Mussel Survey in Kenilworth Lake

Note: This event is weather dependent. If you are sick or exhibiting symptoms associated with COVID-19 (such as fever, chills, cough, sore throat, difficulty breathing, loss of taste or smell, etc.), please do not come to the event and consider joining us another time. Date : Wednesday, October 7, 2026 Time : 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Meeting Location : Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens (KAG): 1550 Anacostia Avenue NE, Washington, DC 20019 (map) – we will walk from the entrance of KAG to Kenilworth Lake, which is about a mile away, so please wear shoes you are comfortable walking in! The Deanwood Metro Station is about 0.5 miles away from this location (about an 11 minute walk) Parking is available at this location Project : You will help AWS with a wild freshwater mussel survey in Kenilworth Lake! We will be walking in mud that can be very mucky in waders (AWS can provide you with a pair if you don’t have your own). If you’re not comfortable walking in mud using waders, we recommend joining us at a different event. Physical Level of Difficulty : Difficult – This event will involve lifting, bending, and walking in mucky mud for a fourth of a mile. Participants will be expected to wear waders for the duration of the event. If you think any of the physical requirements will be problematic, please let us know. Registration is required . Please register to receive additional information about the event. Click here to register