The Howard County Conservancy hosts butterfly walks all summer to help visitors learn tips and tricks to spot and identify butterflies. Experts from the Conservancy and Howard County Bird Club will lead beginner-level walks on weekends and weekdays in July and August. All walks are free and begin at 10:30 a.m. Registration required. Dates are July 10, July 29, Aug. 14 and Aug. 26. For more information and to register, visit: https://www.howardnature.org/events/list/

American lady butterfly photo by Annette Allor