Friends of Cape Henlopen bird seed orders due Sept. 30

The Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park members are accepting bird seed sale orders through Monday, Sept. 30.

Premium selections to attract and nourish backyard birds include various types of sunflower seeds, peanuts, thistle, safflower, suet and a selection of wild bird seed mixes. There are more than 17 choices as to variety and size of bag. Patrons can also purchase seed to donate directly to the park, helping support local wildlife through the winter.

Items will be available for pickup from 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Oct. 19, at Cape Henlopen State Park’s maintenance garage. Friends volunteers will be on hand to load seed orders into people’s vehicles.

Order forms are available at the park office and the Seaside Nature Center, and at friendsofcapehenlopen.org for easy ordering from home. Prices are listed on the form. Any Friends member is eligible for a 10% discount.

Send the completed form along with a check to: Birdseed Sale, c/o FOCHSP, P.O. Box 132, Nassau, DE 19969.

Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park is a nonprofit organization of volunteers who donate their time to promote one of the crown jewels of Delaware's state parks. They are strongly committed to public education about the park, and believe that education leads to appreciation, conservation and preservation. In addition to their educational activities, Friends volunteers participate in a monthly Trails Day and a variety of other direct activities within the park.

For more information, go to friendsofcapehenlopen.org, email fochsp@gmail.com, or call 302-858-6127.