Lums Pond Nature Center
Surrounded by the parks nature preserve, the Whale Wallow Nature Center is an environmental education facility providing an open floor to ceiling window with gorgeous views of the parks forests and special wetland habitats. Inside you can engage with some of the local native wildlife, including a 500-gallon freshwater fish tank, reptiles, and amphibians. Stop by to speak with our naturalists about the park and hear about upcoming programs.
Upcoming Events
Dip-Netting Discovery
Sunday, May 19, 2024
11:00 AM
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration is required by calling 302-368-6989.
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5/19/2024 11:00:00 AM
5/19/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Dip-Netting Discovery
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration is required by calling 302-368-6989.
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Sunset Hike and Campfire
Friday, May 24, 2024
7:00 PM
Join us on a guided hike of the park an hour before sunset. Afterwards, bundle up by a cozy campfire. Each registration receives a packet with supplies for two s'mores. Participants must be 13 years or older. This hike is about 2 miles in length. Call the park office at 302-368-6989 for more details. $8 per person
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5/24/2024 7:00:00 PM
5/24/2024 9:00:00 PM
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Sunset Hike and Campfire
Join us on a guided hike of the park an hour before sunset. Afterwards, bundle up by a cozy campfire. Each registration receives a packet with supplies for two s'mores. Participants must be 13 years or older. This hike is about 2 miles in length. Call the park office at 302-368-6989 for more details. $8 per person
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Hike with a Naturalist Series
Sunday, May 26, 2024
10:00 AM
Join us for the Hike with a Naturalist Series at the Campground! Learn how to identify certain animals by understanding their physical traits and learn different ways to track wildlife.This program will include a short walk for some hands-on experience.Pre-Registration is required by calling 302-368-6989.
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5/26/2024 10:00:00 AM
5/26/2024 11:00:00 AM
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Hike with a Naturalist Series
Join us for the Hike with a Naturalist Series at the Campground! Learn how to identify certain animals by understanding their physical traits and learn different ways to track wildlife.This program will include a short walk for some hands-on experience.Pre-Registration is required by calling 302-368-6989.
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Dip-Netting Discovery
Sunday, June 2, 2024
11:00 AM
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration is required by calling 302-368-6989.
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6/2/2024 11:00:00 AM
6/2/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Dip-Netting Discovery
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration is required by calling 302-368-6989.
Lums Pond
Dip-Netting Discoveries
Sunday, June 2, 2024
11:00 AM
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration required by calling 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
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6/2/2024 11:00:00 AM
6/2/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Dip-Netting Discoveries
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration required by calling 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
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Sunset Kayak Tours
Friday, June 7, 2024
12:00 AM
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
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6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
6/7/2024 7:30:00 PM
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Sunset Kayak Tours
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
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Wildlife Wonders: Freshwater Wetlands Day!
Sunday, June 9, 2024
11:00 AM
Join a naturalist at the Nature Center for a special dip-netting program focused on macroinvertebrates found in our wetlands and their importance to a healthy ecosystem. Pre-registration is required. To register, call the park office at 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
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6/9/2024 11:00:00 AM
6/9/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Wildlife Wonders: Freshwater Wetlands Day!
Join a naturalist at the Nature Center for a special dip-netting program focused on macroinvertebrates found in our wetlands and their importance to a healthy ecosystem. Pre-registration is required. To register, call the park office at 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
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Sunset Kayak Tours
Thursday, June 13, 2024
12:00 AM
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
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6/13/2024 12:00:00 AM
6/13/2024 7:30:00 PM
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Sunset Kayak Tours
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
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Fathers Day Sunset Kayak Tour
Sunday, June 16, 2024
12:00 AM
Treat your dad to a sunset kayak tour as a special gift this fathers day. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so this program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak
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6/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
6/16/2024 7:30:00 PM
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Fathers Day Sunset Kayak Tour
Treat your dad to a sunset kayak tour as a special gift this fathers day. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so this program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak
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Dip-Netting Discovery
Sunday, June 16, 2024
11:00 AM
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration is required by calling 302-368-6989.
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6/16/2024 11:00:00 AM
6/16/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Dip-Netting Discovery
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration is required by calling 302-368-6989.
Lums Pond
Dip-Netting Discoveries
Sunday, June 16, 2024
11:00 AM
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration required by calling 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
Add to Calendar
6/16/2024 11:00:00 AM
6/16/2024 12:00:00 PM
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Dip-Netting Discoveries
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration required by calling 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
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Beginner Kayak Program
Saturday, June 22, 2024
12:00 AM
Are you a beginner paddler in need of instruction? Join park staff for a 45-minute program that starts on land with paddling techniques, safety tips, and ends with a short paddling practice on the pond. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). $20 per person
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6/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
6/22/2024 9:00:00 AM
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Beginner Kayak Program
Are you a beginner paddler in need of instruction? Join park staff for a 45-minute program that starts on land with paddling techniques, safety tips, and ends with a short paddling practice on the pond. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). $20 per person
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Sunset Kayak Tours
Thursday, June 27, 2024
12:00 AM
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
Add to Calendar
6/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
6/27/2024 7:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Sunset Kayak Tours
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
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Dip-Netting Discoveries
Sunday, June 30, 2024
11:00 AM
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration required by calling 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
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6/30/2024 11:00:00 AM
6/30/2024 12:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Dip-Netting Discoveries
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration required by calling 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
Lums Pond
Wildlife Wonders: Slithery, Slimy, Scaly Friends!
