Take a guided hike to the top of the Great Dune in celebration of Earth Day and Delaware State Parks’ 75th birthday! Learn how it contributed to coastal defense and how students defended the dune on the first Earth Day in 1970, helping to create the Cape Henlopen State Park we love today! Meet at […]
Did you know that Brandywine Creek State Park is home to 4 distinct habitats? Join the park naturalists on a hike to visit all four of our unique habitats the meadow, forest, creek, and the freshwater marsh all on one hike! On this guided hike, learn about the natural history of the park as we […]
Celebrate Earth Day with a guided hike exploring the parkÂs flora and fauna before the sun sets. For ages 7+ with an adult. Pre-register required by calling (302) 645-6852.FREE with park entrance fee.
Join members of the Delaware Astronomical Society for an evening of stargazing. Learn constellations through an introduction to observing the night sky. This program is appropriate for beginners through advanced stargazers of all ages. Equipment will be available, or you may bring your own. Red-filtered lights only please. Pre-registration is required: call us at 302-793-3046 […]
Bring your eyes, ears, and a comfortable pair of hiking boots the last Saturday of every month for the Monthly Bird Walk! Our expert volunteer birder from the Delaware Ornithological Society will lead the group, provide tips and advice to all interested bird watchers. Meets at the Nature Center parking lot. No registration required, but […]
Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the cypress swamp during this 1-hour guided tour aboard our 28-foot pontoon boat. These tickets are for individual seats on the pontoon boat. Online registration ends 48 hours prior to the pontoon tour. To make a reservation for your family/household group, please call the Baldcypress Nature Center […]
Celebrate Earth Day the Brandywine Zoo way by joining us for our annual Party for the Planet event! Hosted alongside the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and other AZA-accredited institutions, Party for the Planet is one of the largest combined Earth Day celebrations in North America. Partake in fun Earth Day themed activities, keeper […]
Delaware Defense Day is Fort Miles’ yearly open house and living history event! Celebrate those who defended Delaware in the past, such as the soldiers of Fort Miles, and those who continue to serve and defend the state today. Visitors can explore the historic area, experiencing reenactments, speaking with docents, and interacting with representatives from […]
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 […]
Earth day is upon us, and to help celebrate, we will be learning about invasive species and removing some of the invasive plants that are around the park! This program is part of our Junior Naturalist program. Ages 8-12. Drop-off and sign-in will be at the start of the program, location given before sessions. In […]
They are scaly, slimy and alive! Meet some of our native reptiles and amphibians for family-fun and learning. Program meets at the nature center. Pre-registration required. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPnaturecenter@delaware.gov to register. $6/person.
Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the cypress swamp during this 1-hour guided tour aboard our 28-foot pontoon boat. These tickets are for individual seats on the pontoon boat. Online registration ends 48 hours prior to the pontoon tour. To make a reservation for your family/household group, please call the Baldcypress Nature Center […]
For ages 2-4, we’ll spend about 45 minutes with the preschoolers and their adults investigating a variety of nature topics.
Pacem in Terris is a grassroots, non-partisan, interfaith, member-supported non-profit organization that brings together people of all ages, ethnic backgrounds and professions for the purpose of positive peaceful change on the local, national and global level. The Youth Peace Art Exhibition is where the art and words of young people can help us all see […]
Herpetology is the study of reptiles and amphibians. Join naturalists to learn about these cool animals, get ID tips for some common and some misidentified species, and learn how the naturalists take care of the ambassadors animals at the Nature center. This is part of the Senior Naturalist program. Ages 50+. Pre-registration required online registration […]
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.
The weather can affect any outdoor events. Please check ahead if the weather looks questionable.
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