Volunteer: UD Master Naturalist - LOP SiteFor registered UD Master Naturalist participants only. For info on this program:https://www.udel.edu/academics/colleges/canr/cooperative-extension/environmental-stewardship/master-naturalist/ NEXT STEP: 1. Review information below. 2. To be considered please click on RESPOND bottom at top right and follow instructions.
Volunteer Service Activities for Delaware State Parks for your Master Naturalist Service: Available for year one candidates or continuing service. Activities are as varied as your interests that mesh with the park’s needs and may include: Install or maintain pollinator or rain gardens Engage in invasive plant removal, native plant installation or tree plantings Develop and implement projects to benefit certain plant or animal species such as orchids, birds, reptiles, bats Plan and lead educational or experiential public programming in coordination with Nature Centers and park interpretive programs such as wildflower or bird walks Participate in organizing multi-park projects such as Coastal Cleanup or Creekfest Conduct special projects such as research initiatives, water resource protection, or other projects that fit the park’s needs and your interests.
About Delaware State Parks: Our state parks provide forest, meadow, wetland and seashore habitat for wildlife plus trails, beaches, ponds and recreational facilities for visitors to enjoy nature and the outdoors. Our state parks mission is to provide Delaware's residents and visitors with safe and enjoyable recreational opportunities and open spaces, responsible stewardship of the lands and the cultural and natural resources that we have been entrusted to protect and manage, and resource-based interpretive and educational services. Master Naturalists are currently working to install pollinator gardens, to restore natural areas and to lead themed educational hikes for the public. Please join us and bring your interests and expertise to our state parks. Program: Wilmington State Parks For registered UD Master Naturalist participants only. For info on this program:https://www.udel.edu/academics/colleges/canr/cooperative-extension/environmental-stewardship/master-naturalist/ NEXT STEP: 1. Review information below. 2. To be considered please click on RESPOND bottom at top right and follow instructions.
Volunteer Service Activities for Delaware State Parks for your Master Naturalist Service: Available for year one candidates or continuing service. Activities are as varied as your interests that mesh with the park’s needs and may include: Install or maintain pollinator or rain gardens Engage in invasive plant removal, native plant installation or tree plantings Develop and implement projects to benefit certain plant or animal species such as orchids, birds, reptiles, bats Plan and lead educational or experiential public programming in coordination with Nature Centers and park interpretive programs such as wildflower or bird walks Participate in organizing multi-park projects such as Coastal Cleanup or Creekfest Conduct special projects such as research initiatives, water resource protection, or other projects that fit the park’s needs and your interests.
About Delaware State Parks: Our state parks provide forest, meadow, wetland and seashore habitat for wildlife plus trails, beaches, ponds and recreational facilities for visitors to enjoy nature and the outdoors. Our state parks mission is to provide Delaware's residents and visitors with safe and enjoyable recreational opportunities and open spaces, responsible stewardship of the lands and the cultural and natural resources that we have been entrusted to protect and manage, and resource-based interpretive and educational services. Master Naturalists are currently working to install pollinator gardens, to restore natural areas and to lead themed educational hikes for the public. Please join us and bring your interests and expertise to our state parks. Program: Wilmington State Parks Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19711 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: FOWP Native Habitat RestorationFriends of Wilmington Parks is responsible for the care of the Native Habitat Restoration, whose project site is near the old boathouse at the southwest end of the Swinging Footbridge at Brandywine Park. Under the purview of the FOWP Programming Committee, the NHR standing committee, led by Phillip Liu, and their volunteers work tirelessly to eradicate invasive plants and steward native flora that attract native fauna to help restore a diverse local ecosystem. In 2023, former FOWP Stewards and longtime project team leaders David Jezyk and Denis O’Sullivan accepted a DNREC Volunteer of the Year Award for Community Action Group on behalf of the team. 2023 regular NHR volunteer schedule (late winter to mid-fall): (Generally) 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month (except July) 3/18 10 a.m.