Killens Pond Nature Center
Visitors to the park’s nature center experience live animal exhibits featuring native reptiles and amphibians. The Pileated Woodpecker, Prothonotary Warbler and Barred Owl can often be heard in the woods at the park - explore the surrounding wooded trails along the pond's edge or simply take in the sights and sounds from the covered deck. This facility is also available for special event rentals.
Upcoming Events
Tales and Trails: Fabulous Frogs
Saturday, May 18, 2024
11:00 AM
What makes frogs so fabulous? Come join a naturalist as we find out what makes them so special. Program will be held at the nature center. Each program will have a story and activity component. Come prepared for hands-on activities both inside and outside. Pre-registration is mandatory, and an adult must be present for the duration of the program. Ages 3-6. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $5 per child.
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5/18/2024 11:00:00 AM
5/18/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Tales and Trails: Fabulous Frogs
What makes frogs so fabulous? Come join a naturalist as we find out what makes them so special. Program will be held at the nature center. Each program will have a story and activity component. Come prepared for hands-on activities both inside and outside. Pre-registration is mandatory, and an adult must be present for the duration of the program. Ages 3-6. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $5 per child.
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Night Hike:Frogs
Saturday, May 18, 2024
7:30 PM
Listen and learn about some of the frogs and toads that call Killens Pond home. Program will include a 1.5 mile hike. Exact meeting location will be provided after registration. Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $5 per person
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5/18/2024 7:30:00 PM
5/18/2024 8:30:00 PM
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Night Hike:Frogs
Listen and learn about some of the frogs and toads that call Killens Pond home. Program will include a 1.5 mile hike. Exact meeting location will be provided after registration. Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $5 per person
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Wild Flower Walk
Sunday, May 19, 2024
11:00 AM
Take a hike with a naturalist to look for spring wild flowers. We'll discuss important characteristics used to ID flowers. The hike will be about 0.5 miles. Some field guides will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own. (This is the best way to get familiar with your own resources.) The hike will start at the nature center. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information and to pre-register. Free with paid park entry.
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5/19/2024 11:00:00 AM
5/19/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Wild Flower Walk
Take a hike with a naturalist to look for spring wild flowers. We'll discuss important characteristics used to ID flowers. The hike will be about 0.5 miles. Some field guides will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own. (This is the best way to get familiar with your own resources.) The hike will start at the nature center. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information and to pre-register. Free with paid park entry.
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Eco-Explorers: Metamorphosis
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
1:00 PM
Metamorphosis is when a young animal goes through a big change and looks completely different when they become an adult. What animals can you think of that go through a metamorphosis? Join naturalists to learn all about the spectacular changes some animals go through to become adults! Program will be held on the nature center deck. Pre-registration is mandatory for all homeschool programs. Ages 6 -12. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $5 per student
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5/21/2024 1:00:00 PM
5/21/2024 2:00:00 PM
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Eco-Explorers: Metamorphosis
Metamorphosis is when a young animal goes through a big change and looks completely different when they become an adult. What animals can you think of that go through a metamorphosis? Join naturalists to learn all about the spectacular changes some animals go through to become adults! Program will be held on the nature center deck. Pre-registration is mandatory for all homeschool programs. Ages 6 -12. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $5 per student
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Primitive Skills: Shelter Building
Saturday, May 25, 2024
11:00 AM
Join naturalists for an informative session on wilderness survival. Learn the basics and preparation for shelter building! Open to all ages, wear outdoor clothes. This program is held at the Nature Center. Space is limited; pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 for more information or to register. $5 per person
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5/25/2024 11:00:00 AM
5/25/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Primitive Skills: Shelter Building
Join naturalists for an informative session on wilderness survival. Learn the basics and preparation for shelter building! Open to all ages, wear outdoor clothes. This program is held at the Nature Center. Space is limited; pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 for more information or to register. $5 per person
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Public Wagon Ride
Saturday, May 25, 2024
5:00 PM
Enjoy a 40-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
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5/25/2024 5:00:00 PM
5/25/2024 6:00:00 PM
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Public Wagon Ride
Enjoy a 40-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
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Guided Kayak Paddle
Sunday, May 26, 2024
6:30 PM
Enjoy a guided kayak tour of the pond! You will get wet. Closed-toed shoes are required, and old clothes are recommended. For ages 13+. Previous paddling experience recommended; must be comfortable paddling. Don’t forget your water and flashlight. Kayak programs are weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $20 per paddler
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5/26/2024 6:30:00 PM
5/26/2024 8:00:00 PM
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Guided Kayak Paddle
Enjoy a guided kayak tour of the pond! You will get wet. Closed-toed shoes are required, and old clothes are recommended. For ages 13+. Previous paddling experience recommended; must be comfortable paddling. Don’t forget your water and flashlight. Kayak programs are weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $20 per paddler
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Accessible Naturalist Nature Hike
Monday, May 27, 2024
11:00 AM
This naturalist nature hike will be on the accessible bike trail. Hike is about 1 mile, out and back. Trail surface is crushed stone and max grade is 6%. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free with paid park entry.
