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Alapocas Run State Park Fall Program Guide 2020
2 Delaware State Parks | destateparks.com/programs | Fall 2020
2020Fall Program Guide
How to Use this Guide
This guide will give you an overview of the features and activities planned for this season in Table of Contents
Delaware’s 17 state parks. Updates will be available on our website at destateparks.com. Alapocas Run State Park and
Program information is available at destateparks.com/programs. Wilmington State Parks...................4
Auburn Valley State Park ................6
Bellevue State Park..........................8
In addition to our traditional in-person programs, some parks also offer virtual
opportunities. This guide features many specific online programs, and more Brandywine Creek State Park........10
information can be found at destateparks.com/dailyparks. Brandywine Zoo............................12
Cape Henlopen State Park............14
Some parks also offer independent programs – giving visitors a chance to pick up
materials for crafts, scavenger hunts, and other fun, safe ways to explore. These are Fort Miles Museum
also highlighted in this guide. and Historic Area...........................18
Delaware Seashore State Park.......20
Holts Landing State Park...............22
• Parks are open daily, from 8 a.m. until sunset all year, except Fort Delaware (see p.
28). Park office and nature center hours vary; visit destateparks.com for hours at First State Heritage Park................24
specific locations. Fort Delaware State Park...............28
Fort DuPont and Port Penn
• Park entrance fees (charged through November 30) are not included in
program fees. Interpretive Center........................30
Killens Pond State Park.................32
• Annual passes are available at any park office, at five retail locations, or online at
Lums Pond State Park....................34
destateparks.com/fees. Income from annual pass sales, entry fees and other user fees goes
directly to Delaware State Parks to help manage more than 26,000 acres of park land. Trap Pond State Park......................36
White Clay Creek State Park..........38
Delaware State Parks Vehicle Entrance Rates and Fees
Annual Passes Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Division
Thank you for
Delaware Resident $35 of Parks & Recreation programs are subject supporting Delaware
Delaware Senior (age 62+) $18
to change, including location changes and
cancelations. For the latest information,
State Parks
visit destateparks.com/programs and
Non-Resident $70 (302) 739-9220 | destateparks.com |
destateparks.com/covid19. For the
Connect with us online @DEStateParks
Non-Resident Senior (age 62+) $35 safety of our visitors and staff, program
attendees kindergarten age and older will Department of Natural Resources and
Daily Entrance Fees be required to have face coverings and Environmental Control
use them when social distancing is not 89 Kings Highway, Dover, DE 19901
Resident - Inland Parks $4 www.dnrec.delaware.gov
possible, for as long as masks are required
Resident - Beach Parks $5 in Delaware State Parks. We continue The Department of Natural Resources and
to follow the Division of Public Health Environmental Control is committed to
Non-Resident - Inland Parks $8 recommendations for face coverings. affirmative action, equal opportunity and the
Rangers or park staff may require those diversity of its workforce.
Non-Resident - Beach Parks $10
who do not bring face masks to leave.
Programs are supported,
Lifetime Pass $65 in part, by grants from
Delaware Resident Only (age 65+) the Delaware Division of
the Arts, a state agency in
For information about all passes, including surf-fishing permits, visit partnership with the National Endowment for the
destateparks.com/know/PassesTagsFees Arts. The Division promotes Delaware arts events on
DelawareScene.com
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Alapocas Run State Park and Wilmington State Parks
Interpretive Programs Manager:
Liz Androskaut
elizabeth.androskaut@delaware.gov
Program Reservations:
302-577-1164
DNREC_WilmingtonProg@delaware.gov
Alapocas Run State and
Wilmington State Parks
Blue Ball Barn
1914 West Park Drive
Wilmington DE, 19803
302-577-1164
Join Our Park E-Mailer: Send a
blank message to join-de_parks_
wilmington@state.de.us
Passport Program
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Intro to Rock Climbing Surrounded by development and the remnants of industry, Alapocas Run State
Alapocas Run State Park Park preserves mature woodlands, traces of an industrial past, and the cultural
October 10 and 24, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. significance of an earlier era.
Discover the basics of outdoor top rope
climbing. Helmets, harness and ropes
provided. Park staff will instruct, guide, Rockford Tower Openings
and belay all climbers. Children under 18 Sundays through October 18, 1 – 3 p.m. VIRTUAL/INDEPENDENT PROGRAMS
must be accompanied by a guardian. Pre- Climb to the top of this historic tower and Bancroft Mills
registration with full payment required by glimpse a beautiful view of Wilmington. Wednesday, December 9, 10 a.m.
noon Tuesday before program. Directions, Note: Tower may close if there is Established by Joseph Brancroft,
climbing waiver and what to bring and inclement weather. the textile mill played an important
wear will be emailed to participants upon Free role in the development of the city.
registration. Join us via Facebook to explore the
$25 per person Twilight Hike history of Bancroft Textile Mills, or
Blue Ball Barn visit the Blue Ball Barn to grab a
Friday, October 16 brochure and explore our industrial
6:30 – 8 p.m. past on your own.
Join us on this family-friendly hike as we
tread carefully into the twilight. Discover
the story behind things that go bump
in the night. Pre-register by Wednesday,
October 14 at 302-577-1164.
Free
For COVID-19 guidelines and face covering requirements, see p. 3 or visit destateparks.com/covid19 . Events and hours subject to change.
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Alapocas Run State Park and Wilmington State Parks
Experience nature and recreation in the heart of the city through Wilmington
State Parks, an urban retreat along the Brandywine River that has fostered family
memories and traditions for generations.
Monuments Hike Holiday Basket Weaving
Brandywine Park Blue Ball Barn
Saturday, November 14, 10 a.m. – noon Saturday, November 14
Join park naturalists as we explore the 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
multitude of monuments in Brandywine Learn traditional weaving techniques
Park. Learn more about the ways we with master basket weaver Joan Betzold
honor those who have contributed to our and create a sled basket. Weave it in red,
community. Pre-registration required by green, blues or plain. Pre-registration and
noon, Friday, November 13. payment required by noon November 11.
Free $50 per person Friends of Wilmington Parks (FOWP)
is a non-profit group actively
A Night at the Tower involved with Delaware State Parks
Rockford Park and the City of Wilmington in the
Saturday, November 14 preservation and maintenance of
6 – 7 p.m. Wilmington State Parks. FOWP
Drop in and climb to the top of the is a 501(c)3 organization. Visit
tower to see the night sky and the city of friendsofwilmingtonparks.org or
Wilmington. like them on Facebook.
