Delaware Nature Society Program Guide and Newsletter September - December 2017 | Page 17

ASHLAND ABBOTT’S COVERDALE DEEC Colors indicate site or closest main site. Addresses for many sites on page 7. JUST KIDS (CONTINUED) FAMILY FUN Kids discover nature with our safety- certified instructors. Enjoy hands-on nature experiences together. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Wed, 10/4, 10/11,10/25, 11/8, 11/29, 12/6 7 pm – 9 pm | Age 13-17 Advanced Young Waterfowlers Led by Jim Jordan of Brandywine Red Clay Alliance, John Campanelli of NWF, & Derek Stoner For alumnae of previous Young Waterfowler programs. Training in blind preparation, decoy setup, duck and goose calling, and firearm safety. Learn from champion waterfowl callers. Participate in conservation-focused projects. Experience Canada Goose hunting at private farms. Meets at Ashland Members only $125 | F17053AS Fri, 10/13 | 6 pm – 8 pm | Age 5-12 Parent’s Night Out: Friday the 13 th Myth Busters Led by DEEC Staff Do dragonflies bite? Do bats fly into your hair? Bust these and other nature myths as mom and dad are free to have dinner along Wilmington’s Riverfront while you stay at DEEC having lot s of fun. Dinner provided. Parents receive a coupon for Timothy’s Riverfront Grill. Meets at DEEC Mem $15 | Non-mem $20 | F17250DC Sun, 10/1 | 9 am – 11:30 am | Age 8+ Sun, 10/15 | 10 am – 3 pm | Age 7+ Family Fall Canoe Led by DEEC staff Improve your paddling skills while taking in the beautiful Riverfront View. Discover how to prepare for a paddle. Travel down the river learning techniques as you go. Watch for herons, beavers, bald eagles and more. Meets at DEEC Mem $15 | Non-mem $20 | F17265DC Family Fossiling Led by Heather Siple Search for and gather Cretaceous era fossils – over 72 million years old found along the C & D Canal near Delaware City. Van or carpool from Ashland. Meets at Ashland Mem $12 | Non-mem $18 | F17066AS Sat, 10/14 | 3 pm – 6 pm | All Ages Flint Woods Family Hike Led by Tracy Lea Dorsey Take a walk through an amazing forest with huge trees, a bubbling creek, and lots of wildlife. Complete a scavenger hunt along the way, and at the end, enjoy a home-cooked picnic and campfire. Meets at Ashland Mem $12 | Non-mem $18 | F17075FW Sat, 10/14 | 3 pm – 5 pm | Age 10+ Archery for Families Led by Rob Yacucci 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 | F17065AS Support us with Ranger Rick Magazines by National Wildlife Federation Fun, age-appropriate stories, puzzles, and wildlife facts! Magazines for ages 0-4, 4-7, and 7+ Sun, 10/15 | 9 am – 11:30 am | Age 6+ Chores and Breakfast Led by Ashley Harrell Wake up with the roosters! Feed and care for our livestock, then head to the farm kitchen to make a hearty farm breakfast! Meets at Coverdale Mem $12 | Non-mem $16 | F17161CF Fri, 10/20 | 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm | All Ages Nighttime Hayride and Nocturnal Wildlife Watch Led by Jim White Coverdale Farm Preserve is home to many nocturnal animals, from raccoons to owls to fox. Join us on an after hours adventure to observe the farm’s nightlife. Registration required. Meets at Coverdale Mem FREE | Non-mem $14 | F17162CF Sat, 10/21 | 12 pm – 4 pm | All Ages Family Fall Fun at Abbott’s Led by Abbott’s Staff Carve pumpkins, enjoy a hayride, roast s’mores, get your face painted, tour Abbott’s Mill in action. Meets at Abbott’s Mill Mem $5 | Non-mem $7 | F17366AM Buy yours at the below link and a portion of your subscription price will support Delaware Nature Society NWF.org/DelNaturekidsgift DelNature.org/Blogs @DENatureSociety Facebook.com/DelawareNatureSociety 17