Week of Events
Monday, May 11, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
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May 12, 2026Spring Bird Walk at Cape Henlopen
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May 12, 2026Senior Scientists:Flora of Killens at Killens Pond
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May 12, 2026Lums Pond Spring Celebration at Lums Pond
Spring Bird Walk at Cape Henlopen
Search the park for birds on their spring migration. Each walk will target current birding hot spots. For beginning and intermediate birders. Bring your binoculars or borrow a pair of ours. For ages 10+ with an adult. Pre-register by calling (302) 645-6852.FREE with park entrance fee.
Senior Scientists:Flora of Killens at Killens Pond
Join Naturalists to learn all about the plants you can find at Killens Pond. You will learn about why plants are so important to human life, how to ID a couple of common species and go on a hike to see what plants are out. This is part of the Senior Naturalist program. Ages 50+. […]
Lums Pond Spring Celebration at Lums Pond
In celebration of the 75th and 250th Lums Pond is bringing back their Spring Celebration, this event was originally hosted in 1979 to celebrate the opening of the facilities of the park. To honor that we will have crafts in the nature center and activities down by the pond for all ages. Join us anytime […]
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
No events on this day.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
No events on this day.
Friday, May 15, 2026
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May 15, 2026Discover Battery 519 at Cape Henlopen
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May 15, 2026Morse Code Bracelet at Delaware Seashore
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May 15, 2026Gaming under the Great Dune at Cape Henlopen
Discover Battery 519 at Cape Henlopen
Tour the underground Battery 519 to discover how Fort Miles planned to defend the east coast from the anticipated threats of WWII. Tours meet at the Fort Miles Museum in Battery 519. Recommended for ages 7+. $6 per person. Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-644-5007.
Morse Code Bracelet at Delaware Seashore
This fashion makes a statement- literally! Morse code has been an important part of maritime communication since it was invented in 1844. Discover the history and value of Morse code while creating your own wearable message. Online registration ends 24 hours prior to program. After that, please call 302-227-6991.
Gaming under the Great Dune at Cape Henlopen
Join other model wargamers to play scenarios in an underground WWII artillery position! Amateur to expert gamers welcome. Some refreshments provided, gamers are encouraged to bring their own models and terrain. Staff will be available to support new gamers. Games will be played for 3 hours and participants are encouraged to join for as long […]
Saturday, May 16, 2026
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May 16, 2026Beach Driving Clinic at Delaware Seashore
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May 16, 2026Cape Nature 250 to Today Hike at Cape Henlopen
Beach Driving Clinic at Delaware Seashore
Learn park rules, licensing requirements, and tips from park staff to maximize your safety while driving on the beach. Then, follow park staff out to the beach to practice driving on the sand. Participants must have a valid surf tag and the required equipment to do so. Online registration ends 24 hours prior to program. […]
Cape Nature 250 to Today Hike at Cape Henlopen
Take a walk through space and time as we explore how the flora, fauna and landscape of Cape has changed from 1776 to 2026. For ages 7+ with an adult. Pre-register required by calling (302) 645-6852.FREE with park entrance fee.
Sunday, May 17, 2026
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May 17, 2026Beach Driving 101 at Cape Henlopen
Beach Driving 101 at Cape Henlopen
Park rangers and veteran surf-fisherman will teach you the park rules and guidelines for driving on State Park beaches. Plus, get some tips and tricks for a successful, stuck-free day of surf-fishing. This is an indoor presentation only, no actual driving on the beach. Online registration closes 24 hours prior to the program. After that […]
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