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L e R . s W ry L D RD a da . Wilder L te un BOWERSBOWERS R L rs R HI hed Bo D Wildlife D 24 SH . I . IR BEABEACHCH 10 Area 1-866-2-VISIT-DE www.visitdelaware.com NeNeww JerseyJersey Illustration and Design by Frank McShane Printed on Recycled Paper The Partnership for the Delaware Estuary promotes the Estuary as a regional resource through public education and outreach. Our goal, with this St. Jones brochure, is to promote ecotourism based upon the Watershed Estuary’s watershed boundaries rather than politically Delaware designated county or township lines. It is also designed Bay to educate you about the natural resources of this Atlantic 0123 watershed while being sensitive to its preservation. DelaDelawareware Ocean For more information, call 1-800-445-4935 or visit our web site at SCALE IN MILES www.DelawareEstuary.org accessible fishing dock and portable toilet facility are located costumes recreate plantation life in the 1800’s. approximately one mile into the refuge. From Route 1 South, make a left onto Kitts Hummock Road. Travel approximately two miles, and make a right 18 Delaware Agricultural Museum and Village, 866 N. DuPont into refuge. The entrance is marked with signage. An information board with Hwy., Dover, (302) 734-1618. The recreated village of “Loockerman The spindly branches and forks of the St. Jones Watershed call (302) 736-1419. a map is located shortly after entering the refuge. Landing” is a testament to southern Delaware’s commitment to originate deep within Amish farmland before reaching the main stem historic preservation. Each building was donated to the museum and of the St. Jones River. The River then meanders through Dover’s Loockerman Street is Dover’s primary commercial strip. The The 11 St. Jones Reserve, (302) 739-3436 is part of National moved to its current location. Inside of each building is a detailed legislative center, protected marshlands, and finally, the Delaware surrounding blocks are graced with beautiful homes and political Estuarine Research Reserve System. The reserve features a 1/4 mile description of its previous life and that of its owners. Bay. The St. Jones Watershed includes all of the land that drains into activity. For a city of Dover’s size, there are a large number of museums boardwalk through salt-water marshes, several new interactive this waterway. and cultural attractions. One of the more unusual is the 3 Museum educational displays, and plenty of opportunities for wildlife observation. 19 Spence’s Farmers Market & Bazaar, 550 S. New Street, of Small Town Life located at 316 S. Governors Avenue in an 1880’s Some important raptors including the bald eagle, peregrine falcon, Dover, (302) 734-3441. If the outdoor flee market isn’t enough to In the 1880’s, the St. Jones was famous for its lotus lilies. This species Sunday School (302) 739-4266. Pack a picnic lunch and head for osprey, and Northern harrier have all been sighted in the reserve. With overload your senses, step inside the large red barn where the of lotus lily was found only in the Nile River and one other location 44 Silver Lake Park (302) 736-7050, which is within walking distance advanced notice, guided river trips on the St. Jones are available to the Amish vendors will gladly satisfy your palette with fresh produce, in the world. Unfortunately, the lilies died after WWI when the of the downtown area. public. From Route 1 South, make a left onto Kitts Hummock Road. The sandwiches, and sticky buns. river was straightened to improve navigation, which resulted in reserve is the second right off of Kitts Hummock Road. The entrance is increased salinity levels in the water. So how did the lilies appear in The 5 Delaware Made General Store, 214 S. State Street, (302) 736-1419, marked with signage. Follow the gravel road straight back to the visitor’s the river? Legend has it that a ship of Egyptian design was found by sells everything Delaware: books, magnets, posters, t-shirts, crafts, honey, center. a dredging crew in 1887, maybe indicating the presence of Egyptians and more. 20 Little Creek Inn Bed & Breakfast, 2623 N. Little Creek Road, in the St. Jones. Like this legend, the St. Jones Watershed has many There are a number of locations within the St. Jones Watershed Dover. Their critically acclaimed chef will serve you traditional foods other stories to tell. The Watershed is home to a diverse Located at the corner of Loockerman and State Streets is the 6 Dover that provide the public access to the water for fishing and boating. of the Delmarva Peninsula. (302) 730-1300 population, fascinating wildlife, and plenty of opportunities for Millennium Fountain. Sit and enjoy the mist that sprays from the 12 Scotton Landing, located off of Route 1, offers a modern boat learning and fun, and as such, merits an overnight stay. wonderfully sculpted heron. The surrounding garden also offers a shady ramp and fishing pier. From Dover, take Route 1 South to the exit for 21 The Rose Tower Bed & Breakfast, 228 East Camden- area for quiet reflection at the end of a busy day. Magnolia. Make a right onto Trap Shooters Road and a left onto Barkers Wyoming Ave., Camden. This home, with a fascinating history, has The St. Jones River is one of many tributaries of the Delaware Landing Road. River access and parking is on the right. been featured on the Home and Garden Network. (302) 698-9033 Estuary. The Delaware Estuary Region extends from the falls at Trenton, New Jersey to the mouth of the . It is the North Bowers Beach 13 Moores Lake is not only a good fishing-hole, but is an excellent 22 Loockerman Inn, 514 E. Loockerman St., Dover. Located only tidal portion of the Delaware River – where salt waters of the In between the mouth of the St. Jones River