-12 p.m. 4/8, 4/22 9-11 a.m. 5/6, 5/20 9-11 a.m. 6/3 9-11 a.m. 6/17 8:30-10 a.m. 7/8, 7/22 8:30-10 a.m. 8/5, 8/19 8:30-10 a.m. 9/2, 9/16 9-11 a.m. 10/14 (planned pollinator garden planting) (Generally) last Thursday of each month (except September) 5-6:30 p.m. 3/30 4/27 5/25 6/29 7/27 8/24 9/21Members of the community interested in learning more about the Friends of Wilmington Parks and how to become a member may visit their website. Program: Wilmington State Parks Friends of Wilmington Parks is responsible for the care of the Native Habitat Restoration, whose project site is near the old boathouse at the southwest end of the Swinging Footbridge at Brandywine Park. Under the purview of the FOWP Programming Committee, the NHR standing committee, led by Phillip Liu, and their volunteers work tirelessly to eradicate invasive plants and steward native flora that attract native fauna to help restore a diverse local ecosystem. In 2023, former FOWP Stewards and longtime project team leaders David Jezyk and Denis O’Sullivan accepted a DNREC Volunteer of the Year Award for Community Action Group on behalf of the team. 2023 regular NHR volunteer schedule (late winter to mid-fall): (Generally) 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month (except July) 3/18 10 a.m.-12 p.m. 4/8, 4/22 9-11 a.m. 5/6, 5/20 9-11 a.m. 6/3 9-11 a.m. 6/17 8:30-10 a.m. 7/8, 7/22 8:30-10 a.m. 8/5, 8/19 8:30-10 a.m. 9/2, 9/16 9-11 a.m. 10/14 (planned pollinator garden planting) (Generally) last Thursday of each month (except September) 5-6:30 p.m. 3/30 4/27 5/25 6/29 7/27 8/24 9/21Members of the community interested in learning more about the Friends of Wilmington Parks and how to become a member may visit their website. Program: Wilmington State Parks Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19802 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Girl Scout Awards & Boy Scout Eagle ProjectsWilmington State Parks welcomes Girl Scouts who are pursuing a Bronze, Silver, or Gold Award and Boy Scouts who will be completing an Eagle Scout Service Project! Wilmington State Parks appreciates the long history of Scouts’ service with Delaware State Parks and is familiar with the processes to achieve such Scout honors. The park may identify potential service projects that would satisfy the requirements of a Girl Scout Award or an Eagle Scout Service Project. Scouts are also welcome to submit proposals for service projects to the park. Requirements: Contact Wilmington State Parks about your interest in completing a project in service of the park. A simple way to do that: Complete the form Girl Scout Awards & Boy Scout Eagle Projects. Regularly meet and discuss project proposals, plans, etc., with park personnel. Receive approval of your project, plans, amendments, revisions, etc., from the Superintendent throughout the process. Complete the project by the required deadline.Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts who enjoy visiting Wilmington State Parks (Brandywine Park, Rockford Park, H. Fletcher Brown Park, Happy Valley neighborhood park, and Kentmere Parkway) are passionate about taking care of natural spaces and supporting local ecosystems, and/or are passionate about supporting Delaware State Parks’ mission are excellent candidates to complete a service project at the park for a Girl Scout Award or the Eagle Scout Rank! Program: Wilmington State Parks Wilmington State Parks welcomes Girl Scouts who are pursuing a Bronze, Silver, or Gold Award and Boy Scouts who will be completing an Eagle Scout Service Project! Wilmington State Parks appreciates the long history of Scouts’ service with Delaware State Parks and is familiar with the processes to achieve such Scout honors. The park may identify potential service projects that would satisfy the requirements of a Girl Scout Award or an Eagle Scout Service Project. Scouts are also welcome to submit proposals for service projects to the park. Requirements: Contact Wilmington State Parks about your interest in completing a project in service of the park. A simple way to do that: Complete the form Girl Scout Awards & Boy Scout Eagle Projects. Regularly meet and discuss project proposals, plans, etc., with park personnel. Receive approval of your project, plans, amendments, revisions, etc., from the Superintendent throughout the process. Complete the project by the required deadline.Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts who enjoy visiting Wilmington State Parks (Brandywine Park, Rockford Park, H. Fletcher Brown Park, Happy Valley neighborhood park, and Kentmere Parkway) are passionate about taking care of natural spaces and supporting local ecosystems, and/or are passionate about supporting Delaware State Parks’ mission are excellent candidates to complete a service project at the park for a Girl Scout Award or the Eagle Scout Rank! Program: Wilmington State Parks Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19802 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Litter CleanupWilmington State Parks welcomes volunteers who are interested in helping to keep our parks free of litter. The Wilmington State Parks maintenance team does an excellent job every day picking up litter in our parks. Weather events and other circumstances can lead to a need for additional help to address litter, however. We are thankful for the countless volunteers who have helped to keep our parks — Brandywine, Rockford, H. Fletcher Brown, and Happy Valley parks, along with Kentmere