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Join us in preserving the beauty and excitement of Cape Henlopen State Park! As a member, you'll help maintain this treasured space for future generations to enjoy. Memberships are tax deductible. Membership Join Us Join us in preserving the beauty and excitement of Cape Henlopen State Park! As a member, you'll help maintain this treasured space for future generations to enjoy. Memberships are tax deductible. The annual membership period is January 1 through December 31st. We do not share your personal information. Complete the Form Below to Join or Renew First Name Last Name Street Address Street Address Line 2 City Region/State/Province Zip code Email Phone Number Family Member First Name Family Member Last Name Family Member Email What are your interests? Interest Bike Barn Indoor Events Participate on a Committee Trails Days Gardens New Member or Renewal * New Member Membership Renewal * To donate an additional amount, select a higher level of membership. Select an item ($) * Individual - $20 Family - $30 Sustaining - $50 Sponsor - $100 Benefactor - $250 Patron - $500 Lifetime - $1000 Go to Checkout Thank You Electronic payments are preferred, but if you wish to pay by check, complete a paper form .

year at a glance calendar 2026 Calendar of Events Wednesday, April 22 - Earth Day Annual Community Cleanup Saturday, June 6 - National Trails Day September 1 - 30 - Bird Seed Sale Saturday, September 12 - Youth Fishing Tournament Saturday, September 19 - Delaware Coastal Cleanup Saturday, September 19 - Chocolate Tasting Saturday, October 17 - Bird Seed Pickup Saturday, November 14 - Holiday Boutique and Book Fair Tuesday, December 1 - Giving Tuesday FOCHSP Trails Days Free Borrow-a-Bike Program Monthly Board Meetings Prior Events Saturday, April 18 - Wine, Cheese & Beer Tasting Saturday, March 21 - Flea Market Saturday, February 21, Annual Meeting Questions? Call us at 302-858-6127

Stay connected with Friends in the News—featuring notable updates, media mentions, achievements, and newsworthy highlights from our group. Friends In the News From memorable events to inspiring speakers, this page highlights what we’ve been up to—along with insights and resources we’re glad to share. Annual Meeting The Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park held their Annual Meeting on February 21 at the Biden Environmental Center. Members gathered for a productive session that included the election of the 2026 Board of Directors. Votes were cast to renew current board members Jeff Underwood (President), MJ Candaux (Merchandise), and Suzanne Langwell (Marketing and Media), and to confirm continued service of Tim McDermott and Susan Giordano following their mid-year appointments. Members also considered new nominees Tony Buffkin (Webmaster) and Becky Brasington Clark (Grants Committee). The meeting offered a valuable opportunity for members to engage in leadership decisions and reaffirm their commitment to the park. Winter Birds of Southern Delaware At our annual meeting, guest speaker Ian Stewart shared tips for supporting winter birds and highlighted his favorite birding spots in lower Delaware. To help birds in winter, provide food like black oil sunflower seeds, suet cakes, shel peanuts, and mealworms. Planting native wildflowers, such Purple Coneflower and Brown-eyed Susan, can also support local wildlife while offering seeds. Water is crucial; a bird bath with a heater can keep water accessible. For birdwatching, Cape Henlopen State Park and Indian River Inlet are standout locations for various species, including Snow Buntings and Great Cormorants.