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Stay connected with the FOCHSP through our monthly newsletter! Each edition keeps you updated on upcoming events, celebrates our past gatherings, introduces new members, and provides opportunities for you to get involved as a volunteer. Don’t miss out on the chance to engage with our community and make a difference! Newsletters Stay connected with the FOCHSP through our monthly newsletter! Each edition keeps you updated on upcoming events, celebrates our past gatherings, introduces new members, and provides opportunities for you to get involved as a volunteer. Don’t miss out on the chance to engage with our community and make a difference! April, 2026 : Editor's Note, President's Note, Membership & Administrative, Volunteer of the Month, Honorable Mention, Help Wanted, Events & Activity Highlights, Volunteer Opportunities - Running Events, Next Trails Day, March Flea Market, Osprey Cam, Bike Barn, Friends in All Places, Crossword Puzzle March, 2026 : Editor's Note, President's Note, Membership & Administrative, Volunteer of the Month, Friends in Need, Do More24 Delaware, Events & Activity Highlights, Flea Market Update, Volunteer Opportunities - Running Events, Next Trails Day, Osprey Cam, Bike Barn, Friends in All Places, Crossword Puzzle February 2026 : Editor's Note, President's Note, Membership & Administrative, Volunteer of the Month, Friends in Need, Board of Directors Annual Election, Guest Speaker, Events & Activity Highlights, Volunteer Opportunities - Running Events, Next Trails Day, Osprey Cam, Bike Barn, Friends in All Places, Crossword Puzzle January 2026 : Editor's Note, President's Note, Membership & Administrative, Friends in Need, Board of Directors Annual Election, Volunteer of the Month, Honorable Mentions, Events & Activity Highlights, Volunteer Opportunities - Running Events, Next Trails Day, Rehoboth Marathon, Mingle & Jingle, Bike Barn, Monarchs, Friends in All Places, Crossword Puzzle December 2025 : Editor's Note, President's Note, Membership & Administrative, Friends in Need, Newsletter Articles, Volunteer of the Month, Events & Activity Highlights, Volunteer Opportunities - Running Events, Next Trails Day, Holiday Boutique, Bike Barn, Friends in all Places, Crossword Puzzle November 2025 : Editor's Note, President's Note, Membership & Administrative, New Kid in Town, Friends in Need, Volunteer of the Month, Dates to Remember, Events & Activity Highlights, Next Trails Day, Inaugural Guest Lecture Series, Annual Bird Seed Sale, Holiday Boutique and Book Fair, Migratory Monarch Research Project, November Nature Tip, Volunteer with Alane, Friends in All Places, Crossword Puzzle, Photos October 2025 : Editor's Note, President's Note, Membership & Administrative, Friends in Need, Volunteer of the Month, Dates to Remember, Events & Activity Highlights, Capturing the Cape Results, Next Trails Day, Inaugural Guest Lecture Series, Volunteer with Alane, October Nature Tip, Friends in All Places, Crossword Puzzle, Photos September 2025 : A Note from our New Editor, A Note from our President, Membership & Administrative, Lend Your Talent to Friends, Volunteer of the Month, Dates to Remember, Annual Bird See Sale, Chocolate Tasting, Youth Fishing Tournament, Walk 4 Prostate Cancer, Next Trails Day, Dine and Donate, Volunteer with Alane, September Nature Tip, Friends in All Places, Crossword Puzzle, Photos August 2025 : A Note from our President, Membership & Administrative, Welcome to Our Newest Board Member, Dates to Remember, Chocolate Tasting, Youth Fishing Tournament, Next Trails Day, Photo Contest, August Nature Tip, Friends in All Places, Crossword Puzzle, Photos July 2025 : President's Message, Membership & Administrative, Dates to Remember, Bike Barn Action, Seaside Goldenrod Planting, National Trails Day, Photo Contest, July Nature Tip, Friends in All Places, Crossword Puzzle, Photos June 2025 : National Trails Day, Calling All Photographers, Tree For Every Delawarean, Race Action, Horseshoe Crabs, June Nature Tip, Friends in All Places, Crossword Puzzle, Photos May 2025 : Welcome to the New Newsletter! Wine, Cheese & Beer Tasting, Mulch Move, Earth Day, Friends Summit, Kites!, Bike Barn & Race Action, Nature Tip, Crossword Puzzle, Photos April 2025 : Welcome to the New Newsletter! Annual Meeting Highlights, Treasurer's Report, Events and Activity Highlights, State Park Info, Bike Barn & Race Action, Nature Tip, Crossword Puzzle, Photos March 2025 : Annual Member Meeting, Annual Indoor Flea Market, Biden Environmental Center Open House, Trails Day, Call for Volunteers, Meet Our New Newsletter Editor February 2025 : Upcoming Annual Member Meeting, Membership Renewals, Annual Flea Market, 2024 Volunteer Hours Review, Departure of Newsletter Editor, Bike Barn News January 2025 : Call for FOCHP Board Member volunteers, Web Master change, Volunteer Appreciation Christmas Party, Trails Day December 2024 : Call for FOCHP Board Member volunteers, Web Master moving on, Holiday Boutique, Bike Raffle winner, Trails Day November 2024 : Call for FOCHP Board Member volunteers, Holiday Boutique and Book Fair, Tree for Every Delawarean (TEDI) grant, Bird Seed Sale Pickup, Monarch Garden News, Trails Day October 2024 : Call for Crafters, Youth Fishing Tournament, Annual Chocolate Tasting in the Park, Biden Environmental Center, 5K Walk 4 Prostate Cancer, Monarch Garden News, Trails Day

