The organizations below offer programs and information specifically designed to engage and educate youth in environmental management and preservation.
Anacostia Watershed Society
The Anacostia Watershed Society (AWS) is a nonprofit organization seeking to return the Anacostia to a swimmable and fishable river, in keeping with the Clean Water Act, for all to enjoy. AWS fulfills this commitment by engaging people in direct action to restore the river through our advocacy, stewardship, education, and recreation programs.
Anacostia Watershed Society - Specific Information on Kid-friendly
Audubon Naturalist Society
Audubon Naturalist Society (ANS) is a membership-based nonprofit organization that provides environmental education for all ages and advocates on behalf of clean water, rural lands, and smart transportation in the DC metro area.
Calleva
Calleva is a business that offers outdoor adventure and education programs including green and environmental classes on their sustainable farm, biodiesel lab, wood mill and more.
City Kids
City Kids offers extraordinary outdoor adventure experiences for children living in the greater Washington D.C. area. City Kids programs take place primarily in the Maryland countryside and Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Participants leave the familiar urban environment and discover the outdoors, often for the first time. By learning new skills, meeting new friends, and developing greater self-confidence, our students are better able to succeed in building happy, healthy, and productive lives.
Department of Energy and Environment
The Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) is the leading authority on energy and environmental issues affecting the District of Columbia. Using a combination of regulations, outreach, education, and incentives, our agency administers programs and services to fulfill our mission. We work collaboratively with government and institutions to promote environmentally responsible behavior that will lead to a more sustainable urban environment.
Department of Energy and Environment
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DPR Urban Garden Division
DC Parks and Rec (DPR) Urban Garden Division works with communities across the District to establish urban Ag projects (currently 31 community gardens and 5 non profit production farms) and urban ag support systems such as a urban garden education program offering over a 100 free classes, a citywide critter proof community compost cooperative iniitiative, a garden toolshare, a greenhouse coop, tree planting intiatives and an urban bee program.
Earth Conservation Corp
Earth Conservation Corps is a nonprofit, environmental action program powered by unemployed community youth in a transformative year of Anacostia River restoration.
Earth Force
Earth Force is a national 501(c)(3) organization. Our mission is to engage young people as active citizens who improve the environment and their communities now and in the future. Through Earth Force and our network of diverse partners, young people get hands-on, real-world opportunities to practice civic skills, acquire a deep understanding of the environment, and develop the skills and motivation to become lifelong leaders in addressing community issues.
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC
Launched in Ward 7 and focused on the communities that border the Anacostia River and the region of the Anacostia watershed, Groundwork Anacostia River DC utilizes environmental restoration goals as a vehicle for community development. Programs include Urban Archeology Corp, Green Team, Fort Mahan Trail Connector and more.
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC - Specific Information on Kid-friendly
Living Classrooms
Baltimore-Washington, DC-Chesapeake Bay area nonprofit organization serving youth and young adults with hands-on education, job training, and maritime programs.
Rodneys Raptors
Learn about the colorful history surrounding the sport of falconry. Meet our hawks and falcons while experiencing what it is like to hold a live bird of prey! Excitement soars with an interactive education program for adults and children of all ages.
Student Conservation Association (SCA) DC Program
SCA provides college & high school-aged members with hands-on conservation service opportunities. The SCA DC Community Program provides year-round conservation opportunities divided into two seasons: school-year programs (running January through May) and summer programs (running July through August). The Washington DC Community Program offers both volunteer and paid service opportunities. Participants build trails and restore habitat while exploring green career opportunities, building leadership skills, and learning about the local environment through field trips, outdoor recreation and camping trips, and complete community service projects.
Student Conservation Association (SCA) DC Program
The Nature Conservancy – Maryland/DC/Virginia
Protecting the lands and waters of VA, MD, and DC for people and nature. Seeking creative solutions to solve our most complex environmental challenges.
The Nature Conservancy – Maryland/DC/Virginia
UMD Extension
University of Maryland Extension (UME) is a statewide, non-formal education system within the college of Agriculture and Natural Resources and the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
The Anacostia Watershed Society (AWS) is a nonprofit organization seeking to return the Anacostia to a swimmable and fishable river, in keeping with the Clean Water Act, for all to enjoy. AWS fulfills this commitment by engaging people in direct action to restore the river through our advocacy, stewardship, education, and recreation programs.
Anacostia Watershed Society - Specific Information on Kid-friendly
Audubon Naturalist Society (ANS) is a membership-based nonprofit organization that provides environmental education for all ages and advocates on behalf of clean water, rural lands, and smart transportation in the DC metro area.
Calleva
Calleva is a business that offers outdoor adventure and education programs including green and environmental classes on their sustainable farm, biodiesel lab, wood mill and more.