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5/27/2024 11:00:00 AM
5/27/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Accessible Naturalist Nature Hike
This naturalist nature hike will be on the accessible bike trail. Hike is about 1 mile, out and back. Trail surface is crushed stone and max grade is 6%. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free with paid park entry.
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Tubular Turtles
Saturday, June 1, 2024
11:00 AM
How do turtles live both in water and on land? Do they really live for a 100 years? Why do they have shells? We will answer these and more questions in this program all about turtles. This program includes appearances by our ambassador turtles. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $5 per person
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6/1/2024 11:00:00 AM
6/1/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Tubular Turtles
How do turtles live both in water and on land? Do they really live for a 100 years? Why do they have shells? We will answer these and more questions in this program all about turtles. This program includes appearances by our ambassador turtles. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $5 per person
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Leave it to Beavers!
Sunday, June 2, 2024
11:00 AM
Have you ever seen a tree chewed on by beavers and wanted to learn more about them?! Join a naturalist to learn all about beavers! Program meets at the nature center. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free with paid park entry.
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6/2/2024 11:00:00 AM
6/2/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Leave it to Beavers!
Have you ever seen a tree chewed on by beavers and wanted to learn more about them?! Join a naturalist to learn all about beavers! Program meets at the nature center. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free with paid park entry.
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Discovery Hike
Saturday, June 8, 2024
11:00 AM
Take a hike and explore! Join us as we experience nature hands, eyes and ears-on. Discovery Hikes are geared for children ages 5-10 with an adult. Dress ready to explore. Pre-registration required. Meeting location varies. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free with paid park entry.
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6/8/2024 11:00:00 AM
6/8/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Discovery Hike
Take a hike and explore! Join us as we experience nature hands, eyes and ears-on. Discovery Hikes are geared for children ages 5-10 with an adult. Dress ready to explore. Pre-registration required. Meeting location varies. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free with paid park entry.
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Archaeological Investigations at the Chapel Branch West site, Choptank River Watershed, Denton, Maryland
Saturday, June 8, 2024
1:00 PM
Investigations at the Chapel Branch West (18CA270) site suggest this portion of the upper Choptank River on Maryland’s Eastern Shore was an important nexus of activity throughout the Woodland period (1200 BC – AD 1650). The co-occurrence of a variety of local and non-local ceramic ware types during the Middle and Late Woodland periods situates Chapel Branch West at the boundary of different exchange, or perhaps cultural, zones, facilitating the movement of objects, ideas, and/or people downriver from the north and east as well as upriver from the south and west. The Chapel Branch West site provides intriguing opportunities for expanding our understandings of population migration or replacement, the development of persistent places, and participation in or rejection of larger trade and exchange networks during the Woodland period.
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6/8/2024 1:00:00 PM
6/8/2024 2:00:00 PM
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Archaeological Investigations at the Chapel Branch West site, Choptank River Watershed, Denton, Maryland
Investigations at the Chapel Branch West (18CA270) site suggest this portion of the upper Choptank River on Maryland’s Eastern Shore was an important nexus of activity throughout the Woodland period (1200 BC – AD 1650). The co-occurrence of a variety of local and non-local ceramic ware types during the Middle and Late Woodland periods situates Chapel Branch West at the boundary of different exchange, or perhaps cultural, zones, facilitating the movement of objects, ideas, and/or people downriver from the north and east as well as upriver from the south and west. The Chapel Branch West site provides intriguing opportunities for expanding our understandings of population migration or replacement, the development of persistent places, and participation in or rejection of larger trade and exchange networks during the Woodland period.