Events FOCHSP supports the Park with monthly Trails Days for clean-up and restoration and recruits volunteers to help with Parks events, including races, charitable walks, and seasonal activities for families and children. Annual special events promote public engagement and raise critical funds to support the Friends' activities. Coming Up Recent Events

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Thank you for your contributions to FOCHSP! Your donations played a vital role in creating the playground, enhancing the disc golf course, installing the Osprey and Nature Center cameras, and developing the Nature Center and Monarch gardens, among other projects. Every donation is tax-deductible and truly appreciated, helping us continue our mission to support the park. Donations Thank you for your contributions to FOCHSP! Your donations played a vital role in creating the playground, enhancing the disc golf course, installing the Osprey and Nature Center cameras, and developing the Nature Center and Monarch gardens, among other projects. Every donation is tax-deductible and truly appreciated, helping us continue our mission to support the park. Support Our Cause First name Last name Email Purpose: Bike Barn Fishing Tournament Thatcher Education Fund Youth Educational Support (YES) Other: Please Specify Below Greatest Need Comments Enter the amount you wish to donate: $ Next Be sure to scroll down on the Payment Details screen to enter city and zip code.

The Point at CHSP is closed from March through September to safeguard endangered beach-nesting birds. Your cooperation during this period is crucial to prevent nest abandonment and protect vulnerable eggs and chicks. Thank you for your understanding and support in preserving these precious species. DNREC Beach-Nesting Bird Program The Point at CHSP is closed from March through September to safeguard endangered beach-nesting birds. Your cooperation during this period is crucial to prevent nest abandonment and protect vulnerable eggs and chicks. Thank you for your understanding and support in preserving these precious species. Victoria Smith Threats to Birds Piping plovers, American oystercatchers, red knots, and least terns nest at the CHSP Point from March through September. While loss and degradation of habitat, climate change, and predators may contribute to the loss of chicks, human disturbance is also a factor and the reason the Point is closed during breeding months. American Oyster Catcher CHSP is an essential way point for these species to gain weight for migration to points as distant as the Arctic. The birds also are dependent upon the thousands of eggs produced by Delaware's beloved horseshoe crabs. DNREC Fish and Wildlife staff monitor the birds and take appropriate actions to help their breeding, such as installing exclosures around nests. To volunteer as a site monitor, complete this linked form . For more information about Delaware's beach nesting birds and DNREC's efforts to provide habitat protection, visit Beach-Nesting Birds . Terri Campbell Semipalmated Sandpiper

Cape Henlopen State Park is a treasure trove of joy, community, and natural beauty. Explore the stunning landscapes, from sandy beaches to lush forests, that invite you to connect with nature. Join fellow visitors in celebrating the vibrant community spirit that makes this park a beloved destination.  Photo Gallery Cape Henlopen State Park is a treasure trove of joy, community, and natural beauty. Explore the stunning landscapes, from sandy beaches to lush forests, that invite you to connect with nature. Join fellow visitors in celebrating the vibrant community spirit that makes this park a beloved destination.

