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Trap Pond State Park
Laurel, Delaware
Open Daily 8 a.m. to Sunset
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Trap Pond Outdoor Skills Series: Getting Out of the Woods
- DATE: November 20, 2009
- TIME: 4 p.m.
Learn the 10 essentials to take with you while traveling in the woods. Find your way out of the woods without a compass and even learn how to comfortably spend a winter's night outside, if it ever comes to that. This program is geared toward beginning hunters, but all are welcome to attend. Pre-registration is required; call (302) 875-5163. Programs meet at the boathouse. $3
[top]Chilly Hayrides
- DATE: December 5, 2009
- TIME: 2:30 p.m.
Ever wonder how animals prepare for the winter? We will take a close look at how animals beat the chill. Bring warm clothes and blankets.
[top]Winter Bird Hikes
- DATE: December 5, 2009
- TIME: 9 a.m.
Calling all birders! Meet us at the Boathouse for a leisurely walk around the picnic area and spillway to learn some basics of bird watching. Experienced birders are welcome too! We will supply binoculars and bird guides.
[top]Holly Hike
- DATE: December 12, 2009
- TIME: 10 a.m.
Get ready to “Deck the Halls.” We will be taking a short walk to find some stands of our state tree, the American Holly. Find out the importance of the holly to the state and its past residents. Meet at the Boathouse.
[top]History Hayrides
- DATE: December 12, 2009
- TIME: 2:30 p.m.
Trap Pond wasn’t always a park. Come out for a ride in our haywagon and find out about the Native Americans, pioneers and farmers who were here before us. Bring warm clothes and blankets.
[top]Mistletoe Hike
- DATE: December 19, 2009
- TIME: 10 a.m.
Hike the Island Trail in search of this winter favorite. Learn where it comes from and some of the myths and legends that have formed around it. Meet at the Boathouse
[top]Chilly Hayrides
- DATE: January 2, 2010
- TIME: 2:30 p.m.
Ever wonder how animals prepare for the winter? We will take a close look at how animals beat the chill. Bring warm clothes and blankets.
[top]Winter Bird Hikes
- DATE: January 2, 2010
- TIME: 9 a.m.
Calling all birders! Meet us at the Boathouse for a leisurely walk around the picnic area and spillway to learn some basics of bird watching. Experienced birders are welcome too! We will supply binoculars and bird guides.
[top]Rural Resettlement Administration
- DATE: January 9, 2010
- TIME: 10 a.m.
Find out the roots of Trap Pond State Park. Learn about the Rural Resettlement Administration, the Civilian Conservation Corps and other programs of the Great Depression. Meet at the boathouse for this hour-long hike.
[top]History Hayrides
- DATE: January 9, 2010
- TIME: 2:30 p.m.
Trap Pond wasn’t always a park. Come out for a ride in our haywagon and find out about the Native Americans, pioneers and farmers who were here before us. Bring warm clothes and blankets.
[top]Barnes Woods Winter Hike
- DATE: January 16, 2010
- TIME: 10 a.m.
Come hiking in a winter wonderland (Barnes Woods). Bring warm clothes and comfortable shoes. This trip will start at Trap Pond boathouse and we will drive to Barnes Woods for a 45-minute hike. Total program time will be approximately 2 1/2 hours. Call (302) 875-5163 at least 24 hours in advance to pre-register.
[top]Chilly Hayrides
- DATE: January 16, 2010
- TIME: 2:30 p.m.
Ever wonder how animals prepare for the winter? We will take a close look at how animals beat the chill. Bring warm clothes and blankets.
[top]The Historic Bethesda Church
- DATE: January 23, 2010
- TIME: 10 a.m.
Discover the church’s connection with the rural heritage of the Trap Pond area. This program meets at the Bethesda Church on the south side of the park. Call the camp store at (302) 875-5163 for directions.
[top]History Hayrides
- DATE: January 23, 2010
- TIME: 2:30 p.m.
Trap Pond wasn’t always a park. Come out for a ride in our haywagon and find out about the Native Americans, pioneers and farmers who were here before us. Bring warm clothes and blankets.
[top]Groundhog Stories
- DATE: January 30, 2010
- TIME: 1 p.m.
Will there be six more weeks of winter? Find out the real story behind the holiday. Learn what our resident groundhogs are doing to prepare for their big day. Meet at the boathouse.
[top]History Hayrides
- DATE: February 6, 2010
- TIME: 2:30 p.m.
Trap Pond wasn’t always a park. Come out for a ride in our haywagon and find out about the Native Americans, pioneers and farmers who were here before us. Bring warm clothes and blankets.
[top]Winter Bird Hikes
- DATE: February 6, 2010
- TIME: 9 a.m.
Calling all birders! Meet us at the Boathouse for a leisurely walk around the picnic area and spillway to learn some basics of bird watching. Experienced birders are welcome too! We will supply binoculars and bird guides.
[top]Chilly Hayrides
- DATE: February 13, 2010
- TIME: 2:30 p.m.
Ever wonder how animals prepare for the winter? We will take a close look at how animals beat the chill. Bring warm clothes and blankets.
[top]The Historic Bethesda Church
- DATE: February 20, 2010
- TIME: 10 a.m.
Discover the church’s connection with the rural heritage of the Trap Pond area. This program meets at the Bethesda Church on the south side of the park. Call the camp store at (302) 875-5163 for directions.
[top]History Hayrides
- DATE: February 20, 2010
- TIME: 2:30 p.m.
Trap Pond wasn’t always a park. Come out for a ride in our haywagon and find out about the Native Americans, pioneers and farmers who were here before us. Bring warm clothes and blankets.
[top]Finding Your Way
- DATE: February 27, 2010
- TIME: 10 a.m.
The moss is growing on both sides of the trees and the clouds are covering the sun. Where are you? Meet at the boathouse to get a primer on map and compass skills. We will learn how to read a map and operate a compass. We will then practice our skills on an orientation course. Dress for the weather and bring comfortable shoes. We will provide the maps and compasses.
[top]Chilly Hayrides
- DATE: February 27, 2010
- TIME: 2:30 p.m.
Ever wonder how animals prepare for the winter? We will take a close look at how animals beat the chill. Bring warm clothes and blankets.
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