Thursday, July 4, 2024
11:00 AM
Join a naturalist at the Nature Center to celebrate Independence Day with our resident reptiles and amphibians. Program lasts an hour and is best suited for kids 6 years or older. Pre-Registration is required. To register, call the park office at 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
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7/4/2024 11:00:00 AM
7/4/2024 12:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Wildlife Wonders: Slithery, Slimy, Scaly Friends!
Join a naturalist at the Nature Center to celebrate Independence Day with our resident reptiles and amphibians. Program lasts an hour and is best suited for kids 6 years or older. Pre-Registration is required. To register, call the park office at 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
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Sunset Kayak Tours
Friday, July 12, 2024
12:00 AM
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
Add to Calendar
7/12/2024 12:00:00 AM
7/12/2024 7:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Sunset Kayak Tours
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
Lums Pond
Dip-Netting Discoveries
Sunday, July 14, 2024
11:00 AM
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration required by calling 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
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7/14/2024 11:00:00 AM
7/14/2024 12:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Dip-Netting Discoveries
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration required by calling 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
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Wildlife Wonders: World Snake Day!
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
10:00 AM
Join a naturalist at the campground stage to celebrate snakes on World Snakes Day. Learn about the importance of our slithering friends and what you can do to help them! Program lasts an hour and is best suited for kids 6 years or older. Pre-Registration is required. To register, call the park office at 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
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7/16/2024 10:00:00 AM
7/16/2024 12:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Wildlife Wonders: World Snake Day!
Join a naturalist at the campground stage to celebrate snakes on World Snakes Day. Learn about the importance of our slithering friends and what you can do to help them! Program lasts an hour and is best suited for kids 6 years or older. Pre-Registration is required. To register, call the park office at 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
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Sunset Kayak Tours
Thursday, July 18, 2024
12:00 AM
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
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7/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
7/18/2024 7:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Sunset Kayak Tours
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
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Wildlife Wonders: Mammals!
Saturday, July 20, 2024
10:00 AM
Join a naturalist at the campground stage to learn about what a mammal is and what types of mammals call Lums Pond home! Program lasts an hour and is best suited for kids 6 years or older. Pre-Registration is required. To register, call the park office at 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
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7/20/2024 10:00:00 AM
7/20/2024 11:00:00 AM
America/New_York
Wildlife Wonders: Mammals!
Join a naturalist at the campground stage to learn about what a mammal is and what types of mammals call Lums Pond home! Program lasts an hour and is best suited for kids 6 years or older. Pre-Registration is required. To register, call the park office at 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
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Beginner Kayak Program
Saturday, July 27, 2024
12:00 AM
Are you a beginner paddler in need of instruction? Join park staff for a 45-minute program that starts on land with paddling techniques, safety tips, and ends with a short paddling practice on the pond. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). $20 per person
Add to Calendar
7/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
7/27/2024 9:00:00 AM
America/New_York
Beginner Kayak Program
Are you a beginner paddler in need of instruction? Join park staff for a 45-minute program that starts on land with paddling techniques, safety tips, and ends with a short paddling practice on the pond. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). $20 per person
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Dip-Netting Discoveries
Sunday, July 28, 2024
11:00 AM
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration required by calling 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
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7/28/2024 11:00:00 AM
7/28/2024 12:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Dip-Netting Discoveries
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration required by calling 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
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Sunset Kayak Tours
Thursday, August 1, 2024
12:00 AM
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
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8/1/2024 12:00:00 AM
8/1/2024 7:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Sunset Kayak Tours
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
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Wildlife Wonders: Meadow Explorers
Saturday, August 3, 2024
10:00 AM
Join a naturalist at the campground stage to learn about insects found at the park and what important roles they play in the ecosystem and in our lives. Program lasts an hour and is best suited for kids 6 years or older. Pre-Registration is required. To register, call the park office at 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
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8/3/2024 10:00:00 AM
8/3/2024 11:00:00 AM
America/New_York
Wildlife Wonders: Meadow Explorers
Join a naturalist at the campground stage to learn about insects found at the park and what important roles they play in the ecosystem and in our lives. Program lasts an hour and is best suited for kids 6 years or older. Pre-Registration is required. To register, call the park office at 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
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Sunset Kayak Tours
Friday, August 9, 2024
12:00 AM
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
Add to Calendar
8/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
8/9/2024 7:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Sunset Kayak Tours
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
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Dip-Netting Discoveries
Sunday, August 11, 2024
11:00 AM
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration required by calling 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
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8/11/2024 11:00:00 AM
8/11/2024 12:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Dip-Netting Discoveries
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration required by calling 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
Lums Pond
Sunset Kayak Tours
Thursday, August 15, 2024
12:00 AM
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
Add to Calendar
8/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
8/15/2024 6:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Sunset Kayak Tours
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
Lums Pond
Beginner Kayak Program
Saturday, August 17, 2024
12:00 AM
Are you a beginner paddler in need of instruction? Join park staff for a 45-minute program that starts on land with paddling techniques, safety tips, and ends with a short paddling practice on the pond. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). $20 per person
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8/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
8/17/2024 9:00:00 AM
America/New_York
Beginner Kayak Program
Are you a beginner paddler in need of instruction? Join park staff for a 45-minute program that starts on land with paddling techniques, safety tips, and ends with a short paddling practice on the pond. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). $20 per person
Lums Pond
Sunset Kayak Tours
Thursday, August 22, 2024
12:00 AM
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
Add to Calendar
8/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
8/22/2024 6:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Sunset Kayak Tours
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
Lums Pond
Dip-Netting Discoveries
Sunday, August 25, 2024
11:00 AM
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration required by calling 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
Add to Calendar
8/25/2024 11:00:00 AM
8/25/2024 12:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Dip-Netting Discoveries
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration required by calling 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park admission!
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