DNREC Awards Record Improvement Grants for Local Parks
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Parks and Recreation | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
A total of 18 local, county and municipal park systems in Delaware will share $2.2 million in grants — the largest in program history — to help acquire parkland, design and build parks and trails, and construct outdoor recreational facilities.
Second Annual DNREC Photo Contest Opens Jan. 15
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, January 12, 2026
The second annual Delaware photo contest sponsored by DNREC opens Jan. 15, inviting photographers of all skills to share their best shots of Delaware’s outdoors for a chance to win prizes and statewide recognition.
DNREC Soliciting Project Proposals for Surface Water Matching Planning Grants
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Watershed Stewardship | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, January 8, 2026
DNREC is soliciting proposals from Delaware county and municipal governments, conservation districts, and estuary programs to receive matching grants for their surface water project planning. Proposals must be received by 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026.
Delaware Publishes Updated Plan to Combat Climate Change and Protect Communities
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Department of Transportation | Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
2025 Plan Addresses Rising Heat, Flooding, and Health Risks DOVER— Today, the State of Delaware has released the 2025 Climate Action Plan, a practical guide to reduce emissions, strengthen resilience, and secure a safer future for the First State. “Climate change is already reshaping life here in the First State, from extreme rainfall overwhelming our […]
Delaware State Parks Kick Off 75th Anniversary Year with First Day Hikes
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Parks and Recreation | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Delaware State Park kicks off its 75th Anniversary celebration with free First Day Hikes at 16 different locations throughout the state.
