The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control today reopened the Indian River Bay to clamming and shellfish harvest after a mandatory 21-day closure that followed a Jan. 15 wastewater release from the town of Millsboro’s sewage …
Delaware’s spring turkey season has become increasingly popular among hunters – last year’s record harvest of 801 gobblers led to an all-time high for turkey hunting permit applications on state wildlife areas /US Fish and Wildlife Service photo Strong …
The 2024 cohort launched the DNREC Summer Internship Program, now in its third year. Semaj Bungy-Carter (front row third from left) was an intern in that cohort – and went on to a full-time position with the Department as an environmental scientist / …
[versión en español] [vèsyon kreyòl ayisyen] Rehoboth Bay Aquaculture Oysters Not Affected; Crabs, Conch and Finfish Harvest Remains Open The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control has issued an emergency closure of Indian River …
The DuPont Nature Center, under the DNREC Division of Fish and Wildlife, prepares to build connections with the community through artwork /Delaware DNREC photo First Event of Its Kind Will Rotate Themed Artwork Through September The DuPont Nature Center …
The South Wilmington Wetlands Park (shown above in 2020) was designed to create a stormwater management facility and remediate and restore 22 acres of wetlands along the Christina River in the South Wilmington area. /Delaware DNREC photo Virtual Public …
The town of Laurel received an ORPT grant in 2020 to help build a nature-themed playground in Tidewater Park. Photo by DNREC Division of Parks and Recreation The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control awarded 18 matching grants totaling …
Winners from the inaugural 2025 DNREC photo contest focused their work on showing Delaware’s natural beauty /Delaware DNREC graphic Photographers of All Ages and Skill Levels Welcome to Enter The second annual Delaware photo contest sponsored by the …
2025 Plan Addresses Rising Heat, Flooding, and Health Risks DOVER— Today, the State of Delaware has released the 2025 Climate Action Plan, a practical guide to reduce emissions, strengthen resilience, and secure a safer future for the First State. “Climate …
To kick off its 75th Anniversary celebration, Delaware State Parks is offering a healthy start with First Day Hikes across the state. First Day Hikes are a nationwide initiative through America’s State Parks that began back in 2012. “Delaware State Parks …
Holiday trees, with the adornments removed, take on a great second life as mulch and wood chips /Delaware DNREC photo DNREC Encourages Delawareans to Choose Additional Eco-Friendly Tree Disposal and Organic Reuse Options The Department of Natural …
Natural Minor air construction permits and amendments are moving online Dec. 21 through Digital DNREC (ePermitting)/DNREC photo Some Air Permits Move Online as Part of Reform Effort The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control ( …
The annual snow goose migration brings tens of thousands of birds spread throughout Delaware’s landscape. /Delaware DNREC photo Hunters and Wildlife Watchers Encountering Dead or Sick Wild Birds, Especially Snow Geese, are Advised to Report Location to …
Among the new leaders at Delaware State Parks are (l-r) Jayce Madden, inland ponds regional administrator; Pat Thompson, northern regional administrator; Chris Pauley, superintendent of Delaware Seashore State Park; Lindsey Goebel, superintendent of Trap …
Delaware City Refining Company offices in Delaware City. DNREC has demanded the refinery install fenceline monitors at the facility after a recent release of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) including butane and related compounds produced by the refinery …
Hunters and Anyone Encountering Dead or Sick Wild Birds, Especially Geese and Ducks, Are Advised to Report Location to State Authorities The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) announced today that laboratory testing …
DNREC Secretary Greg Patterson presents a national corporate partnership award to Big Chill Manager Becca Anderson in recognition of the company’s work with Delaware State Parks and the community. Photo by Delaware State Parks The Big Chill Beach Club at …
Ten Delaware projects will receive a total of $348,777 in 2026 through the Community Environmental Project Fund (CEPF), administered by the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control. By state law (7 Del. Code §6042), DNREC withholds a …
An American shad. The upcoming Tidal Finfisheries Council meeting will offer an update on a potential shad hatchery on the Brandywine River /Delaware DNREC graphic: Duane Raver, Jr. Delaware’s Advisory Council on Tidal Finfisheries will hold a hybrid …
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will hold its annual auction of low-digit surf fishing plates starting Tuesday, Nov. 25, at 9 a.m., at usgovbid.com. The online auction benefits Delaware State Parks. Between Nov. 25 …
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