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See over 30 different species of butterflies from Asia, North, Central and South America flying freely (indoors) among tropical plants in a lush garden environment.
Watch and learn about the butterfly’s life cycle — from egg, to caterpillar, to adult butterfly emerging from their cocoons in a tropical garden setting.
Brookside Gardens in suburban Wheaton, MD […]
May was National Bike Month and as a biker, I thought I’d provide some fun information about biking DC’s sites and the surrounding area, plus offer a few great resources.
The DC area is a fun place for biking. Within an hour or so drive from the Mall, you can find hundreds of miles of trails, paths […]
For the past 40 years, before each Memorial Day, army soldiers from the 3rd U.S. Infantry (The Old Guard) honor America’s servicemen killed or wounded in action that are buried at Arlington National Cemetery by placing an American flag on each gravestone.
This tradition, called “flags in ” has been an annual activity since 1948. Flags […]
Just 15 minutes to north of DC is one of our region’s most beautiful attractions, Great Falls Park.
The park offers 15 miles of hiking and biking trails, great places to picnic, some challenging rock climbing, and horseback riding (if you bring your own horse). If you are into kayaking, get ready for some fun and […]
Join field biologists, conservationists and nature lovers at one the country’s oldest national parks for a weekend of bio-research, nature expeditions, formal species identification and learning about nature and biodiversity from experts. Biologist, naturalists and scientist will lead teams of volunteers while conducting a 24-hour bio-blitz census in Rock Creek Park, combing the park’s 1,755 […]
As the principal author of the Declaration of Independence and a strong supporter of the separation of church ands state, Thomas Jefferson’s impact on the budding nation is still felt today. By supporting the Louisiana Purchase and the exploration of the western frontier from the Midwest to the “Great South Sea (Pacific Ocean) by Lewis […]
Established in 1927, the 450-acre U.S. National Arboretum was designed for scientific research, education, and conservation of plants, trees and flowers.
Springtime is a great time to visit, plus, there are events and shows almost every week. Some require advanced registration and a fee, but more are free. You can walk, bike, drive or take a […]
The Cherry Blossoms are in full bloom and definately worth the trip, so I’ll let my photos do the talking.
Nearest Metro subway station – Federal Triangle - Blue and Orange line, then a 1/2 block walk to Constitution Ave. or Smithsonian - Blue and Orange lines, then a 3 block walk.
Parking - Street parking is available, but […]
As yet another sign of Spring, the annual White House Spring Garden Tour is just around the corner.
The tour will commence at Sherman Park located between E. Executive Drive and 15th Street, NW near E Street, just to the south of the Department of the Treasury building.
For some additional information on the White House gardens […]
Springtime is probably the most beautiful time to visit Washington, DC. The most famous and popular Springtime activity is the annual National Cherry Blossom Festival.
The festival runs for two weeks, from March 31st until April 15th, but Mother Nature always has a way of deciding when nature’s canvas will be painted with the most beautiful […]
A Washington DC travel and tourism guide with information for both visitors and residents.
Written by Jon Rochetti [email] for b5media.
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