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Since everyone is shouting E-A-G-L-E-S, let's swoop in for a chat about our national bird.
The iconic bald eagle was once endangered due to illegal hunting, habitat loss and the pesticide contamination. With so many challenges, America’s bird was heading into extinction.
Laws that prohibit anyone from hunting, selling or possessing a bald eagle were put in place by the federal and state governments to help replenish the population. The United States banned DDT in the early 1970s for its harmful properties to the environment and human health. With these protections in place, bald eagles are no longer endangered.
Bald eagles can be seen across all three counties in Delaware. The species is most spotted near water, giving them access to fish which is their main food source.
Much like the Philadelphia Eagles, bald eagles have made a comeback in recent years. However, they need the support of the public to keep them on the road to victory for many years to come.
You can help us continue to survey bald eagles by reporting if you see a bald eagle nest here.
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Virginia is named for Queen Elizabeth I of England, Pennsylvania is derived from proprietor William Penn, New Jersey takes its designation from a British island, and everyone knows the origin of Washington. But what about Delaware? And even if you are aware of where our state’s name comes from, how about the Murderkill River or Cape Henlopen? The origins of Delaware’s place names make for fascinating stories. Read more
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The bald eagle population plummeted greatly in the middle of the 20th century but has since rebounded. In 2023, the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control conducted a count of eagles’ nests in the First State. Read more
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Ingrams Pond Boat Ramp to Close for Construction of New Ramp, Courtesy Dock and Parking Lot Expansion
DNREC announced that the Ingrams Pond Boat Ramp near Millsboro will be closed as of Monday, Feb. 24 for construction of a new ramp to include a courtesy dock and an expanded ramp parking lot. Read more
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DNREC to Host Introduction to Living Shorelines Training on March 25 and 26
DNREC will host a training March 25 and 26 as an introduction to the process and components of living shorelines in Delaware. Presented in conjunction with the Delaware Living Shorelines Committee, the in-person event will be held at the DNREC Lewes Field Facility from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Read more
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Spring Pond Trout Season to Open With Youth-Only Day March 1, Followed by Regular Downstate Opener March 2
DNREC announced Delaware’s 2025 downstate pond trout season will open for youth anglers under age 16-only at 7 a.m. on Saturday, March 1, followed by the opening of the regular downstate trout season for all anglers a half-hour before sunrise on Sunday, March 2. Read more
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DNREC Announces Leadership Changes
Secretary Greg Patterson announced leadership appointments at DNREC, naming three new officials to key roles to advance the Department’s mission and strengthen intergovernmental coordination and policy. Read more
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DNREC Nears Completion on First Part of Indian River Inlet Beach Nourishment Project
DNREC’s inaugural Field Trip Friday brought state and local leaders to the Indian River Inlet, where Secretary Greg Patterson highlighted progress on the beach nourishment project, which remains on schedule to strengthen coastal resilience before transitioning to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for its final phase. Read More
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Trivia Night with the John Dickinson Plantation
February 21, 6 p.m.
St. Jones Reserve
818 Kitts Hummock Rd.
Dover
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In-Person Horseshoe Crab Spawning Survey Training
March 1, 10 a.m.
St. Jones Reserve
818 Kitts Hummock Rd.
Dover
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Virtual Horseshoe Crab Spawning Survey Training
March 1, 10 a.m.
Virtual Meeting
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In-Person Horseshoe Crab Spawning Survey Training
March 5, 6 p.m.
St. Jones Reserve
818 Kitts Hummock Rd.
Dover
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Virtual Horseshoe Crab Spawning Survey Training
March 6, 6 p.m.
Virtual Meeting
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Team Time Fun with History and Science
March 8, 10 a.m.
St. Jones Reserve
818 Kitts Hummock Rd.
Dover
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Introducing Field Trip Fridays! An initiative launched by new Secretary Greg Patterson to engage colleagues, elected officials and stakeholders and to see DNREC’s key projects and programs. Our first Field Trip Friday kicked off with a visit to the north side of the Indian River Inlet, where we are nearing completion of the state's phase of the emergency dredging and beach nourishment project.
As Field Trip Fridays continue throughout the year, we look forward to fostering stronger connections between leadership, staff and community partners — highlighting the Department’s work and ensuring meaningful conversations about Delaware’s environmental future.
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Delaware Recycles
Recycling conserves valuable natural resources and energy, reduces greenhouse gas emissions and helps us take responsibility for our waste today, as opposed to leaving a burden for future generations.
Delaware has one recycling program that is the same whether at home, at work or at school. To learn more about how to recycle or check out our Recyclopedia tool that takes the guess work out of recycling, visit de.gov/recycling.
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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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Environmental Justice at DNREC
We provide free interpretation services, upon request, to help ensure full participation by all communities, primarily those with limited English proficiency.
Requests for oral interpretation of an application or assistance with submitting a public comment must be made no later than 10 days prior to the close of that application’s comment period. Requests for live oral interpretation must be made no later than 10 days prior to date of the DNREC-hosted public hearing, meeting, or community event.
Submit a request using the interpretation services request form: de.gov/dnrectranslations
Learn more at de.gov/titlevi
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Weatherization Assistance Program
The program, run through the Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy, helps homeowners and renters cut their energy bills by weatherproofing and improving the energy efficiency of their homes. More information on this offering will soon be available at de.gov/wap.
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