing colors, and keep an eye out for them on your next walk before fall is over!
November 12, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Our forests at Woodend are looking beautiful as the trees prepare for winter!
Their leaves are turning all shades of yellow, orange, and red.
Check out how different native species look and are changing colors, and keep an eye out for them on your next walk before fall is over!
Their leaves are turning all shades of yellow, orange, and red.
Check out how different native species look and are changing colors, and keep an eye out for them on your next walk before fall is over!
Nature Forward is hiring!
We are looking for a Maryland Research & Outreach Intern to work with our Maryland Conservation Advocate and support our data center reform work through research, writing, and community engagement.
Apply by November 19th at 5pm: natureforward.org/wp-content/u...
We are looking for a Maryland Research & Outreach Intern to work with our Maryland Conservation Advocate and support our data center reform work through research, writing, and community engagement.
Apply by November 19th at 5pm: natureforward.org/wp-content/u...
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November 10, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Nature Forward is hiring!
We are looking for a Maryland Research & Outreach Intern to work with our Maryland Conservation Advocate and support our data center reform work through research, writing, and community engagement.
Apply by November 19th at 5pm: natureforward.org/wp-content/u...
We are looking for a Maryland Research & Outreach Intern to work with our Maryland Conservation Advocate and support our data center reform work through research, writing, and community engagement.
Apply by November 19th at 5pm: natureforward.org/wp-content/u...
Join the Montgomery County Stormwater Partners Network's next Lunch and Learn: Let's Move Beyond Plastic on December 4 from 12-1pm. They will discuss what impacts plastic pollution has on our communities, and what actions we can take to fight this issue.
Sign up here: forms.gle/HyUBrn9ztvAg...
Sign up here: forms.gle/HyUBrn9ztvAg...
Stormwater Partners Network - Lunch and Learn: Let's Move Beyond Plastic, December 4, 2025 - RSVP Form
The Montgomery County Stormwater Partners Network (SWPN) invites you to join us for a virtual Lunch and Learn on December 4, from 12pm to 1pm. Zoom meeting information will be sent to registrants the ...
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November 4, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Join the Montgomery County Stormwater Partners Network's next Lunch and Learn: Let's Move Beyond Plastic on December 4 from 12-1pm. They will discuss what impacts plastic pollution has on our communities, and what actions we can take to fight this issue.
Sign up here: forms.gle/HyUBrn9ztvAg...
Sign up here: forms.gle/HyUBrn9ztvAg...
One week away!
The Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland is hosting From Redlining to Renew: Advancing Reparative Justice in Policy & Practice on Wednesday, November 5th from 6:30pm-8:00pm.
Join us and register here: #[bit.ly/3Jca09c
The Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland is hosting From Redlining to Renew: Advancing Reparative Justice in Policy & Practice on Wednesday, November 5th from 6:30pm-8:00pm.
Join us and register here: #[bit.ly/3Jca09c
October 29, 2025 at 11:00 PM
One week away!
The Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland is hosting From Redlining to Renew: Advancing Reparative Justice in Policy & Practice on Wednesday, November 5th from 6:30pm-8:00pm.
Join us and register here: #[bit.ly/3Jca09c
The Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland is hosting From Redlining to Renew: Advancing Reparative Justice in Policy & Practice on Wednesday, November 5th from 6:30pm-8:00pm.
Join us and register here: #[bit.ly/3Jca09c
Why do we associate these animals with Halloween? Is it because they make scary sounds or roam around in the shadows?
Either way, these spooky creatures serve important ecological roles in our ecosystems.
Spider, Crow, and Owl photos by Jane Gamble
Bat photo by Andy Reago & Chrissy McClarren
Either way, these spooky creatures serve important ecological roles in our ecosystems.
Spider, Crow, and Owl photos by Jane Gamble
Bat photo by Andy Reago & Chrissy McClarren
October 29, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Why do we associate these animals with Halloween? Is it because they make scary sounds or roam around in the shadows?
Either way, these spooky creatures serve important ecological roles in our ecosystems.
Spider, Crow, and Owl photos by Jane Gamble
Bat photo by Andy Reago & Chrissy McClarren
Either way, these spooky creatures serve important ecological roles in our ecosystems.
