ASHLAND ABBOTT ’ S COVERDALE DEEC
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ADULTS
Sat , 9 / 9 | 4 pm – 9 pm | Age 18 +
Dragon Run Canoeing Led by Brian Winslow Paddle in the wildlife-rich Dragon Run Marsh . As you ply the swampy waters , quietly watch for Beaver , Muskrat , and River Otter while Tree Swallows and Wood Ducks zip by . This is a Delaware classic you need to experience ! Meets at Ashland Mem $ 30 | Non-mem $ 45 | F17001AS
Tue , 9 / 12 | 6:30 pm – 8 pm | Age 21 +
Basic Bike Maintenance 1 with Lifecycle Led by Lifecycle staff Learn bike maintenance basics from the pros . Campfire with s ’ mores and beer . Meets at Abbott ’ s Mill Mem $ 20 | Non-mem $ 20 | F17350AM
Thu , 9 / 14 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Age 18 +
Folk Remedies and Tinctures Led by Hazel Shinholt & Nora Childers Before pharmaceuticals , what did our ancestors do when they got sick ? Tinctures – a method that used native plants to help those who were sick . Learn what a tincture is , which native plants can be used , and make your own tincture to take home . Meets at Abbott ’ s Mill Mem $ 5 | Non-mem $ 10 | F17307AM
Wed , 9 / 13 | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Age 21 +
Mead : From Bee to Beverage Led by Jim White Mead is an alcoholic beverage created from honey . Learn how it ’ s made and finish with a tasting of a refreshing selection of mead , which is believed to be the oldest alcoholic beverage . Meets at Liquid Alchemy Beverages , 28 Brookside Drive , Wilmington Mem $ 20 | Non-mem $ 30 | F17209DC
Fri , 9 / 15 | 8:30 am – 3 pm | Age 18 +
Serpentine Barrens Hike Led by Joe Sebastiani & Janet Ebert Hike the unusual Serpentine Barrens looking for migrant birds , rare wildflowers and grasses , and odd trees of this dry , rocky ecosystem . After lunch , enjoy a tour of the nearby Herr ’ s Potato Chip Factory ! Bring a bag lunch . Meets at Ashland Mem $ 20 | Non-mem $ 30 | F17016AS
Sat , 9 / 16 | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Age 18 +
Peterson Refuge Plant Walk Led by Janet Ebert The Peterson Urban Refuge on the Wilmington Riverfront is a rare habitat , a freshwater tidal marsh , and many unique plants can be found there . Join a local botanist to stroll the boardwalk to see what we will find among the reeds . Meets at DEEC Mem $ 10 | Non-mem $ 15 | F17200DC
Thu , 9 / 21 | 6:30 pm – 9 pm | Age 21 +
Cookbook Club : Six Seasons by Joshua McFadden Led by Michele Wales Chef Joshua McFadden channels both farmer and chef , highlighting the evolving attributes of vegetables throughout their growing seasons from the freshness of spring to the earthy , mellow sweetness of winter . His recipes celebrate flavor at its peak . Meets at Coverdale Mem $ 60 | Non-mem $ 70 | F17109CF
Sat , 9 / 23 | 9 am – 1:30 pm | Age 21 +
Brandywine Trail : Sampling of Local Flavor Led by Courtney McKinley Hike in Delaware ’ s First National Monument through scenic lands that have inspired artists , naturalists , and outdoor enthusiasts on the way to Penns Woods Winery . Here , enjoy a wine tasting , picnic , bread and cheese plate . 2-mile hike / van transport from Ashland . Meets at Ashland Mem $ 30 | Non-mem $ 45 | F17011AS
Tue , 9 / 26 | 6:30 pm – 8 pm | Age 21 +
Basic Bike Maintenance 2 with Lifecycle Led by Lifecycle staff Learn bike maintenance basics from the pros . Campfire with s ’ mores and beer . Meets at Abbott ’ s Mill Mem $ 20 | Non-mem $ 20 | F17351AM
Fri , 9 / 29 | 5:30 pm – 7 pm | Age 18 +
Yappy Hour Led by Courtney McKinley Hike with your furry friend on Ashland ’ s trails . Enjoy the early fall scenery and meet other dog lovers ! Learn to identify trees from their “ bark ”, a Dogwood from a Maple . End with treats for all in the Pavilion . Friendly , leashed dogs are welcome . Meets at Ashland Mem $ 10 | Non-mem $ 15 | F17009AS
Sat , 9 / 30 | 7:30 am – 5 pm | Age 18 +
PSEG Wetlands Restoration Tour Led by Jeff Pantazes & Hank Davis Tour sites along the Delaware Bayshore of NJ with our board president Jeff Pantazes , who oversaw wetland restoration projects with PSEG . Learn about the restoration process and enjoy the birds now calling these preserves home . Meets at Ashland Mem $ 25 | Non-mem $ 37 | F17015AS
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