Alice Ferguson Foundation
Connecting people to the natural world, sustainable agricultural practices and the cultural heritage of their local watershed through education, stewardship and advocacy.
Shepherd Parkway is a federally owned parkland corridor that covers the hillside between I-295 and the neighborhoods of Congress Heights and Bellevue in the far southern part of Washington, DC. Its 197 acres of eastern hardwood forest include the remains of two Civil War forts, two bald eagle nests, and views across the city. Unfortunately, […]
There’s no better way to spend summer break than at Hard Bargain Farm! Led by our experienced educators, kids will explore the woods, wetlands and Potomac riverbank, with activities such as canoeing, finding tadpoles, and watching the eagles! Our unique barnyard allows kids will to experience life on the farm – get to know our […]
Mark your Calendars for 7/23/22, Saturday evening, 7:30-9:30PM for the Grand Re-Opening of the Ferguson Amphitheater with the first Concerts in the Woods*, since 2019! Lynn Hollyfield with Steve Wolf, Good Gravy, Mina Karima and Levi Shotwell Admission: $15, Kids 12 and under $10. Come join us and hear music under a beautiful canopy of […]
Registration is OPEN for the Bridging the Watershed Summer Training for Teachers & Rangers! August 3 - 4, 2022 Bridging the Watershed student outdoor field studies are returning to area National Parks! Join the Alice Ferguson Foundation's summer training so you can bring your middle and high school students for hands-on outdoor investigations focused on […]
Fort Stanton Park was created in 1926 to preserve the hilltops where the Union army constructed Fort Stanton and Battery Rickets to defend the Nation’s Capital during the Civil War. These forts never saw battle, but their earthwork remains can still be seen the woods. The park’s more than 150 acres of forest include dramatic […]
Shepherd Parkway is a federally owned parkland corridor that covers the hillside between I-295 and the neighborhoods of Congress Heights and Bellevue in the far southern part of Washington, DC. Its 197 acres of eastern hardwood forest include the remains of two Civil War forts, two bald eagle nests, and views across the city. Unfortunately, […]
Fort Stanton Park was created in 1926 to preserve the hilltops where the Union army constructed Fort Stanton and Battery Rickets to defend the Nation’s Capital during the Civil War. These forts never saw battle, but their earthwork remains can still be seen the woods. The park’s more than 150 acres of forest include dramatic […]
Shepherd Parkway is a federally owned parkland corridor that covers the hillside between I-295 and the neighborhoods of Congress Heights and Bellevue in the far southern part of Washington, DC. Its 197 acres of eastern hardwood forest include the remains of two Civil War forts, two bald eagle nests, and views across the city. Unfortunately, […]
We invite you and your families to join us and enjoy the beautiful view overlooking the Potomac, catch up with neighbors, enjoy an ice cream bar, and have fun with family friendly activities hosted by our environmental education team! Please RSVP by September 5th.
Volunteers may find more information and directions at https://www.accotink.org/2022/InternationalCoastalCleanuppre-event2022.htm Please let us know if you plan to join "Team Accotink". -- GET YOUR BRAIN WET!
Volunteers may find more information and directions at https://www.accotink.org/2022/InternationalCoastalCleanuppre-event2022.htm Please let us know if you plan to join "Team Accotink". -- GET YOUR BRAIN WET!
Volunteers may find more information and directions at https://www.accotink.org/2022/InternationalCoastalCleanuppre-event2022.htm Please let us know if you plan to join "Team Accotink". -- GET YOUR BRAIN WET!