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Naturalist Nature Hike
Sunday, June 9, 2024
11:00 AM
Join naturalists to hike the trails of Killens Pond State Park. Hike lengths range from 1 mile to 2.5 miles, and meeting location varies. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free with paid park entry.
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6/9/2024 11:00:00 AM
6/9/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Naturalist Nature Hike
Join naturalists to hike the trails of Killens Pond State Park. Hike lengths range from 1 mile to 2.5 miles, and meeting location varies. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free with paid park entry.
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Tales and Trails: Hide N'Seek
Saturday, June 15, 2024
11:00 AM
Peekaboo!! Discover how animals can hide so well in their homes through a story and play! Program will be held at the nature center. Each program will have a story and activity component. Come prepared for hands-on activities both inside and outside. Pre-registration is mandatory, and an adult must be present for the duration of the program. Ages 3-6. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $5 per child
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6/15/2024 11:00:00 AM
6/15/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Tales and Trails: Hide N'Seek
Peekaboo!! Discover how animals can hide so well in their homes through a story and play! Program will be held at the nature center. Each program will have a story and activity component. Come prepared for hands-on activities both inside and outside. Pre-registration is mandatory, and an adult must be present for the duration of the program. Ages 3-6. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $5 per child
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Beginner Fishing
Sunday, June 16, 2024
10:00 AM
Want to learn how to fish? Now's your chance! Join us as we guide you through the basics of fishing, like casting, baiting hooks and reeling one in. We will provide rods, but feel free to bring your own if you have one. A valid non-tidal fishing license will be required for any participant 16 years or older. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $10 per participant
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6/16/2024 10:00:00 AM
6/16/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Beginner Fishing
Want to learn how to fish? Now's your chance! Join us as we guide you through the basics of fishing, like casting, baiting hooks and reeling one in. We will provide rods, but feel free to bring your own if you have one. A valid non-tidal fishing license will be required for any participant 16 years or older. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $10 per participant
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Night Hike: Full Moon
Saturday, June 22, 2024
8:30 PM
We be learning about the moon on this hike. We will look to get a good a view of the moon as well. Exact meeting location will be provided after registration. Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $5 per person
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6/22/2024 8:30:00 PM
6/22/2024 9:30:00 PM
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Night Hike: Full Moon
We be learning about the moon on this hike. We will look to get a good a view of the moon as well. Exact meeting location will be provided after registration. Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $5 per person
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SUNday Funday
Sunday, June 23, 2024
11:00 AM
Ever wonder why you can see the sun in the day if it is a star? Ever wonder if it is actually bad to stare at the sun? Join a naturalist as we learn all about the sun and answer these and more questions about the sun. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free with paid park entry.
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6/23/2024 11:00:00 AM
6/23/2024 12:00:00 PM
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SUNday Funday
Ever wonder why you can see the sun in the day if it is a star? Ever wonder if it is actually bad to stare at the sun? Join a naturalist as we learn all about the sun and answer these and more questions about the sun. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free with paid park entry.
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Guided Kayak Paddle
Saturday, June 29, 2024
7:00 PM
Enjoy a guided kayak tour of the pond! You will get wet and muddy. Closed-toed shoes are required, and old clothes are recommended. For ages 13+. Previous paddling experience recommended; must be comfortable paddling. Don’t forget your water and flashlight. Kayak programs are weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $20 per paddler
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6/29/2024 7:00:00 PM
6/29/2024 8:30:00 PM
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Guided Kayak Paddle
Enjoy a guided kayak tour of the pond! You will get wet and muddy. Closed-toed shoes are required, and old clothes are recommended. For ages 13+. Previous paddling experience recommended; must be comfortable paddling. Don’t forget your water and flashlight. Kayak programs are weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $20 per paddler
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Night Hike: Owls
Saturday, July 6, 2024
8:00 PM
Owls are masters of the night. Join us to learn about owls and if we are lucky, hear one! Program will include a 1.5 mile hike. Exact meeting location will be provided after registration. Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $7 per person
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7/6/2024 8:00:00 PM
7/6/2024 9:00:00 PM
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Night Hike: Owls
Owls are masters of the night. Join us to learn about owls and if we are lucky, hear one! Program will include a 1.5 mile hike. Exact meeting location will be provided after registration. Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $7 per person
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Know it Owls
Sunday, July 7, 2024
11:00 AM
Think you know everything about owls?! Come test your knowledge and maybe learn something about owls and their many adaptations. Program is held at the Nature Center. Pre-registration is required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free, with paid park admission!