Free
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Brandywine
Auburn Creek
Valley StateState
ParkPark
Interpretive Program Coordinator: Nestled in the Piedmont’s Red Clay Valley, visitors to Auburn Valley State Park
Teresa Pierce discover the history of the Marshall Family, Yorklyn’s rich industrial history and
302-239-5687 revitalization of this site.
teresa.pierce@delaware.gov
Program Reservation and
Information:
Auburn Heights Mansion
3000 Creek Road
Box 36
Yorklyn, DE 19736
302-239-5687
General Park Information:
Park Office
630 Benge Road
Yorklyn, DE 19736
302-729-4280
Stroll with the Superintendent Auburn Heights by Twilight
If there is inclement weather on the
Fridays, October 23, November 27, (Park after Dark)
day of the program, call 302-729-
December 11, 9 a.m. Saturday, October 24
4242 for a program update or check
Put on your walking shoes to explore 6 p.m.
our Facebook page.
historic Yorklyn. Learn about the adaptive Friday, November 27
Passport Program reuse and cleanup of this former 4:45 p.m.
destateparks.com/passport
industrial site with Auburn Valley State Explore the estate by lantern light, hear its
Park’s new Superintendent. history and learn more about the Marshall
Free family who called it home. Then, after
Steamin’ Days dark, walk through the lamp-lit mansion
12:30 - 4:30 p.m. Bark in the Park with an interpreter. Meet on the front
Sundays, October 4, October 25 Saturday, October 23, 4 p.m. porch of the mansion. Parking is available
(Steamin’ Halloween), November 1 Saturday, November 15, 3 p.m. in the event lot on Creek Road across from
Saturday, November 28 Bundle up and bring your pup for a casual the mansion.
(Steamin’ Thanksgiving) stroll. Well-behaved dogs on a leash with $5 per person
Advance tickets are encouraged for updated rabies vaccines are welcome on
contactless entry. Tickets can be purchased this paved 1.1-mile walk. Free collapsible Bird Discovery Hike
for four socially-distanced rides on the travel dog bowls for participants! Meet at Sunday, October 11
train or cars or admission to the mansion the Oversee Farm Trail parking lot at 1516 8 a.m.
and grounds. All tickets include entrance Snuff Mill Road. Join an experienced birder on the Trolley
to the grounds and the Marshall Steam Free Trail for an hour-long, half-mile birding
Museum. For more information about walk. Binoculars provided, but feel free
what to expect visit auburnheights.org or to bring your own. Free water bottles are
call 302-239-2385. provided for participants! Meet at the
Rides ticket: $12 per adult age 13 and up, Paper Mill parking lot on Benge Road.
$8 per child under 13 Free
Mansion and grounds ticket: $12 per
adult age 13 and up, $6 per child and 13.
For COVID-19 guidelines and face covering requirements, see p. 3 or visit destateparks.com/covid19 . Events and hours subject to change.
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Auburn Valley State Park
A Bridge between Eras Marshall Brothers Paper Mill
Wednesdays, October 7 and 21, Behind-the-Scenes Tour
November 4 and 18, December 2 and 16 Saturday, October 3 and 17 House Tours by Appointment
Noon 1 and 3 p.m. Tours of Auburn Heights, the
Come enjoy the cool fall weather and Saturday, November 14 and 21 Marshall Family Mansion, are
changing foliage on this 1-hour hike. 1 and 3 p.m. available by appointment for
Learn about the cross-continental journey Join us for an exclusive look inside the groups on non-event days. For
of Auburn Valley’s new bridges, the historic paper mill located on Benge Road. questions or to schedule a tour,
history and engineering design of the This industrial site made paper from 1890 please call 302-239-5687. Please
structures and plans for the arrival of new to the 200s and is in a rare undisturbed call to schedule tours at least two
bridges in the future. Meet in the Paper condition. Must be 14 years or older. Call business day prior to your tour date.
Mill Parking Lot on Benge Road. the park office to register. $8 per person
Free $10 per person
Interested in volunteering at
Auburn Heights Mansion and Auburn Valley State Park? Call
Marshall Steam Museum Tours 302-239-5687 or email DNREC_
Museum Hours: Thursdays and Fridays: INDEPENDENT PROGRAM
HelpYourPark@delaware.gov for
1 – 4 p.m. Build a Bee Box more information.
Mansion Tours: Thursdays and Fridays: Register by October 17
1 p.m. Pickup Monday - Friday,
Reservations recommended. October 19 - 30, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Capacity inside the newly renovated In Auburn Valley’s first
museum will be reduced to ensure enough independent program, learn
room for proper social distancing. Self- to build a house for the bee
guided experiences will have a designated population in your neighborhood! The Marshall Steam Museum,
route to ensure one-way paths and proper Kits include instructions on how to operated by the Friends of Auburn
spacing. The hour-long tour of the Auburn reuse invasive bamboo to benefit Heights in partnership with
Heights Mansion includes the two main the bees. Registration required; Delaware State Parks and home
floors; there are steps into the mansion as call 302-239-5687 to register. to the world’s largest operating
well as a flight of stairs inside Park in the Pick up kits from the park office on collection of Stanley steam cars,
event lot across from the mansion. Benge Rd. has undergone exciting new
$8 for the mansion or museum, $5 per bee kit renovations!
$14 for both
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Bellevue State
Brandywine Park
Creek State Park
Interpretive Programs Manager: A duPont family estate preserved as an urban oasis for recreation and nature
Nick Madden study, Bellevue State Park offers users a glimpse into the elite leisure class of
302-793-3046 the Gilded Age.
nick.madden@delaware.gov
Bellevue Arts Center:
302-793-3046
Program Reservations:
302-761-6963
Bellevue State Park
800 Carr Road
Wilmington, DE 19809
Park Office: 302-761-6963
destateparks.com/Bellevue
All programs require pre-registration
by calling the Park Office 302-761-
6963. Program location will be given
once registered. Prices and times are
listed below. Visit our social media
pages for quick updates.
Passport Program
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Night Owls Bellevue Scavanger Hunt
Wednesday, October 14, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, October 10, 10 a.m.
Wednesday, November 11, 6 p.m. Prove you know Bellevue better than
Bee Haven with Sassy Bee Walk with us after hours and put your big anyone else with our scavenger hunt!
Sunday, October 11, 10 a.m. ears and eyes on – we’re searching for owls. Prizes will be awarded to the top three.
Join our talk with beekeeper Steph on $4 per person Check our Facebook page to see what they
all things honey bees, from bee-havior, are!
to maintenance and how they make Scenery Hike $5 per person
their honey. You’ll take home some local Tuesday, October 20
honey, too! Tuesday, November 17 Horsing Around
Free Wednesday, December 16, 10 a.m. Saturday, October 17, 10 a.m.
Get your cameras ready and visit the See how William Dupont’s love for horses
Full Moon Hike most picturesque parts of the park with a drove him to change the whole estate into
Thursday, October 1, 7:30 p.m. naturalist. what you see today.
Saturday, October 31, 6:15 p.m. Free Free
Monday, November 30, 6 p.m.
