Spring Stopover Puts Delaware at Center of Annual Shorebird Migration Phenomenon
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, May 21, 2026
Thousands of shorebirds of different species pause their marathon migration – while enroute from wintering in South America back to their Arctic breeding grounds – to refuel in Delaware Bay. The spectacle of the shorebirds feasting on horseshoe crab eggs for energy to get them home for breeding season is in full view – and under the watchful eye of the DNREC Delaware Shorebird Project.
Delaware Revises Recreational Regs for Bluefish to Give Anglers Higher Daily Possession Limit
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
DNREC has revised Delaware’s fishing regulations for bluefish to benefit recreational anglers, with the daily possession limit increased from three to five bluefish for anglers fishing from private vessels and from shore, while the limit for anglers aboard for-hire vessels has been raised from five to seven bluefish a day.
DNREC Expects to Complete Channel Marking Projects for Major Boating Waters Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Watershed Stewardship | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, May 19, 2026
The DNREC Shoreline and Waterway Management Section expects to complete a channel marker installation project and maintenance activities on five major boating waters in Delaware’s Inland Bays ahead of the Memorial Day weekend so Delaware boaters can enjoy the traditional start of their season.
DNREC Releases 2026-2030 Delaware Wetland Program Plan
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Watershed Stewardship | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, May 18, 2026
DNREC has released a five-year Delaware Wetland Program Plan as a guide for identifying wetland research, education, management and conservation needs within the state – the plan outlines a vision to achieve an increase in wetland acreage and improve wetland conditions to support the wealth of services and functions wetlands provide.
Historic School House Opens at Bellevue State Park
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Parks and Recreation | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, May 15, 2026
Mount Pleasant School House, one of the first public schools in Delaware, will serve as an interpretive center at Bellevue State Park to explore the rich history of the Brandywine area.
