DNREC Announces June 6 and 7 Will be Free Fishing Days in Delaware Waters
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, May 7, 2026
DNREC encourages Delawareans and visitors alike to celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week (June 6-14) with two days of free fishing in the state Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7. On these two days anglers may fish, crab and clam in any Delaware waters without possessing a 2026 fishing license.
DNREC to Hold First Community Meeting on Chronic Wasting Disease in State’s Deer Herd May 13 in Laurel
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, May 4, 2026
DNREC will hold the first community meeting about the recent detection of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in Delaware’s white-tailed deer at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 13 at the Baldcypress Nature Center at Trap Pond State Park in Laurel. For anyone unable to attend the in-person meeting, a virtual option is available.
Wilmington Resident Arrested for Multiple Incidents of Illegal Dumping of Trash and Construction Materials
Delaware State Police | Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Department of Transportation | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, April 30, 2026
Delaware Natural Resources Police (DNRP) recently arrested a 47-year-old Wilmington resident following an ongoing investigation into illegal dumping of trash and construction materials along Terminal Avenue and Interstate 495 in Wilmington.
UPDATE: Delaware’s Revised Black Sea Bass Recreational Fishing Regulations Apply in Both State and Federal Waters
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, April 30, 2026
DNREC revised recreational fishing state regulations for black sea bass to reflect a greater abundance of the species for anglers to catch. After federal regulatory action this week, the same regulations will apply to Delaware anglers starting May 1 whether fishing in state or federal waters.
DNREC Reminds Residents and Visitors That Delaware’s Annual Open Burning Ban Begins May 1
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Air Quality | Date Posted: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Delaware’s annual open burning ban takes effect Thursday, May 1 and continues through Sept. 30 to help protect air quality during ozone season. During the statewide ban, most outdoor burning is not allowed. Cooking fires, recreational campfires and ceremonial bonfires are still permitted year-round when they use firewood, charcoal, propane, or natural gas.