FOCHSP has funded numerous projects and upgrades such as revitalizing the Disc Golf Course, enhancing the playground, improving road surfaces, and much more. Completed Projects The FOCHSP has funded numerous projects and upgrades such as revitalizing the Disc Golf Course, enhancing the playground, improving road surfaces, and much more. These investments aim to create a better experience for everyone in the park, ensuring our recreational spaces are enjoyable and accessible. We are committed to continuous improvement and look forward to more developments in the future. Thank you for your ongoing support! CHSP Disc Golf Course Upgrade The Cape Henlopen Disc Golf course has undergone a major transformation thanks to an effort between Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park, dedicated state park staff, and passionate local disc golfers. The upgrades include brand-new white tee pads, improved signage, and updated disc golf baskets, enhancing the overall experience for players. As one of the oldest disc golf courses in world, this revitalization ensures that it remains a great destination for enthusiasts of all ages. Come and enjoy the newly improved course and experience the thrill of disc golf in a beautiful location! Want to learn more about disc golf? Check out this information sheet as well as the course map . CHSP Playground The FOCHSP has dedicated proceeds from its fundraising efforts over several years toward this important project. With generous assistance from foundations and the Community Transportation Fund, groundbreaking for the playground took place in October 2011 and was ultimately completed and dedicated in August 2012. The FOCHSP has recently funded a new Ladybug Spring Rider and a Noodle Climber, adding even more excitement to our play area! Park Beach Wagon In 2022, FOCHSP proudly funded the acquisition of a new 18-foot beach wagon, equipped with seatbelts and a wheelchair lift. This addition enhances accessibility and provides an enjoyable and enriching experience. Experience the beauty of the park on the new all-abilities beach wagon . Keep your eyes peeled for playful dolphins and other wildlife that may join you on this unforgettable adventure. Additional FOCHSP Park Projects FOCHSP is dedicated to enhancing Cape Henlopen State Park through vital funding for repairs and improvements. Recent projects include repairing the surface of Transmitter Road, installing a drinking fountain at the playground, purchasing cameras for the fishing pier, and providing beach mobility mats for greater accessibility. Additionally, we sponsor the purchase of pumpkins to enrich the Fall Fantasy Trail experience. Together, we're making our parks more enjoyable for everyone!

Tree for Every Delawarean Initiative. The TEDI tree project is dedicated to advancing the Delaware Climate Action Plan (DCAP) by fostering healthy and resilient forests. Tree for Every Delawarean Initiative The TEDI tree project is dedicated to advancing the Delaware Climate Action Plan (DCAP) by fostering healthy and resilient forests. Forests play a crucial role in mitigating the adverse effects of climate change, providing essential benefits to our environment and communities. By supporting this initiative, we aim to enhance the natural ecosystems of Cape Henlopen State Park. See more photos and details about the plantings in the linked Coast TV article. Biden Environmental Training Center Project The FOCHSP is excited to announce the planting of 29 large-sized, native Shadbush, Cedar, and Loblolly trees, enhancing the beauty and environment of the area. Holland Glade Reforestation & Mitigation Project Join us in celebrating the recent planting of 92 trees at Holland Glade, thanks to the dedication of 45 volunteers from Dogfish Head Brewery. This initiative is a vital step towards enhancing the resilience of CHSP against climate change, fostering a healthier and more sustainable environment. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in our ecosystem and pave the way for a greener future for generations come.