Spider, Crow, and Owl photos by Jane Gamble
Bat photo by Andy Reago & Chrissy McClarren
It's almost Halloween! Check out some spooky native plants you might find on your next walk through the woods.
You won't find Bloodroot or Ghost Plant flowering this time of year, but Doll's Eyes keep their berries until the end of October and Witch Hazels bloom throughout the fall.
You won't find Bloodroot or Ghost Plant flowering this time of year, but Doll's Eyes keep their berries until the end of October and Witch Hazels bloom throughout the fall.
October 27, 2025 at 5:55 PM
It's almost Halloween! Check out some spooky native plants you might find on your next walk through the woods.
You won't find Bloodroot or Ghost Plant flowering this time of year, but Doll's Eyes keep their berries until the end of October and Witch Hazels bloom throughout the fall.
You won't find Bloodroot or Ghost Plant flowering this time of year, but Doll's Eyes keep their berries until the end of October and Witch Hazels bloom throughout the fall.
A new article from the Baltimore Banner, mentioning our Director of Conservation, Lydia Lawrence, and our Maryland Conservation Advocate, @angie22mccarthy.bsky.social, discusses the impacts of data center developments in Maryland and Virginia: www.thebanner.com/economy/data...
Massive data centers invaded Virginia — and Maryland wants to be next
Virginia’s rapid accumulation of nearly 600 data centers now feels like a warning for some Marylanders, as businesses and local governments look to attract the giant facilities.
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October 16, 2025 at 7:58 PM
A new article from the Baltimore Banner, mentioning our Director of Conservation, Lydia Lawrence, and our Maryland Conservation Advocate, @angie22mccarthy.bsky.social, discusses the impacts of data center developments in Maryland and Virginia: www.thebanner.com/economy/data...
@angie22mccarthy.bsky.social, our Maryland Conservation Advocate, had a great conversation about data centers with Citizens for Accountability in Governance.
Watch the video below to hear from Angie as well as environmental experts, Julie Bolthouse and David Arndt: youtu.be/44DcfArtF7M?...
Watch the video below to hear from Angie as well as environmental experts, Julie Bolthouse and David Arndt: youtu.be/44DcfArtF7M?...
DATA CENTER CONVO PT. 2 -- 08 October 2025
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October 9, 2025 at 3:37 PM
@angie22mccarthy.bsky.social, our Maryland Conservation Advocate, had a great conversation about data centers with Citizens for Accountability in Governance.
Watch the video below to hear from Angie as well as environmental experts, Julie Bolthouse and David Arndt: youtu.be/44DcfArtF7M?...
Watch the video below to hear from Angie as well as environmental experts, Julie Bolthouse and David Arndt: youtu.be/44DcfArtF7M?...
Prince George's County deserves professionals, not public servants who have been fired from their roles due to gross negligence. Let your councilmembers know to vote no to Dr. Moki for PG County's head of Department of the Environment: natureforward.org/prince-georg...
Prince George's County Deserves Professionals, Not Negligence - Nature Forward
Nature Forward inspires residents of the greater Washington, DC, region to appreciate, understand, and protect their natural environment through outdoor experiences, education, and advocacy.
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October 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Prince George's County deserves professionals, not public servants who have been fired from their roles due to gross negligence. Let your councilmembers know to vote no to Dr. Moki for PG County's head of Department of the Environment: natureforward.org/prince-georg...
Nature Forward is deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Jane Goodall, a passionate advocate for empowering individuals and communities to protect and preserve the natural world.
May her legacy continue to inspire us all.
May her legacy continue to inspire us all.
Jane Goodall, world-renowned primatologist, dies aged 91
Jane Goodall, world-renowned primatologist, dies aged 91
Jane Goodall Institute says ‘tireless advocate’ for natural world died in California during US speaking tour
The world-renowned primatologist Jane Goodall has died at the age of 91, her institute has said.
The Jane Goodall Institute announced that she had passed away of natural causes while in California as part of a US speaking tour. Continue reading...
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October 1, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Nature Forward is deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Jane Goodall, a passionate advocate for empowering individuals and communities to protect and preserve the natural world.
May her legacy continue to inspire us all.