Wednesday, December 30, 6 p.m. Sensory Hike Lanternfly Roundup
Join our hike through the park as we Tuesday, October 6 Sunday, October 25, 10 a.m.
search for a good view of the full moon. For Thursday, November 5 There’s a big problem that has to be
our Halloween hike, feel free to dress up! Tuesday, December 8, 10 a.m. squashed, and we need your help to stomp
Call for location and to register. Treat your senses as we dabble through the it out!
$4 per person sights, smells and sounds of the wild. Free
Free
For COVID-19 guidelines and face covering requirements, see p. 3 or visit destateparks.com/covid19 . Events and hours subject to change.
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Bellevue State Park
INDEPENDENT PROGRAMS
Bellevue’s Program in a Box
Get a box filled to the brim with
fun nature activities! Follow our
Facebook page for release dates and
to learn about brand-new themes
that will take you and your family
around the park.
Price varies depending on theme
Build a Bat Bungalow
(home edition)
Limited availability, call to reserve
This popular program is back with
a twist! Supplies and instructions
(construction and mounting) will be
wrapped up for you to take home.
$45
Check out our social media pages
for daily fun activities and posts, plus
more information on our in-person
programs! Facebook and Instagram
Walk It Off
Mondays, 9 a.m.
Walk through Bellevue with our naturalists
and other guests, checking in on the
happenings of the park. Join the
Free Friends of
Bellevue
Private Wagon Rides State Park!
September 27 – November 8 The Friends of Bellevue is a non-
Fridays, 5 – 8 p.m. profit 501c3 organization that is
Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. comprised of park visitors and
Book your own private wagon ride, with a users dedicated to maintaining and
campfire after! Booking required by close enhancing the value of the park
of business on the Thursday before your and it’s scenic, historic and wildlife
ride. Call front office for more information resources. Find more information
including Covid restrictions; limited to friendsofbellevuestatepark.org or
household groups only. the Friends Facebook page.
$125 per group
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Brandywine Creek State Park
Interpretive Programs Manager: The rolling meadows, old growth forest and freshwater marshes at Brandywine
Lisa Watt Creek State Park are reminiscent of an agricultural landscape and way of life in
302-655-5740 northern Delaware’s Piedmont Region.
lisa.watt@delaware.gov
Program Reservations:
302-655-5740
DNREC_Parks_
BrandywineCreekPrograms@
delaware.gov
Brandywine Creek State Park is open
8 a.m. to sunset, year-round. All
programs meet at the nature center
unless otherwise noted. Please note
that many programs require pre-
registration.
Nature Center Geology Walk: Hidden Pond Group Hayrides
41 Adams Dam Road Saturday, December 19 Saturdays 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Wilmington, DE 19803 10 a.m. Sundays 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Join a naturalist for a 1.5-to-2-hour walk October 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 31
Park Office: in the park to learn all about the unique November 1
302-577-3534 geology that makes this park so special. Masks must be worn at all times, including at
Pre-registration required. the campfire, except at picnic tables with your
destateparks.com/BrandywineCreek Free group. No supplies will be provided by the
park. Groups must be 15 or less per wagon
All programs require pre-registration Full Moon Hike and campfire (children and adults). Enjoy a
and pre-payment when applicable. Monday, November 30, 6 p.m. 30-minute ride around the park followed by
Tuesday, December 29, 5 p.m. a cozy 30-minute campfire. Bring a blanket,
Experience the meadow’s night sights and food and beverages (non-alcoholic). Wagons
sounds as we journey through the park leave on the hour; late arrival may result in
after dark. Hike will last approximately 1 forfeit of the trip. Pre-registration and pre-
*NEW* Plein Air for Beginners hour. Pre-registration required. payment are required. Call 302-655-5740 to
Friday, October 2, 10 a.m. $5 per person register or reserve a wagon.
Saturday, November 7, 11 a.m. $125 per whole wagon (up to 15 people)
Join artist Rebecca Roberts and learn
the history of the plein air tradition in
the Brandywine Valley. Learn the science
of changing seasons and techniques to
convey them with paint. Pre-registration
and payment required.
$15 per person
For COVID-19 guidelines and face covering requirements, see p. 3 or visit destateparks.com/covid19 . Events and hours subject to change.
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VIRTUAL/INDEPENDENT PROGRAMS Scout Troops and
Pop-Up Nature Center Homeschoolers:
Select Weekdays and Weekends Working on a badge? Looking for a
Keep an eye out for our Pop-Up science or nature program? Let us help!
Nature Center outside of the park We offer many programs designed for
office and nature center building. scouts and environmental education.
Nature Preserve Hike
On nice afternoons naturalists will Call for details 302-655-5740.
Friday, October 9, 3 p.m.
be outside with fun educational
Explore the human and ecological history
displays, take and make crafts,
of our nature preserves over the last Brandywine Creek’s Artifact Day
scavenger hunts and more that you
several hundred years and learn why they Saturday, December 12, 10 a.m.
can grab and do on your own in the With the help of state archaeologists, we’ve
are important habitat to preserve. Pre-
park. Stay tuned to Facebook and put together a fun selection of artifacts
registration is required.
Instagram for info on when we will found on park land. We will explore the
Free
“pop up” or stop by and look for us history of the families that lived in the
when you visit! park through the objects they left behind.
Beginner Exploration Hikes
Wednesdays in October, 1 p.m. Pre-registration required. Meet at the
Virtual Terrific Toddlers amphitheater by the nature center.
October 7: Hidden Pond, meet outside
Select Thursdays, starting $5 per person
Nature Center
September 24, 10 a.m.
October 14: Rocky Run, meet at
Calling all two-to-four-year-olds! Join us
Thompson’s Bridge parking lot
for our virtual Terrific Toddlers program!
October 21: Greenway, meet at Thompson’s
Every other Thursday, we will host a
Bridge parking lot. *stroller friendly*
20 minute-long session featuring a
October 28: Creekside Trail, meet at
nature craft and short lesson or story.
Thompson’s Bridge parking lot
Stay tuned to our Facebook page for
Join our naturalists for a guided hike to
each session’s theme and additional
learn what makes each of our trails unique.
information. Free
Great for those new to the park! Pre-
registration required. Free Volunteer for your Park! Join in
Brandywine Creek Ruins & History Hikes Holiday Wreath-Making Workshop with our team to lend a hand and
Saturdays, November 14, 21, 28, 10 a.m. Saturday, December 5, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. discover the beauty of the park.
Saturday, December 19, 1 p.m. Make a natural wreath adorned with Opportunities include gardening,
Meet at the nature center to explore the ruins nature’s bounty, then take it home to program assistance, trail work and
of our park. Topics include the stone walls, display or give to a loved one! We will have hayrides, call 302-655-5740 or visit
Wilson’s Farm and Rockland Mills. everything you need to make your wreath destateparks.com/volunteer.
Free beautiful while enjoying holiday tunes.
Pre-registration required.
