Nature of Delaware Blog

By Matt Babbitt, Abbott’s Mill Nature Center Manager Delaware Nature Society is excited to celebrate the 35th Anniversary of Abbott’s Mill Nature Center, a hidden gem of southern Delaware nestled just 4 miles outside of Milford. Abbott’s encompasses 483 acres of towering upland forests, restored native meadows, pristine ponds fed by sinuous streams, mystic Atlantic white…

During the fall and winter months one of our the most frequent sightings in the Russell W. Peterson Urban Wildlife Refuge marsh is of Red-winged Blackbirds sitting on grasses or making short, low flights in small flocks from plant to plant.  Male red-winged blackbirds have black, glossy feathers with red and yellow shoulder patches on…

Written by Christina Daniels, Farm Apprentice Why PASA Is a Coverdale Farm Preserve Favorite We leverage PASA each year to connect with fellow farmers, swap ideas, learn new practices, and stay on top of agricultural trends that directly impact our work at Coverdale Farm Preserve. The conference is a mix of practical, science-based learning and…

On April 3, communities came together at Johnston Park in Wilmington to bring new life to a growing community space. Led by Kerry Wilson, Habitat and Outreach Manager for Delaware Nature Society, and supported by community partners, the next phase of the 1,300-foot rain garden project took root with an incredible day of planting. This…

Sam’s KIDS builds on the legacy of the Delaware KIDS Fund, originally established in 2009 by Harvey, Hanna & Associates to support children in need across Delaware. Today, the fund has been reestablished as Sam’s KIDS (Kids In Distressed Situations) in honor of Samuel J. Hanna, whose life and spirit continue to inspire its mission.  Sam’s KIDS is a nonprofit organization dedicated…