DNREC Invites Youngsters to Enjoy ‘Small Fry Adventures’ at Aquatic Resources Education Center
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, June 24, 2024
DNREC encourages families with children 4 to 7 to enjoy exciting “Small Fry Adventures,” a free program about tidal salt marsh and the critters that live there, being held this summer at the Aquatic Resources Education Center near Smyrna.
Dagsboro Angler Wins Annual Youth Fishing Tournament Second Year in a Row
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, June 6, 2024
More than 300 youth anglers turned out on a perfect early summer day June 1 to cast their lines in the 38th annual Youth Fishing Tournament, hosted by the Delaware Natural Resources Police at Ingrams Pond in Sussex County, Akridge Scout Reservation in Kent County, and Lums Pond in New Castle County.
Delawareans Can Buy Discounted Compost Bins Online Through State-Initiated Program
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, May 6, 2024
Composting food scraps along with yard waste reduces waste going to Delaware’s landfills and produces organic material that can be used to enrich garden soil. DNREC is encouraging residents to try composting by promoting a community sale of compost bins online. Through strategic bulk purchasing, DNREC is able to offer compost bins, rain barrels and accessories at reduced prices, just in time for International Composting Awareness Week, May 6 to 12.
Nominate a Young Environmentalist for DNREC Awards
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, May 2, 2024
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.
Charter School of Wilmington Wins 2024 Delaware Envirothon Championship
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, April 25, 2024
Charter School of Wilmington Team A won the 2024 Delaware Envirothon at Abbotts Mill Nature Center in Milford, the school’s 22nd win in the event’s 28-year history, an unbroken winning streak in the Envirothon competition since 2002, the Delaware Association of Conservation Districts announced.