Sparrow Hawk Trail $25 per person
Join the Friends of
Wednesday, November 11, 1 p.m. Brandywine Creek
We are going on an adventure! The Holiday Fire Treats
State Park
Sparrow Hawk Trail winds throughout the Saturday, December 12, 1 p.m.
Check out their
park and was created by scouts several Join us and learn how to make fun holiday
Facebook page at facebook.
decades ago. This 2-to-2.5-hour hike is for sweets—over a campfire! We will gather
com/BCSPFriends for upcoming
those wanting to take a full tour of the park around the campfire and make some
volunteer and Friends events! The
and learn how the park has changed over yummy treats to eat! You will also learn
Friends support special projects and
the years. Bring hiking boots, water bottles good recipes for making holiday sweets
ongoing initiatives and host special
and a mask! Pre-registration required. outside with fire. Pre-registration required.
events throughout the year.
Free $5 per person
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Brandywine Zoo State Park
Interpretive Programs Manager:
Jacque Williamson
302-571-7850
Program Reservations:
302-571-7850, ext. 209
education@BrandywineZoo.org
In the heart of historic Brandywine Park, the Association of Zoos and Aquariums
BrandywineZoo.org
accredited Brandywine Zoo fosters connections in support of wildlife conservation
through up-close, interactive visitor experiences with exotic and endangered animals.
1001 North Park Drive
Wilmington DE 19802
302-571-7747 SPECIAL EVENTS 14-day health screening.
Visit BrandywineZoo.org/Events Election Day Camp:
Passport Program Day in the Life of a Zoo Keeper
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Boo at the Zoo Tuesday, November 3
Friday, October 23 - Sunday, October 25, Learn how our keepers take care of our
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. animals’ special needs. Create animal
Celebrate Halloween Brandywine Zoo-style. enrichment, play games and tour the zoo!
See our spooky decorations, enjoy socially- Deadline for registration is October 20.
distanced activities and meet some of our $50/camper DZS Members: $40/camper
favorite animals. Kids (and grown-ups) are
encouraged to come in costume! Pre-register Thanksgiving Break Camp:
to receive a pre-packaged, socially-distance Beastly Feast
friendly treat bag. This event is free with Monday, November 23 – Wednesday,
admission, but early registration is strongly November 25
recommended, as tickets are extremely limited. Join us for Thanksgiving break to learn
about carnivores, herbivores, omnivores
Noon Year’s Eve and more! Each day will focus on a
Thursday, December 31, 11 a.m. - 12:15 different type of eater, with crafts, games
p.m. and zoo tours. Deadline for registration is
Program fees will begin charging at November 9.
GUEST EXPERIENCE PROGRAMS Admission Gates at 10 a.m. $140/camper DZS Members:
Free with zoo admission, weather Celebrate the New Year zoo-style by ringing $120/camper
dependent. Check BrandywineZoo.org for in the New Year at NOON! We’ll have fun
upcoming scheduled programs. activities and a celebratory atmosphere as the Winter Break Camp: Holiday Habitats
clock strikes 12 (noon that is!)! Program takes Monday, December 28 – Thursday,
Keeper Talks place in the zoo, so dress for the weather! December 31
Join our keepers for talks about the Pre-registration encouraged, as tickets are Learn how animals survive and change
animals here in the zoo. Topics and animals limited. Register at BrandywineZoo.org. habits in winter. Each day will focus on a
change daily. $5 per person advanced registration/DZS Free different type of habitat, with crafts, games
and tours through the zoo! Deadline for
Creature Features SCHOOL BREAK CAMPS registration is December 14.
Stop by for a close encounter with one of our Ages 6-13 $180/camper DZS Members:
zoo education animals. Learn more about a Times: 9 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Drop-off $160/camper
scaled, furry or prickly friend who lives at the 8:45 - 9 a.m., Pick-up 3 – 3:15 p.m.
zoo. Featured animals change daily. Pre-registration required with mandatory
For COVID-19 guidelines and face covering requirements, see p. 3 or visit destateparks.com/covid19 . Events and hours subject to change.
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SCOUT PROGRAMS
VIRTUAL / INDEPENDENT PROGRAMS Visit BrandywineZoo.org/scouts
Camp-in-a-Box Looking for a fun way to have a
Private Scout Workshops
Camp-in-a-Box is a mail-order mini virtual birthday party? We now offer
Book an hour-long workshop for your
version of our week-long summer an online birthday party package
private Girl or Cub Scouts group. Join us
camp that your kids can do at home. It that includes a special video of some
for a fun activity, meet some animals up
includes five days of themed activities, of our lovable animals celebrating
close and get a jump start on badge and
crafts, videos and a surprise gift for in your honor. You’ll also receive
adventure requirements!
each day! For more details visit: a birthday message, small plush
Fee: $8 per participant (ages 4+),
BrandywineZoo.org/Camps animal and two guest passes to be
$5 per parent/chaperone. Price includes
$40 per box (pick-up at zoo), used at a later date. To book a party
admission to the zoo. Brandywine Zoo
$50 (mailed) package, visit BrandywineZoo.org/
patches are available in the Gift Shop.
VirtualBirthdays
Online Resource Center 15 person max/4 participant min (our
Check out our Zoo To You Resource registration maximum will allow for social
Virtual Animal Careers
Center for fun videos about our distancing by household). Pre-registration
Lecture Series
animals, story time videos, virtual required.
Sundays, November 1, December 6,
Zoo Kids programs, citizen science
and January 3
opportunities and downloadable and Scout Days
11 a.m. - noon
interactive activities. October 10 and 11, November 7 and 8
Instead of our usual, in-person Animal
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Virtual Birthday Parties and Careers Conference, this year we’re
Lead your own scout adventure on a
Animal Experiences hosting a mini-lecture series focusing
self-guided tour through the zoo! Special
Just because you can’t make it to on careers working with animals.
activities just for scouts give a head start
the zoo doesn’t mean the zoo can’t Speakers will discuss their career
on earning badges and adventures. Price
come to you! Bring the zoo to your paths, and what they do for their jobs.
includes a Girl or Cub Scout level-specific
virtual meetings through our Beastly There will be Q and A time with each
activity guide and Brandywine Zoo fun
Guests program. Zoom with a red presenter. We’ll feature speakers who
patch. Admission not included. Pre-
panda, WebEx with a porcupine or work in zoos, as wildlife biologists,
registration encouraged.
GoToMeeting with a rainbow boa! To veterinarians and more. Check our
$4 per participant
book the wildest meeting in town, visit website for our upcoming guest
BrandywineZoo.org/ZooToYou speaker list.
