Well-thought out exhibits; good hikes; programsLabels on plants are nicely maintained;Staff was solicitous
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.
Ashland Nature Center offers many trails and a great deal of wildlife. A great place for avid bird watchers.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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!!!!
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 :)
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.