Prime Hook sets birding field trips Feb. 25, March 17

Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge is open every day from one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset in designated areas. The Visitor Center is open daily year-round from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

To learn more about events and programs throughout the year, go to www.fws.gov/refuge/Prime_Hook or call 302-684-8419.

The refuge will host birding field trips from 8 to 11 a.m., Sunday, Feb. 26 and Friday, March 17. Led by volunteer birding guides, beginner and experienced bird watchers will enjoy observing and learning about the bird species frequenting the refuge at this time of year. Come prepared for the weather and expect to walk up to a mile. Bring binoculars, a field guide and spotting scope (the leader will have spotting scopes also). Binoculars will be available to borrow. Meet at the refuge office. Trips are free, open to the public, and last approximately three hours.

The refuge will be continuing the Evening at the Hook Lecture in March. Further details are yet to be determined. Lectures are free, open to the public and fun for the entire family. Seating is limited on a first-come, first-served basis in the refuge auditorium. Light refreshments are served before the lecture.