Education

Educational opportunities are abundant! Groups such as Elderhostel, Adult Plus, Southern Delaware Academy of Lifelong Learning and regional schools at all levels, use the Refuge as an outdoor classroom. A Lecture Series and Bird Walks emphasize the local habitats and their inhabitants.

An Evening at the Hook - 2008–Lecture Series

• November 2008 – January 2009 No Lectures Scheduled - Nature Photography Exhibition from October 19 - November 21
• February, 12, 2009 Catching Striped Bass - Eric Burnley, Outdoor Writer

Programs start promptly at 7:00 pm, in the auditorium of the Headquarters building. Light desserts and refreshments start at 6:30 pm. The programs are free, open to the public, family oriented and last about 1 hour.

Flock to the Refuge...Birding Field Trips!
Meet at the Headquarters building at 8:00am, visit areas normally closed to the public and learn about the 250 local birds of the Refuge from volunteer naturalists. Bring binoculars, field guides, insect repellent, water and snacks. Free and open to the public!
Watch this space for fall trips...

Contact the refuge at 302-684-8419 for more information.