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7/7/2024 11:00:00 AM
7/7/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Know it Owls
Think you know everything about owls?! Come test your knowledge and maybe learn something about owls and their many adaptations. Program is held at the Nature Center. Pre-registration is required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free, with paid park admission!
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Discovery Hike
Saturday, July 13, 2024
11:00 AM
Take a hike and explore! Join us as we experience nature hands, eyes and ears-on. Discovery Hikes are geared for children ages 5-10 with an adult. Dress ready to explore. Meet at the nature center. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free, with paid park admission!
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7/13/2024 11:00:00 AM
7/13/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Discovery Hike
Take a hike and explore! Join us as we experience nature hands, eyes and ears-on. Discovery Hikes are geared for children ages 5-10 with an adult. Dress ready to explore. Meet at the nature center. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free, with paid park admission!
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Naturalist Nature Hike
Sunday, July 14, 2024
11:00 AM
Join naturalists to hike the trails of Killens Pond State Park. Hikewill meet at the camground and will be about 0.6 miles. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free, with paid park admission!
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7/14/2024 11:00:00 AM
7/14/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Naturalist Nature Hike
Join naturalists to hike the trails of Killens Pond State Park. Hikewill meet at the camground and will be about 0.6 miles. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free, with paid park admission!
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Tales and Trails: Adventures in Nature
Saturday, July 20, 2024
11:00 AM
Have you ever been on a hike and wondered what something is? In this program we will learn about what kind of things you can find on a hike and then see what we can find. Each program will have a story and activity component. Come prepared for hands-on activities both inside and outside. Pre-registration is mandatory, and an adult must be present for the duration of the program. Ages 3-6. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $5 per child.
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7/20/2024 11:00:00 AM
7/20/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Tales and Trails: Adventures in Nature
Have you ever been on a hike and wondered what something is? In this program we will learn about what kind of things you can find on a hike and then see what we can find. Each program will have a story and activity component. Come prepared for hands-on activities both inside and outside. Pre-registration is mandatory, and an adult must be present for the duration of the program. Ages 3-6. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $5 per child.
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Paint by Day Fundraiser Hosted by the Friends of Killens Pond
Saturday, July 20, 2024
1:00 PM
Help the Friends of Killens Pond State Park raise money and have fun doing it! We will be exploring watercolor and alcohol paints with local artist Jennifer Boland. We will be painting a sunny beach scene. All materials will be provided. All experience and skill levels encouraged. Program will meet at the nature center and will last about 2 hours. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information. $40/painter.
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7/20/2024 1:00:00 PM
7/20/2024 3:00:00 PM
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Paint by Day Fundraiser Hosted by the Friends of Killens Pond
Help the Friends of Killens Pond State Park raise money and have fun doing it! We will be exploring watercolor and alcohol paints with local artist Jennifer Boland. We will be painting a sunny beach scene. All materials will be provided. All experience and skill levels encouraged. Program will meet at the nature center and will last about 2 hours. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information. $40/painter.
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Guided Kayak Paddle
Saturday, July 27, 2024
7:00 PM
Enjoy a guided kayak tour of the pond! You will get wet.. Closed-toed shoes are required, and old clothes are recommended. For ages 13+. Previous paddling experience recommended; must be comfortable paddling. Don’t forget your water and flashlight. Kayak programs are weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $20 per paddler
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7/27/2024 7:00:00 PM
7/27/2024 8:30:00 PM
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Guided Kayak Paddle
Enjoy a guided kayak tour of the pond! You will get wet.. Closed-toed shoes are required, and old clothes are recommended. For ages 13+. Previous paddling experience recommended; must be comfortable paddling. Don’t forget your water and flashlight. Kayak programs are weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $20 per paddler
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Fantastic Frogs
Sunday, July 28, 2024
11:00 AM
What makes frogs and their relatives, toads, unique and which types can you find in Kent County, Delaware? We will answer these and more questions in this program all about frogs. This program includes appearances by our ambassador amphibians. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free, with paid park admission!