$8 per lecture, $20 for all 3 (for
live participation or to purchase a
recording of the lecture later)
Virtual Brownies -
Pets Badge Program
Check out our online Brownies
Pets Badge program! Videos with
Education staff will teach girl
scouts how to care for animals, The Brandywine Zoo and the
and self-guided activities will help Delaware Zoological Society, Inc.
your Brownie work toward earning seek to professionally exhibit specific
her Pets badge. Available now at species of animals and provide
brandywinezoo.org/zootoyou. a comprehensive program of
Recommended donation of $5 per conservation, education and recreation
participant to the citizens of the State of Delaware
and the Brandywine Valley
Fall 2020 | destateparks.com/programs | Delaware State Parks 13Cape Henlopen State Park
Interpretive Programs Manager: The dynamic coastal environment that has shaped the natural and cultural
Richard Julian history of Cape Henlopen State Park continues to enchant visitors today.
302-645-6852
richard.julian@delaware.gov
Program Reservations:
302-645-6852
DNREC_Parks_CapePrograms@
delaware.gov
Seaside Nature Center
15099 Cape Henlopen Drive
Lewes, DE 19958
302-645-6852
Wednesday – Sunday
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
A park entrance fee is collected daily
March 1 – November 30.
Space is limited on all public pro-
grams and pre-registration required.
All programs meet at the Seaside Na-
ture Center unless otherwise stated. Great Marsh Exploration Reading the Beach
Pets are not permitted on any Saturday, October 10, 9 a.m. Saturday, November 7, 9 a.m.
programs. Explore the salt marsh and experience this Ever wondered how the sandy beaches
incredible habitat in its fall beauty. Wear of Cape Henlopen came to be? Join us as
destateparks.com/cape boots or shoes to get wet or muddy. For we hike the beach and explore how water,
ages 7 and up with a paying adult. wind and weather shape our ever-changing
Passport Program Pre-registration required by calling coast! Wear comfortable footwear and dress
destateparks.com/passport
302-645-6852. Limit 10. for the weather. For ages 10 and up with a
$2 per person paying adult. Pre-registration required by
calling 302-645-6852. Limit 15.
What’s the Point Hike Leaf Peeper Hike $2 per person
Saturday, October 3, 9 a.m. Saturday, October 24, 9 a.m.
Join us on this guided 2-mile hike to Peek at the different colors of trees in the Weathering Cape Henlopen
explore the beauty of Cape Henlopen’s park and discover how and why their leaves Saturday, November 14, 9 a.m.
Point and its ecological importance. Wear change color. Wear comfortable walking Observe the ways wildlife and plants
comfortable walking shoes and dress for shoes and dress for the weather. For ages 7 survive the dynamic and intense fall
the weather. For ages 7 and up with a and up with a paying adult. weather at Cape Henlopen. Wear
paying adult. Pre-registration required Pre-registration required by calling comfortable footwear and dress for the
by calling 302-645-6852. Limit 15. 302-645-6852. Limit 10. weather. For ages 7 and up with a paying
$2 per person $2 per person adult. Pre-registration required by
calling 302-645-6852. Limit 12.
$2 per person
For COVID-19 guidelines and face covering requirements, see p. 3 or visit destateparks.com/covid19 . Events and hours subject to change.
14 Delaware State Parks | destateparks.com/programs | Fall 2020Cape Henlopen
Brandywine CreekState
StatePark
Park
Cranberry Bog Trail Hike Nature Jogging
Friday, November 28, 9 a.m. Thursdays, September 24 – October 29 VIRTUAL/INDEPENDENT PROGRAMS
Explore the pinelands trail and search 4:30 p.m. My Cape Fantasy Trail 2020
for cranberries, wildlife and other natural Get some fresh air, exercise and a new Due to the Covid-19 pandemic
wonders that the early colonists might perspective on nature. Join a park we are offering the following
have seen themselves. Wear comfortable interpreter as we take a 1.5-mile jog, combination of activities, and
walking shoes and dress for the weather. followed by a guided 1.5-mile cool down we encourage you to participate
For ages 5 and up with a paying adult. return walk exploring nature. For ages 10 in our My Cape Fantasy Trail this
Pre-registration required by calling and up with a paying adult. For ages 10 season. Please visit our Facebook
302-645-6852. Limit 10. and up with an adult. Pre-registration page to keep the Fantasy Trail
$2 per person required. Limit 10. spirit alive this season! Use
Free #MyCapeFantastyTrail to on
Back to the Point Hike Facebook or Instagram.
Saturday, December 5, 9 a.m. Bird Walks at Cape Henlopen
Missed our earlier Point hike or just curious Tuesdays, September 22 - October 27 My Cape Fantasy Trail Past:
to see how this dynamic habitat changes 8 a.m. Share your photos and favorite
after fall storms? Then join us for this guided Explore Cape Henlopen’s birding hot Fantasy Trail characters from
2-mile hike of Cape Henlopen’s Point. Wear spots with a staff naturalist during the fall previous Fantasy Trails.
comfortable walking shoes and dress for the migration. Bring your own binoculars (or
weather. For ages 7 and up with a paying borrow a pair of ours), wear comfortable My Cape Fantasy Trail Present:
adult. Pre-registration required by calling walking shoes and dress for the weather. Explore Cape Henlopen State Park
302-645-6852. Limit 15. For ages 10 and older with an adult. in search of some of our Fantasy
$2 per person Beginner birders are welcome. Trail backdrops. Take a picture
Pre-registration required. Limit 10. of yourself, your child, or even
Holly-day Hike Free your pet in a favorite Halloween
Saturday, December 19, 9 a.m. costume and post them on our
Explore the park for holly, mistletoe and Facebook or Instagram using
pines and discover what the local wildlife #MyCapeFantasyTrail. Check our
does around the holiday season. Dress facebook page for clues to the
to go outside. For ages 5 and up with a locations of these great photo ops.
paying adult. Pre-registration required
by calling 302-645-6852. Limit 10. My Fantasy Trail Future: We are
$2 per person already planning for Fantasy Trail
2021 and would love your help.
Send us suggestions of what new
characters you would like to see
added to the trail. We will select one
to update the trail for 2021!
Explore the Nature of Cape
Experience the nature of Cape
Henlopen State Park at your own
pace. Pick up a copy of this self-
guided activity at the nature center
and take to our trails! Discover the
plants, animals and natural mysteries
that make Cape Henlopen special.
Fall 2020 | destateparks.com/programs | Delaware State Parks 15Cape Henlopen State Park
Hike by the Moon
Friday, October 2 at 7 p.m.
Friday, October 30 at 6:30 p.m.
Hike the park as the sun sets and the moon
rises to explore what animals come out.
Learn how and why they adapt to life at
night and the full moon. Wear comfortable
walking shoes and dress for the weather.
For ages 7 and up with paying adult.
Pre-registration required by calling
302-645-6852. Limit 10.
$2 per person
Meteors and Constellations:
Star Gazing
Tuesday, October 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, November 17 at 6 p.m.
Monday, December 14 at 6 p.m.
Take a “tour” of the night skies in search of
constellations, meteor showers and other
astronomical wonders while listening to
some star legends. For ages 7 and up
with a paying adult. Dress warmly.
