Owned and operated by the Delaware Division of Fish and Wildlife, this center offers one of the best viewing areas for spawning horseshoe crabs and migratory shorebirds during the peak season.
Visitors can learn about horseshoe crabs, migratory shorebirds, waterfowl, and the Delaware Estuary. Interior exhibition includes history on Slaughter Beach and the famed Mispillion Lighthouse, educational information on horseshoe crabs, shorebirds, waterfowl and plant life of the Salt Marsh. A live-cam will allow the public an up close and personal view of shorebirds feeding and horseshoe crabs spawning during peak times.
WHAT'S HAPPENING
HOURS OF OPERATION
June 4
Family Birding 101
It's simple getting started in bird watching. It's fun involving your family or even your friends. Bring your interest and we'll share our knowledge of bird identification and viewing opportunities in and around the Mispillion. Dress for the weather and bring your binoculars, viewing scopes, and field guides. Don't have binoculars or birding guides? We do!
May and June Wednesday-Sunday
8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Closed Monday and Tuesday
July through April Monday-Friday
8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Closed Saturday and Sunday
The observation deck is open year-round from sunrise to sunset.
Spring/Summer of 2008
A Day In The Salt Marsh, Horseshoe Crabs, JAKES Event, Living With Cold Blood, Kayaking!
