***Meeting location: Giving Pond Recreation Area, 1125 River Rd. (PA-32), Upper Black Eddy, PA 18972***

How can some creatures go from salt water to freshwater or vice versa? Isn’t that cheating? We call these rule-breakers catadromous when they migrate from saltwater to freshwater and anadromous when they move from freshwater to saltwater. Join a state park naturalist for a paddle on the Giving Pond while we talk about different species in PA that manage to pull this off, with a focus on the mysterious American eel.

For this program, we will go over some of the basics for paddling. We will go over safety and paddle strokes on land. Once we get on the water, we will explore Giving Pond while watching for wildlife and learning about local aquatic critters.

Use of single or tandem kayaks, paddles, and life jackets provided. ***Due to limited tandems, please notify ahead of time if you would prefer a tandem. Space is limited; registration required. ***

This program may be modified or cancelled in the case of inclement weather.

For any questions, please reach out to Annastasia Soto at annsoto@pa.gov.

Bathrooms: There is a port-o-john at the parking lot. What to Bring: Paddling is a get wet sport - be sure to bring shoes you are okay with getting wet. Please also bring drinking water.Photo courtesy of PA Fish and Boat Commission

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***Registration required: Please register for this program by clicking the green "register" button. ***

Want a mid-week break to relax on the water? Come join a state park naturalist for a kayak paddle at Giving Pond Recreation Area. We’ll go over the basics of paddling and water safety on land before getting on the pond for a leisurely paddle into the evening. Use of single or tandem kayaks, paddles, and life jackets provided. ***Due to limited tandems, please notify ahead of time if you would prefer a tandem. ***

This program may be modified or cancelled in the case of inclement weather. For any questions, please reach out to Annastasia Soto at annsoto@pa.gov.

Bathrooms: There is a port-o-john at the parking lot. What to Bring: Paddling is a get wet sport - be sure to bring shoes you are okay with getting wet. Please also bring water (to drink!).

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***Registration is required.

How is the Delaware River so clean? And what dwells at the bottom of the river? Join state park staff for a walk along the historic Delaware Canal Towpath at Thompson-Neely House while we talk about the mighty mussels that help keep our waters clean! We will walk roughly 0.5 miles to Pidcock Creek for a gentle stream exploration and then continue our walk. For this program:

What to bring: Sun protection, water, shoes that can get wet, and gentle hands!

Bathrooms: There are flush restrooms on the premises, located in the lot at the top of the hill by Thompson-Neely House.

We will meet in the lower lot down the hill from the house. For any questions about this program, please contact Annastasia Soto at annsoto@pa.gov. This program may be cancelled or modified in the case of inclement weather.

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***Meeting location/Direccion: 1635 River Rd, New Hope, PA 18938 {The parking area is by the canal in the upper section of Washington Crossing Historic Park across River Road from the Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve. The entrance drive is at the intersection of Aquetong Rd and Rt. 32/River Rd, two miles south of the town of New Hope. / El estacionamiento es por el canal en la area norte de parque estatal de Washington Crossing en River Road, a cruz de Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve (conserva de flor silvestre). La entrada está a la intersección de Aquetong Rd y Rt. 32/River Rd, 2 millas sur de New Hope. } ***

It’s August and a wonderful time for everyone to bird! Whether you are new or a pro, join state park staff for a walk on the Canal’s towpath beginning at Thompson-Neely House. We anticipate spotting a beautiful variety of birds as we go, especially bluebirds. This program will have both English and Spanish instruction.

We will cover about 3 miles round trip on mostly flat ground. Please wear appropriate footwear for the distance, bring water and any snacks you may want, and wear sun protection. There will be a limited supply of binoculars available to borrow; participants may bring their own from home as well. For any questions, please reach out to Annastasia Soto at annsoto@pa.gov.

¡Ya es agosto y el tiempo perfecto de observar las aves! Si es nuevo a aprender sobre las aves o tiene mucha experiencia, acompáñanos para un sendero en el camino de Delaware Canal. Vamos a empezar por la casa de Thompson-Neely y buscar para las aves. Esperamos a encontrar una variedad muy linda de los pájaros. Este programa será en inglés y español.

Este sendero será un total de 3 millas en tierra plana. Por favor vístase zapatos apropiados para la distancia, traiga agua y algunos bocados para su mismo, y vístase protección solar. Proveeremos un número limitado de los binoculares; también los participantes pueden traerlos de la casa.

Para todas preguntas, por favor contacta Annastasia Soto a annsoto@pa.gov.

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***Meeting location: Delaware Canal State Park Office, 11 Lodi Hill Rd., Upper Black Eddy, PA***

Come join us on this moderately paced ~4 mile towpath trek to watch the sun set & the full "sturgeon” moon rise in the east. We will listen for owls & keep an eye out for other crepuscular critters while learning about the history of the Delaware Canal.

After meeting at the park office, we will walk south along the towpath to the only covered bridge that remains along the canal in the charming hamlet of Uhlerstown. We will walk across the bridge to see some of the well-kept, historic buildings then turn around and head back to the office.

Please bring water, wear sturdy shoes & bring a flashlight or headlamp in case of cloud cover.

Program will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather or hazardous driving conditions.

For more information, please contact Annastasia Soto at annsoto@pa.gov.

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**Age restrictions: paddlers must be 15 years old or older

**Price: FREE for members of Tinicum Conservancy; $50 for non-members

**Kayaks: provided for those who register (see note below^^)

**Snorkeling: Opportunity to snorkel the Delaware during our lunch stop!

Seats are limited! After the first 12 registrations, we will add you to the "wait list" and let you know your status.

^^Kayaks: If you prefer to paddle your own kayak or canoe, contact Erik Silldorff in advance to determine whether we have the capacity to accommodate you on this trip (esilldlorff@tinicumconservancy.org)

This event is subject to change or cancellation based on river levels & weather. The safety of all participants is paramount on this trip, and all participants will be required to wear their PFD (aka, life jacket) at all times when paddling and wading in the river.

Questions? Please contact Erik Silldorff (esilldorff@tinicumconservancy.org)

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***Registration Required***

Every ghost story you’ve ever heard offers a glimpse of the time of its origin. Join a state park naturalist for an evening hike on the Delaware Canal towpath, while we talk about local history and hauntings, and tap into why ghosts fascinate us so much in the first place.

For this walk, we will cover roughly 3 miles round trip on flat ground. Please bring water, any snacks you may want, and comfortable shoes for walking. We will also be out slightly past sunset for this hike, so you may want to bring a flashlight in case of cloud cover. For any questions about this program, please contact Annastasia Soto at annsoto@pa.gov.

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***Meeting location: Delaware Canal State Park Office, 11 Lodi Hill Rd., Upper Black Eddy, PA***

Join us for a stroll along the Delaware Canal towpath as dusk starts to settle in and learn to identify 10+ native trees along the way. We will walk at a slow pace for ~2 miles with many stops to observe trees by flashlight/headlamp. The towpath is a flat, level surface and there will be no elevation gain/loss.

Please bring water, wear sturdy shoes and bring a headlamp or flashlight!

Program will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather or hazardous driving conditions.

For more info. contact: Katie Martens at kmartens@pa.gov

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***Meeting location: 150 Tory Rd. Pipersville, PA - From the parking lot, walk across the street and head to the left to get to the overlooks***

Join a park naturalist anytime between 9:30am and 11:30am at the overlooks of High Rocks Vistas to learn about and observe one of nature’s coolest creatures - Vultures!

Binoculars will be available to borrow. Participants may also bring their own.

For any questions, please contact Annastasia Soto at annsoto@pa.gov.

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