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SUMMARY:Free Tours for Fathers at all County-owned Historic Sites
DESCRIPTION:June 19-20 \nFather’s Day Tours (All Sites) \n11 a.m. – 4 p.m.; $5 per person\, Free for fathers and children under 6. \nDoes your Dad enjoy history\, the outdoors\, walking trails or good stories? Then treat him to a tour of one of Prince William County’s historic sites for Father’s Day!  All dads that visit during the Father’s Day weekend will receive a complimentary tour of one of our historic sites. Free refreshments available as well. \nAll County owned historic sites\, www.pwcgov.org/history\, 703-792-4754
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/free-tours-for-fathers-at-all-county-owned-historic-sites/
LOCATION:VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's,Outdoors/Nature,Free,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Preservation - Prince William County":MAILTO:historicpreservation@pwcgov.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210618T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210618T200000
DTSTAMP:20210308T063201Z
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SUMMARY:Walking Tour of Historic Prince William Towns: Batestown
DESCRIPTION:June 18 \nWalking Tour of Historic Prince William Towns: Batestown \n7 p.m.; FREE; donations welcome. \nJoin local historians once a month this summer for a special walking tour of historic towns in Prince William County. For June\, visit Batestown a historic African American town that played a significant role in Prince William County’s history. Tour will depart from the Little Union Baptist Church located at 17150 Mine Rd\, Dumfries\, VA 22025. Please dress appropriately and bring water for portions of the tour will be off the trail. Call 703-365-7895 for more information.
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/walking-tour-of-historic-prince-william-towns-batestown/
LOCATION:Little Union Baptist Church\, 17150 Mine Rd\, Dumfries\, VA\, 22025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors/Nature,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Preservation - Prince William County":MAILTO:historicpreservation@pwcgov.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210522T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210522T103000
DTSTAMP:20210308T062631Z
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SUMMARY:History Walk on the Boardwalk
DESCRIPTION:May 22 \nHistory Walk on the Boardwalk \n9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.\, $10 per person. \nLearn history along the Neabsco Creek Boardwalk. This history walk\, “Our Neabsco Creek” is a general overview of the history and environment of the area.  The group will meet at the Rippon Landing Parking Lot on Blackburn Road under the picnic shelter. \nLeashed pets are welcome to join\, but not all parts of the hike are accessible for wheelchairs. Space is limited\, masks strongly suggested. Advanced registration at www.pwcparks.org/historicprograms. \nPotomac Heritage National Scenic Trail Neabsco Creek Boardwalk\, 15125 Blackburn Rd.\, Woodbridge\, VA. 703-499-9812
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/history-walk-on-the-boardwalk/
LOCATION:Neabsco Creek Boardwalk\, 15125 Blackburn Rd\, Woodbridge\, VA\, 22191\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors/Nature,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Preservation - Prince William County":MAILTO:historicpreservation@pwcgov.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210515T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210515T140000
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SUMMARY:Occoquan Blessing of the Fleet
DESCRIPTION:2021 Occoquan Blessing of the Fleet\n\nDates: May 15\, 2021\nLocation: Historic Occoquan\nAddress: Mill Street\, Occoquan\, VA 22125\nTime: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM\n\n\n\nThis year marks the 20th Anniversary of the ORMA Blessing of the Fleet\, which is dedicated to the loving memory of Patricia Croft\, who was selflessly devoted to the service of others. As Presiding Coordinator to ORMA\, and board member to many other organizations associated with our waterways\, Pat cheerfully volunteered countless hours of her time throughout the years and her passion for the water was contagious. Please help us celebrate her wonderful life by participating in this event.\n\nThe Blessing of the Fleet is a centuries-old tradition where receiving a blessing from the local Clergy was meant to ensure a safe and bountiful season. This year\, to celebrate Pat’s colorful spirit\, we are highly encouraging everyone to decorate their boats for the event.\n\nSCHEDULE:\nOn May 15th\, first responder boats will pass Belmont Bay Harbor Marina at approximately 9:30am\, heading upriver\, toward the Town of Occoquan. At approximately 10am\, the first responder boats will turn around near the Occoquan Town Dock and begin heading back downriver\, toward Belmont Bay Harbor Marina. The fire boat will lead the group\, spraying a spectacular Water Salute for all to enjoy! Interested spectators can view first responder boats from land at Town of Occoquan’s dock at Mamie Davis Park\, from the shores of Occoquan Park\, as well as many restaurants/marinas along the Occoquan River.