NEWS FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Oct. 12, 2009
Vol. 39, No. 407
Contact: Ray Bivens, Chief of Programming, Delaware State Parks, 302-739-9220, or Necia Beck, Delaware State Parks 302-739-9175, Necia.Beck@state.de.us
Delaware State Parks to host Halloween events
DOVER - The public is invited to visit their favorite Delaware State Park to enjoy festive Halloween celebrations. Parks throughout the state are hosting events for families, adults, groups and individuals. More information is available from each park, or online at www.destateparks.com.
Brandywine Creek State Park
41 Adams Dam Road, Wilmington
302-577-3534
Nature Center
302-655-5740
18th Annual Brandywine Creek State Park Haunted Trail
7-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 23 and 24
Creepy crawlers, ghoulish delights, blazing jack o’ lanterns, scary surprises and unbelievable mazes are a few of the scenes you’ll find at Brandywine Creek State Park’s annual Haunted Trail. Recommended for ages 12 and older. $10 per person. No pre-registration required.
Haunted Trail Volunteers Needed!
Join the “Scream Team” and help plan, set up, clean up and scare the wits out of Brandywine Creek’s Haunted Trail visitors. Call 302-655-5740 or e-mail Claire.Earnhart@state.de.us to sign-up.
The Brandywine Zoo
1001 North Park Drive, Wilmington, DE 19802
302-571-7788
BOO at the ZOO 2009!
1 - 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24
Celebrate another Halloween at Brandywine Zoo’s merry, not scary, event. This event is for all ages and includes fun games, face painting, a “spooky” scavenger hunt, critters that creep, and special treats. Children and their grown-ups are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes! Free with paid admission to the Zoo!
Cape Henlopen State Park
42 Cape Henlopen Drive, Lewes, DE 19958
302-645-8983
Seaside Nature Center
302-645-6852
Great Pumpkin Carving Contest
11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 17
We provide the pumpkins and tools, you bring your imagination and skill. Pumpkins will be judged by Fantasy Trail participants on Saturday and Sunday evenings. First prize is a weekend stay at one of Trap Pond State Park’s cabins; second prize is a 2009 Annual Park Pass. Call 302-645-6852 to register and for meeting location. $20 per team.
21st Annual Children’s Fantasy Trail
6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 23 and 24, and 6 - 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25
Bring the kids to our 21st Fantasy Trail. Trick-or-treat for candy and toys with your favorite storybook characters on our best trail ever. Entertainment under the tent each evening will include singing, juggling, magic and more. $5 per person, adults and children. Costumes are appreciated.
The First State Heritage Park at Dover
152 South State Street, Dover, DE 19901
302-739-9194
Dark Dover
7 and 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 16 and 17
Meet at the Delaware Visitor Center. Witness firsthand the chilling true stories of gruesome murders, whippings, and spirits that have left their sinister imprint on The Green. Pre-registration is required and spaces are limited, so please call 302-739-9194 for reservations. $10 per person.
Fort Delaware State Park
Clinton Street, Delaware City
302-834-7941
Paranormal Adventures
Two tours nightly: 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.
Fridays, Oct. 2, 9, 16 and 23, and Saturdays, Oct. 3, 10, 17 and 24
Visitors will explore areas of Fort Delaware that have been investigated on SyFy’s Ghost Hunters and the Travel Channel’s Most Haunted, including the west end of the Endicott section where possible paranormal activity was captured on camera. Investigators will use EMFs, data recorders and temperature sensors at each area. Light refreshments, t-shirts and other items will be available for purchase. Tickets are $40 per person, and visitors must be 12 or older. Call 877-987-2757 or visit www.delaware.reserveworld.com to register.
Killens Pond State Park
5025 Killens Pond Road, Felton, DE 19943
302-284-4526
Nature Center: 302-284-4299
Halloween Hayride
6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, and 5, 6 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24
Show off your costume and share scary stories as we travel throughout the park on our hay wagon. Meet at the campground amphitheater. $4 adults, $2 under 12. Pre-registration is required.
Things that Go Bump in the Night
8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23
No need to be scared. This night hike will help explain the sounds of the night and take away a little of the scare when you learn how amazing the night life can be. $2 per participant. Meet at the campground amphitheater. Please pre-register by calling 302-284-4299.
Pumpkin Carving
1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24
First, learn how to create great jack o’ lanterns for Halloween. Then try out your new skills on a pumpkin and take it home with you. Pumpkins, directions, tools and carving templates will be provided. Meet at the campground pavilion. Cost is $3 per person and includes pumpkin. Please pre-register by calling 302-284-4299.
Halloween Havoc
11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24
Bring the family and friends to a fun free-for-all program filled with crafts and activities. Meet at the campground pavilion. Please pre-register by calling 302-284-4299. $2 per person.
Trick or Treat
2 - 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24
Time to dress up in your favorite costume and test out your trick-or-treating skills. Walk the campground and see how many treats you can get to enjoy for the rest of the weekend. Be sure to stay dressed for the costume contest.
Costume and Campsite Decorating Contest
4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24
Dress in your favorite Halloween costume and see how you compare. There will be prizes for best costume and scariest, as well as the best decorated campsite. Meet at the campground pavilion.
Halloween Hayrides and Campfire
6 p.m. Fridays, Oct. 24 and 31
5, 6, 7 and 8 p.m. Saturdays, Oct. 25 and Nov. 1
Children of all ages are welcome to test their costumes and scary stories as we travel throughout the park on our hay wagon and then end up around the campfire for some spooky tales. $4 for adults and $2 for children under 12. Please pre-register by calling 302-284-4299. Meet at the campground amphitheater.
Lums Pond State Park
1068 Howell School Road, Bear, DE 19701
302-368-6989
Halloween Camping Weekend
Friday and Saturday, Oct. 23 and 24
Decorate your campsite for Halloween and get a chance to win a prize for the most original. Enjoy a hayride (small fee applies) and Halloween Howls with Diane Delaney. Call 877-987-2757 to reserve your campsite.
White Clay Creek State Park
750 Thompson Station Road, Newark, DE
302-368-6900
Mystery at the Mansion
7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 23 and 24
Return to 1943 to solve this sneaky spy story complete with Big Band music, outrageous suspects and the race for victory in our newest mystery, “Lies, Spies & Allies!” Must be 18 or older. Due to limited capacity, registration and full payment are required in advance. Refunds are not available. $20 per person. $36 per couple.
