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DOS October Meeting: Holly Merker “Ornitherapy: Why watching birds is not only fun but good for you”

Ashland Nature Center 3511 Barley Mill Road, Hockessin, DE, United States

Learn why getting your daily dose of Ornitherapy is just what the doctor ordered.  We’re pushed and pulled in many directions, no matter our age. If we allow birds and nature to slow us down, we are practicing “selfcare”. Research shows that exposure to nature actively reduces stress, depression, and anxiety, while helping build a ... Read more

Rescheduled! – Searching for Sparrows at Burrows Run with Andy Ednie

After having to cancel this trip on a rainy weekend in early October, we're happy that Andy has been able to reschedule! Searching for Sparrows Join Andy Ednie to search for sparrows in beautiful Burrows Run! October is the perfect time to find migrating sparrows, welcome back our winter birds, and study our year-round residents ... Read more

Sea Watch I with Chris Bennett & Anthony Gonzon

Join Anthony Gonzon and Chris Bennett for 3 brisk birding adventures at the Indian River Inlet this winter! November 13, 2022 – 8am until 12pmJanuary 22, 2023 – 8am until 12pmMarch 12, 2023 – 8am until 12pm To be enjoyed at the Southside Day Use Area (parking lot on the south side of Indian River ... Read more

Youth Birders: Saw-whet Owl Banding at Rushton Farm Preserve

Northern Saw-whet Owl by Jessica Shahan By popular demand! We are booked for an evening visit to an owl banding station in Newtown Square, PA. We will get a chance to learn about this amazing owl species, learn about how and why scientists study them and hopefully get to meet an owl or two up ... Read more

DOS November Meeting: Matthew Halley “New and overlooked sources in the history of American Ornithology”

Delaware Museum of Nature and Science 4840 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, Delaware, United States

NOTE THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD AT THE DELAWARE MUSEUM OF NATURE AND SCIENCE. SEE BELOW. Matthew R. Halley is the Interim Curator of Birds at the Delaware Museum of Natural History. Dr. Halley received his doctorate in environmental science from Drexel University and the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, where he primarily ... Read more

Youth Birders: Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge

Hooded Merganser by Michael Moore This trip is all about waterfowl! Join us to explore numerous species of ducks and geese that move into the Mid-Atlantic region for the winter each year. We'll be bringing scopes to make sure we get great looks, so don't miss out! Please RSVP to Jessica at [email protected] so we'll ... Read more

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Youth Birders: White Clay Creek State Park

Red-breasted Nuthatch by Michael Moore We will meet at the Nature Center and explore the nearby trails looking for winter residents like sparrows, red-breasted nuthatches, juncos and winter finches! Please RSVP to Jessica at [email protected] so we'll know to expect you.

Midwinter Bird Walk at Alapocas with Sally O’Byrne

Dark-eyed Junco by Michael Moore Explore Alapocas Woods for wintering birds Come out and get to know some of the birds that are at home in the woods and fields during winter! Contact Carolyn at [email protected] if you have any questions about this trip. Meet at the Blue Ball Barn near the traffic circle on ... Read more