\n\nBOATER PARTICIPATION:\n\nAll boats can be blessed simply by passing the ORMA blessing boat\, Rhumb Line\, docked at Belmont Bay Harbor Marina during the event hours. FOR PRIZE ELIGIBILITY\, boats must be registered for the event through the SIGN IN button on the ORMA Facebook page before midnight on May 14\, 2021 ***AND*** participation must be validated by ORMA as having passed the blessing boat during the event hours.\n\nDIGNITARY PARTICIPATION:\n\nRepresentatives from the Town of Occoquan\, Prince William and Fairfax Counties\, as well as VA State\, are invited to give their well wishes to boaters as they pass the Blessing boat.\n\n*** PRIZES ***\nDecorated boats that are registered have an opportunity to win boat fuel gift cards; $500 for 1st place from Prince William Marina; $300 for 2nd place from Belmont Bay Harbor Marina\, and $200 for 3rd place from Occoquan Harbor Marina. Additional prizes include two $100 boat fuel gift cards from Hoffmaster’s Marina\, as well as gift cards from restaurants\, salons\, pet stores\, and more! (Prizes are subject to change.)\n\n*** PRIZE ELIGIBILITY / EVENT REGISTRATION ***\nFor prize eligibility\, boats must be registered for the event through the SIGN IN button on the ORMA Facebook page BEFORE midnight on Friday\, May 14\, 2021. NOTE: By registering for the event\, you agree to allow ORMA to post your name\, boat name and/or images of your boat on public social media outlets.\n\n*** AWARDING PRIZES ***\nDECORATED BOATS: After the event is concluded\, a voting page will be created on the ORMA Facebook page with a picture and the name of each decorated boat that was registered AND recorded by ORMA as having passed the blessing boat during the event hours. The voting page will be open for 7 days. Boats with the top 3 highest number of votes will be awarded the top 3 prizes\, respectively. Final details regarding the voting process\, guidelines and details will be posted when the voting page is officially opened. Boat decorations may be any theme; flags\, pirates\, parrots\, etc.\, but remember\, the more creative you are\, the better your chances are of winning the top prize(s).\n\nALL REGISTERED BOATS: ALL boats that are registered **AND** recorded by ORMA as having passed the blessing boat during the event hours are eligible to be included in the prize drawing\, including two $100 boat fuel gift cards and various other gift cards.\n\nThe final list of prizes and prize winner names will be posted on the ORMA Facebook page. RAIN DATE IS MAY 16\, 2021.\n\nPRIZES GRACIOUSLY DONATED TO ORMA AS OF 03/29/21\n\nDECORATED BOATS\n$500 boat fuel gift card for 1st place from Price William Marina\n$300 boat fuel gift card for 2nd place from Belmont Bay Harbor Marina\n$200 boat fuel gift card for 3rd place from Occoquan Harbor Marina\n\nALL BOATS\nTwo $100 boat fuel gift cards from Hoffmaster’s Marina\nGift certificates from\nElectric Palm\nBistro L’Heritage
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/occoquan-blessing-of-the-fleet/
LOCATION:Historic Occoquan\, 314 Mill Street\, Occoquan\, VA\, 22192\, United States
CATEGORIES:Town of Occoquan,Children's,Festival,Outdoors/Nature,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="Town of Occoquan":MAILTO:jlittle@occoquanva.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210508T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210508T140000
DTSTAMP:20210507T022712Z
CREATED:20210507T022655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210507T022712Z
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SUMMARY:Stepping Out Of COVID\, Walking Into Wellness – Reclaiming Your Mind\, Body\, & Soul 5k Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Mental Health Awareness 5K Walk this weekend! Click link below to register. This event is free and open to the public. https://tinyurl.com/pwc5kmh \nA family-friendly community event and 5K leisure walk through the gorgeous trails of Prince William Forest Park. ***Registration will close once all tickets have been sold*** \n 
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/stepping-out-of-covid-walking-into-wellness-reclaiming-your-mind-body-soul-5k-walk/
LOCATION:Prince William Forest Park\, 18170 Park Entrance Rd\, Triangle\, VA\, 22172\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors/Nature,Educational,Public Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Prince William Forest Park":MAILTO:prwi_info@nps.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210507T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210507T200000
DTSTAMP:20210308T061326Z
CREATED:20210308T061326Z
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UID:2788-1620414000-1620417600@occoquandistrict.net
SUMMARY:Free Walking Tour of Historic Prince William Towns: Occoquan
DESCRIPTION:Walking Tour of Historic Prince William Towns: Occoquan \n7 p.m.; FREE; donations welcome. \nJoin local historians once a month this summer for a special walking tour of historic towns in Prince William County. For May\, visit Historic Occoquan\, a major industrial town of Prince William County in 1755 with “certain forges\, tolling mills\, bake houses\, saw mills\, store houses\, and dwellings”. Tour will depart from the Mill House Museum located at 413 Mill St.\, Occoquan\, VA 22125. Call 703-365-7895 for more information.
