Exciting news! There is a brand new exhibit at the @brandywinezoo ! Yesterday, the ribbon was officially cut for the new 4,000 square foot Madagascar exhibit. The enclosure is home to three radiated tortoises, four Ring-tailed lemurs, two Black and White Ruffed lemurs, and one male and one female Crowned lemur. The exhibit is now open to the public, so stop in and see the zoo's newest members! Note: The Madagascar animals will be in their habitat for public viewing when temperatures are above 45 degrees. Because they are native to a subtropical climate, the animals will be brought inside the Brandywine Zoo’s new holding area once temperatures fall below 45 degrees. 
Eastern hognose snakes often coil and flatten their heads when frightened. This reptile enjoys sandy soil, eating toads, and playing dead when threatened by a predator. Despite its startling look, this common species is not venomous and can be easily recognized by its upturned snout. You may see these snakes at our beach parks! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Photo and info from @delseashorestatepark⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #destateparks 
One of the best ways to experience Trap Pond State Park is from a kayak! You can get up close and personal with the baldcypress trees. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Photo by @bryanbwright⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #destateparks 
Auburn Valley State Park Insider Tip:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Every visitor to Auburn Valley State Park should see the hidden and historic twin ponds at the end of the Oversee Farm Trail. Once you hike down the trail to the beautiful historic stone farmhouse and barn, walk down the hill below the house to the dams and ponds that many visitors miss!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Though there was never a mill at the Oversee parcel that we can tell, whenever it was put up for market it was often advertised as an excellent “mill seat”, for any aspiring miller because of that water feature. The twin ponds do have a fishing dock available and are stocked with fish, so any visitors with a love of fishing should bring their poles with them to sit back relax and enjoy the views at Oversee.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #destateparks 
The East End Breakwater Lighthouse is an icon of the Delaware beaches. You can catch a view of this beautiful lighthouse at Cape Henlopen State Park!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Photo by @jessfindley⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #destateparks 
Killens Pond State Park has 8.8 miles of trails to explore. Walk along the pond’s edge, hike through meadows, or even enjoy some guided exercise on the Life Course Trail. DOn't forget to stop and look up at the forest of hardwood trees! Photo by Delaware State Parks Volunteer Photographer Deb Felmey #destateparks 
Save 50% on camping! Get outside, get away and de-stress at half the price! Book an RV site, tent site, cabin, cottage, or yurt at any Delaware State Parks campground from November 29, 2020 through April 1, 2021 and you'll get 50% off your reservation with one of two codes. Need some camping inspiration? Check out these photos from all 5 of our campgrounds! Learn more and find full discount details: destateparks.com/discounts 
#OPTOutside With Delaware State Parks! The day after Thanksgiving is the perfect day to #OPTOutside! The movement that REI started back in 2015 continues, encouraging us to leave behind the consumer mindset and instead spend our time outdoors! Delaware State Parks is a proud supporter of #OptOutside and is waiving all park entrance fees on Friday, November 27. See you outside! #destateparks