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7/28/2024 11:00:00 AM
7/28/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Fantastic Frogs
What makes frogs and their relatives, toads, unique and which types can you find in Kent County, Delaware? We will answer these and more questions in this program all about frogs. This program includes appearances by our ambassador amphibians. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free, with paid park admission!
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Night Hike: Night Vision
Saturday, August 3, 2024
8:30 PM
Learn about eyeshine and try to spot some animal eyes at night. Hike will be about 1.5 miles. Exact meeting location will be provided after registration. Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $7 per person
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8/3/2024 8:30:00 PM
8/3/2024 9:30:00 PM
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Night Hike: Night Vision
Learn about eyeshine and try to spot some animal eyes at night. Hike will be about 1.5 miles. Exact meeting location will be provided after registration. Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $7 per person
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Naturalist Nature Hike
Sunday, August 11, 2024
11:00 AM
Join naturalists to hike the trails of Killens Pond State Park. Hike will meet at the nature center and will be about 1.5 miles. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free, with paid park admission!
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8/11/2024 11:00:00 AM
8/11/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Naturalist Nature Hike
Join naturalists to hike the trails of Killens Pond State Park. Hike will meet at the nature center and will be about 1.5 miles. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free, with paid park admission!
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Tales and Trails: Incredible Journey
Saturday, August 17, 2024
11:00 AM
What do monarch butterflies and birds have in common? The both go on a journey called migration. Come and find out what happens on their incredible journey. Each program will have a story and activity component. Come prepared for hands-on activities both inside and outside. Pre-registration is mandatory, and an adult must be present for the duration of the program. Ages 3-6. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $5 per child.
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8/17/2024 11:00:00 AM
8/17/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Tales and Trails: Incredible Journey
What do monarch butterflies and birds have in common? The both go on a journey called migration. Come and find out what happens on their incredible journey. Each program will have a story and activity component. Come prepared for hands-on activities both inside and outside. Pre-registration is mandatory, and an adult must be present for the duration of the program. Ages 3-6. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $5 per child.
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Live Reptile and Amphibian Show!
Sunday, August 18, 2024
11:00 AM
They are scaly, slimy and alive! Meet some of our native reptiles and amphibians for a morning of family fun and learning. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $5 per person
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8/18/2024 11:00:00 AM
8/18/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Live Reptile and Amphibian Show!
They are scaly, slimy and alive! Meet some of our native reptiles and amphibians for a morning of family fun and learning. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $5 per person
Killens Pond
Guided Kayak Paddle
Saturday, August 24, 2024
7:00 PM
Enjoy a guided kayak tour of the pond! You will get wet.. Closed-toed shoes are required, and old clothes are recommended. For ages 13+. Previous paddling experience recommended; must be comfortable paddling. Don’t forget your water and flashlight. Kayak programs are weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $20 per paddler
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8/24/2024 7:00:00 PM
8/24/2024 8:30:00 PM
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Guided Kayak Paddle
Enjoy a guided kayak tour of the pond! You will get wet.. Closed-toed shoes are required, and old clothes are recommended. For ages 13+. Previous paddling experience recommended; must be comfortable paddling. Don’t forget your water and flashlight. Kayak programs are weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $20 per paddler
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Magnificiant Migrating Monarchs
Sunday, August 25, 2024
11:00 AM
Join naturalists to learn about the most spectacular migration in the insect world! Discover the life cycle of Monarch butterflies, complete a butterfly craft, and explore the amazing migration they take. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free, with paid park admission!
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8/25/2024 11:00:00 AM
8/25/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Magnificiant Migrating Monarchs
Join naturalists to learn about the most spectacular migration in the insect world! Discover the life cycle of Monarch butterflies, complete a butterfly craft, and explore the amazing migration they take. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free, with paid park admission!
