CIB Events

Scientific and Technical Advisory Committee (STAC) Wind Subcommittee Meeting

The Scientific and Technical Advisory Committee (STAC) wind subcommittee is tasked with understanding impacts, if any, associated with the construction, operations, and maintenance of offshore wind near coastal Delaware, most likely from transmission lines that connect the offshore array into the distribution center located within the watershed. The Center’s STAC is composed of scientists and […]

Delaware Climate Action Rally

Join us at the Delaware Climate Action Rally on May 2nd from 11am-4pm and show your support for Delaware’s proposed Climate Change Solutions Act. Our Outreach and Education Director, Lisa Swanger, and our Conservation and Watershed Planning Director, Michelle Schmidt, will be some of the day’s featured speakers. The Climate Change Solutions Act is a […]

Kids’ Day: Wild About Birds at the Inland Bays Garden Center

This program is a family friendly kids’ day— designed for parents, grandparents and guardians to learn alongside the young children in their lives. A parent or guardian must remain with their children throughout the program. Learn about the different adaptations birds have and why they are important to the Inland Bays and your yard at home! […]

Who Is Hiding in Plain Sight?

What do horseshoe crabs, turtles and toads have in common? They’re all masters of disguise! Learn more about how these animals use camouflage and put your skills to the test during a game. The program will also include a take-home project to help people bring their new knowledge & skills back to their own gardens! […]

Magnificent Monarchs

What’s the difference between butterflies and moths? Learn about how these animals are different and why many people easily confuse the two. Then, participants will closely examine the monarch butterfly and learn about what makes it a magnificent visitor in your garden. The program will also include a take-home project to help people bring their […]

Ocean to Bay Bike Tour: Coastal Cruise

Sign up for a fun 10-mile coastal cruise ride up to the Big Chill Beach Club (located at the Indian River Inlet) and back to Downtown Bethany. This ride can be completed any time on Friday (12:00 PM- 5:00 PM) or Saturday (11:00 AM – 5:00 PM). The starting point of the ride is the […]

Coastal Community Clean-Up

Join the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce and the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays in celebrating Earth Day at the Coastal Community Clean-up! In partnership with Keep Delaware Beautiful, Waste Management, and Surfrider Foundation DE, groups and individuals alike are invited to celebrate Earth Day by adopting and cleaning a section of roadway throughout […]

Dine to Donate at Dewey Beer Co.

We had such a great time at our first Dewey Beer Co. Dine to Donate, we’re doing it again! Good beer, good food, and good company- for a good cause! Stop by Dewey Beer Co. on Monday, March 27th from 12pm-9pm and 20% of your purchase will benefit the Center! Dine to Donate is all […]

Inland Bays Birding: Osprey

Join our resident osprey expert on a guided nature walk through the Preserve to learn more about osprey. There will be plenty of opportunities to spot other birds as well, so get your binoculars ready! Closed-toe shoes are encouraged. Please remember to bring water, sunscreen and insect repellant, if desired since the Preserve can be […]

Kid’s Day: Sensational Senses

Engage your senses as we explore the Preserve! Participants will hike the trails and make stops along the way to put your senses to the test! There will be an opportunity to explore each of the 5 senses through games and other exercises. All ages are welcome. Closed-toe shoes are encouraged. Please remember to bring […]