City Kids
City Kids offers extraordinary outdoor adventure experiences for children living in the greater Washington D.C. area. City Kids programs take place primarily in the Maryland countryside and Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Participants leave the familiar urban environment and discover the outdoors, often for the first time. By learning new skills, meeting new friends, and developing greater self-confidence, our students are better able to succeed in building happy, healthy, and productive lives.
Department of Energy and Environment
The Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) is the leading authority on energy and environmental issues affecting the District of Columbia. Using a combination of regulations, outreach, education, and incentives, our agency administers programs and services to fulfill our mission. We work collaboratively with government and institutions to promote environmentally responsible behavior that will lead to a more sustainable urban environment.
Department of Energy and Environment
Department of Energy and Environment - Specific Information on Kid-friendly
DPR Urban Garden Division
DC Parks and Rec (DPR) Urban Garden Division works with communities across the District to establish urban Ag projects (currently 31 community gardens and 5 non profit production farms) and urban ag support systems such as a urban garden education program offering over a 100 free classes, a citywide critter proof community compost cooperative iniitiative, a garden toolshare, a greenhouse coop, tree planting intiatives and an urban bee program.
Earth Conservation Corp
Earth Conservation Corps is a nonprofit, environmental action program powered by unemployed community youth in a transformative year of Anacostia River restoration.
Earth Force
Earth Force is a national 501(c)(3) organization. Our mission is to engage young people as active citizens who improve the environment and their communities now and in the future. Through Earth Force and our network of diverse partners, young people get hands-on, real-world opportunities to practice civic skills, acquire a deep understanding of the environment, and develop the skills and motivation to become lifelong leaders in addressing community issues.
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC
Launched in Ward 7 and focused on the communities that border the Anacostia River and the region of the Anacostia watershed, Groundwork Anacostia River DC utilizes environmental restoration goals as a vehicle for community development. Programs include Urban Archeology Corp, Green Team, Fort Mahan Trail Connector and more.
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC - Specific Information on Kid-friendly
Living Classrooms
Baltimore-Washington, DC-Chesapeake Bay area nonprofit organization serving youth and young adults with hands-on education, job training, and maritime programs.
Rodneys Raptors
Learn about the colorful history surrounding the sport of falconry. Meet our hawks and falcons while experiencing what it is like to hold a live bird of prey! Excitement soars with an interactive education program for adults and children of all ages.
Student Conservation Association (SCA) DC Program
SCA provides college & high school-aged members with hands-on conservation service opportunities. The SCA DC Community Program provides year-round conservation opportunities divided into two seasons: school-year programs (running January through May) and summer programs (running July through August). The Washington DC Community Program offers both volunteer and paid service opportunities. Participants build trails and restore habitat while exploring green career opportunities, building leadership skills, and learning about the local environment through field trips, outdoor recreation and camping trips, and complete community service projects.
Student Conservation Association (SCA) DC Program
The Nature Conservancy – Maryland/DC/Virginia
Protecting the lands and waters of VA, MD, and DC for people and nature. Seeking creative solutions to solve our most complex environmental challenges.
The Nature Conservancy – Maryland/DC/Virginia
UMD Extension
University of Maryland Extension (UME) is a statewide, non-formal education system within the college of Agriculture and Natural Resources and the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
Calleva is a business that offers outdoor adventure and education programs including green and environmental classes on their sustainable farm, biodiesel lab, wood mill and more.
City Kids offers extraordinary outdoor adventure experiences for children living in the greater Washington D.C. area. City Kids programs take place primarily in the Maryland countryside and Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Participants leave the familiar urban environment and discover the outdoors, often for the first time. By learning new skills, meeting new friends, and developing greater self-confidence, our students are better able to succeed in building happy, healthy, and productive lives.
Department of Energy and Environment
The Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) is the leading authority on energy and environmental issues affecting the District of Columbia. Using a combination of regulations, outreach, education, and incentives, our agency administers programs and services to fulfill our mission. We work collaboratively with government and institutions to promote environmentally responsible behavior that will lead to a more sustainable urban environment.
Department of Energy and Environment
Department of Energy and Environment - Specific Information on Kid-friendly
DPR Urban Garden Division
DC Parks and Rec (DPR) Urban Garden Division works with communities across the District to establish urban Ag projects (currently 31 community gardens and 5 non profit production farms) and urban ag support systems such as a urban garden education program offering over a 100 free classes, a citywide critter proof community compost cooperative iniitiative, a garden toolshare, a greenhouse coop, tree planting intiatives and an urban bee program.
Earth Conservation Corp
Earth Conservation Corps is a nonprofit, environmental action program powered by unemployed community youth in a transformative year of Anacostia River restoration.
Earth Force
Earth Force is a national 501(c)(3) organization. Our mission is to engage young people as active citizens who improve the environment and their communities now and in the future. Through Earth Force and our network of diverse partners, young people get hands-on, real-world opportunities to practice civic skills, acquire a deep understanding of the environment, and develop the skills and motivation to become lifelong leaders in addressing community issues.