Parkway — clean and accessible. Note: Volunteers must report safety concerns, including suspicious (e.g., someone’s belongings) or dangerous litter (e.g., sharp edges or points) to park staff. Program: Wilmington State Parks Wilmington State Parks welcomes volunteers who are interested in helping to keep our parks free of litter. The Wilmington State Parks maintenance team does an excellent job every day picking up litter in our parks. Weather events and other circumstances can lead to a need for additional help to address litter, however. We are thankful for the countless volunteers who have helped to keep our parks — Brandywine, Rockford, H. Fletcher Brown, and Happy Valley parks, along with Kentmere Parkway — clean and accessible. Note: Volunteers must report safety concerns, including suspicious (e.g., someone’s belongings) or dangerous litter (e.g., sharp edges or points) to park staff. Program: Wilmington State Parks Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19802 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Garden Bed StewardsWilmington State Parks welcomes volunteers who would like to help care for any of the garden beds throughout the park system. Wilmington State Parks — Brandywine, Rockford, H. Fletcher Brown, and Happy Valley parks, along with Kentmere Parkway — are home to a variety of garden beds. Some park garden beds are not just decorative; they are increasingly becoming functional spaces intended to support local ecosystems. Volunteers help to meet the needs of these garden beds and thus make a significant difference. Primary duties: Report safety concerns or damages Rake leaves and remove branches and other debris Pull or dig up weeds and invasive plants Prune, deadhead, or remove dead or damaged garden plants Cut back and remove vines Other projects as requestedNeeds can be significant after weather events. We are grateful for the countless volunteers who have helped to steward the garden beds in our parks and maintain their purpose as well as beauty. Note: The Jasper Crane Rose Garden is not part of this opportunity. To learn more about stewardship of the Jasper Crane Rose Garden, please visit the Friends of Wilmington Parks’ website. Program: Wilmington State Parks Wilmington State Parks welcomes volunteers who would like to help care for any of the garden beds throughout the park system. Wilmington State Parks — Brandywine, Rockford, H. Fletcher Brown, and Happy Valley parks, along with Kentmere Parkway — are home to a variety of garden beds. Some park garden beds are not just decorative; they are increasingly becoming functional spaces intended to support local ecosystems. Volunteers help to meet the needs of these garden beds and thus make a significant difference. Primary duties: Report safety concerns or damages Rake leaves and remove branches and other debris Pull or dig up weeds and invasive plants Prune, deadhead, or remove dead or damaged garden plants Cut back and remove vines Other projects as requestedNeeds can be significant after weather events. We are grateful for the countless volunteers who have helped to steward the garden beds in our parks and maintain their purpose as well as beauty. Note: The Jasper Crane Rose Garden is not part of this opportunity. To learn more about stewardship of the Jasper Crane Rose Garden, please visit the Friends of Wilmington Parks’ website. Program: Wilmington State Parks Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19802 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Park Flora Protector — Invasive Plant ControlWilmington State Parks welcomes volunteers who are interested in helping to reduce the threat of invasive plants to the land and resources that we have been entrusted to protect and manage. The task facing our collective of parks — Brandywine, Rockford, H. Fletcher Brown, and Happy Valley parks, along with Kentmere Parkway — and local ecosystems is considerable. It requires a concerted, coordinated effort. Fortunately, public consciousness about the harms of invasive plants — plants not native to the region that grow aggressively, complete with native plants for resources, and displace native plants — continues to rise. Volunteers help to meet this challenge and thus make a significant difference in Wilmington State Parks’ quest to manage invasive plants. We are eager to work with like-minded people who are passionate or want to learn more about this issue. Experience is beneficial but not necessary. How volunteers can get involved: Coordinate a volunteer group service project. Contact the Manager of Volunteers to discuss your group’s interest in contributing. Schedule a service project at an available time that is convenient for your group. Join a scheduled volunteer group service project. Register on Delaware State Parks’ volunteer website if you have not already. Peruse open opportunities and RESPOND for an available shift or be notified of future open opportunities. Become a verified volunteer. You will attend an orientation or be trained individually on the essentials of invasive plant management for volunteers and the priority invasive plants for Bellevue State Park. You will receive a field guide to aid in identification of and