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/free-walking-tour-of-historic-prince-william-towns-occoquan/
LOCATION:Mill House Museum\, 413 Mill St\, Occoquan\, VA\, 22125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Town of Occoquan,Outdoors/Nature,Free,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Preservation - Prince William County":MAILTO:historicpreservation@pwcgov.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210417T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210417T113000
DTSTAMP:20210307T194008Z
CREATED:20210307T194008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210307T194008Z
UID:2777-1618653600-1618659000@occoquandistrict.net
SUMMARY:The Ellis' Magnificent Garden: Rippon Lodge
DESCRIPTION:The Ellis’ Magnificent Garden \n10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.; $7 per person\, children under six free \nWade and Dessie Ellis’ ‘country home’ Rippon Lodge was featured in Virginia’s Historic Garden Week from the late 20’s to the late 40’s.  Visit Rippon Lodge for this socially-distanced outdoor program with staff and the modern day gardeners that make the lovely landscaped surroundings possible to learn more about how the outdoor landscape has evolved from a tobacco plantation into a public park! \nThis program is approximately 90 minutes and will involve outdoor walking over uneven terrain. Tour will begin on the front porch of the 1747 Lodge down the paved walkway from the parking lot. Masks required indoors and strongly suggested outdoors. \nRippon Lodge Historic Site\, 15520 Blackburn Road\, Woodbridge\, VA 22192\, 703-499-9812.
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/the-ellis-magnificent-garden-rippon-lodge/
LOCATION:Rippon Lodge\, 15520 Blackburn Road\, Woodbridge\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors/Nature,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Preservation - Prince William County":MAILTO:historicpreservation@pwcgov.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210417T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210417T170000
DTSTAMP:20210401T182737Z
CREATED:20210401T182708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T182737Z
UID:3073-1618646400-1618678800@occoquandistrict.net
SUMMARY:Free Entrance Days for National Parks: Prince William Forest Park & Manassas National Battlefield Park
DESCRIPTION:Come experience the national parks! This includes Prince William Forest Park and Manassas National Battlefield Park! On six days in 2021\, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. Mark your calendar for these entrance fee–free dates in 2021: \n\nJanuary 18: Birthday of Martin Luther King\, Jr.\nApril 17: First day of National Park Week\nAugust 4: One year anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act\nAugust 25: National Park Service Birthday\nSeptember 25: National Public Lands Day\nNovember 11: Veterans Day\n\nNational parks are America’s best idea\, and there are more than 400 parks available to everyone\, every day. The fee-free days provide a great opportunity to visit a new place or an old favorite\, especially one of the national parks that normally charge an entrance fee. The others are free all the time. The entrance fee waiver for fee-free days does not cover amenity or user fees for activities such as camping\, boat launches\, transportation\, or special tours. \nThe annual $80 America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass allows unlimited entrance to more than 2\,000 federal recreation areas\, including all national parks that normally charge an entrance fee. There are also free or discounted passes available for senior citizens\, current members of the military\, families of fourth-grade students\, and disabled citizens. Learn more about the variety of passes offered by the America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass series.
