FAMILY FUN CONT . |
||||||
|
Riverfront Adventure Led by Delaware Nature Society staff Let ’ s hunt geocaches on the Riverfront ! Meet at DEEC to make a family trail name and learn to use the map , GPS device , and mobile app . Then hit the Riverwalk . Bring a bag lunch or grab Drop Squad Kitchen take-out . No preregistration required .
Sat , 4 / 8 | 10 am – 1 pm Family age 5 + | V17201DC Member FREE | Non-member $ 15
Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge by Canoe Led by Matt Babbitt Explore Prime Hook Creek and the Refuge ’ s non-tidal freshwater marsh in search of wildlife and spring ’ s first blooms . Pack lunch and water for the 4 - 5 hour paddle . Meets at Prime Hook National Refuge .
Sat , 4 / 8 ( rain date Sat 4 / 15 ) 9 am – 4 pm Family age 8 + | W17301AM Member $ 10 | Non-member $ 15
Spring Hike and Adventure at Bucktoe Creek Preserve Led by Dawn Coughlan Hike and explore the forests and fields , searching for toads , salamanders and other signs of spring . Wear boots . Sponsored by a private donor . No pre-registration required . Just show up ! Meets at Bucktoe Creek Preserve .
Sun , 4 / 9 | 1 pm – 3 pm Family | V17602BK FREE for everyone
Full Moon Hike Led by Sheila Vincent & Judy Montgomery Celebrate the full moon with a hike ! Listen for foxes , owls , and more ! We ’ ll end with a campfire and delicious campfire treats .
Tue , 4 / 11 | 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm Family | W17072AS Member $ 8 | Non-member $ 14
|
Wildlife and Beauty : Brazil Led by Joe Sebastiani Experience the Pantanal – the world ’ s largest wetland , Chapada dos Guimaraes National Park , and the Atlantic Rainforest in this photo presentation . Photos and stories , including Macaws , Harpy Eagles , Jaguars , Giant River Otters , and much more !
Wed , 4 / 12 | 7 pm – 8 pm Family | W17067AS Member $ 10 / household Non-member $ 15 / household
Family Scavenger Hunt Led by Alice Mohrman Compete with family teams to search for clues to unlock natural mysteries ! Explore our hiking trails and snap photos to prove your success . Includes picnic lunch and prizes . Pre-registration required .
Sat , 4 / 15 | 10 am – 1 pm Family | W17360AM Member $ 20 / household of 4 Non-member $ 30 / household of 4
Conservation in Action Series : Helping Hand for Herps Led by Jim White This is part of a larger series , see details on page 9 .
Two-part program Thu , 4 / 20 | 7 – 8:30 pm ( Presentation ) Sat , 4 / 22 | 9 am – Noon ( Field Trip ) Family age 12 + | W17019AS Member $ 15 / two-part program Non-member $ 20 / two-part program
|
Wildlife and Beauty : Costa Rica Led by Derek Stoner & Judy Montgomery Explore a rich cloud forest , Caribbean and Pacific coastal plains and the southern Osa lowlands in this photo presentation ! See the venomous Fer-de-lance and Eyelash Vipers , Basilisks and Iguanas , and birds galore !
Thu , 4 / 20 | 7 pm – 8 pm Family | W17068AS Member $ 10 / household Non-member $ 15 / household
Family Campout at Bucktoe Led by Rob Yacucci Celebrate Earth Day with a family campout at Bucktoe Creek Preserve ! HIke and listen for owls , frogs , and more . Evening campfire with treats , and breakfast provided . Bring a bag dinner . Use your tent , borrow ours , or stay in an Adirondack shelter . Family registration includes all members of a single household .
Sat , 4 / 22 – Sun , 4 / 23 5 pm – 10 am Family | W17073BK Member $ 40 / household of 4 , $ 15 / additional individual Non-member $ 55 / household of 4 , $ 20 / additional individual
2017 Horseshoe Crab Survey Volunteer Training Led by Elliott Workman & Matt Babbitt Training for new volunteers interested in helping with our annual Horseshoe Crab Survey May – June . Meets at Marvel Saltmarsh Preserve .
Sat , 4 / 22 | 4 pm – 6 pm | Family FREE for everyone To register contact 302.422.0847
|
Cook the Book Family Version Led by Mary Boeni Bring family and friends to experience the excitement of a Coverdale summer camp favorite ! Chop , mix , and stir to bring two stories to life making delicious culinary creations .
Sun , 4 / 23 | 2 pm – 4 pm Family age 6 + | W17166CF Member $ 25 / team of 2 , $ 10 / additional individual Non-member $ 35 / team of 2 , $ 15 / additional individual
Spring Into Nature Led by Delaware Nature Society staff Celebrate spring by meeting live animals , taking guided nature walks , making a craft , and trying your hand at netting minnows and little critters in the pond ! Learn how our daily decisions impact the environment and wildlife .
Sat , 4 / 29 | Noon – 4 pm Family | V17202DC FREE for everyone
Nature ’ s Top Chef : Wild Edibles Led by Judy Montgomery Gather edible plants with your teammate from Ashland ’ s forest and create delicious treats for all !
Sun , 4 / 30 | 1 pm – 3 pm Family age 5 + | W17063AS Member $ 15 / team of 2 Non-member $ 20 / team of 2
|