The FOCHSP is proud to have initiated, funded, and supported numerous opportunities to incorporate native plants throughout the park. These efforts not only enhance the landscape but also promote biodiversity and support local wildlife. Gardening The FOCHSP is proud to have initiated, funded, and supported opportunities to incorporate native plants throughout the park. These efforts not only enhance the landscape but also promote biodiversity and support local wildlife. We believe that by integrating native flora, we can create a more sustainable and vibrant environment for everyone to enjoy. Join us in celebrating these green initiatives! Monarch Garden Delaware is an important state for the recovery of this iconic butterfly as it lies in the direct path of migrating monarchs from late August through November. Delaware Master Naturalists who are also Friends members have installed 100 plants into the garden including 60 seaside goldenrods, a major source of nectar for migrating monarchs, and a keystone species for dozens of other insects. Several species of native host and nectar plants have also been included in the garden for caterpillar food sources and nectar for butterflies. Visit us next to the Biden Center and learn more about monarchs and what you can do to help them in your yard. See the April 20, 2025, 60 Minutes video about monarchs. Nature Center Native Plant Garden Friends placed a variety of native plants in the fenced area in front of the Nature Center. The species include host and nectar plants. Flower Displays Friends members also procure the plants, install, and maintain the flower pots at the park entrance, the campground, and the Officers Club building. Nature Center Pond Transformation Visit our newest garden, where native plants thrive in the former pond area. Here, you'll find a variety of "host" plants, perfect for nurturing butterfly caterpillars, while the vibrant floral blooms will attract and support our buzzing bee friends. To enhance this natural habitat, a bird bath offers a drink for the feathered visitors that frequent the nearby feeder.

Capturing Cape Henlopen A Digital Photography Contest Presented by the Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park Cape Henlopen State Park is where the Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean—a breathtaking landscape of sweeping beaches, dramatic dunes, and historic lighthouses. Spanning more than 5,000 acres, the park boasts diverse habitats, vibrant wildlife, and miles of scenic trails. Every trail, shoreline, and sunset offers a moment worth capturing. To celebrate the beauty of this cherished natural space and encourage creative expression, the Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park (FOCHSP) and our sponsors the Coastal Camera Club, Nations Photo Lab, and Cape Henlopen State Park, are proud to announce Capturing Cape Henlopen—a digital photography contest showcasing the park through your lens. This all-digital competition invites FOCHSP members, local residents, and visitors alike to submit photographs that reflect the park’s unique charm—from sweeping vistas and coastal landscapes to its wildlife and fauna. The contest is open to all skill levels and aims to highlight the wonder of Cape Henlopen through the eyes of those who love it most. Whether you are a seasoned photographer or just love snapping special moments at the park, this contest is your chance to showcase the magic of Cape Henlopen. CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE FUN!!!

Bike Barn Ambassadors help park visitors select bikes, adjust seat heights, provide route recommendations, and more. If you’re interested in becoming a member of our volunteer cadre, please contact us using the form on the web page. Bike Barn Volunteers Become a Bike Barn Volunteer! We couldn’t operate the free Borrow-a-Bike program without the terrific support of our Bike Barn Ambassador team. Bike Barn Ambassadors help park visitors select bikes, adjust seat heights, provide route recommendations, and more. If you’re interested in becoming a member of our volunteer cadre, please contact us using the form below. Please note: You must be a member of the Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park (FOCHSP) to volunteer with us. First Name Last Name Email Subject Message Send Thanks for your inquiry!

The Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park (FOCHSP), in partnership with the Coastal Camera Club, Nations Photo Lab, and Cape Henlopen State Park, sponsored "Capturing Cape Henlopen"—a digital photography contest. Capturing the Cape Photo Contest Winners To honor the beauty of our treasured natural space and inspire creative expression, the Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park (FOCHSP), in partnership with the Coastal Camera Club, Nations Photo Lab, and Cape Henlopen State Park, sponsored "Capturing Cape Henlopen"—a digital photography contest inviting visitors to showcase the park’s splendor through their lens. Congratulations to the winners and everyone who submitted a photograph! Category: Park Wildlife First Place: John Hoyt, Cedar Waxwing Second Place: Linda Benzon, Neighborly Third Place: Samantha Scullen, Boisterous Bird Category: Scenic and Landscape First Place: Jim Cotter, Silent Sentinels Second Place: Rich White, Herring Point Sunrise Third Place: Marian Dowling, Overlooking the Point Category: Flora and Fauna First Place: Beth Baker, Summer Sundews Second Place: Victoria Smith, Monarch Caterpillar in Biden Center Monarch Garden Third Place: Clarissa Pogoda, In Bloom Click to enlarge. John Hoyt, Cedar Waxwing Jim Cotter, Silent Sentinels Beth Baker, Summer Sundews Linda Benzon, Neighborly Rich White, Herring Point Sunrise Victoria Smith, Monarch Caterpillar in the Biden Center Monarch Garden Samatha Scullen, Boisterous Bird Marian Dowling, Overlooking the Point Clarissa Pogoda, In Bloom