DNREC Sinks Ex-Navy and Army Freighter Turned Fishing Fleet Boat Reedville onto Delaware’s Artificial Reef System
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Date Posted: Thursday, August 13, 2020
DNREC continued to broaden the recreational allure of Delaware’s renowned artificial reef system today by sinking the Reedville, originally a World War II and Korean Conflict-era coastal freighter and supply ship at a reef site 16 miles offshore and with readings of *38 40.423’N 74* 44.295’ W at a depth of 87 feet. The Reedville was converted to a commercial fishing vessel after military decommissioning and has found another new life starting at 12:18 EDT as fish habitat on the ocean floor through DNREC’s artificial reef program.
Wastewater, Surface Water and Drinking Water Planning Grant Proposals Now Being Accepted by DNREC, DPH
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Public Health | Division of Watershed Stewardship | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 12, 2020
State government agencies, county and municipal governments, and conservation districts can now submit proposals to DNREC and the Delaware Division of Public Health to receive matching grants for wastewater, surface water and drinking water project planning. Proposals must be received by 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2020.
DNREC Offers Yard Waste Management Guidance for Debris from Tropical Storm Isaias
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances | Date Posted: Friday, August 7, 2020
DNREC provides resources to help Delawareans manage their yard waste in ways that are protective of human health and the environment.
DNREC Coastal Cleanup Encourages Residents and Visitors to Clean Up Trash Close to Home
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Community Affairs | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 5, 2020
This year, the 33rd annual Delaware Coastal Cleanup will transition from a one-day, in-person event to a month-long campaign to keep the state’s beaches and waterways free of trash, DNREC announced today.
DNREC’s Basic Hunter Education Course Only Available Online and at No Cost
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Date Posted: Monday, August 3, 2020
Basic Hunter Education Course Field Day Participation (Photo: DNREC) Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the classroom portion of the Basic Hunter Education Course will only be available online and at no cost to participants. After completing the online course, participants will attend a free, in-person field day for an abbreviated two hours where COVID-19 safety […]