May her legacy continue to inspire us all.
This article written by Jamon Overby, our DC Conservation Advocate, explains why this bill is vital for cleaning up our streams in neighborhoods across all eight wards. Find more information and ways you can make a difference here: www.choosecleanwater.org/blog/2025/9/...
D.C.’s Fight for a Bottle Bill — Choose Clean Water Coalition
Washington, D.C. is drowning in beverage container waste. From the banks of Oxon Run to neighborhoods across all eight wards, plastic bottles litter our public spaces and waterways. But a powerfu...
www.choosecleanwater.org
October 1, 2025 at 8:40 PM
This article written by Jamon Overby, our DC Conservation Advocate, explains why this bill is vital for cleaning up our streams in neighborhoods across all eight wards. Find more information and ways you can make a difference here: www.choosecleanwater.org/blog/2025/9/...
The DC Council's hearing on the proposed bottle bill is ongoing! Over 200 people signed up to testify, including our Grassroots Engagement Coordinator, Douglas McRae. The bill aims to reduce litter and river pollution.
October 1, 2025 at 8:35 PM
The DC Council's hearing on the proposed bottle bill is ongoing! Over 200 people signed up to testify, including our Grassroots Engagement Coordinator, Douglas McRae. The bill aims to reduce litter and river pollution.
This video from @angie22mccarthy.bsky.social shows just close these facilities are to neighborhoods and communities in Northern Virginia.
September 30, 2025 at 8:34 PM
This video from @angie22mccarthy.bsky.social shows just close these facilities are to neighborhoods and communities in Northern Virginia.
We kicked off our Building Community Power for Data Center Reform course today by touring Data Center Alley in Ashburn, VA.
These photos show a data center that uses more than 100 diesel generators for emergency energy backup. The facility is right next to a residential neighborhood and park.
These photos show a data center that uses more than 100 diesel generators for emergency energy backup. The facility is right next to a residential neighborhood and park.
September 30, 2025 at 8:31 PM
We kicked off our Building Community Power for Data Center Reform course today by touring Data Center Alley in Ashburn, VA.
These photos show a data center that uses more than 100 diesel generators for emergency energy backup. The facility is right next to a residential neighborhood and park.
These photos show a data center that uses more than 100 diesel generators for emergency energy backup. The facility is right next to a residential neighborhood and park.
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Another EJ issue: the areas where gas peaker plants are staying online are NOT the areas where they are getting the financial benefits of data center development. They have no say in the matter!
September 30, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Another EJ issue: the areas where gas peaker plants are staying online are NOT the areas where they are getting the financial benefits of data center development. They have no say in the matter!
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The data center demand is through the roof: DCs generally have a low vacancy rate so companies feel like they can continuing building since companies want their servers before the buildings are even built.
September 30, 2025 at 4:44 PM
The data center demand is through the roof: DCs generally have a low vacancy rate so companies feel like they can continuing building since companies want their servers before the buildings are even built.
Inspired by Rachel Carson's vision, Nature Forward's youth programs are designed to spark curiosity, joy, and discovery. Days Off Camp kicks off next week — if your child is off October 2, we’d love to welcome them for a day of exploration and hands-on fun 🔗 natureforward.org/program/day-...
September 27, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Inspired by Rachel Carson's vision, Nature Forward's youth programs are designed to spark curiosity, joy, and discovery. Days Off Camp kicks off next week — if your child is off October 2, we’d love to welcome them for a day of exploration and hands-on fun 🔗 natureforward.org/program/day-...
Today marks the 63rd anniversary of Rachel Carson's influential book, Silent Spring, that kickstarted the modern environmental movement.
The ideas written about in Silent Spring are still relevant today as we continue in our work to protect and advocate for nature!
The ideas written about in Silent Spring are still relevant today as we continue in our work to protect and advocate for nature!
September 27, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Today marks the 63rd anniversary of Rachel Carson's influential book, Silent Spring, that kickstarted the modern environmental movement.
The ideas written about in Silent Spring are still relevant today as we continue in our work to protect and advocate for nature!
The ideas written about in Silent Spring are still relevant today as we continue in our work to protect and advocate for nature!
Hmm, where do frogs come from? Why do birds migrate? Whose fur is that?
