CIB Events

Journey Up the Coast 2022

Registration for this event is now FULL. If you would like to inquire about a waitlist, please email Jackie Knoll at [email protected] The Delaware Center for the Inland Bays (Center) and Maryland Coastal Bays Program (MCBP) are excited to offer “Journey Up the Coast: An In-Person Exploration of the Inland and Coastal Bays” for children […]

Kid’s Day: Hiding In Plain Sight

Who’s Hiding Where? Join us as we explore how some organisms at The James Farm use camouflage to hide in plain sight. Become a “disguise detective” as we learn about types of camouflage adaptations organisms use to hide at The James Farm . Explore The Preserve and participate in a hands-on simulation to learn all […]

Nature’s Recyclers

Did you know there are built in recyclers in the environment? Join us for a hike through the James Farm Ecological Preserve as we explore the trails and learn about some of the local decomposers and scavengers. This event is FREE to attend. You can register for the event HERE. Walkups are welcome. Questions? Contact:   Mary Kunst, Environmental […]

Winter Walk through the Preserve

Ever wonder why trees lose their leaves or why bears hibernate? Join us for a hike through the James Farm Ecological Preserve as we look for wildlife. Learn about the different adaptations plants and animals have that help them survive through the chilly winter months. This event is FREE to attend. You can register for the event HERE. […]

Diamondback Terrapin Survey Training

The public is invited to attend the Center’s virtual Diamondback Terrapin Survey Training. Project Manager, Nivette Pérez-Pérez, will describe the program, its goals, and volunteer needs, and others. More information about the Docent Program can be found HERE. Register HERE! *Pre-registration is required. 

Horseshoe Crab Survey Training

The public is invited to attend the Center’s virtual Horseshoe Crab Survey Training. Project Manager, Nivette Pérez-Pérez, will describe the program, its goals, and volunteer needs, and others. More information about the Horseshoe Crab Survey can be found HERE. Register HERE! *Pre-registration is required. 

Reforestation Survey Training

The public is invited to attend the Center’s virtual Reforestation Survey Training. Science Technician, Zachary Garmoe, will describe the program, its goals, volunteer needs, and others. Register HERE! *Pre-registration is required.   

Shorezone Fish & Blue Crab Survey Training

The public is invited to attend the Center’s virtual Shorezone Fish & Blue Crab Survey Training. Science Technician, Zachary Garmoe, will describe the program, its goals, volunteer needs, and others. More information about the Docent Program can be found HERE. Register HERE! *Pre-registration is required.   

James Farm Docent Program Training

The public is invited to attend the Center’s virtual James Farm Docent Program Training. Project Manager, Nivette Pérez-Pérez, will describe the program, its goals, and volunteer needs for it. This year, Certified Interpreter, Ashley Melvin, will also join us and provide an Introduction to Interpretation to all our training participants. The skills obtained in this […]

CIB Public Education Meeting: Sussex County Buffer Ordinance

The public is invited to attend the Center’s virtual public education meeting focused on Sussex County’s proposed buffer ordinance. Executive Director, Chris Bason, will describe how the ordinance protects wetlands and waters, how it also takes large steps backward in protection, and what can be done about this. A summary of this information is provided […]