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DNREC to resume state park campground rentals June 1 May 27, 2020
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will reopen its campgrounds in Delaware State Parks Monday in response to Governor John Carney’s removal of the emergency ban on short-term rental units starting June 1. The mandatory 14-day quarantine for out-of-state travelers will also be lifted Monday. Governor John Carney on Tuesday announced that the […]
DNREC Natural Resources Police Park Rangers arrest Rehoboth Beach man on multiple drug charges May 27, 2020
K-9 Vos has first drug alert while on patrol DNREC Natural Resources Police Park Rangers arrested a Rehoboth Beach man on multiple drug and other charges Memorial Day at Cape Henlopen State Park after park rangers found two subjects in a closed primitive camping area. At around 4 p.m. May 25, Rangers approached and questioned […]
DNREC begins treatment of downstate public ponds for the aquatic weed hydrilla May 21, 2020
With inland water temperatures rising and aquatic plants emerging, DNREC’s Division of Fish and Wildlife is treating downstate public ponds for the nuisance aquatic weed hydrilla.
Beach Restrictions To Be Lifted, Visitor Numbers Limited In State Parks For Memorial Day Weekend May 19, 2020
Delawareans will resume activities such as swimming and sunbathing on Delaware State Park beaches for Memorial Day weekend, with existing restrictions on beaches being lifted by the Governor effective Friday, May 22 at 5 p.m. Out-of-state visitors who have maintained a 14-day quarantine since entering the state are also allowed to resume activity on Delaware […]
New website provides Seaford-area residents information on proposed flood risk mapping revisions May 12, 2020
Seaford-area residents are asked to review and comment on proposed floodplain mapping changes in the Clear Brook watershed by visiting a new website.
DNREC opens virtual operations for water-related services May 7, 2020
DNREC continues pivoting to virtual operations for greater efficiencies and ease of use for DNREC customers and constituents.
Fees, passes required at state parks, wildlife areas starting Friday, May 8 May 6, 2020
DNREC will reinstate entry fees and park pass requirements at all State Parks and require a Conservation Access Pass to enter state wildlife areas, May 8.
DNREC state parks, wildlife area visitors must bring masks starting Friday April 30, 2020
Starting Friday those aged 13 or older are now required to bring a face mask with them to enter state parks, wildlife areas and reserves.
DNREC appeals Public Service Commission’s Earth Day action to halt key environmental policy April 27, 2020
DNREC filed in Delaware Superior Court on Monday to stop the Public Service Commission from freezing Delaware’s increasing standard for renewable energy.
St. Jones Reserve trail reopened April 23, 2020
The trail at the St. Jones component of the Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) near Dover has reopened, with repairs to the trail and boardwalk completed.