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC
Launched in Ward 7 and focused on the communities that border the Anacostia River and the region of the Anacostia watershed, Groundwork Anacostia River DC utilizes environmental restoration goals as a vehicle for community development. Programs include Urban Archeology Corp, Green Team, Fort Mahan Trail Connector and more.
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC - Specific Information on Kid-friendly
Living Classrooms
Baltimore-Washington, DC-Chesapeake Bay area nonprofit organization serving youth and young adults with hands-on education, job training, and maritime programs.
Rodneys Raptors
Learn about the colorful history surrounding the sport of falconry. Meet our hawks and falcons while experiencing what it is like to hold a live bird of prey! Excitement soars with an interactive education program for adults and children of all ages.
Student Conservation Association (SCA) DC Program
SCA provides college & high school-aged members with hands-on conservation service opportunities. The SCA DC Community Program provides year-round conservation opportunities divided into two seasons: school-year programs (running January through May) and summer programs (running July through August). The Washington DC Community Program offers both volunteer and paid service opportunities. Participants build trails and restore habitat while exploring green career opportunities, building leadership skills, and learning about the local environment through field trips, outdoor recreation and camping trips, and complete community service projects.
Student Conservation Association (SCA) DC Program
The Nature Conservancy – Maryland/DC/Virginia
Protecting the lands and waters of VA, MD, and DC for people and nature. Seeking creative solutions to solve our most complex environmental challenges.
The Nature Conservancy – Maryland/DC/Virginia
UMD Extension
University of Maryland Extension (UME) is a statewide, non-formal education system within the college of Agriculture and Natural Resources and the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
The Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) is the leading authority on energy and environmental issues affecting the District of Columbia. Using a combination of regulations, outreach, education, and incentives, our agency administers programs and services to fulfill our mission. We work collaboratively with government and institutions to promote environmentally responsible behavior that will lead to a more sustainable urban environment.
Department of Energy and Environment
Department of Energy and Environment - Specific Information on Kid-friendly
DC Parks and Rec (DPR) Urban Garden Division works with communities across the District to establish urban Ag projects (currently 31 community gardens and 5 non profit production farms) and urban ag support systems such as a urban garden education program offering over a 100 free classes, a citywide critter proof community compost cooperative iniitiative, a garden toolshare, a greenhouse coop, tree planting intiatives and an urban bee program.
Earth Conservation Corp
Earth Conservation Corps is a nonprofit, environmental action program powered by unemployed community youth in a transformative year of Anacostia River restoration.
Earth Force
Earth Force is a national 501(c)(3) organization. Our mission is to engage young people as active citizens who improve the environment and their communities now and in the future. Through Earth Force and our network of diverse partners, young people get hands-on, real-world opportunities to practice civic skills, acquire a deep understanding of the environment, and develop the skills and motivation to become lifelong leaders in addressing community issues.
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC
Launched in Ward 7 and focused on the communities that border the Anacostia River and the region of the Anacostia watershed, Groundwork Anacostia River DC utilizes environmental restoration goals as a vehicle for community development. Programs include Urban Archeology Corp, Green Team, Fort Mahan Trail Connector and more.
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC - Specific Information on Kid-friendly
Living Classrooms
Baltimore-Washington, DC-Chesapeake Bay area nonprofit organization serving youth and young adults with hands-on education, job training, and maritime programs.
Rodneys Raptors
Learn about the colorful history surrounding the sport of falconry. Meet our hawks and falcons while experiencing what it is like to hold a live bird of prey! Excitement soars with an interactive education program for adults and children of all ages.
Student Conservation Association (SCA) DC Program
SCA provides college & high school-aged members with hands-on conservation service opportunities. The SCA DC Community Program provides year-round conservation opportunities divided into two seasons: school-year programs (running January through May) and summer programs (running July through August). The Washington DC Community Program offers both volunteer and paid service opportunities. Participants build trails and restore habitat while exploring green career opportunities, building leadership skills, and learning about the local environment through field trips, outdoor recreation and camping trips, and complete community service projects.
Student Conservation Association (SCA) DC Program
The Nature Conservancy – Maryland/DC/Virginia
Protecting the lands and waters of VA, MD, and DC for people and nature. Seeking creative solutions to solve our most complex environmental challenges.
The Nature Conservancy – Maryland/DC/Virginia
UMD Extension
University of Maryland Extension (UME) is a statewide, non-formal education system within the college of Agriculture and Natural Resources and the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
Earth Conservation Corps is a nonprofit, environmental action program powered by unemployed community youth in a transformative year of Anacostia River restoration.