control method for the invasive or threatening plants you are eligible to manage. You will receive a badge that permits you to manage certain invasive plants on your own time and, after you do, then submit a basic report. You may be notified of opportunities to work with other volunteers on group efforts to manage invasive plants. You may have opportunities to receive education from and work with members of the Delaware State Parks Environmental Stewardship Program.Note: Orientation or training (verification) is required to volunteer on your own. If you respond to this opportunity, you will be contacted about next steps. Resources for those who want to learn more: Plants and Plant Communities resource page — Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), Division of Fish and Wildlife Flora of Delaware Online Database — University of Delaware Water Resources Center DISC Invasive Plant List — Delaware Invasive Species Council Non-native Plants of Delaware (January 2021) — DNREC Division of Fish and WildlifeProgram: Wilmington State Parks Wilmington State Parks welcomes volunteers who are interested in helping to reduce the threat of invasive plants to the land and resources that we have been entrusted to protect and manage. The task facing our collective of parks — Brandywine, Rockford, H. Fletcher Brown, and Happy Valley parks, along with Kentmere Parkway — and local ecosystems is considerable. It requires a concerted, coordinated effort. Fortunately, public consciousness about the harms of invasive plants — plants not native to the region that grow aggressively, complete with native plants for resources, and displace native plants — continues to rise. Volunteers help to meet this challenge and thus make a significant difference in Wilmington State Parks’ quest to manage invasive plants. We are eager to work with like-minded people who are passionate or want to learn more about this issue. Experience is beneficial but not necessary. How volunteers can get involved: Coordinate a volunteer group service project. Contact the Manager of Volunteers to discuss your group’s interest in contributing. Schedule a service project at an available time that is convenient for your group. Join a scheduled volunteer group service project. Register on Delaware State Parks’ volunteer website if you have not already. Peruse open opportunities and RESPOND for an available shift or be notified of future open opportunities. Become a verified volunteer. You will attend an orientation or be trained individually on the essentials of invasive plant management for volunteers and the priority invasive plants for Bellevue State Park. You will receive a field guide to aid in identification of and control method for the invasive or threatening plants you are eligible to manage. You will receive a badge that permits you to manage certain invasive plants on your own time and, after you do, then submit a basic report. You may be notified of opportunities to work with other volunteers on group efforts to manage invasive plants. You may have opportunities to receive education from and work with members of the Delaware State Parks Environmental Stewardship Program.Note: Orientation or training (verification) is required to volunteer on your own. If you respond to this opportunity, you will be contacted about next steps. Resources for those who want to learn more: Plants and Plant Communities resource page — Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), Division of Fish and Wildlife Flora of Delaware Online Database — University of Delaware Water Resources Center DISC Invasive Plant List — Delaware Invasive Species Council Non-native Plants of Delaware (January 2021) — DNREC Division of Fish and WildlifeProgram: Wilmington State Parks Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19802 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Group Service Projects for Work, School, and MoreWilmington State Parks welcomes work, school, and other groups interested in scheduling a service project for their teams, classes, etc. Sites include Brandywine Park, Rockford Park, H. Fletcher Brown Park, Happy Valley Park, and Kentmere Parkway. A group service project is a great way to provide your organization with an opportunity: To give back to the community or to learn about the value of service To promote team building or to learn to collaborate To embrace a new challenge together or to step outside a comfort zone in a safe, fun, and social setting To learn about Delaware State Parks operations and to see the impact of the group’s service To take a break from the office, warehouse, classroom, etc., and enjoy the great outdoors To accumulate service hours collectivelyThe types of group service projects available are based on seasonal needs at Wilmington State Parks, progress of the park’s improvement projects, and other factors. Service projects for school groups may prioritize educational value and are intended to be age-appropriate. Types of seasonal group service projects include: Garden maintenance and care Control of invasive plants and vines Playground maintenance (e.g., mulching, raking) Trail maintenance and care Litter cleanupCoordinators for group service projects