Killens Pond
Public Wagon Ride
Saturday, August 31, 2024
5:00 PM
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
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8/31/2024 5:00:00 PM
8/31/2024 5:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Public Wagon Ride
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
Killens Pond
Public Wagon Ride
Saturday, August 31, 2024
6:00 PM
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
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8/31/2024 6:00:00 PM
8/31/2024 6:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Public Wagon Ride
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
Killens Pond
Guided Kayak Paddle
Sunday, September 1, 2024
7:00 PM
Enjoy a guided kayak tour of the pond! You will get wet.. Closed-toed shoes are required, and old clothes are recommended. For ages 13+. Previous paddling experience recommended; must be comfortable paddling. Don’t forget your water and flashlight. Kayak programs are weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $20 per paddler
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9/1/2024 7:00:00 PM
9/1/2024 8:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Guided Kayak Paddle
Enjoy a guided kayak tour of the pond! You will get wet.. Closed-toed shoes are required, and old clothes are recommended. For ages 13+. Previous paddling experience recommended; must be comfortable paddling. Don’t forget your water and flashlight. Kayak programs are weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $20 per paddler
Killens Pond
Public Wagon Ride
Saturday, September 7, 2024
5:00 PM
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
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9/7/2024 5:00:00 PM
9/7/2024 5:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Public Wagon Ride
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
Killens Pond
Public Wagon Ride
Saturday, September 7, 2024
6:00 PM
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
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9/7/2024 6:00:00 PM
9/7/2024 6:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Public Wagon Ride
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
Killens Pond
Night Hike: Nocturnal Animals
Saturday, September 7, 2024
7:00 PM
Cloaked in darkness, twinkling stars overhead, some animals are active only at night. How do they survive and thrive in this low-light environment? Join naturalists to uncover ways animals live in darkness and then take a hike to look and listen for different nocturnal animals. Hike will be about 1.5 miles. Exact meeting location will be provided upon registration. Pre-registration required. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $7 per participant.
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9/7/2024 7:00:00 PM
9/7/2024 8:00:00 PM
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Night Hike: Nocturnal Animals
Cloaked in darkness, twinkling stars overhead, some animals are active only at night. How do they survive and thrive in this low-light environment? Join naturalists to uncover ways animals live in darkness and then take a hike to look and listen for different nocturnal animals. Hike will be about 1.5 miles. Exact meeting location will be provided upon registration. Pre-registration required. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $7 per participant.
Killens Pond
Beginner Fishing
Sunday, September 8, 2024
10:00 AM
Want to learn how to fish? Now's your chance! Join us as we guide you through the basics of fishing, like casting, baiting hooks and reeling one in. We will provide rods, but feel free to bring your own if you have one. A valid non-tidal fishing license will be required for any participant 16 years or older. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $10 per participant
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9/8/2024 10:00:00 AM
9/8/2024 12:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Beginner Fishing
Want to learn how to fish? Now's your chance! Join us as we guide you through the basics of fishing, like casting, baiting hooks and reeling one in. We will provide rods, but feel free to bring your own if you have one. A valid non-tidal fishing license will be required for any participant 16 years or older. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $10 per participant
Killens Pond
Public Wagon Ride
Saturday, September 14, 2024
5:00 PM
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
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9/14/2024 5:00:00 PM
9/14/2024 5:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Public Wagon Ride
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
Killens Pond
Public Wagon Ride
Saturday, September 14, 2024
6:00 PM
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
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9/14/2024 6:00:00 PM
9/14/2024 6:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Public Wagon Ride
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
Killens Pond
Naturalist Nature Hike
Sunday, September 15, 2024
11:00 AM
Join naturalists to hike the trails of Killens Pond State Park. Hike will meet at the campground and will be about 1 mile. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free, with paid park admission!
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9/15/2024 11:00:00 AM
9/15/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Naturalist Nature Hike
Join naturalists to hike the trails of Killens Pond State Park. Hike will meet at the campground and will be about 1 mile. Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free, with paid park admission!
Killens Pond
Tales and Trails: What's In a Log
Saturday, September 21, 2024
11:00 AM
Did you know that fallen trees and stumps are home to many different creatures? Join us as we go on an adventure to find what creatures call these places home. Each program will have a story and activity component. Come prepared for hands-on activities both inside and outside. Pre-registration is mandatory, and an adult must be present for the duration of the program. Ages 3-6. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $5 per child.