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/free-entrance-days-for-national-parks-prince-william-forest-park-manassas-national-battlefield-park/
LOCATION:VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors/Nature
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://occoquandistrict.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Prince-William-Forest-Park-bridge.VisitPWC.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210411T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210411T160000
DTSTAMP:20210401T181341Z
CREATED:20210401T181313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T181341Z
UID:3071-1618135200-1618156800@occoquandistrict.net
SUMMARY:Bluebell Fields in Bloom at Merrimac Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join the Merrimac Farm team on April 9th\, 10th\, and 11th to welcome spring\, celebrate nature\, and view the fabulous Virginia Bluebells that carpet the Cedar Run shoreline for nearly a mile. Their staff will be offering info on self-guided tours\, handing out bingo card games for the kids\, and available to answer any questions you might have about the farm and their beautiful Bluebells. Don’t forget to enter their annual Rain Barrel Raffle online\, enter to win HERE \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented By: Merrimac Farm Wildlife Management Area\nDates: 4/9/2021\, 4/10/2021\, 4/11/2021\nLocation: Merrimac Farm Wildlife Management Area\nAddress: 15020 Deepwood Lane\, Nokesville\, VA 20181\nTime: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM\n\nMerrimac Farm is a 302-acre Wildlife Management Area located in Nokesville\, Virginia. Merrimac Farm includes more than one mile of frontage along Cedar Run\, a 7-acre island and boasts one of the largest patches of Virginia Bluebells in the Northern Virginia region. It includes more than 100 acres of contiguous wetlands protected by 200 acres of hardwood forests and upland meadows\, at the headwaters of the Occoquan Reservoir and adjacent to Cedar Run.
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/bluebell-fields-in-bloom-at-merrimac-farm-3/
LOCATION:Merrimac Farm Wildlife Management Area\, 15020 Deepwood Lane\, Nokesville\, VA\, 20181\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors/Nature,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210410T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210410T160000
DTSTAMP:20210401T181229Z
CREATED:20210401T181203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T181229Z
UID:3069-1618048800-1618070400@occoquandistrict.net
SUMMARY:Bluebell Fields in Bloom at Merrimac Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join the Merrimac Farm team on April 9th\, 10th\, and 11th to welcome spring\, celebrate nature\, and view the fabulous Virginia Bluebells that carpet the Cedar Run shoreline for nearly a mile. Their staff will be offering info on self-guided tours\, handing out bingo card games for the kids\, and available to answer any questions you might have about the farm and their beautiful Bluebells. Don’t forget to enter their annual Rain Barrel Raffle online\, enter to win HERE \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented By: Merrimac Farm Wildlife Management Area\nDates: 4/9/2021\, 4/10/2021\, 4/11/2021\nLocation: Merrimac Farm Wildlife Management Area\nAddress: 15020 Deepwood Lane\, Nokesville\, VA 20181\nTime: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM\n\nMerrimac Farm is a 302-acre Wildlife Management Area located in Nokesville\, Virginia. Merrimac Farm includes more than one mile of frontage along Cedar Run\, a 7-acre island and boasts one of the largest patches of Virginia Bluebells in the Northern Virginia region. It includes more than 100 acres of contiguous wetlands protected by 200 acres of hardwood forests and upland meadows\, at the headwaters of the Occoquan Reservoir and adjacent to Cedar Run.
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/bluebell-fields-in-bloom-at-merrimac-farm-2/
LOCATION:Merrimac Farm Wildlife Management Area\, 15020 Deepwood Lane\, Nokesville\, VA\, 20181\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors/Nature,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210410T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210410T120000
DTSTAMP:20210307T193554Z
CREATED:20210307T193554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210307T193554Z
UID:2772-1618048800-1618056000@occoquandistrict.net
SUMMARY:Science & History of Gardening at the Halisp Hall House
DESCRIPTION:Science & History of Gardening at the Halisp Hall House \n10 a.m. – 12 p.m.\, $5 per person\, free for children under six \nBring your family to the Haislip-Hall House for a day of science and history while helping us plant the vegetable garden at the Historic Haislip-Hall House this spring! Learn about the agricultural history of Prince William while you help us plant the heirloom garden plots\, learning about what different types of plants were grown and how they were used. Conduct your own soil and water experiment to learn about pollution and irrigation. Program will run rain or shine\, please dress appropriately and bring gardening gloves. Reservations are required for space is limited. \nBrentsville Courthouse Historic Centre\, 12229 Bristow Road\, Bristow\, VA. 703- 365-7895.
