Nature All Year Long

Our Activities Calendar is designed to make it easy to find programs that fit your interests, schedule, and group needs. Simply browse by age group, type of program or location to explore camps, eco tours, programs, and more. Whether you’re planning a visit, booking a program, or exploring options, the Activities Calendar is your guide to discovering all that DelNature has to offer.

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  • Bird Walks at Bucktoe Creek Preserve ~ Bucktoe Creek Preserve

    Bucktoe Creek Preserve Open to program participants only: 432 Sharp Road, Avondale, PA, United States

    Explore a hike around the meadows and woods of a beautiful private preserve in search of birds. Meet at 432 Sharp Road, Avondale PA | Free!

  • Hawk Watch ~ Ashland Nature Center

    Ashland Nature Center 3511 Barley Mill Road, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Visit hawk watch hill to help identify and count birds of prey migrating overhead! Free. | Free! (ages 8-99)*

  • Canceled Butterfly Tea Party ~ Ashland Nature Center

    Ashland Nature Center 3511 Barley Mill Road, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Explore the world of beautiful butterflies beside the active butterfly and pollinator gardens. See butterflies up close and try your hand at butterfly catching with a net. | $25.00*

  • Hawk Watch ~ Ashland Nature Center

    Ashland Nature Center 3511 Barley Mill Road, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Visit hawk watch hill to help identify and count birds of prey migrating overhead! Free. | Free! (ages 8-99)*

  • Bird Walks at Middle Run ~ Middle Run Natural Area

    Middle Run Natural Area Possum Hollow Road (turn left on gravel road for Middle Run, continue to parking lot loop), Newark, DE, United States

    Identify birds with an expert to see migrant and nesting species that use the property in the Fall. Meet at gravel lot off Possum Hollow Rd, Newark 19711 | Free!

  • Hawk Watch ~ Ashland Nature Center

    Ashland Nature Center 3511 Barley Mill Road, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Visit hawk watch hill to help identify and count birds of prey migrating overhead! Free. | Free! (ages 8-99)*

  • Storytime with the Bunnies, Sep 8 ~ Coverdale Farm Preserve

    Coverdale Farm Preserve 543 Way Rd, Greenville, DE, United States

    Hop on over for story time with our friendly bunnies! Children will enjoy a fun, engaging story, followed by a light snack for both kids and bunnies. | $15.00*

  • Bird Banding ~ Bucktoe Creek Preserve

    Bucktoe Creek Preserve Open to program participants only: 432 Sharp Road, Avondale, PA, United States

    See birds up close as trained professionals band and measure them to track their movements and survival. This program is free but does not take place in windy or wet […]

  • Hawk Watch ~ Ashland Nature Center

    Ashland Nature Center 3511 Barley Mill Road, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Visit hawk watch hill to help identify and count birds of prey migrating overhead! Free. | Free! (ages 8-99)*

  • Knee High Naturalists: Habitats ~ Abbott’s Mill Nature Center

    Abbott’s Mill Nature Center 15411 Abbotts Pond Road, Milford, DE, United States

    Discover the wonders of nature with your little one! Enjoy hands-on nature discovery outdoors together with our Teacher Naturalists. | $15.00 (ages 2-5)*

  • Coverdale Farm Book Club: With Her Own Hands ~ Coverdale Farm Preserve

    Coverdale Farm Preserve 543 Way Rd, Greenville, DE, United States

    Discover the joy of reading! Join our monthly Book Club for lively discussions on books about food, eco-farming, and nature. Enjoy great conversation, tasty snacks, and a welcoming community. | […]

Programs and Events

Nature Programs

Learn more about the variety of hands-on activities we offer for families and individuals of all ages, from educational programs to hikes and volunteer opportunities.

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Summer Camps

Your children will create treasured memories exploring the outdoors at our week-long Summer Camps. Campers connect with nature through discovery, play, and hands-on learning.

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Field Trips & Overnights

Plan a trip for your classroom to one of our nature centers or let DelNature come to you for a hands-on programs focused on STEM, wildlife, and environmental science. Our nature education programs are designed to fit with your curriculum.

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EcoTours

Experience the adventure of a lifetime! Join one of our naturalists on unforgettable journeys to explore ecosystems, wildlife, and conservation efforts in the US and abroad.

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Group and Scout Programs

Enjoy badge-friendly field trips, overnight experiences, and outdoor education designed for scouts and community groups.

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Party & Facility Rentals

Celebrate your event with a DelNature birthday party, flower party, or hayride or create your own meeting or event at one of our nature centers with a facilities rental.

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Featured Events

Celebrate Delaware’s natural beauty and community with our signature annual events held across the state:

Maple Sugar Festival

Experience the process of making maple syrup and enjoy tastings straight from the source. March | 2027

Native Plant Sale

Shop native plants that support pollinators, clean water, and healthy ecosystems. September | 2026

Summer Solstice Celebration

Celebrate the season with outdoor fun, family activities, and nature exploration at the DuPont Environmental Education Center. | June 2026

Halloween at the Farm

Enjoy food, music, and seasonal activities under the autumn sky. | October, 2026

Autumn at Abbott’s

Celebrate the harvest season with hands-on activities, food, and community fun in Milford. | October, 2026

Taste of Coverdale

Savor farm-fresh flavors at a seasonal feast celebrating local food and conservation. | September, 2026