Pre-registration required by calling
302-645-6852. Limit 12.
$2 per person
Friends of Cape Henlopen
For more information about the
Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park
and status of events or volunteer
projects, and the Borrow-A-Bike
program, please call 302-858-6127
or visit friendsofcapehenlopen.org.
For COVID-19 guidelines and face covering requirements, see p. 3 or visit destateparks.com/covid19 . Events and hours subject to change.
16 Delaware State Parks | destateparks.com/programs | Fall 2020DELAWARE STATE PARKS
PASSPORT PROGRAM
Explore the rustic, wooded trails, scenic beaches, historic
landmarks, and serene inland ponds waiting for you at Delaware
State Parks. The 2020 passport program will take you to unique
locations that make up our park system. Stop by each passport
location and snap a selfie. Once you have experienced all 19
locations and uploaded your photos, we will send you some
Delaware State Parks gear and a 2021 annual park pass.
Fill your Delaware State Parks
passport with new experiences today!
destateparks.com/passportFort Miles Museum and Historic Area
Interpretive Programs Manager: The dynamic coastal environment that has shaped the natural and cultural
Tyler Dreiblatt history of Cape Henlopen State Park continues to enchant visitors today.
302-644-5005
tyler.dreiblatt@delaware.gov
Program Reservations:
302-644-5007
Fort Miles Museum and
Historic Area
Cape Henlopen State Park
15099 Cape Henlopen Drive
Lewes, DE 19958
Park Office:
302-644-5005
destateparks.com/fortmiles
Fort Miles, located in what is now Cape
Henlopen State Park, was a key part
of the nation’s coastal defense during
and after World War II. In September
2004, Fort Miles was added to the Artillery Park Walk Discover Battery 519
National Register of Historic Places. Wednesday, October 7, 14, 21, 28 Wednesday through Saturday,
1 p.m. October 1 – 31
Fort Miles Museum and Join our historic interpreters for a walk 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Historic Area Hours: of the Fort Miles Artillery Park. Learn Fridays and Saturdays,
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. more about the different artillery pieces November 1 – December 19
October 1 - 31, that helped protect the entrance of 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Wednesday – Saturday the Delaware Bay. Tours meet at the Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941
November 1 - December 19, Orientation Building. For ages 7 and under the threat of war. Tour the battery
Friday and Saturday older with an adult. Limit 15. Please call to discover what the threats were and how
302-644-5007 to pre-register. Fort Miles planned to defend the United
All Fort Miles programs will meet at
Free States from them. For ages 7 and up with
Battery 519 in the Fort Miles Historic
a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is
Area unless otherwise stated. Please
Naval Shores Bike Tour required by calling 302-644-5007.
call (302) 644-5007 to pre-register
Friday, October 2 $5 per person
for a program or for more information.
9:30 a.m.
Directions: Follow the “Fort Miles” Join William Manthorpe, retired Navy
signs to the Historic Area parking lot. Captain and former Deputy Director of
Walk the paved road through the Naval Intelligence, as he uncovers the
Cantonment Area and Artillery Park. Navy’s century of service at the cape.
The museum entrance will be at the Please bring your own bike. Tour meets
top of the Artillery Park. at the Fishing Pier pavilion. For ages 10
and older with an adult. Limit 15. Please
Passport Program
destateparks.com/passport
call 302-644-5007 to pre-register.
Free
For COVID-19 guidelines and face covering requirements, see p. 3 or visit destateparks.com/covid19 . Events and hours subject to change.
18 Delaware State Parks | destateparks.com/programs | Fall 2020Fort Miles Museum and Historic Area
Fort Miles Lantern Tour
Saturdays VIRTUAL/INDEPENDENT PROGRAMS
October 24 at 6:30 p.m. Fort Miles History Hunt
November 14 at 5:30 p.m. On this self-guided tour, you’ll
December 12 at 5:30 p.m. untangle a series of clues to reveal
In 1943, World War II was in full swing, the history of defense at Cape
but it was much different than anticipated. Henlopen. Visit our Facebook page
Tour Battery 519 by lantern light and hear for the list of clues. Recommended
about U-boats on the prowl, sailors in for ages 10 and up.
distress and what World War II turned out Free
to be for soldiers stationed at Fort Miles.
Tours meet at the Orientation Building.
For ages 10 and older with a paying adult.
Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by
calling 302-644-5007.
$5 per person
Truckin’ Through History
By appointment only
Take a ride on an historic WWII troop
carrying truck as we tour the park looking
at some of the lesser known remains of
Fort Miles. Tours meet at the Biden Center.
For ages 7 and up with a paying adult.
Limit 8 per ride. Please call 302-644-5007
to schedule a ride.
$80 per group
Fort Miles
Historical
Association
(FMHA)
Monthly
board
meetings
are open to
members
and are held at 8:30 a.m. on the
fourth Saturday of each month in
Battery 519. For more information
about membership, future events
and volunteering, visit the FMHA
website at www.fortmilesha.org.
Fall 2020 | destateparks.com/programs | Delaware State Parks 19Delaware Seashore State Park
Interpretive Programs Manager: In addition to many saltwater recreational opportunities, DSSP’s six miles of wild
Laura Scharle ocean and bay shoreline and the dynamic Indian River Inlet provide a backdrop for
302-227-6991 interpreting natural history and maritime heritage.
laura.scharle@delaware.gov
Program Reservations:
302-227-6991
Indian River Life-Saving
Station Museum
25039 Coastal Highway
Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
GPS Coordinates: N38° 38.038
W75° 04.018
302-227-6991
Museum and Gift Shop Hours:
October:
Thursday – Monday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Starting November 4:
Wednesday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
One of Delaware’s most popular des-
tinations, Delaware Seashore State
Park welcomes visitors to experience
six miles of ocean and bay shoreline. Moonlit Shipwreck Hike The Dark Past of the
Pre-registration is required for many Saturday, October 24, 7 p.m. Indian River Inlet
programs. Call 302- 227-6991. The desolate beach between the Indian Saturday, October 31, 2 p.m.
River Inlet and the Life-Saving Station is Join a park interpreter for a guided walk
CAMPING known by the locals as “coin beach” as over the inlet bridge. Along the way, learn
Reserve a campsite in our modern coins from a 1785 shipwreck still wash about some of the “unlucky” events that
family campground located just a up today. Join park staff for a lantern- have occurred in and around the inlet,
short walk from the beach by calling lit walk on this beach and learn about dating back to the late 18th century! Pre-
1-877-98-PARKS (1-877-987-2757). historic shipwrecks and heroic rescues that registration required.
occurred right off the coast many years ago. $6 per person
destateparks.com/IRLSS Pre-registration required.
destateparks.com/DESeashore $10 per person Hidden History of Delaware Seashore
Saturdays, October 24, November 7
Passport Program
destateparks.com/passport Full Moon Hike: 2 p.m.