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/science-history-of-gardening-at-the-halisp-hall-house/
LOCATION:Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre\, 12229 Bristow Road\, Bristow\, VA\, 20136\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors/Nature,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Preservation - Prince William County":MAILTO:historicpreservation@pwcgov.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210410T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210410T120000
DTSTAMP:20210307T192014Z
CREATED:20210307T192014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210307T192014Z
UID:2767-1618041600-1618056000@occoquandistrict.net
SUMMARY:American Battlefield Trust Annual Park Day – Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park
DESCRIPTION:American Battlefield Trust Annual Park Day – Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park \n8 a.m. – 12 p.m. \nJoin the staff at Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park and the American Battlefield Trust at Park Day 2021! Park Day is a nationwide event that encourages Civil War enthusiasts to help maintain\, restore and preserve Civil War sites through volunteerism. Join us for a fun and rewarding day of work at Bristoe Battlefield. Projects will include litter pick up\, cleaning cemeteries\, and trail maintenance throughout the 140-acre park. Wear sturdy work shoes\, bring gloves and remember sunscreen. Tools and snacks will be provided. Meet in the parking lot off Iron Brigade Avenue. Please no pets. \nBristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park.  The parking lot is located off Iron Brigade Unit Avenue.\, Bristow\, VA. 703-366-3049.
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/american-battlefield-trust-annual-park-day-bristoe-station-battlefield-heritage-park/
LOCATION:Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park\, corner of Iron Bridge Unit Avenue and Tenth Alabama Way\, Bristow\, VA\, 20136\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's,Outdoors/Nature,Volunteerism,Free,Cleanup
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Preservation - Prince William County":MAILTO:historicpreservation@pwcgov.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210409T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210409T160000
DTSTAMP:20210401T181015Z
CREATED:20210401T180939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T181015Z
UID:3065-1617962400-1617984000@occoquandistrict.net
SUMMARY:Bluebell Fields in Bloom at Merrimac Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join the Merrimac Farm team on April 9th\, 10th\, and 11th to welcome spring\, celebrate nature\, and view the fabulous Virginia Bluebells that carpet the Cedar Run shoreline for nearly a mile. Their staff will be offering info on self-guided tours\, handing out bingo card games for the kids\, and available to answer any questions you might have about the farm and their beautiful Bluebells. Don’t forget to enter their annual Rain Barrel Raffle online\, enter to win HERE \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented By: Merrimac Farm Wildlife Management Area\nDates: 4/9/2021\, 4/10/2021\, 4/11/2021\nLocation: Merrimac Farm Wildlife Management Area\nAddress: 15020 Deepwood Lane\, Nokesville\, VA 20181\nTime: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM\n\nMerrimac Farm is a 302-acre Wildlife Management Area located in Nokesville\, Virginia. Merrimac Farm includes more than one mile of frontage along Cedar Run\, a 7-acre island and boasts one of the largest patches of Virginia Bluebells in the Northern Virginia region. It includes more than 100 acres of contiguous wetlands protected by 200 acres of hardwood forests and upland meadows\, at the headwaters of the Occoquan Reservoir and adjacent to Cedar Run.
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/bluebell-fields-in-bloom-at-merrimac-farm/
LOCATION:Merrimac Farm Wildlife Management Area\, 15020 Deepwood Lane\, Nokesville\, VA\, 20181\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors/Nature,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210310T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210310T150000
DTSTAMP:20210308T074243Z
CREATED:20210308T074243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T074243Z
UID:2864-1615384800-1615388400@occoquandistrict.net
SUMMARY:Q&A Virtual Job Event: Outdoor Adventure Summer Camp\, Prince William County
DESCRIPTION:Come hang out with us at this very informal virtual Q&A session via zoom about what it is like to be an Outdoor Adventure Camp Counselor. See you March 10 at 2pm. **Be sure to sign up/register in advance to get all the details – https://lu.ma/fln41idy
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/qa-virtual-job-event-outdoor-adventure-summer-camp-prince-william-county/
LOCATION:Virtual\, VA
CATEGORIES:Job Fair,Children's,Outdoors/Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Prince William County Parks and Recreation":MAILTO:dwahl@pwcgov.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201212T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201212T123000
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SUMMARY:Community Cleanup: Rollingwood Village (volunteers needed!)
