ashland nature center

salesmanager254

Great program for girls and boys 12-16. Learn the ethical and safe way to hunt ducks and geese and enjoy the great outdoors. My son started in the program 16 years ago and I am still involved.Hunter safety and wildlife education is the foundation of this program.

aaronm448

Ashland Nature Center is a great local place to explore all types of local terrain to hike from marshlands, creek side, wooded hills, and some open areas. They have a small but nice center where they do activities as well as an open hilltop for bird watching.

spritewins

I am a new birder and found out that a Hawk Watch was being conducted at Ashland. Turns out, it was only 15 minutes from home. I went to the center and it was really nice. Staff was really friendly and pointed me to the top of the hill where the Hawk Watch was being conducted. I went up and there was four guys up there. It was a little intimidating hearing them talk extensively about birds, but once I let them know I was new to birding, they were AWESOME! They gave me all sorts of tips and helped point out all sorts of birds so I could see them. The official bird counter, Will, was exceptionally welcoming. He was great! He even set up the field scope on a few birds so I could check them out. Really nice guy! We saw Bald Eagles, Hawks, Vultures, and all sorts of other small song birds. Along with the viewing birds, the view of the area was amazing with the tree colors. I really suggest checking this out the Hawk Watch if you are in the area at all until end of Nov. 2014. BEST OF ALL, IT"S FREE!!!!

RH740

Ashland Nature Center is beautiful and a great organization to have in the community. Our daughter has had many really nice experiences at their camps and events. The educational sessions are well thought out and taught by folks that really care and believe in the session. I cannot say enough about Ashland Nature Center.

dclaireand

Well-thought out exhibits; good hikes; programsLabels on plants are nicely maintained;Staff was solicitous

Chaucerian

I stopped by briefly, just to see what this place was like, because of a connection between the Center and my deceased parents. I was delighted to see many children having outdoor fun on the field near the building. This is just the sort of thing my folks would have enjoyed. It was a pretty quiet time of year, but I could see that spring was just ready to burst out.For older people such as myself, I want to mention that there were ramps as well as stairs, good handrails on the few steps up to the Visitor Center, and a large (five-stall) outdoor rest room area with flush toilets. (Can you tell that I was anxious about how rustic the setup would be?)

DEMom19707

I cannot say enough about how wonderful the educational sessions are that are offered through Ashland Nature Center. Camps, school programs, family programs we have been to them all and have only good things to report. Keep up the great work :)

First_State_Family

For over 15 years I've been bring my kids here for hikes and picnics, and also for winter sledding! It's beautiful, natural and full of wildlife. The main trail is the Succession Trail, which goes from a marsh to a flood plain, then to a meadow, a deciduous forest and a pine forest - the natural succession that an area undergoes. In addition, there is a hawk migration observation point and, seasonally, a butterfly house. We'll never get tired of it, and we often bring friends and visiting family to Ashland. It's a great asset to our community.

gdadtraveling

A visit to the Ashland Nature Center is a very serene, peaceful way to spend some time. Lots of opportunities for bird watchers and photographers. The trails range from pretty easy to medium-difficult. There is a group of picnic tables near the parking lot for those who like to pack a lunch. One of the last covered bridges in Delaware is adjacent to the entrance and part of a couple of the trails. While I was there on a pretty mild day, I would think that it would also be a good place to go on a hot day, since most of the trails are through very wooded areas. I will definitely be returning for more walks at the Ashland Nature Center.

kennam320

This is a place I would take, and often have, out of town visitors. I was reminded of the peaceful tranquility Ashland brings me just this morning when I took my dog for a hike before the heat settles in. This place just has a way of putting everything in your brain in place. You can hike large hills or you can walk the lowlands near the floor plains. My dog likes the water and can even take a dip if he likes. There is a special place dedicated to the Hawk Watch since the park is on a migratory path for North America. At the end you can donate a dollar or whatever you feel appropriate. Well worth it!

PamM688

This is a great spot to visit almost any time of the year, and quite unique in comparison to other nature centers. If the visitor center is closed, trail maps are posted right off the parking lot that range from flat to hilly terrain. If you come in the summer on a weekday, be prepared to see a beehive of activity from the various children's summer camps, and be sure to stop by the butterfly house, which is open mid-to-late summer. We live near the Nature Center and have been members of the Delaware Nature Society since we moved to the area in 2010. Your visit supports their terrific programs, particularly those for children.

plurp8

Went when it was raining, but it only seemed to heighten the colorings of the various plants and trees. Unless you step in mud..several times.Then you see nothing but red. The area itself was very nice with hills and trees. The women inside the center were very kind and informative. The trails are color coded so unless you are color blind they were easy to follow. I did wish that the plants/weeds I saw were indentified and that there were outside trash cans. I picked up someones garbage but could not find a place to throw it out. I do not know if there is a fee, I did donate a couple dollars for a trail map.

chescobird

Ashland is a wonderful nature center in a beautiful location. Nice visitors' center, plenty of ongoing programs and activities for adults and children alike.

Champ14

I enjoyed the walks in and around the grounds with my fiancé and dog. Bathrooms were kind of rough, but what do you expect at a nature center. When I was a child, I remember having a school trip here. We stayed overnight and had a lot of fun. Learned a little bit too!

SEK65

Ashland Nature Center offers many trails and a great deal of wildlife. A great place for avid bird watchers.