Delaware Nature Society Program Guide and Newsletter September - December 2017 | Page 13

ASHLAND
ABBOTT’S
COVERDALE
DEEC
Colors indicate site or closest main site. Addresses for many sites on page 7.
FAMILY FUN (CONTINUED)
Enjoy hands-on nature experiences together. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Sun, 9/10 | 1 pm – 3 pm | All Ages Sat, 9/16 | 3 pm – 5 pm | Age 10+ Sat, 9/23 | 10 am – 12 pm | All Ages
Free Family Nature Walks:
Marvelous Monarchs
Led by Dawn Coughlan
Bring the family to explore the trails
and wildlife with a focus on monarch
butterflies of the Bucktoe Creek Preserve.
This program, part of the Bucktoe Walks
for Family Series, is sponsored by a
private donor. Registration required.
Meets at Bucktoe
FREE for everyone | V17660BK Archery for Families
Led by Rob Ya cucci
Test your skills with bow and arrow as
we take on challenging targets at Ashland.
Learn how Native Americans depended
upon archery for survival. Who in your
family is best at hitting the bullseye!
All equipment provided.
Meets at Ashland
Mem $10 | Non-mem $15 | F17063AS Brunch With Ainsworth Abbott
Led by Steve Childers
Over a light brunch of fruit and waffles,
storyteller Steve Childers shares his
insight about the fascinating life of
Ainsworth Abbott. Mr. Abbott bought what
we now call “Abbott’s Mill” in 1919 and
operated it by himself for over 40 years.
Take a guided tour of his historic mill and
learn its link is with George Washington
and Thomas Jefferson.
Meets at Abbott’s Mill
Mem $10 | Non-mem $20 | F17360AM
Sun, 9/10 | 3 pm – 5 pm | Age 6+
Chores and Dinner
Led by Ashley Harrell
Roll up your sleeves and lend a hand with
afternoon farm chores. Help care for the
animals of Coverdale. Then cook and enjoy
a hearty dinner straight from the farm.
Meets at Coverdale
Mem $12 | Non-mem $16 | F17160CF
Sat, 9/9 | 11 am – 12 pm | All Ages
Family Yoga at Abbott’s Series
Led by Free Spirited Foundation staff
Join Lewes’ Free Spirited Foundation for
outdoor yoga sessions for the whole family.
Pack a picnic lunch to enjoy afterwards.
Meets at Abbott’s Mill
Mem $5 | Non-mem $10 | U17361AM
Sat, 9/23 | 12 pm – 4 pm | Age All
Marsh and Monarchs Celebration
Details on back cover.
Meets at DEEC
Sun, 9/17 | 1:30 pm – 3 pm | All Ages
Lenape Fun and Games
Led by Alison Altergott
Try Native American games. Sharpen
your skills – throwing, coordination
and observation! Hike to our Lenape
longhouse. Make a game to take home.
Meets at Ashland
Mem $9 | Non-mem $14 | F17035AS
Sat, 9/16 | 10:30 am – 12:30 am | All Ages
Moth and Butterfly Art
Led by Judy Montgomery
Explore beautiful fall gardens in search
of swallowtails, fritillaries and our favorite
– the monarch butterfly. Compare with
some fabulous and local moth species.
Create a work of art to take home.
Meets at Ashland
Mem $9 | Non-mem $14 | F17068AS
Sat, 9/23 – Sun, 9/24 | 5 pm – 10 am | All Ages
Lenape Fun and Games
Fri, 9/22 | 6 pm – 7:30 pm | All Ages
Autumn Equinox Hike and Campfire
Led by Courtney McKinley
& Sheila Vincent
Welcome autumn with an evening
hike around Ashland. Scan the skies at
Hawk Watch for raptors, monarchs, and
nighthawks while enjoying the colors of
sunset. Cap off the evening with a
twilight campfire and treat.
Meets at Ashland
Mem $6 | Non-mem $10 | F17061AS
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Family Campout at Bucktoe
Led by Rob Yacucci
Try camping at Bucktoe Creek Preserve
in tents or an Adirondack shelter! Take
a night hike, listen for owls, enjoy an
evening bonfire. Hike the morning through
fields and forests. BYO bag dinner.
Breakfast and campfire treats provided.
Household registration includes all
members of a single household. Register
one participant in the household.
Meets at Bucktoe
Mem $40/household
Non-mem $55/household
F17076BK
Sun, 9/24 | 1 pm – 4 pm | All Ages
Grains, Bread, and Butter
Led by Mary Boeni
See what making this classic pairing
from scratch is truly about! Grind grains
and learn an easy process to make fresh
butter right at home!
Meets at Coverdale
Mem $14 | Non-mem $19 | F17164CF
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