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Naturalist's Notes
Brandywine Creek State Park
by Claire Mickletz, Brandywine Creek Naturalist
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There are many different activities to enjoy at Brandywine Creek State Park all year round. However, fall may be my favorite time of year. This time of year always means gearing up for our annual Haunted Trail and the start of cross country season.
The park becomes busy with many different activities. Enjoy a run or hike in the cool weather or join us on an evening hayride and campfire with s’mores. Behold the beautiful Brandywine Valley landscape as the trees change colors and leaves crunch under your feet.
Fall also means hawk migration. Brandywine Creek is a great spot to watch hawks. You can view migrating raptors from our Hawk Watch Hill as they soar over the valley. Here you will find a wayside detailing the types of raptors you may see flying over. Several informational programs are offered for those interested in beginning hawk identification and bird watching.
Please check the program guide for dates and times or call the Nature Center at 302-655-5740. Also offered on the last Saturday of the month are bird walks with our expert volunteer birders; you are guaranteed to learn quite a bit about birding and birds in general on these fun-filled walks!