and the mouth of the location for learning about the mechanics of a fish ladder. This ladder two-blocks from historic downtown Dover. (302) 674-3300 Atlantic Ocean and fresh waters of the Delaware River mix. The Murderkill River is the sandy bayside town of North Bowers Beach. built in partnership by the Delaware Department of Natural Resources Delaware Estuary provides critical habitat for many species of This friendly fishing village is one of the few towns along the bay and Environmental Control and PSEG provides river herring (alewife 23 Bowers Old Inn, 46 Hubbard Ave., N. Bowers Beach. Ten rooms plants, animals, birds, and fish. affording the public access to the beach. For your bait and tackle needs, and blueback herring) with access to historic spawning areas and with rustic, small-town charm. (302) 335-3085 visit 7 Bayside Bait & Tackle, 193 Davidson Street, (302) 335-5529. nursery habitat. A pedestrian overhang provides a birds-eye view of the Identified in this brochure are listings of natural areas, recreational Fishing boat charters are available at the 88 Tradewinds Fishing Fleet Alaskan Steeppass style fish ladder. From downtown Dover, take State 24 , 5025 Killens Pond Road, Felton. This resources, and locally owned and operated accommodations and on Wyatt Street, (302) 422-3474. The 9 Bowers Beach Maritime Street south, which becomes Alt. Route 113 (10 A). Access to the lake and park, with year-round modern family campsites and cabins, is located eateries. We have made an effort to include businesses that provide Museum located at Main and Williams Streets has on display a variety parking area are located on the right, approximately two miles from the just immediately outside the St. Jones Watershed. (302) 284-4526 visitors with a unique insight into the culture of the St. Jones of maritime artifacts. The museum is open on weekends from June intersection with Route 13 (South DuPont Highway). Watershed. Many of the proprietors listed have a professed through August. There is no phone number available for the museum. interest in our environment. Your support for these businesses will There are two other parks worth visiting in the Watershed. in turn help to sustain the local economy and in doing so, may help 14 Brecknock Park, while mostly a recreational facility with athletic 25 Blue Coat Inn, 800 N. State St., Dover. A long-time Dover to protect the natural resources of this wonderful area. fields and picnic pavilions, does have a nature and hiking trail alongside favorite for special occasions. (302) 674-1776 As in most rural areas, there are few designated cycling trails, and the Isaacs Branch, a tributary to the St. Jones. From downtown Dover, take We hope you find this guide helpful and that you enjoy your visit to roads in the St. Jones Watershed are becoming more and more State Street south. Make a right onto Old Camden Road. The entrance to 26 Irish Mike’s Old Towne Pub, 107 W. Loockerman St., Dover. A the St. Jones Watershed. congested every year. There is, however, local interest in promoting the park is on the right. 15 Tidbury Creek Park has two warm season fine place to grab a brew and shoot a game of pool. (302) 734-4578 bicycle touring of the area, and recently, a very detailed touring map was fresh-water fishing ponds. From downtown Dover, take State Street south, printed. One local “loop” you might consider will take you through which becomes Alt. Route 113 (10 A). The park is located on the left, a short 27 J.P.’s Wharf, (at the end of Hubbard St.), N. Bowers Beach. Amish Country. In fact, the “Amish Country Tour” is an annual cycling distance after the intersection with Lebanon Road. While their outdoor deck actually overlooks the Murderkill River, event held in the month of September to benefit the YMCA of Dover. we couldn’t resist their seafood, fresh from the Estuary. (302) 335-4035 Dover Organizers have identified a route that runs through the watershed Dover, Delaware’s capital, is the center of activity in the St. Jones west of the City of Dover. For information about this event and other 28 Loockerman Deli, 200 W. Loockerman St., Dover. A casual deli Watershed. From the ballet, to Legislative Hall, to NASCAR, you cycling opportunities, call the Kent County Tourism Office at 1-800-233-5368. 16 Air Mobility Command Museum, 1301 Heritage Road, Dover located on the ground floor of the historic Bayard Hotel, which will find it all in Dover. Get your bearings by beginning with a stop AFB, (302) 677-5938. Located in a WWII hanger on Dover Air Force closed in 1967 after more than 100 years of service. (302) 677-0430 at the 11 Delaware State Visitor Center at 406 Federal Street, Base, the museum offers visitors a close up look at some amazing (302) 739-4266, for maps and other local information. Located in aircraft and at Air Force history. 29 Magnolia Family Restaurant, Walnut & Main Sts., Magnolia. the same building is the 22 Sewell C. Biggs Museum of Amer- Nature walks, birding, fishing, and wildlife photography are some of a few Home cookin’, like mom use to make. (302) 335-1231 ican Art, (302) 674-2111, which features a collection of paintings activities available for visitors to the 2,000-acre 10 Ted Harvey 17 John Dickinson Plantation, 340 Kitts Hummock Road, Dover, and antiquities from Delaware Valley artisans. Walking tours of Conservation Area (302) 739-5297. This site is managed primarily (302) 739-3277. Step back in time to the boyhood days of John 30 Steaming Bean, 25 W. Loockerman St., Dover. A popular historic Dover begin at 214 S. State Street. For more information, for hunting and as a refuge for migratory waterfowl. A handicapped Dickinson, the “Penman of the American Revolution”. Guides in period hangout serving tasty homemade salads and sandwiches. (302) 734-2526