may RESPOND AS TEAM to this opportunity and ask about scheduling a date and time that is compatible with the group’s schedule. Coordinators are also welcome to RESPOND AS TEAM to a scheduled service project if there are enough available shifts. Note: The project site’s address may differ from the park’s address and will be provided during scheduling of a group service project. Program: Wilmington State Parks Wilmington State Parks welcomes work, school, and other groups interested in scheduling a service project for their teams, classes, etc. Sites include Brandywine Park, Rockford Park, H. Fletcher Brown Park, Happy Valley Park, and Kentmere Parkway. A group service project is a great way to provide your organization with an opportunity: To give back to the community or to learn about the value of service To promote team building or to learn to collaborate To embrace a new challenge together or to step outside a comfort zone in a safe, fun, and social setting To learn about Delaware State Parks operations and to see the impact of the group’s service To take a break from the office, warehouse, classroom, etc., and enjoy the great outdoors To accumulate service hours collectivelyThe types of group service projects available are based on seasonal needs at Wilmington State Parks, progress of the park’s improvement projects, and other factors. Service projects for school groups may prioritize educational value and are intended to be age-appropriate. Types of seasonal group service projects include: Garden maintenance and care Control of invasive plants and vines Playground maintenance (e.g., mulching, raking) Trail maintenance and care Litter cleanupCoordinators for group service projects may RESPOND AS TEAM to this opportunity and ask about scheduling a date and time that is compatible with the group’s schedule. Coordinators are also welcome to RESPOND AS TEAM to a scheduled service project if there are enough available shifts. Note: The project site’s address may differ from the park’s address and will be provided during scheduling of a group service project. Program: Wilmington State Parks Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19802 Allow Groups: Teams only |
Volunteer: Brandywine Ivy RemovalWilmington State Parks Come meet others who are passionate about keeping our park healthy for generations to come. No experience is necessary, as you'll learn plant identification and how to properly manage invasive vines. For more information about invasive vines:English Ivy https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/terrestrial/plants/english-ivyBittersweet https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/terrestrial/plants/oriental-bittersweetPorcelain-berry https://www.invasiveplantatlas.org/subject.html?sub=78266 When: Sign up for meeting dates and times Who: Suitable for individuals and for families with children 12 and over. Parent consent form required for children under 18. Parent or guardian supervision required for children under 16. Also suitable for groups and corporate teams. Wear: long pants, closed toed shoes and layered clothing that can get dirty and is suitable for the weather. Bring: hand saws, pruners, loppers, chisels and work gloves. Location: The Josephine Fountain Parking: Parking Lot at the Brandywine Zoo, 200 N Park, Dr. Wilmington DE 19802. *New Volunteers* Please click the green RESPOND button above to receive further information about meeting dates and times. Active Volunteers Please remember to Add Hours to enter your hours worked. Site Supervisor: Lucy Dinsmore Email: PlantLadyLucy@gmail.com Program: Wilmington State Parks Wilmington State Parks Come meet others who are passionate about keeping our park healthy for generations to come. No experience is necessary, as you'll learn plant identification and how to properly manage invasive vines. For more information about invasive vines:English Ivy https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/terrestrial/plants/english-ivyBittersweet https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/terrestrial/plants/oriental-bittersweetPorcelain-berry https://www.invasiveplantatlas.org/subject.html?sub=78266 When: Sign up for meeting dates and times Who: Suitable for individuals and for families with children 12 and over. Parent consent form required for children under 18. Parent or guardian supervision required for children under 16. Also suitable for groups and corporate teams. Wear: long pants, closed toed shoes and layered clothing that can get dirty and is suitable for the weather. Bring: hand saws, pruners, loppers, chisels and work gloves. Location: The Josephine Fountain Parking: Parking Lot at the Brandywine Zoo, 200 N Park, Dr. Wilmington DE 19802. *New Volunteers* Please click the green RESPOND button above to receive further information about meeting dates and times. Active Volunteers Please remember to Add Hours to enter your hours worked. Site Supervisor: Lucy Dinsmore Email: PlantLadyLucy@gmail.com Program: Wilmington State Parks Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19802 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Invasive Plant Removal in BrandywineJoin Us in Protecting Wilmington State Parks!
