July 14th, 2014
Destination? Prime Hook, National Wildlife Refuge, Milton, Delaware, Pondside Adventures, Birding Field Trip, Thursday, July 17th, Southern Delaware
What’s Going On?
Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge is a 10,144 acre refuge. It is a stopover site for migratory birds as they fly up and down the Atlantic Flyway. Hundreds of native plant and animal species thrive in this habitat. Prime Hook provides habitat for 308 species of birds, 51 species of fish, 45 species of reptiles and amphibians, 37 species of mammals, and an array of rare insects and plant species.
Plenty of activities are offered, including lectures, bird walks and educational activities. The refuge may be visited 1/2 hour before sunrise to 1/2 hour after sunset 7 days a week.
Location? 11978 Turkle Pond Rd. Tel. 302-684-8419. For more info., please visit http://www.fws.gov/refuge/prime_hook/. The Visitor Center is open Monday through Friday year round from 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. On week-ends, the Visitor Center is open from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. from December through March and from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. from April through November.
July 17, 2014
8 a.m. – 11 a.m. – BIRDING FIELD TRIP AT PRIME HOOK – Led by volunteer birding guides, beginner and experienced bird watchers will enjoy observing and learning about the bird species frequenting the refuge at this time of the year. Be prepared for the weather and expect to walk about a mile. Take your binoculars, a filed guide, and spotting scope. The leader will also have spotting scopes available. Binoculars will be available to borrow. Meet at the refuge office. Trips are free, open to the public, and will last approx. 3 hours.
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. – PONDSIDE ADVENTURES AT PRIME HOOK – Discover what types of fish and aquatic insects live in the area during this hands-on exploration of refuge waters. Help pull the seine net or scoop a dip net to see what they catch. Footwear is required; sunscreen and hats are recommended for this wet and wild activity! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at the refuge office.
Have a great time!
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