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SUMMARY:The Market at Coverdale
DESCRIPTION:When you shop The Market at Coverdale\, you can eat well and feel good about the fresh vegetables and pastured eggs we grow/raise specially for you. Discover a carefully curated selection of local and artisanal “full-diet” offerings like dairy\, honey\, meat\, fresh baked goods\, specialty items\, and more. \n\n\n\nEvery trip to The Market at Coverdale shows your dedication to good food and a healthy environment. Make us a tradition that will elevate your eating and cooking experience. \n\n\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n\n		\n\n\n\n		\n\n\n\n		\n\n\n\n		\n\n\n\n		\n\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarket Hours\n\n\n\nApril – NovemberFridays\, 12 pm – 6 pmSaturdays\, 10 am – 5 pmSundays\, 11 am – 3 pm(No dogs permitted) \n\n\n\nClosures:Saturday\, November 22Friday\, November 28
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Sale ~ Abbott's Mill Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Shop our Spring Native Plant Sale for a variety of plants that create visual interest while providing food and shelter for wildlife. | Free!
URL:https://delnature.firstascentstaging.com/event/native-plant-sale-abbotts-mill-nature-center/
LOCATION:Abbott’s Mill Nature Center\, 15411 Abbotts Pond Road\, Milford\, DE\, 19963\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Plant Native\, Buy Local.\n\n\n\nShop our Spring and Fall Native Plant Sales for plants for a variety of growing conditions that help you Garden for Water and Wildlife. Shop a variety of plants that create visual interest while providing food and shelter for wildlife. \n\n\n\n\nView the Catalog\n\n\n\n\nYour Purchase Supports Wildlife  \n\n\n\nBuying native plants at the DelNature Native Plant Sale helps wildlife [link to Garden for Wildlife one-pager] by fulfilling essential needs. \n\n\n\nAll proceeds of the Native Plant Sale benefit Delaware Nature Society and our mission [link to Who We Are page] to improve the environment through education\, conservation\, and advocacy. Your support of the sale helps us to advance this important work. \n\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions\n\n\n\nWhat are the prices of the plants? \n\n\n\nActual pricing depends on many variables and can often change up until the last minute\, so pricing is not included in this catalogue. However\, most herbaceous plants (flowers\, grasses\, ferns) range from $10 to $15\, and most shrubs and trees range from $25 to $50. \n\n\n\nWhat is your refund/exchange policy? \n\n\n\nAll sales are final. Your patience and understanding are appreciated. \n\n\n\nQuestions? \n\n\n\nEmail us or call 302-239-2334. \n\n\n\nJoin Us as a Volunteer\n\n\n\nVolunteers are needed for the annual Native Plant Sale at Coverdale Farm Preserve. \n\n\n\n\nSign Up to Volunteer\n\n\n\n\nGardening Resources\n\n\n\n\nFill out the Plant Finder Worksheet and bring it to the Native Plant Sale – we’ll help you choose the best plants for your situation.\n\n\n\nNative Plants for Difficult Situations\n\n\n\nLearn How to Garden for Wildlife\n\n\n\n\nNative Plant Sale Catalog Archive\n\n\n\nGet help for designing your yard or land as you Garden for Water and Wildlife [link to Garden for Wildlife one-pager]. Enjoy these tips and ideas from our past Native Plant Sale Catalogue publications. \n\n\n\n\n\nNative Plant Sale 2018+\n\n\n\n\nSedges\, a Garden WorkhorseBy George Coombs\, Horticultural Research Manager\, Mt. Cuba Center \n\n\n\nGardening with GrassesBy Lori Athey\, Habitat Outreach Coordinator\, Delaware Nature Society \n\n\n\n\n\n\nNative Plant Sale 2017+\n\n\n\n\nGardening for BirdsBy Barbara Aldinger\, Native Plant Sale Committee Member \n\n\n\nNative Viburnums for the GardenBy Susan C. Boss\, Horticulturist\, Mt. Cuba Center \n\n\n\n\n\n\nNative Plant Sale 2016+\n\n\n\n\nPlants with Something ExtraBy Barbara Aldinger\, Native Plant Sale Committee Member \n\n\n\nForgotten Asters of FallBy Marcie Weigelt \n\n\n\n\n\n\nNative Plant Sale 2015  \n\n\n\nWould you like your yard to be a flower show all season?By Sandy Dennison-James\, Volunteer Chair of the Native Plant Sale Committee \n\n\n\nPeacefully coexisting with bees and other pollinators By Lori Athey\, Habitat Outreach Coordinator\, Delaware Nature Society \n\n\n\nMore blooms for all By Barbara Aldinger\, Native Plant Sale Committee Member \n\n\n\nNative Plant Sale 2014  \n\n\n\nArtistic by Nature: Container Gardening with Native Plants By Donna Wiley\, Formal Garden Horticulturist\, Mt. Cuba Center \n\n\n\nNative Plant Sale 2013 \n\n\n\nFour Seasons Alison J. Long \n\n\n\nBeautiful Plants for Rain Gardens and Damp Spots Lori Athey\, Guided Path Design \n\n\n\nNative Plant Sale 2012 [H3] \n\n\n\nInvasive Plant Management By Greg Gagliano\, DelNature Backyard Habitat Coordinator & Manager\, Red Tail Restoration \n\n\n\nLandscape Alternatives to Invasive Plants By Renee Kemmerer\, Gardener\, Mt. Cuba Center \n\n\n\nHow Invasive Plants Harm our Gardens and ForestsBy Elaine Schmerling\, Backyard Habitat Steward\, Delaware Nature Society & Ardentown Natural Land Steward \n\n\n\nNative Plant Sale 2011  \n\n\n\nHooked on Host Plants Nancy Carol Willis\, Teacher Naturalist\, Delaware Nature Society\, and