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9/21/2024 11:00:00 AM
9/21/2024 12:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Tales and Trails: What's In a Log
Did you know that fallen trees and stumps are home to many different creatures? Join us as we go on an adventure to find what creatures call these places home. Each program will have a story and activity component. Come prepared for hands-on activities both inside and outside. Pre-registration is mandatory, and an adult must be present for the duration of the program. Ages 3-6. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $5 per child.
Killens Pond
Public Wagon Ride
Saturday, September 21, 2024
5:00 PM
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
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9/21/2024 5:00:00 PM
9/21/2024 5:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Public Wagon Ride
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
Killens Pond
Public Wagon Ride
Saturday, September 21, 2024
6:00 PM
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
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9/21/2024 6:00:00 PM
9/21/2024 6:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Public Wagon Ride
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
Killens Pond
Arthropod Adventures
Sunday, September 22, 2024
11:00 AM
Join a naturalist to learn all about arthropods! Who are they and are not, where you can find them, and why they are important to our environment. Program meets at the nature center. Pre-registration is required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free with paid park entry.
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9/22/2024 11:00:00 AM
9/22/2024 12:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Arthropod Adventures
Join a naturalist to learn all about arthropods! Who are they and are not, where you can find them, and why they are important to our environment. Program meets at the nature center. Pre-registration is required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov for more information or to pre-register. Free with paid park entry.
Killens Pond
It's a Great Pumpkin
Saturday, September 28, 2024
11:00 AM
Join a naturalist to discover the life cycle of a pumpkin. Children will learn how pumpkins grow and take a look at what is inside them. Then everyone will get the opportunity to get creative with a pumpkin! Program will be held at the nature center. Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $10 per participant
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9/28/2024 11:00:00 AM
9/28/2024 12:00:00 PM
America/New_York
It's a Great Pumpkin
Join a naturalist to discover the life cycle of a pumpkin. Children will learn how pumpkins grow and take a look at what is inside them. Then everyone will get the opportunity to get creative with a pumpkin! Program will be held at the nature center. Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $10 per participant
Killens Pond
Public Wagon Ride
Saturday, September 28, 2024
5:00 PM
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
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9/28/2024 5:00:00 PM
9/28/2024 5:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Public Wagon Ride
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
Killens Pond
Public Wagon Ride
Saturday, September 28, 2024
6:00 PM
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
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9/28/2024 6:00:00 PM
9/28/2024 6:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Public Wagon Ride
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
Killens Pond
Going Batty!
Sunday, September 29, 2024
11:00 AM
What's that in the sky? Is it a bird or a plane? No, it's just your favorite flying mammal! Join us as we explore the world of bats: discussing their myths and mysteries, their impacts, and what you may be able to do to help them! Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov to register. Free, with paid park admission!
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9/29/2024 11:00:00 AM
9/29/2024 12:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Going Batty!
What's that in the sky? Is it a bird or a plane? No, it's just your favorite flying mammal! Join us as we explore the world of bats: discussing their myths and mysteries, their impacts, and what you may be able to do to help them! Pre-registration required. Call 302-284-4299 or email DNREC_KPSPNatureCenter@delaware.gov to register. Free, with paid park admission!
Killens Pond
Public Wagon Ride
Saturday, October 5, 2024
5:00 PM
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
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10/5/2024 5:00:00 PM
10/5/2024 5:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Public Wagon Ride
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
Killens Pond
Public Wagon Ride
Saturday, October 5, 2024
6:00 PM
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
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10/5/2024 6:00:00 PM
10/5/2024 6:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Public Wagon Ride
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
Killens Pond
Public Wagon Ride
Saturday, October 12, 2024
5:00 PM
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
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10/12/2024 5:00:00 PM
10/12/2024 5:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Public Wagon Ride
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
Killens Pond
Public Wagon Ride
Saturday, October 12, 2024
6:00 PM
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
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10/12/2024 6:00:00 PM
10/12/2024 6:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Public Wagon Ride
Enjoy a 35-minute trip around the fields and forests of the park on a wagon ride - bring your own blankets if desired as there will be no hay added to the wagon benches. Weather permitting. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299. $6 per person
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