May

Take a Kid Fishing at Lums Pond!
Fishing Event at Lums Pond State Park
Saturday, May 5        10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: Lums Pond State Park    Directions
                   1068 Howell School Rd.
                   Bear, DE 19701
      *Event will take place at the campground                                                     

Event Description: Sponsored by the Aquatic Resources Education Center, this program will teach children fundamental fishing skills and conservation of aquatic ecosystems. For kids ages 6-15 and their parent/guardian. Volunteers are needed to help with fishing education stations and registration.

Contact: For more information or to volunteer, contact Tess Belcher at 302-735-8656 or theresa.belcher@state.de.us. 

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DE Adopt-A-Wetland Workshop
Wading into Wetlands Stewardship: An Orientation Workshop for Adopters
Saturday, May 5        1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Location: DE Aquatic Resources Education Center  Directions
                   4876 Hay Point Landing Rd.
                   Smyrna, DE 19977                                                  

Workshop Description: Learn some neat new stuff about the wealth and worth of Delaware wetlands! Enjoy a field trip to wetlands and experience their spring-to-life wonders! Be among the first to try out a new tool for assessing the health of wetlands. Access and explore some great hands-on loan kits for monitoring wetlands wildlife. Come away with a wealth of ideas that your organization, business, family, school or youth group can use in care, monitoring and stewardship of their wetland habitats. Meet other adopters and celebrate the achievements of our 2012 award winners. The workshop is free, but space is limited. Wetlands goodies will be provided!

To Register: Fill out the registration form and send to Marlene Mervine at the AREC by mail (address above), by fax at 302-653-3431, or by email at marlene.mervine@state.de.us. For more information, contact Marlene at 302-735-8660.

Visit the Adopt-A-Wetland website to learn how YOU can be an adopter!

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Bat Spotters and Acoustic Volunteer Training
Saturday, May 12

Bat Spotters:   2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Acoustic Training:  3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Location: DE Aquatic Resources Education Center    Directions
                   4876 Hay Point Landing Rd.
                   Smyrna, DE 19977                                                  

Training Description: Bat Spotters Training, 2-3:30pm - for new and experienced volunteers. Come for information about bats in Delaware and to adopt a colony to monitor. Training is very helpful but not required to be a Bat Spotter. Acoustic Training, 3:30-4:30pm - training for dedicated volunteers interested in conducting acoustic driving surveys for bats. Acoustic training is required to participate. Limited numbers of acoustic kits available. Surveys begin June 1.

To Register: Please contact Erin Adams with questions, to RSVP, or to get a site assignment if you can’t make it. Please include a mailing address so the updated volunteer packet and assignment can be sent to you. RSVP by email at erin.adams@state.de.us, or call 302-735-8669.

Visit the Bat Program website to learn more!

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Take a Kid Fishing at Killens Pond!
Fishing Event at Killens Pond State Park
Saturday, May 12        10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: Killens Pond State Park    Directions
                   5025 Killens Pond Rd.
                   Felton, DE 19943
        *Event will take place at the boat ramp                                                     

Event Description: Sponsored by the Aquatic Resources Education Center, this program will teach children fundamental fishing skills and conservation of aquatic ecosystems. For kids ages 6-15 and their parent/guardian. Volunteers are needed to help with fishing education stations and registration.

Contact: For more information or to volunteer, contact Tess Belcher at 302-735-8656 or theresa.belcher@state.de.us. 

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Peace, Love & Horseshoe Crab Festival!
At the DuPont Nature Center
Saturday, May 19, 2012      10 a.m. - 4 p.m.     
                
Location: The DuPont Nature Center
                   2992 Lighthouse Road
                   Milford, DE 19963


Event description: This annual event brings together children, families, community members and nature center visitors in celebration of the Mispillion Harbor and it's importance as a habitat for horseshoe crabs and migratory shorebirds. Children may participate in environmental eco-stations, birders can view this migratory phenomenon from the deck, and visitors can check out the wildlife and displays in the nature center! There is food and fun to be had by all!

Volunteers are needed to assist nature center staff with the following activities:

Volunteer shifts include: Morning Shift (9:00 a.m. - 1:00pm) and Afternoon Shift (12:30pm - 4:30 p.m.)

Age requirement: While this event is open to visitors of all ages, volunteers under the age of 18 must provide a parental consent form. Volunteers under the age of 16 must also be accompanied by an adult.

Contact: To volunteer for this event, please contact the DuPont Nature Center at 302-422-1329.