Join naturalists to hike the trails of Killens Pond State Park. This monthÂs hike will be about 1.8 miles and will meet at the Nature Center. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free with paid park entry.
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Pontoon Tour (Reserved Seat) at Alapocas Run
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 directly at 302-875-5163. Adults $8, Children (Age 12 and under) $4.
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Mommy and Me Tea at Auburn Valley
Designed for mothers with little ones 4-8 years old. This afternoon tea is the perfect way for mothers to treat themselves on Mother’s Day weekend to an afternoon tea without having to worry if it is accessible for children. The event includes finding your perfect tea hat from our dress up closet, sitting down to a short tea with scones and light refreshments, and finishes with teatime story in the garden on picnic blankets and arts and crafts activity. Teddy bears welcome! Enjoy your first tea together on the gorgeous historic estate grounds
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Nature Babies Session 3 at White Clay Creek
For ages birth to 2. Bring your little ones out for their first nature programs at the park! Cost includes one parent /guardian with child.
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Nature Nuggets Session 3 at White Clay Creek
For ages 2-4, we’ll spend about 45 minutes with the preschoolers and their adults investigating a variety of nature topics.
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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.
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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+. Pre-registration required online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program; afterwards call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPnaturecenter@delaware.gov to register. Tickets are $6/person. Program meets at the Nature Center.
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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 between 5-7:30p.m. Free with park admission.
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Little Nature Explorers (Wednesday Session) at Brandywine Zoo
Do you and your child love playing outdoors? This multi-week series allows children aged 2 to 5 and their guardians to make discoveries outdoors together. Each 45-minute class includes nature-based, child-directed activities, singing, and a storybook. Each week will learn about a different animal at the Zoo. Sign up for Sunday or Wednesday classes. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Due to limited space, a maximum of 2 adults can attend class per family. Class is limited in size and will take place outdoors, so dress for the weather. Ticket Fee: $15 per child for each class.
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A Capitol Experience at First State Heritage Park
Tour Delaware’s current functioning capital building with a First State Heritage Park tour guide! Walk through the halls where Delaware laws are made and learn about the history of the First State.
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Stories of the Green Walking Tour at First State Heritage Park
The Dover Green has been the heart of this capital since its 18th-century founding. Led by a historic interpreter, experience the stories of the sites and people that have defined the First State experience.
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Nature Art Club at Alapocas Run
All artists welcome! Join the Bellevue staff and other nature loving artists for a fun evening of creation and inspiration. This monthly club will meet on the last wednesday of the month from March to May. Each month we will explore different mediums and projects to connect us with nature. Art supplies provided, but you are welcome to bring your own as well! Meet at the Arts Center. Free with paid park entrance fee, pre-registration recommended please email us at bellevueprogramming@delaware.gov or give us a call at 302-793-3046.
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Art in Acton: Gold Leaf Botanical at Alapocas Run
Learn how to add a touch of shine to your artwork. Participants will paint a beautiful botanical image incorporating silver, gold, or copper leaf. Participants will go home with the know-how to add any metal leaf to their artwork and a handsome conversation starter.
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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.
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Mansion Tour at Auburn Valley
Come explore one of the best examples of a Queen Anne-style Victorian mansion that Delaware has to offer with a one-hour tour, at 1 p.m. every Thursday and Friday. The mansion is the former home of the Marshall family whose history and legacy of industry and innovation filled the home with the antiques and furnishings you will see there today. You will get to explore two floors of Auburn Heights with a small group (maximum 10 people). A discounted joint tour to the Marshall Steam Museum and Mansion is only available by paying day of for your tour. If you pre-book you will not get the dollar off each tour discount. $8 per adult, $4 per child.
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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.
