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DNREC Again to Offer Popular ‘Life in the Bay’ Educational Seining Program for Families of All Ages

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | News | Date Posted: Thursday, July 11, 2024


Seining for aquatic life at Woodland Beach

The “Life in the Bay” program to be presented July 31 and Aug. 7 by DNREC’s Aquatic Resources Education Center will give youngsters aged 6 and up the chance to try their hand at seining along the Delaware Bay. /DNREC photo

 

Outdoor Program Upcoming July 31 and Aug. 7 at Woodland Beach

The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control invites families of all ages to participate in “Life in the Bay,” the popular youth education program geared toward children aged 6 and older, but with equal appeal to adults who want to learn about fish and other aquatic creatures that live in the Delaware Bay.

Staff from DNREC’s Aquatic Resources Education Center (AREC) managed by the DNREC Division of Fish and Wildlife will be on hand July 31 and Aug. 7 at Woodland Beach to seine for aquatic creatures found along the edge of the Delaware Bay and help participants discover and learn about aquatic life on the Delaware Bayshore.

Program participants will observe AREC staff using seine net to capture aquatic life along the shoreline. Later, “Life in the Bay” program participants will have an opportunity to view the catch and assist staff in releasing what’s been caught via seining efforts. Closed-toed shoes are a must for participating in “Life in the Bay.” All other equipment will be provided by AREC.

The hour-long seining programs are scheduled for:

  • Wednesday, July 31, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
  • Wednesday, Aug. 7, 9 to 10 a.m.

To ensure enough supplies are on hand for the free program, pre-registration is required and can be done via the DNREC events calendar, de.gov/dnrecmeetings. To learn more about AREC and all educational programs offered by the center, visit de.gov/arec.

About DNREC
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control protects and manages the state’s natural resources, protects public health, provides outdoor recreational opportunities and educates Delawareans about the environment. The DNREC Division of Fish and Wildlife conserves and manages Delaware’s fish and wildlife and their habitats, and provides fishing, hunting, wildlife viewing and boating access on nearly 68,000 acres of public land owned or managed by the Division of Fish and Wildlife. For more information, visit the website and connect with @DelawareDNREC on Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly known as Twitter) or LinkedIn.

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DNREC Again to Offer Popular ‘Life in the Bay’ Educational Seining Program for Families of All Ages

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | News | Date Posted: Thursday, July 11, 2024


Seining for aquatic life at Woodland Beach

The “Life in the Bay” program to be presented July 31 and Aug. 7 by DNREC’s Aquatic Resources Education Center will give youngsters aged 6 and up the chance to try their hand at seining along the Delaware Bay. /DNREC photo

 

Outdoor Program Upcoming July 31 and Aug. 7 at Woodland Beach

The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control invites families of all ages to participate in “Life in the Bay,” the popular youth education program geared toward children aged 6 and older, but with equal appeal to adults who want to learn about fish and other aquatic creatures that live in the Delaware Bay.

Staff from DNREC’s Aquatic Resources Education Center (AREC) managed by the DNREC Division of Fish and Wildlife will be on hand July 31 and Aug. 7 at Woodland Beach to seine for aquatic creatures found along the edge of the Delaware Bay and help participants discover and learn about aquatic life on the Delaware Bayshore.

Program participants will observe AREC staff using seine net to capture aquatic life along the shoreline. Later, “Life in the Bay” program participants will have an opportunity to view the catch and assist staff in releasing what’s been caught via seining efforts. Closed-toed shoes are a must for participating in “Life in the Bay.” All other equipment will be provided by AREC.

The hour-long seining programs are scheduled for:

  • Wednesday, July 31, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
  • Wednesday, Aug. 7, 9 to 10 a.m.

To ensure enough supplies are on hand for the free program, pre-registration is required and can be done via the DNREC events calendar, de.gov/dnrecmeetings. To learn more about AREC and all educational programs offered by the center, visit de.gov/arec.

About DNREC
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control protects and manages the state’s natural resources, protects public health, provides outdoor recreational opportunities and educates Delawareans about the environment. The DNREC Division of Fish and Wildlife conserves and manages Delaware’s fish and wildlife and their habitats, and provides fishing, hunting, wildlife viewing and boating access on nearly 68,000 acres of public land owned or managed by the Division of Fish and Wildlife. For more information, visit the website and connect with @DelawareDNREC on Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly known as Twitter) or LinkedIn.

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