University of Delaware Farm & Ecology Woods with Blue Hen Birding

Ecology Woods by Sam Melanson, President of Blue Hen Birding

Join Blue Hen Birding to explore the University of Delaware Farm & Ecology Woods!

A variety of habitats at the farm present great opportunities to observe a diversity of bird species. In the wetlands we can look for shorebirds, waders & ducks. Dr. Jeff Buler will lead us through Ecology Woods where we can find resident birds along with migrating wood warblers.  Please be aware that the woodland trails are narrow & there may be logs or branches to walk over.  Afterwards, as time permits we’ll walk around the farm’s fields to look for kestrels & other raptors.  Participants should be prepared with bug spray and appropriate footwear as the woods & areas near the wetlands can be muddy.

Photo by Sam Melanson

This trip will be limited to 12 participants. Please email Carolyn at [email protected] providing contact information to sign up for this trip or if you have any questions.

Meet at the UDairy Creamery, 535 S College Ave, Newark DE & perhaps enjoy some ice cream after our walk! Parking must be paid by the hour using the Passport Parking App in Zone 755 (Lot 1 in front of the Fred Rust Ice Arena) or in Zone 756 (Lot 2 next to the UDairy Creamery & behind Townsend Hall).