Wilmington State Parks is seeking dedicated volunteers to help combat the spread of invasive plants and protect our local ecosystems. Invasive species threaten the health of our parks by outcompeting native plants, disrupting habitats, and diminishing biodiversity. With your help, we can restore balance and preserve these natural spaces for future generations. Tackling invasive plants requires a coordinated, hands-on effort, and growing public awareness makes this an exciting time to get involved. No experience? No problem! Whether you're passionate about conservation or simply curious to learn more, we welcome all volunteers who want to make a tangible impact. Join us for a rewarding experience in nature, connect with like-minded individuals, and be part of the solution. Ready to help? Sign up today and make a difference in Wilmington State Parks! When: October Thursday: 10/23 at 4:30 p.m.-6 p.m. Fridays: 10/17 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m. November Thursdays 11/6 and 11/20 - 4:30 pm-6p.m. Fridays: 11/14 and 11/28 -9:30 am-11am Who: Suitable for individuals and for families with children 12 and over. Parent consent form required for children under 18. Parent or guardian supervision required for children under 16. Also suitable for groups and corporate teams. Wear: long pants, closed toed shoes and layered clothing that can get dirty and is suitable for the weather. Bring: hand saws, pruners, loppers, chisels and work gloves. Meeting Location: Habitat Hill Brandywine Park which is at base of the swinging pedestrian bridge on the Trolley Sq side of the river.- After parking in the Parking Lot at the Brandywine Zoo cross over the swinging bridge. Habitat Hill will be in that area. (GPS: 39.75985, -75.55711) Parking: Parking Lot at the Parking Lot under RT95- Address 1116 N Park Dr. Wilmington DE
Email: jenniferlang0@gmail.com Plants and Plant Communities resource page — Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), Division of Fish and WildlifeFlora of Delaware Online Database — University of Delaware Water Resources CenterDISC Invasive Plant List — Delaware Invasive Species CouncilNon-native Plants of Delaware (January 2021) — DNREC Division of Fish and Wildlife Program: Wilmington State Parks Join Us in Protecting Wilmington State Parks!
Wilmington State Parks is seeking dedicated volunteers to help combat the spread of invasive plants and protect our local ecosystems. Invasive species threaten the health of our parks by outcompeting native plants, disrupting habitats, and diminishing biodiversity. With your help, we can restore balance and preserve these natural spaces for future generations. Tackling invasive plants requires a coordinated, hands-on effort, and growing public awareness makes this an exciting time to get involved. No experience? No problem! Whether you're passionate about conservation or simply curious to learn more, we welcome all volunteers who want to make a tangible impact. Join us for a rewarding experience in nature, connect with like-minded individuals, and be part of the solution. Ready to help? Sign up today and make a difference in Wilmington State Parks! When: October Thursday: 10/23 at 4:30 p.m.-6 p.m. Fridays: 10/17 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m. November Thursdays 11/6 and 11/20 - 4:30 pm-6p.m. Fridays: 11/14 and 11/28 -9:30 am-11am Who: Suitable for individuals and for families with children 12 and over. Parent consent form required for children under 18. Parent or guardian supervision required for children under 16. Also suitable for groups and corporate teams. Wear: long pants, closed toed shoes and layered clothing that can get dirty and is suitable for the weather. Bring: hand saws, pruners, loppers, chisels and work gloves. Meeting Location: Habitat Hill Brandywine Park which is at base of the swinging pedestrian bridge on the Trolley Sq side of the river.- After parking in the Parking Lot at the Brandywine Zoo cross over the swinging bridge. Habitat Hill will be in that area. (GPS: 39.75985, -75.55711) Parking: Parking Lot at the Parking Lot under RT95- Address 1116 N Park Dr. Wilmington DE