Earth Force is a national 501(c)(3) organization. Our mission is to engage young people as active citizens who improve the environment and their communities now and in the future. Through Earth Force and our network of diverse partners, young people get hands-on, real-world opportunities to practice civic skills, acquire a deep understanding of the environment, and develop the skills and motivation to become lifelong leaders in addressing community issues.
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC
Launched in Ward 7 and focused on the communities that border the Anacostia River and the region of the Anacostia watershed, Groundwork Anacostia River DC utilizes environmental restoration goals as a vehicle for community development. Programs include Urban Archeology Corp, Green Team, Fort Mahan Trail Connector and more.
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC - Specific Information on Kid-friendly
Living Classrooms
Baltimore-Washington, DC-Chesapeake Bay area nonprofit organization serving youth and young adults with hands-on education, job training, and maritime programs.
Rodneys Raptors
Learn about the colorful history surrounding the sport of falconry. Meet our hawks and falcons while experiencing what it is like to hold a live bird of prey! Excitement soars with an interactive education program for adults and children of all ages.
Student Conservation Association (SCA) DC Program
SCA provides college & high school-aged members with hands-on conservation service opportunities. The SCA DC Community Program provides year-round conservation opportunities divided into two seasons: school-year programs (running January through May) and summer programs (running July through August). The Washington DC Community Program offers both volunteer and paid service opportunities. Participants build trails and restore habitat while exploring green career opportunities, building leadership skills, and learning about the local environment through field trips, outdoor recreation and camping trips, and complete community service projects.
Student Conservation Association (SCA) DC Program
The Nature Conservancy – Maryland/DC/Virginia
Protecting the lands and waters of VA, MD, and DC for people and nature. Seeking creative solutions to solve our most complex environmental challenges.
The Nature Conservancy – Maryland/DC/Virginia
UMD Extension
University of Maryland Extension (UME) is a statewide, non-formal education system within the college of Agriculture and Natural Resources and the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
Launched in Ward 7 and focused on the communities that border the Anacostia River and the region of the Anacostia watershed, Groundwork Anacostia River DC utilizes environmental restoration goals as a vehicle for community development. Programs include Urban Archeology Corp, Green Team, Fort Mahan Trail Connector and more.
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC - Specific Information on Kid-friendly
Baltimore-Washington, DC-Chesapeake Bay area nonprofit organization serving youth and young adults with hands-on education, job training, and maritime programs.
Rodneys Raptors
Learn about the colorful history surrounding the sport of falconry. Meet our hawks and falcons while experiencing what it is like to hold a live bird of prey! Excitement soars with an interactive education program for adults and children of all ages.
Student Conservation Association (SCA) DC Program
SCA provides college & high school-aged members with hands-on conservation service opportunities. The SCA DC Community Program provides year-round conservation opportunities divided into two seasons: school-year programs (running January through May) and summer programs (running July through August). The Washington DC Community Program offers both volunteer and paid service opportunities. Participants build trails and restore habitat while exploring green career opportunities, building leadership skills, and learning about the local environment through field trips, outdoor recreation and camping trips, and complete community service projects.
Student Conservation Association (SCA) DC Program
The Nature Conservancy – Maryland/DC/Virginia
Protecting the lands and waters of VA, MD, and DC for people and nature. Seeking creative solutions to solve our most complex environmental challenges.
The Nature Conservancy – Maryland/DC/Virginia
UMD Extension
University of Maryland Extension (UME) is a statewide, non-formal education system within the college of Agriculture and Natural Resources and the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
Learn about the colorful history surrounding the sport of falconry. Meet our hawks and falcons while experiencing what it is like to hold a live bird of prey! Excitement soars with an interactive education program for adults and children of all ages.
SCA provides college & high school-aged members with hands-on conservation service opportunities. The SCA DC Community Program provides year-round conservation opportunities divided into two seasons: school-year programs (running January through May) and summer programs (running July through August). The Washington DC Community Program offers both volunteer and paid service opportunities. Participants build trails and restore habitat while exploring green career opportunities, building leadership skills, and learning about the local environment through field trips, outdoor recreation and camping trips, and complete community service projects.
Student Conservation Association (SCA) DC Program
The Nature Conservancy – Maryland/DC/Virginia
Protecting the lands and waters of VA, MD, and DC for people and nature. Seeking creative solutions to solve our most complex environmental challenges.
The Nature Conservancy – Maryland/DC/Virginia
UMD Extension
University of Maryland Extension (UME) is a statewide, non-formal education system within the college of Agriculture and Natural Resources and the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
Protecting the lands and waters of VA, MD, and DC for people and nature. Seeking creative solutions to solve our most complex environmental challenges.
The Nature Conservancy – Maryland/DC/Virginia
University of Maryland Extension (UME) is a statewide, non-formal education system within the college of Agriculture and Natural Resources and the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
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