Ask all these questions and more at Woodend’s Nature Play Space THIS SATURDAY, September 27 between 10am and noon for free, family-friendly📍8940 Jones Mill Rd, Chevy Chase, Md.
Ask all these questions and more at Woodend’s Nature Play Space THIS SATURDAY, September 27 between 10am and noon for free, family-friendly📍8940 Jones Mill Rd, Chevy Chase, Md.
September 25, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Hmm, where do frogs come from? Why do birds migrate? Whose fur is that?
Ask all these questions and more at Woodend’s Nature Play Space THIS SATURDAY, September 27 between 10am and noon for free, family-friendly📍8940 Jones Mill Rd, Chevy Chase, Md.
Ask all these questions and more at Woodend’s Nature Play Space THIS SATURDAY, September 27 between 10am and noon for free, family-friendly📍8940 Jones Mill Rd, Chevy Chase, Md.
It’s Fall🍁Our GreenKids educators are engaging MCPS high school biology classes in outdoor learing. Over the year, we will work with thousands of students to better understand the health of our shared waters.
September 24, 2025 at 7:18 PM
It’s Fall🍁Our GreenKids educators are engaging MCPS high school biology classes in outdoor learing. Over the year, we will work with thousands of students to better understand the health of our shared waters.
Next month — when school is closed, nature is open for fun!
We're so excited to welcome campers back to Woodend for exploration, learning, and fun! If you’ve registered for our October 2 Day Off Camp, be sure to tell a friend — the more, the merrier!
Details here: natureforward.org/program/day-...
We're so excited to welcome campers back to Woodend for exploration, learning, and fun! If you’ve registered for our October 2 Day Off Camp, be sure to tell a friend — the more, the merrier!
Details here: natureforward.org/program/day-...
Days Off Camps - Nature Forward
From Adult Field Trips to nature preschool, Nature Forward has a wide variety of programs to learn about and experience nature led by regional naturalists.
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September 23, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Next month — when school is closed, nature is open for fun!
We're so excited to welcome campers back to Woodend for exploration, learning, and fun! If you’ve registered for our October 2 Day Off Camp, be sure to tell a friend — the more, the merrier!
Details here: natureforward.org/program/day-...
We're so excited to welcome campers back to Woodend for exploration, learning, and fun! If you’ve registered for our October 2 Day Off Camp, be sure to tell a friend — the more, the merrier!
Details here: natureforward.org/program/day-...
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@JonBatiste ‘s climate song is “a warning set to a dance beat.” The video is out - let’s make it viral. jonbatiste.com/petrichor #ClimateWeekNYC
September 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM
@JonBatiste ‘s climate song is “a warning set to a dance beat.” The video is out - let’s make it viral. jonbatiste.com/petrichor #ClimateWeekNYC
Hello and welcome to another Monday morning meandering ! Today, we are introducing our two new Maryland Climate Corps members, Esö and Bella! Maybe you’ll see them around!
September 22, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Hello and welcome to another Monday morning meandering ! Today, we are introducing our two new Maryland Climate Corps members, Esö and Bella! Maybe you’ll see them around!
🍂 Fall is Here — and So is Pumpkin Spice Season! 🎃
Celebrate sweater weather and all things pumpkin by treating yourself to the Birds & Beans limited edition, 100% Bird Friendly, Organic Pumpkin Spice Roast.
Shop in person or online:
natureforward.org/shop
Celebrate sweater weather and all things pumpkin by treating yourself to the Birds & Beans limited edition, 100% Bird Friendly, Organic Pumpkin Spice Roast.
Shop in person or online:
natureforward.org/shop
September 22, 2025 at 2:41 PM
🍂 Fall is Here — and So is Pumpkin Spice Season! 🎃
Celebrate sweater weather and all things pumpkin by treating yourself to the Birds & Beans limited edition, 100% Bird Friendly, Organic Pumpkin Spice Roast.
Shop in person or online:
natureforward.org/shop
Celebrate sweater weather and all things pumpkin by treating yourself to the Birds & Beans limited edition, 100% Bird Friendly, Organic Pumpkin Spice Roast.
Shop in person or online:
natureforward.org/shop