DESCRIPTION:The weather may be frightful\, but a clean community is delightful!  \nRollingwood Village residents (and anybody who wants to beautify our community) are invited to join their neighbors and lead by example during a socially-distanced Community Cleanup. Just RSVP and everything you need will be ready at the check-in table: Keep Prince William Beautiful will provide all supplies–including gloves\, vests\, bags\, sanitizer and trash pickers–and Supervisor Boddye will have coffee and snacks for volunteers. Please bring your own reusable water bottle to use at KPWB’s refill station.  \nWe will meet at Rollingwood Village Park. Registration is staggered to promote distancing; your check-in time will be provided ahead of the event\, which runs from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm. Mask-wearing and other COVID protocols will be in place. Sign-up online! \n 
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/community-cleanup-rollingwood-village-volunteers-needed/
LOCATION:Rollingwood Village Park\, 3399 Rollingwood Dr\,\, Woodbridge\, VA\, 22192\, United States
CATEGORIES:Occoquan Magisterial District/Supervisor Boddye,Outdoors/Nature,Cleanup
ORGANIZER;CN="Keep Prince William Beautiful":MAILTO:info@kpwb.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201005T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201005T120000
DTSTAMP:20200731T220829Z
CREATED:20200731T220829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200731T220829Z
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SUMMARY:City of Occoquan Town Cleanup!
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by Friends of the Occoquan\, the City of Occoquan Town Clean Up Day is scheduled for October 5 from 9am to noon\, rain or shine. Volunteer and Make a Difference in your community! Refreshments will be provided to all volunteers!
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/city-of-occoquan-town-cleanup/
LOCATION:Historic Occoquan\, 314 Mill Street\, Occoquan\, VA\, 22192\, United States
CATEGORIES:Town of Occoquan,Outdoors/Nature,Volunteerism
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ORGANIZER;CN="Town of Occoquan":MAILTO:jlittle@occoquanva.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200810T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200810T203000
DTSTAMP:20200731T215338Z
CREATED:20200731T215338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200731T215338Z
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SUMMARY:The Band of the Nation’s Capital Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Band of the Nation’s Capital is a unit of the District of Columbia Army National Guard. The band boasts a proud lineage going back to the organizational lineage and association with the legendary Corcoran Cadets\, the DC militia that inspired John Philip Sousa to compose his march of the same name. Noteworthy performances include musical support for the Inauguration of President Obama\, performances in Greece\, Jamaica\, the US Virgin Islands and Panama\, consecutive appearances at the Great American Brass Band Festival and concert tours throughout New England\, Texas and the Mid-Atlantic. Although centrally located among the finest military bands in the world\, The 257th Army Band is officially recognized as “The Band of the Nation’s Capital”.
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/the-band-of-the-nations-capital-concert/
LOCATION:River Mill Park\, 407 Mill St\, Occoquan\, VA\, 22125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Town of Occoquan,Music,Outdoors/Nature,Concert,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="Town of Occoquan":MAILTO:jlittle@occoquanva.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200803T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200803T203000
DTSTAMP:20200713T203039Z
CREATED:20200713T201035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200713T203039Z
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SUMMARY:Rick Darke - “Lessons from the Living Landscape that is Our Home Habitat”
DESCRIPTION:Rick Darke and his co-horticulturist wife Melinda Zoehrer have been creating and tending their home garden for more than a quarter century. The garden is a living laboratory\,devoted to proving how residential landscapes can be beautiful\, manageable\, and joyfully livable while sustaining a vibrant diversity of plant and animal communities. In this presentation Rick will share insights and strategies from what continues to be an inspiring journey.  Rick heads RICKDARKE LLC\, an independent design firm focused on conservation-based landscape design and management.
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/rick-darke-lessons-from-the-living-landscape-that-is-our-home-habitat/
LOCATION:VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors/Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200713T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200713T203000
DTSTAMP:20200713T202322Z
CREATED:20200701T204529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200713T202322Z
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SUMMARY:PWC Conservation Alliance 'Prince William Butterflies'
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, July 13\, 7pm\, online program\nClick here to register; registraion required. \nBrush up on your butterfly identification skills in this workshop led by Larry Meade. From egg to adult\, butterflies light up our neighborhoods and natural areas. Learn more about the butterflies you are most likely to see in the Prince William area.