children’s nature writer & illustrator \n\n\n\nBeautiful Plants for Rain Gardens and Damp Spots Lori Athey\, Guided Path Design \n\n\n\nNative Plant Sale 2010  \n\n\n\nNative Edibles in the Landscape Nancy Bell\, Master Gardener \n\n\n\nAttracting Birds to Your Backyard Lovat Watts\, Backyard Habitat Steward\, Delaware Nature Society \n\n\n\nNative Plant Sale 2009  \n\n\n\nGoing Vertical With Native Vines Margot Chalfant\, Land Preservation Coordinator\, Delaware Nature Society \n\n\n\nConserve Water Using Rain Barrels John Harrod\, DuPont Environmental Education Center Manager\, Delaware Nature Society \n\n\n\nNative Plant Sale 2008  \n\n\n\nWhat is a Native Plant? Lori Athey\, Guided Path Planning & Garden Design \n\n\n\nGoldenrod Becky Long\, Horticulturist\, North Creek Nursery \n\n\n\nThank You to Our Native Plant Sale Photographers\n\n\n\nDelaware Nature Society staff:Joe Sebastiani\, Ian Stewart\, Kristen Travers \n\n\n\nDelNature Members\, friends\, and volunteers:Lori Athey\, Hank Davis\, Karen Dever\, Pat Field\, Bill Hicks\, Rick J. Lewandowski\, Donna Shand\, John Harrod\, Christi Leeson\, David Smith \n\n\n\nThanks To Our Advertising Sponsors\n\n\n\n[Carousel of sponsor logos: Wild Birds Unlimited\, Chanticleer\, Artesian Water Company\, Gateway Gardens\, Red Tail Restoration & Land Management]
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LOCATION:Coverdale Farm Preserve\, 543 Way Rd\, Greenville\, DE\, 19807\, United States
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Sale Public Day ~ Coverdale Farm Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Shop our Native Plant Sale for plants for a variety of growing conditions that help you Garden for Water and Wildlife. | Free!
URL:https://delnature.firstascentstaging.com/event/native-plant-sale-public-day-coverdale-farm-preserve/
LOCATION:Coverdale Farm Preserve\, 543 Way Rd\, Greenville\, DE\, 19807\, United States
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SUMMARY:Honey and Hotels ~ Ashland Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Help the Delaware Nature Society build Bee Hotels for our buzzy pollinator friends and even take one home for yourself! Enjoy honey from a local apiary while you learn all about these very important pollinators! | $18.00
URL:https://delnature.firstascentstaging.com/event/honey-and-hotels-ashland-nature-center/
LOCATION:Ashland Nature Center\, 3511 Barley Mill Road\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Ages
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SUMMARY:Farm Stroll ~ Coverdale Farm Preserve
DESCRIPTION:This low-impact hike offers a chance to explore the happenings on the farm\, visit with the animals\, and take in the natural beauty. | Free!
URL:https://delnature.firstascentstaging.com/event/farm-stroll-coverdale-farm-preserve-4/
LOCATION:Coverdale Farm Preserve\, 543 Way Rd\, Greenville\, DE\, 19807\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Ages
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SUMMARY:Netting in the Marsh ~ DuPont Environmental Education Center
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in the captivating world of marsh ecosystems! Use dip nets to get up close and personal with tadpoles\, fish\, snails\, and more. This is 30 minutes of hands-on fun you don’t want to miss! | Free!
URL:https://delnature.firstascentstaging.com/event/netting-in-the-marsh-dupont-environmental-education-center-4/
LOCATION:DuPont Environmental Education Center\, 1400 Delmarva Lane\, Wilmington\, DE\, 19801\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Ages
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SUMMARY:Adult Farm Hike ~ Coverdale Farm Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Experience a scenic\, mid-impact hike that changes weekly based on participant interest. Enjoy fresh air\, peaceful views\, and a deeper connection with nature on the farm and in the preserve. | Free!
URL:https://delnature.firstascentstaging.com/event/adult-farm-hike-coverdale-farm-preserve-2/
LOCATION:Coverdale Farm Preserve\, 543 Way Rd\, Greenville\, DE\, 19807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:Meet Marsh Animals ~ DuPont Environmental Education Center
DESCRIPTION:Take a naturalist guided boardwalk stroll to look for wildlife and see our live animal collection. Just drop in\, or let us know you’re coming by registering now. | Free! | Free!*
URL:https://delnature.firstascentstaging.com/event/meet-marsh-animals-dupont-environmental-education-center-4/
LOCATION:DuPont Environmental Education Center\, 1400 Delmarva Lane\, Wilmington\, DE\, 19801\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Ages
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SUMMARY:Young Farmers Club\, May 2 ~ Coverdale Farm Preserve
DESCRIPTION:This 6-week hands-on program lets kids explore farming through animal care\, gardening\, and cooking. They’ll gain practical skills and a deeper respect for how farms and nature work together | $140.00 (grades 3-6)
URL:https://delnature.firstascentstaging.com/event/young-farmers-club-may-2-coverdale-farm-preserve/
LOCATION:Coverdale Farm Preserve\, 543 Way Rd\, Greenville\, DE\, 19807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children
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