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On the heels of the month-long celebration of Earth Day, May is shaping up to be filled with lots of opportunities for education, observation, conservation and good, old-fashioned fun outdoors. Here are some things to look out for this month:
Ticks! - Since May is National Lyme Disease Awareness Month, it's important to learn about how you can remain safe while enjoying the outdoors this spring and summer. Check out our Top 10 Tick Facts or report a tick interaction at de.gov/ticks.
Flood Awareness Week- Did you know Delaware is the country's lowest lying state? To bring awareness to our potential flood risk, Governor Carney has declared May 20 through 24 Delaware Flood Awareness Week. With the effects of climate change, a flood can happen at any time. To learn how you can prepare, visit de.gov/floodrisk.
American Wetlands Month- Wetlands provide many important services to humans and the environment. They improve water quality. They provide habitat for fish, wildlife and rare plants, and they protect us from flooding and storm damage. You can download and print the DNREC Wetlands Activity book for students!
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Upward of 1,600 plant species are native to Delaware, according to state botanist Bill McAvoy. Surprisingly, a full 40% of those are considered rare in the state. Read more ...
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Flooding is already a problem in Delaware, the lowest-lying state, and it is expected to worsen over time due to the impacts of climate change, chiefly sea level rise and more frequent and intense storms. Read More...
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DNREC-Sponsored Poetry Contest Seeks Entries Focused on ‘What I Love About the Ocean’
In celebration of National Ocean Month in June, DNREC, in partnership with libraries in each county, is conducting a haiku poetry contest. Read more
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DNREC Announces Fees, Passes for Use of Deauville Beach
Following a virtual community meeting and public input through a survey, DNREC's proposed user fees for Deauville Beach have been approved by the Parks and Recreation Council and DNREC Secretary Shawn M. Garvin. Read more
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Delawareans Can Buy Discounted Compost Bins Online Through State-Initiated Program
Composting food scraps along with yard waste not only reduces the amount of waste going to Delaware’s landfills, the process also produces organic material that can be used to enrich garden soil. Read more
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DNREC, City of Wilmington Unveil Revamped 7th Street Boating and Fishing Access Area
The 7th Street Boating and Fishing Area on the Christina River has officially reopened to Wilmington's Eastside community, with DNREC, in partnership with the city, celebrating the $2.9 million project with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in John Barbiarz Park, where the popular facility is located. Read More
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Nominate a Young Environmentalist for DNREC Awards
DNREC is calling for nominations for its 2024 Young Environmentalist of the Year Awards. The awards program recognizes Delaware students who have shown a commitment to environmental advocacy and conservation efforts. Nominations will be accepted through Friday, June 28, 2024. Read more
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DNREC Videos
View nesting ospreys on the live osprey cam from the DuPont Nature Center at Mispillion Harbor. This camera is sponsored by the DNREC DuPont Nature Center and DuPont.
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The Individual Adaptation Decision and Planning Tool, I-ADAPT, is designed to help Delaware residents adapt to increased flooding. Users enter information about their property and the tool generates recommendations on how to lower their flood risk.
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Charter School of Wilmington Team A is the winner of the 2024 Delaware Envirothon competition held today at Abbotts Mill Nature Center in Milford, the Delaware Association of Conservation Districts announced. The latest state Envirothon championship marks Charter School of Wilmington’s school’s 22nd win in the event’s 28-year history, highlighted by an unbroken winning streak in the Envirothon competition since 2002. Odessa High School FFA came in second place and Wilmington Charter School Team B placed third in the Envirothon competition.
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Take a Kid Fishing!
May 25, 9 a.m.
Lums Pond State Park
1068 Howell School Road Bear, Delaware
More Info Here
Boating Safety Class
June 1, 8 a.m.
Gulls Way Campground
30738 Gullsway Dr. Dagsboro, Delaware
More Info Here
Take A Kid Fishing!
June 1, 9 a.m.
Aquatic Resources Education Center
2520 Lighthouse Road Smyrna, Delaware
More Info Here
2024 Youth Fishing Tournament
June 1, 10 a.m.
New Castle County – Lums Pond Dog Training Area, Bear
Kent County – Akridge Scout Reservation, Camden
Sussex County – Ingrams Pond, Millsboro
More Info Here
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Boating Safety Class
June 2, 8 a.m.
Pot-Nets Lakeside Community Center
33076 Rock Cove Millsboro, Delaware
More Info Here
Public Information Session: US Wind Project
June 5, 4 p.m.
Beacon Middle School
19483 John J. Williams Hwy Lewes, Delaware
More Info Here
Green Eggs and Sand Workshop
June 8, 9 a.m.
St. Jones Reserve
818 Kitts Hummock Rd. Dover, Delaware
More Info Here
Take A Kid Fishing!
June 12, 9 a.m.
Aquatic Resources Education Center 2520 Lighthouse Road Smyrna, Delaware
More Info Here
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Operation Terrapin Rescue at Port Mahon
Female terrapins move from the Delaware Bay to nesting sites near Port Mahon in Kent County every summer, but they face real danger due to vehicles on Port Mahon Road. That’s where our Operation Terrapin Rescue comes in – to help them do this safely. Learn how to help at de.gov/terrapinrescue.
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Weatherization Assistance Program
Paying for home improvements that create a comfortable, draft-free space can be challenging, especially if you have mouths to feed. Our Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) ensures that families in need don’t have to stretch a tight budget to make their home more comfortable. Recently, WAP serviced the home of a single mother of four, keeping her family cool this summer at no cost to them. The energy savings through weatherization will save her $3.70 for every dollar the program invested in her house, providing some financial relief just in time for her kids’ summer vacation. Learn more at de.gov/wap.
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Digital DNREC E-Permitting
Use the Digital DNREC ePermitting system for recreational fishing and hunting licenses, license exempt numbers, deer harvest report cards and tags, deer damage assistance, hunter education, waterfowl stamps, permits, Conservation Access Passes, and harvest reporting.
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Mosquito Control
The Mosquito Control Section uses a Spray Zone Notification System to let residents know when and where they plan to apply pesticides to control mosquito populations. An Online Spray Zone Map is updated each day (by 4:00 p.m.) to identify zones where spray activity is scheduled. Residents can use the map to see where spraying is planned. They can also sign up for notification, by text, phone call or email, of upcoming spray activities in any zone. de.gov/mosquito
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Tundra Swan Monitoring Program
As part of our larger effort to manage and monitor waterfowl in Delaware, our Division of Fish and Wildlife set out to capture tundra swans over the past few months.
One of the swans was fitted with a GPS neck collar, allowing researchers to collect data. The swan departed from Delaware, stopping several times on the way north. The bird then flew nonstop into New York overnight, reaching 3,000 feet and 69mph. As it approached Michigan, GPS tracked it at 83mph at similar altitudes. The swan has traveled over 800 miles so far.
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