{"id":7963,"date":"2020-07-01T08:45:05","date_gmt":"2020-07-01T12:45:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/schellbrothers.com\/blog\/?p=7963"},"modified":"2024-02-02T18:45:16","modified_gmt":"2024-02-02T18:45:16","slug":"delaware-parks-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/schellbrothers.com\/blog\/2020\/07\/01\/delaware-parks-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Delaware Parks Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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It was said at one point that the National Parks were America\u2019s greatest decision. The open hills, the amazing diversity of wildlife, the great peaks of the mountains – all at the fingertips of its people, there for them to make a choice – to harm it or love it. From a young age, President Teddy Roosevelt felt strongly that it was our duty to love it, and he took that love and turned it into passion, making it the point of his time as our leader to forward the march toward conservation. He said that \u201cThere are no words that can tell the hidden spirit of the wilderness, that can reveal its mystery, its melancholy and its charm.\u201d With that, he challenges us to go and see it for ourselves, rather than rely on the words that are used to describe it.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n

One of the few things we can do during our time in quarantine is get outside. Yes, we must make sure we are properly socially distancing and wearing our masks, but there are so many beautiful state parks to be discovered in Delaware, so get out there, scratch the itch you have to explore and stretch your legs a little. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Although\nthe east coast, and specifically Southern Delaware, is home to very few National\nParks, Roosevelt believed strongly in the preservation of any protected land he\ncould create. Delaware is home to 17 beautiful state<\/em> parks, all\ngovernment protected, all ready for you to explore. Many of our communities are\nlocated a short drive or even bike ride away from one of the largest of these\nparks, Cape Henlopen State Park. Below are just a few of the many patches of\npreserved land that you have at your fingertips: <\/p>\n\n\n

Cape\nHenlopen State Park<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

Located\nin the small town of Lewes, this park was established in 1682 by William Penn,\nwho made it one of the first public lands established in the United States. The\npark is home to three endangered shorebird species and vast array of other land\ncreatures. If you are thinking about visiting the park, be sure to check out\nthe Seaside Nature Center to educate yourself about some of these amazing\nanimals. The park is open from dawn to dusk and host to a 24-hour fishing pier,\ncampgrounds, public beaches, and more! <\/p>\n\n\n

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Trap Pond\nState Park<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

Take a\ndrive a few miles inland, and you\u2019ll hit another body of water, Trap Pond. The remnants\nof a wetland that is now Sussex County, Trap Pond is a great getaway for you\nand your family. Rent a kayak for an hour and sail through the extensive\npatches of bald cypress trees. There is even a Nature Center so you can learn\nabout how they were used for lumber and dams before the land became protected.\nTrap Pond is pet friendly, and a wonderful way for you to enjoy a warm Saturday\nin fall! <\/p>\n\n\n

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Killen\u2019s\nPond State Park<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

If you have kids,\nor want to feel like a kid again, Killen\u2019s Pond is the place for you! This park\nis home to a fully functional summer water park, campgrounds, hiking, boating,\nand much more. This park is historically significant because of its connection\nto Native American culture. The pond, formally known as \u201cmillpond\u201d was home to\nNative American hunting camps. The park was then founded in 1965. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Head to one of these three beautiful state parks while the weather is still beautiful. You won\u2019t regret the opportunity to immerse yourself in nature, breathe in a bit of fresh air, and hear the simple sounds of the birds calling and the ground humming. And remember these wise words from Teddy Roosevelt when you do, \u201cwe have fallen heirs to the most glorious heritage a people ever received, and each one must do his part if we wish to show that the nation is worthy of its good fortune.\u201d <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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