Recap of the Lazy Birder Field Trip at the Peterson Refuge

October 28, 2023By Joe Francis Hunter’s Moon by Carolyn Holland This was the Inaugural afternoon/evening bird walk at DEEC and attracted 14 birders including many new to DOS field trips to enjoy glorious Indian Summer weather. Highlights included great views of Bald Eagle, Great Egret, newly arrived Green-winged Teal, and resplendent male Red-winged Blackbirds showing … Read more

Hawk Watch Report December 2022

The Cape Henlopen Hawk Watch had a total of 8,762 migrants for the 2022 season. It was the highest season count at Henlopen since 2014. During the last two weeks of November vultures were moving through daily. A high of 35 Turkey Vultures were seen on both November 17 and 23. On November 17, a … Read more