Burton Island Nature Preserve Discover the hidden history of Delaware
Friday, October 30, 7 p.m. Seashore State Park. Meet at the Indian
See Burton Island in a whole new light – River Life-Saving Station; participants must
moonlight! A park naturalist will lead the drive themselves since social distancing
way around the island’s 1-mile hiking loop. is not possible in the park bus. Pre-
Pre-registration required. registration required.
$6 per person $6 per person
For COVID-19 guidelines and face covering requirements, see p. 3 or visit destateparks.com/covid19 . Events and hours subject to change.
20 Delaware State Parks | destateparks.com/programs | Fall 2020Delaware
BrandywineSeashore State
Creek State Park
Park
Wednesday Afternoon Hike Series Winter Solstice Hike
4 p.m. Monday, December 21
$5 per person 4 p.m.
Enjoy a guided hike around Burton Island
Get out of the house mid-week and enjoy Nature Preserve with a park naturalist. At
a guided hike with a park interpreter. Pre- the conclusion of the hike, enjoy watching
registration required. the sunset over the Indian River Bay. Pre-
October 7 Indian River Inlet Bridge registration required.
October 14 Thompson Island $5 per person
Firing of the Lyle Gun: Nature Preserve
A Life-Saving Cannon October 21 Holts Landing State Park MID-WEEK FAMILY PROGRAMS
Wednesdays, September 30, October 28 Fresh Pond Tract Wednesdays at 1 p.m.
October 28, 2 p.m. November 4 Burton Island With many people still working at home,
Talk a self-guided tour through the historic Nature Preserve and many children continuing their virtual
Indian River Life-Saving Station Museum November 11 Indian River Inlet Bridge learning, park staff will offer mid-week
and watch park staff fire the Lyle gun, November 18 Thompson Island family programs to allow visitors to get
a life-saving cannon used to assist in Nature Preserve out of the house and enjoy learning in a
rescuing shipwreck victims over 100 years November 25 Holts Landing State Park safe, small-group, outdoor environment. In
ago. Plan your tour to be before or after December 2 Indian River Inlet Bridge order to keep group sizes small, all adults
the 2 p.m. firing time. Pre-registration December 9 Thompson Island must pay the program fee and be part of
required. Free with paid museum Nature Preserve our headcount.
admission.
September 30 Firing the Lyle Gun:
Night Hike: The Indian River A Life-Saving Cannon
Moonlit Shipwreck Hike Inlet Bridge Free All ages
Friday, October 2 at 7 p.m. Friday, October 16
November 13 at 5:30 p.m. 7 p.m. October 7 Squid Dissection
The desolate beach between the Indian Enjoy walking over the Indian River Inlet $6 Ages 5+
River Inlet and the Life-Saving Station is Bridge in all its night-time glory! Learn how October 21 Maritime Craft:
known by the locals as “coin beach” as the dynamic forces of nature and the efforts Signal Flags
coins from a 1785 shipwreck still wash of man have literally shaped the inlet into $6 Ages 6+
up today. Join park staff for a lantern- what is it today. Pre-registration required.
lit walk on this beach and learn about $6 per person October 28 Firing the Lyle Gun:
historic shipwrecks and heroic rescues that A Life-Saving Cannon
occurred right off the coast many years Pet Walk at Fresh Pond Free All ages
ago. Pre-registration required. Saturday, October 17
$10 per person 10 a.m.
While pets are welcomed on most of our
Introduction to Surf Fishing guided hikes, these hikes are geared
Saturday, October 3, 9:30 a.m. specifically for pet owners. Allow your furry The Delaware Seashore
Age: 10+ friends to socialize while you get out and Preservation Foundation is a non-
Have you always wanted to try surf fishing enjoy the salty winter air at the beach. Pre- profit Friends organization created
but weren’t sure how to get started? If registration required. to preserve,
so, this program is for you! We will cover $4 per person protect and
everything from fish identification to
enhance the
proper casting techniques. Rods, reels and
Indian River
bait are all provided. Participants under 16
Life-Saving
must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Station and the parks within the
Pre-registration required.
Delaware Seashore State Park Region.
$25 per person
Fall 2020 | destateparks.com/programs | Delaware State Parks 21DSSP Holts Landing State Park
Situated on the south shore of the Indian River Bay, Holts Landing State Park’s
diverse habitats and water access offer a tranquil retreat.
INDEPENDENT PROGRAMS
Indian River Life-Saving
Station Museum
Enjoy a self-guided, cell phone
audio tour of the historic Indian
River Life-Saving Station Museum.
Located just north of the Indian
River Inlet bridge, the station also
includes one of the area’s most
unique gift shops.
$4 per adult ($3 62 or older)
$2 per child (age 6 – 12)
Free for children 5 and under
Self-Guided Hike
Use a map or navigation app (such
as Google Maps) on your smart
phone to follow a self-guided,
self-paced hike in the park. Each
map has several educational GPS
“pin-drops” along the trail to help
Program Reservations:
you identify plant species, search
302-227-6991
for wildlife, and learn about the
history of the area. Click here to use
27046 Holts Landing Road
the Burton Island map!
Dagsboro, DE 19939
Take-Home Craft The Friends of Holts Landing State
destateparks.com/holtslanding Park is dedicated to the preservation
Program Packets
We have created take-home craft and constant improvement of a
packets for you to do on your own, natural resource treasure. Follow
available for purchase at the Indian Afternoon Hike Series at them on Facebook @friendsofholts
River Life-Saving Station. Holts Landing
Paint Night: Nautical Flag Art Wednesdays, October 21 and
$15 (supply your own brushes) November 25
Ages 12+ 4 p.m.
Build Your Own Hermit Crab Get out of the house mid-week and enjoy
$3 (supply your own glue) a guided hike with a park interpreter. Pre-
Ages 5+ registration required.
Build Your Own Shark $5 per person
$3 (supply you own glue)
For COVID-19 guidelines and face covering requirements, see p. 3
Ages 2+
or visit destateparks.com/covid19 . Events and hours subject to change.
22 Delaware State Parks | destateparks.com/programs | Fall 2020USE THE PARK RESPONSIBLY
First State Heritage Park
Interpretive Program Manager:
Ryan Schwartz
302-739-9194
ryan.schwartz@delaware.gov
Interpretive Center:
The John Bell House
43 The Green
Dover, DE 19901
John Bell House Hours:
Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Fridays, October 2 – 17:
11:30 a.m., 1:30 and 3:30 p.m.
(by reservation only)
Thursdays and Fridays,
beginning October 22:
9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Walk-up programs are available
each week, but advanced booking
is encouraged. Call 302-739-9194
or email TourFSHP@delware.gov to
schedule your experience today!
destateparks.com/heritagepark First State Heritage Park reveals the cultural treasures of Delaware’s capital city
from pre-history to the modern day.