Email: jenniferlang0@gmail.com Plants and Plant Communities resource page — Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), Division of Fish and WildlifeFlora of Delaware Online Database — University of Delaware Water Resources CenterDISC Invasive Plant List — Delaware Invasive Species CouncilNon-native Plants of Delaware (January 2021) — DNREC Division of Fish and Wildlife Program: Wilmington State Parks Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19802 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Monarch Monitoring!Wilmington State Parks is Joining the Monarch Larva Monitoring Project (MLMP) Are you passionate about nature, conservation, or citizen science? Do you want to make a difference in protecting one of North America's most iconic and threatened pollinators — the monarch butterfly? The Monarch Larva Monitoring Project (MLMP) needs your help! The MLMP was created to better understand the distribution and abundance of monarchs during their breeding season. Volunteers across the country monitor milkweed plants for monarch eggs and caterpillars, contributing data that is used by scientists and conservationists to inform national strategies for monarch recovery. What Do Volunteers Do?Monitoring site — WSP has designated a site in Brandywine Park near Habitat Hill. Directions: Park in Brandywine Park, walk over swinging bridge and the monitoring site is right there. Or Park on Lovering Ave and walk down the hill to the site. Visit regularly — Monitor your site weekly (or as often as possible) during the monarch breeding season (typically late spring through early fall). Collect data — Count milkweed stems, monarch eggs, and larvae. Report any predators or parasitoids you observe. Submit observations online — Your data helps scientists identify important breeding areas, population trends, and conservation needs. No Experience Necessary!WSP will provide training guides, online resources, and data entry tools. Whether you're a seasoned naturalist or a curious beginner, you'll be fully supported every step of the way. Training opportunities are available online and sometimes in person through partner organizations. Who Can Participate?Individuals and families Classrooms and youth groups Scout troops, nature centers, and environmental organizations Anyone with a love of nature and a little free time! Why It Matters:Monarch populations have declined dramatically in recent decades due to habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change. By monitoring larvae and eggs, we gain a better understanding of how and where monarchs are reproducing — and how to protect them. Ready to Make a Difference?Learn more at: https://mlmp.org/about Help monarchs one milkweed at a time Program: Wilmington State Parks Wilmington State Parks is Joining the Monarch Larva Monitoring Project (MLMP) Are you passionate about nature, conservation, or citizen science? Do you want to make a difference in protecting one of North America's most iconic and threatened pollinators — the monarch butterfly? The Monarch Larva Monitoring Project (MLMP) needs your help! The MLMP was created to better understand the distribution and abundance of monarchs during their breeding season. Volunteers across the country monitor milkweed plants for monarch eggs and caterpillars, contributing data that is used by scientists and conservationists to inform national strategies for monarch recovery. What Do Volunteers Do?Monitoring site — WSP has designated a site in Brandywine Park near Habitat Hill. Directions: Park in Brandywine Park, walk over swinging bridge and the monitoring site is right there. Or Park on Lovering Ave and walk down the hill to the site. Visit regularly — Monitor your site weekly (or as often as possible) during the monarch breeding season (typically late spring through early fall). Collect data — Count milkweed stems, monarch eggs, and larvae. Report any predators or parasitoids you observe. Submit observations online — Your data helps scientists identify important breeding areas, population trends, and conservation needs. No Experience Necessary!WSP will provide training guides, online resources, and data entry tools. Whether you're a seasoned naturalist or a curious beginner, you'll be fully supported every step of the way. Training opportunities are available online and sometimes in person through partner organizations. Who Can Participate?Individuals and families Classrooms and youth groups Scout troops, nature centers, and environmental organizations Anyone with a love of nature and a little free time! Why It Matters:Monarch populations have declined dramatically in recent decades due to habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change. By monitoring larvae and eggs, we gain a better understanding of how and where monarchs are reproducing — and how to protect them. Ready to Make a Difference?Learn more at: https://mlmp.org/about Help monarchs one milkweed at a time Program: Wilmington State Parks Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 19803 Allow Groups: No |