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/pwc-conservation-alliance-prince-william-butterflies/
LOCATION:VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors/Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200706T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200706T203000
DTSTAMP:20200713T202241Z
CREATED:20200701T204044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200713T202241Z
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SUMMARY:PWC Conservation Alliance 'Is This Land Your Land?' Community Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a community conversation with Dudley Edmondson\, photographer\, outdoor advocate\, and author of Black & Brown Faces in America’s Wild Places: African Americans Making Nature and the Environment a Part of Their Everyday Lives  \nRegister here!
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/pwca-is-this-land-your-land-community-conversation/
LOCATION:VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors/Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200509T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200509T140000
DTSTAMP:20200306T190909Z
CREATED:20200306T190909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200306T190909Z
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SUMMARY:Prince William Compost Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:Free Event\nFood available on site\nFree compost samples\, exhibit & bin sales\nPlant sales\, door prizes\, coupons and more! \nVirginia Cooperative Extension & Environmental Services Workshops: \n10:30 AM – Do’s & Don’ts of Backyard Composting \n11:30 AM – Using Mulch & Compost in Your Landscaping \n12:00 PM – Vermicomposting – Composting Kitchen Waste With Worms \n1:00 PM – Rain Barrel Construction & Operation
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/prince-william-compost-awareness-day/
LOCATION:McCoart Building\, 1 County Complex Ct\, Woodbridge\, VA\, 22192
CATEGORIES:County Government,Outdoors/Nature
ORGANIZER;CN="Prince William Solid Waste Division":MAILTO:PWCRecycles@pwcgov.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200321T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200321T210000
DTSTAMP:20200309T141902Z
CREATED:20200221T205304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200309T141902Z
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SUMMARY:Nature is for Everyone: Black and Brown Faces in America’s Wild Places
DESCRIPTION:An evening with author\, photographer\, and outdoor advocate Dudley Edmondson \nFree of Charge. Space is limited\, Registration Required at https://GoOutside.eventbrite.com/ \nJoin us for day of education and inclusiveness with author\, photographer\, and outdoor advocate Dudley Edmondson. Author of Nature is for Everyone: Black and Brown Faces in America’s Wild Places\, Mr. Edmondson’s public presentations promote unspoiled wild places and share his quest to make green spaces more diverse.\nWe will kick-start the day with a morning walk led by Mr. Edmondson at Prince William Forest Park. Regrouping later in the evening for a reception/social\, with heavy appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages\, and a book signing provides opportunities to extend the community dialogue\, encourage networking\, and give people a chance to chat with each other and our main speaker\, Mr. Edmondson. \nWhere: Northern Virginia Community College\, Woodbridge. Lakeside Theater\, 2645 College Drive\, Woodbridge\, VA 22191.\nWhen: Saturday\, March 21 2020 \n• 10:00am to noon – Hike through Prince William Forest Park\, led by speaker Dudley Edmondson\n• 6:00pm – Outdoor talk at Northern Virginia Community College\, Woodbridge Campus\n• 6:30pm – Reception with speaker and program partners\n• 7:30pm – Talk by Dudley Edmondson\n• 8:15pm – Community Conversation\, Q&A\n• 9:00om – Book purchase and signing\, conversation \nSponsored by Prince William Conservation Alliance with:\nVirginia Native Plant Society\nTodos Supermarket\nNAACP Prince William Chapter\nNorthern Virginia Community College\nNational Park Service\, Prince William Forest Park\nPrince William County Parks\, Recreation\, and Tourism\nUnity in the Community\nCoalition to Protect PWC\nWetland Studies & Solutions \nMore information: Contact PWCA at 703.490.5200\, alliance@pwconserve.org
URL:https://occoquandistrict.net/event/nature-is-for-everyone-black-and-brown-faces-in-americas-wild-places/
LOCATION:Northern Virginia Community College – Woodbridge Campus\, 2645 College Drive\, Woodbridge\, VA\, 22191\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books and Authors,Multicultural/International,Outdoors/Nature
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