First State Heritage Park is Delaware’s
first urban park without boundar-
Stories of the Green Walking Tour October: Sickness and Health and
ies, nestled in the heart of historic
downtown Dover. Centering on the Fridays, October 2 – 17 the occasional Poisoning
capital’s historic Green and Legisla- 11:30 a.m., 1:30 and 3:30 p.m., Explore the stories of doctors, maladies,
tive Hall, FSHP shares the stories of by reservation only and medical curiosities along the streets of
remarkable Delawareans and innova- Thursdays and Fridays, Beginning historic Dover.
tive governance in the First State. October 22
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. November: Dover’s Heroes
of the Revolution
All First State Heritage Park sites are Experience the sites and people that
closed on Thanksgiving Day (Thurs- defined the historic heart of Dover from its Dover was a hotbed of activity while the
day, November 26) and Christmas colonial period to today. struggle for American Independence hung
Day (Friday, December 25). in the balance.
Themed Walking Tours
Passport Program
destateparks.com/passport
Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. December: Tales of Slavery
Selections change each month, so make and Freedom
sure to visit often and experience them all! As a border state, Delaware’s connection to
All tours are FREE and last approximately slavery is complicated…and controversial.
45 minutes, departing from the FSHP
Interpretive Center at the John Bell
House—43 The Green. Final tours begin
at 3 p.m.
For COVID-19 guidelines and face covering requirements, see p. 3 or visit destateparks.com/covid19 . Events and hours subject to change.
24 Delaware State Parks | destateparks.com/programs | Fall 2020First State Heritage Park
“Come, come with me to the
Old Churchyard”
Saturday, October 31, 1 p.m.
Meet an interpreter at the gate of the Christ
Church Burial Ground to learn more about
cemeteries, mourning, their influence on
pop culture, and their impact on our lives
today. Space is limited, so reservations are
required at 302-739-9194 or emailing
TourFSHP@delaware.gov.
Lantern Tours of the Dover Green
Fridays, October 23, 30 and
Thursday, October 29
Meet at the John Bell House—43 The Green
8 p.m.
Even towns like Dover have their share of
tragic and infamous stories to tell. Some
stories are best told after dark! Hear
forgotten stories as your guide leads
you into the mists of the past by lantern
light. Space is limited; call 302-739-9194
First Saturday: Spirit of Fall or email TourFSHP@delaware.gov for
Saturday, October 3 reservations. Lantern tours cancelled due to
FREE programs and events are offered on the first Saturday of each month. inclement weather will not be rescheduled.
WALKING TOUR: Sickness and Self-Guided Historic Museum Tours $10 per person
Health…and the Occasional Poisoning 10 and 11 a.m., 1 and 2 p.m.
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Self-guided tours of Delaware’s historic
VIRTUAL/INDEPENDENT PROGRAMS
Explore the stories of doctors, maladies, capitol as well as the Johnson Victrola
and medical curiosities along the Museum are available at by advance Follow our Facebook page for
streets of historic Dover. registration. Call 302-744-5054 to remarkable personalities, virtual
The John Bell House—43 The Green book today! tour content, historic cookery at
The Old State House & Johnson Victrola home, and more!
Costume or Clothing?
Museum Learn more at the Delaware State
9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
It will soon be time to pull out costumes Parks blog! Read our featured story
for a night of Halloween festivities; for The Biggs Museum of American Art HERE and discover how the suffrage
the FSHP team, every day is a day for 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. movement in Delaware changed
unusual garb. Explore what Revolutionary This remarkable collection of the concept of equality in America.
Delawareans wore and try to figure out: American artworks is available for
Join us for the strange-but-true tale
when does “clothing” become “costume?” your exploration! Walk-up guests are
of the Golden Fleece Tavern and how
The John Bell House—43 The Green welcome, though they may be subject
Delaware became the “First State.”
to a wait time. Advance booking is
Tour of the Governor’s House encouraged by calling 302-674-2111. Be sure to follow and discover more
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. learning and fun from our partner
First built in 1790, Woodburn has been sites, The Old State House, Johnson
the official residence of Delaware’s Victrola Museum, Biggs Museum of
governors since 1965 American Art, and Delaware Public
Woodburn—151 Kings Hwy Archives!
Fall 2020 | destateparks.com/programs | Delaware State Parks 25First State Heritage Park
VETERANS DAY
Wednesday, November 11
WALKING TOUR: Dover’s Heroes of
the Revolution
The Delaware Continentals
NEW! WINTER WORKSHOPS 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Revive the traditions of makers Discover the saga of courage and sacrifice
through the ages with family-friendly, that defined the military service of the
historically-inspired craft workshops Delaware Line in the Revolutionary War.
led by FSHP staff. All materials are John Bell House—43 The Green
provided! Space is limited; call
302-739-9194 or email TourFSHP@
delaware.gov for reservations.
Venue kindly provided by the Biggs
Museum of American Art.
Heart-Shaped Pincushion
Saturday, November 14 and
Saturday, December 12
1 and 2:30 p.m. First Saturday: Founding Figures
Learn the basics of hand sewing Saturday, November 7
and create something both FREE programs and events are offered on the first Saturday of each month. See
beautiful and useful. This common below for guidance on program availability.
accessory is inspired by surviving WALKING TOUR: Dover’s Heroes The Biggs Museum of
examples from the 18th century. of the Revolution American Art
Each session lasts approximately 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
45 minutes. Great for adults and Dover was a hotbed of activity while the This remarkable collection of
families with children 6 and Up! struggle for American Independence American artworks is available for
Beginner: No Sewing Experience hung in the balance. your exploration! Walk-up guests are
Required The John Bell House—43 The Green welcome, though they may be subject
$15 per participant to a wait time. Advance booking is
Tour of the Governor’s House
encouraged by calling 302-674-2111.
Haversack: the Soldier’s Friend 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Saturday, November 21 First built in 1790, Woodburn has been
Colonial Cast of Characters
1 p.m. the official residence of Delaware’s
Market Fair may have been
Revolutionary War soldiers carried governors since 1965
postponed to 2021, but someone
their food and possessions in small Woodburn—151 Kings Hwy
didn’t tell this duo!
shoulder-bags called haversacks. Self-Guided Historic Museum Tours Doc Balthazar’s Marvelous
With direction and a history lesson 10 and 11 a.m., 1 and 2 p.m. Miracle Medicine Show:
from an FSHP interpreter, create a Self-guided tours of Delaware’s historic 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
rustic and functional craft to connect capitol as well as the Johnson Victrola Mr. Peter Gardiner, Gentleman
you with the past! Session will last Museum are available at by advance Conjuror: noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m.
approximately 3 hours. registration. Call 302-744-5054 to The John Bell House - 43 the Green:
Intermediate: Basic Sewing book today! Check online for more Colonial Cast
Experience Recommended The Old State House & Johnson Victrola of Characters appearances in the
$25 per participant Museum coming months!
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