Exploring & Preserving Maryland's Natural Treasures
Reptiles and amphibians (herpetofauna) often need specialized care to thrive in captivity, even short term. Knowing the biology and natural history of these animals is vital to provide quality care. This two-day course will provide a detailed exploration of reptiles and amphibians, how they live in the wild, and current best practices for captive care. […]
Cost: $100-175
Here in the Mid-Atlantic, QF is advocating for and restoring populations of Northern Bobwhite (Colinus viriginanus) through habitat restoration and outreach. Populations of Northern Bobwhite in the Mid-Atlantic have declined by over 6% annually since the 1980’s, with similar declines seen in populations of songbirds and other organisms associated with early successional habitats. In this […]
Cost: $0-5
Romance and poetry, ivy, lichens and wallflowers need ruin to make them grow. — Nathaniel Hawthorne
Cost: $60-85
This seminar will explore the multifaceted benefits of seaweeds (macroalgae) as powerful agents for human nutrition and sustainable agriculture. Rich in bioactive compounds, seaweeds are increasingly recognized as superfoods with high concentrations of essential nutrients — proteins, dietary fiber, polyunsaturated fatty acids, and micronutrients — offering promising solutions for global health and nutrition challenges. In […]
Cost: $0-5
Arguably the most iconic toadstool species, Amanita muscaria, the fly agaric is one of the most recognizable fungi in the world, and is widely encountered in popular culture. In this class, instructor, Gayle Matheus will guide you through dry and wet felting techniques to create a clump of mushrooms with some embellishments that will look […]
Cost: $45-60
Maryland has a native freshwater fish fauna that is diverse and resilient. They are a critical part of our freshwater ecosystems. However, they remain understudied by scientists, underappreciated by most, and face threats from the modern world. Dr. Kemp will introduce the river chub (Nocomis micropogon) as an example of the complex role native fish […]
Cost: $0-5
Aristotle said that nature could only be understood through observation, analysis, and classification. Humans have devised many ways to observe, analyze, and classify the natural world. Join our friends from the Johns Hopkins Center for Functional Anatomy and Evolution to learn about their favorite tools in evolutionary biology, comparative anatomy, and phylogenetics. This interactive workshop […]
Cost: $35-50
Capture fall by looking at leaves three different ways! Start by learning the meditative art of contour drawing and practice on a variety of leaf shapes. When you’re done, try your hand at watercolor as you learn color mixing and techniques to paint your drawing. Finish the workshop by learning how to hand print your […]
Cost: $50-70