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Lums Pond State Park
Bear, Delaware
Open Daily 8 a.m. to Sunset
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Green Hour: Wildlife Watch
- DATE: September 4, 2010
- TIME: 11 a.m.
Join us as we look for signs of wildlife. The green hour is designed to get kids outdoors and enjoying nature for at least an hour. Join us as we head outdoors for scavenger hunts, hikes and other outdoor activities. Meet at the Nature Center. Free
[top]Holiday Concert
- DATE: September 4, 2010
- TIME: 7 – 8 p.m.
Join us at the stagebehind the campground bathhouse for a great outdoor evening of music with Stu Frederick, singer and guitarist playing a variety of musical styles from different eras. Free (park entrance fees in effect for non-campers).
[top]Astronomy Program
- DATE: September 10, 2010
- TIME: 7 p.m.
Rain date: Saturday, September 11
Join local astronomer James Morgan for a program called "Area 51" at Lums Pond. Where are the aliens? Learn about the stars with planets and then have a chance to check out the moon and planets through a telescope. Meet at the Recreational Center past Area 2. Call (302)368-6989 to register. Free
Guided Hikes
- DATE: September 12, 2010
- TIME: 1 p.m.
Discover the beauty of Lums Pond on these guided hikes ranging in length from 2 1/2 to 5 1/2 miles. Complete all six hikes and receive a two-hour boat rental pass. Make sure to wear sturdy shoes and bring water. To register and find out the meeting place and length of the hike, please call (302) 368-6989.
[top]Blues and Bluegrass Weekend
- DATE: September 17, 2010
- TIME: 7 p.m.
After setting up camp, relax with some acoustic music around a campfire. Bring along treats to roast around the fire. Meets at the stage behind the Bath House. Join us at the Lums Pond Campground for blues and bluegrass. Come for a relaxing weekend of camping and enjoy different bands over two days. There will be fun activities for the kids. Free
[top]Blues and Bluegrass Weekend
- DATE: September 18, 2010
- TIME: Noon – 5 p.m.
Bring a picnic and a blanket or chairs and enjoy an afternoon of live music. Fun for the whole family; there will be plenty of activities for kids to enjoy. Meets at the stage behind the Bath House. Free
[top]Night Hike
- DATE: September 25, 2010
- TIME: 7 p.m.
Who makes those night sounds? What animals are active at night? How are animal’s senses different than ours? Come out after dark and experience the park after hours. Please pre-register by September 24. Meet at the Nature Center. $4 per person
[top]Bird Walk
- DATE: September 25, 2010
- TIME: 8 a.m.
Join us for an early morning walk to learn about birding and to search for the different birds at Lums Pond State Park. Bring a pair of binoculars. We will have a few on hand if you do not have a pair. Meet at Nature Center. Free
[top]Guided Hikes
- DATE: September 26, 2010
- TIME: 1 p.m.
Discover the beauty of Lums Pond on these guided hikes ranging in length from 2 1/2 to 5 1/2 miles. Complete all six hikes and receive a two-hour boat rental pass. Make sure to wear sturdy shoes and bring water. To register and find out the meeting place and length of the hike, please call (302) 368-6989.
[top]Green Hour: Amazing Monarchs
- DATE: October 2, 2010
- TIME: 11 a.m.
Learn about and look for these beautiful creatures. The green hour is designed to get kids outdoors and enjoying nature for at least an hour. Join us as we head outdoors for scavenger hunts, hikes and other outdoor activities. Meet at the Nature Center. Free
[top]Kayaking
- DATE: October 9, 2010
- TIME: 1 – 3 p.m.
Enjoy a paddle around Delaware’s largest fresh water pond. We will supply all equipment and instruction. Bring a bottle of water and wear sunscreen. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at the Boat House. Pre-registration required; call (302) 368-6989. $15 per person
[top]Guided Hikes
- DATE: October 10, 2010
- TIME: 1 p.m.
Discover the beauty of Lums Pond on these guided hikes ranging in length from 2 1/2 to 5 1/2 miles. Complete all six hikes and receive a two-hour boat rental pass. Make sure to wear sturdy shoes and bring water. To register and find out the meeting place and length of the hike, please call (302) 368-6989.
[top]Guided Hikes
- DATE: October 24, 2010
- TIME: 1 p.m.
Discover the beauty of Lums Pond on these guided hikes ranging in length from 2 1/2 to 5 1/2 miles. Complete all six hikes and receive a two-hour boat rental pass. Make sure to wear sturdy shoes and bring water. To register and find out the meeting place and length of the hike, please call (302) 368-6989.
[top]Halloween Hoot! Weekend
- DATE: October 29, 2010
- TIME: 7 p.m.
Enjoy an evening of hayrides and live guitar around a campfire and sing along to songs that will get you in the Halloween spirit. Decorate your campsite, bring treats for trick or treating and enjoy this fun filled weekend. Prizes awarded for best decorated campsites. There is a small fee for some activities. If not camping, park entrance fees are in effect.
[top]Halloween Hoot! Weekend
- DATE: October 30, 2010
- TIME: 1 – 4 p.m.
Enjoy an afternoon of fun activities including games, pumpkin decorating, scarecrow making, hayrides and more. Then go trick or treating around the campground.
[top]Green Hour: Geo-Caching
- DATE: November 6, 2010
- TIME: 11 a.m.
Using hand-held GPSs, we will head out into the park to look for geo-caches. The green hour is designed to get kids outdoors and enjoying nature for at least an hour. Join us as we head outdoors for scavenger hunts, hikes and other outdoor activities. Meet at the Nature Center. Free
[top]Guided Hikes
- DATE: November 14, 2010
- TIME: 1 p.m.
Discover the beauty of Lums Pond on these guided hikes ranging in length from 2 1/2 to 5 1/2 miles. Complete all six hikes and receive a two-hour boat rental pass. Make sure to wear sturdy shoes and bring water. To register and find out the meeting place and length of the hike, please call (302) 368-6989.
[top]Owl Prowl
- DATE: November 27, 2010
- TIME: 7 p.m.
Bring your family and learn about these large raptors of the night. Afterward, we will head out to try our luck at calling for owls and see if we can get any to call back. Pre-register by calling (302) 368-6989. $4 per person
[top]Guided Hikes
- DATE: November 28, 2010
- TIME: 1 p.m.
Discover the beauty of Lums Pond on these guided hikes ranging in length from 2 1/2 to 5 1/2 miles. Complete all six hikes and receive a two-hour boat rental pass. Make sure to wear sturdy shoes and bring water. To register and find out the meeting place and length of the hike, please call (302) 368-6989.
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