Delaware Highlands Conservancy

As the breeding season, or rut, approaches, White-tailed deer become increasingly active. Join us to learn about the reasons behind this heightened activity and explore fascinating behaviors of White-tailed deer throughout the year! Fee is $5 for Conservancy members and $10 for non-members; kids under 12 are free. Advance registration is requested. This program is…

Join us for an exciting exploration into the world of owls! In this program, we will solve the mystery of whoo is responsible for the disappearance of Mrs. Hen. Was it one of the owls, or is another creature to blame? We need YOUR help to crack the case - put your investigation skills to…

There’s no better time to talk about the turkey than—you guessed it—Thanksgiving! Did you know the turkey was almost our national bird? Join us for Turkey Talk to learn about all things turkey, including their habits and how they live. Space is limited and prior registration is requested. Event fee is $5 for Conservancy members…

Ever wondered where animals go when the snow starts to fall? Join us as we read Over and Under the Snow by Kate Messner and do some fun activities and crafts to learn about wildlife in winter. This program is intended for elementary-age kids and families. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Fee is…

Ever wonder about the difference between a red fox and a grey fox? Did you know that grey fox are the only member of the canine family that can climb trees? Do opossums really play dead? What is a fisher? Join us to learn about many of the various furry animals that live in the…

The Conservancy's winter Eagle Watch program runs through January and February, weekends only. Volunteers cover morning or afternoon shifts at the Eagle Observation Areas. New and returning Eagle Watch volunteers are invited to join us Saturday, December 14 from 9am-11am at the Highlights Facility at Boyds Mills for an in-person training and opportunity to pick…