DNREC to Issue 1,000 Additional Surf-Fishing Permits
Special Off-Peak Permit Pilot Program to Cast Off in Late May In response to the eighth modification to the COVID-19 emergency order, issued by Gov. John Carney on March 29, the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will issue up to 1,000 additional one-year Surf-Fishing Permits for 2021. Those who wish to purchase […]
DNREC Reminds Public That The Point at Cape Henlopen is Closed for 2021 Beach Nesting Season
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control reminds the public that The Point at Cape Henlopen State Park, including a stretch of ocean and bay beach, is now closed. Since 1993, The Point has closed annually each March for the benefit of threatened and endangered beachnesters and migratory shorebirds, including red knot, piping […]
DNREC’s State Parks, Zoo Waive Entry Fees on Black Friday
#OptOutside Movement Draws Thousands Outdoors Each Year The public is invited to enjoy free entry to Delaware’s state parks and zoo Friday, Nov. 27. The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control has waived state park and zoo entry fees annually on Black Friday for as part of a the #OptOutside movement. More than 7,000 […]
DNREC to reopen The Point at Cape Henlopen Sept. 1
LEWES, Del. – The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will reopen The Point at Cape Henlopen State Park, including a stretch of ocean beach and dunes, and a half-mile along the bay shoreline, Tuesday, Sept. 1. The bayside beach will remain closed until Oct. 1 for use by shorebirds migrating south for the […]
DNREC Announces Killens Pond State Park Water Park to Open Saturday
Safety Measures, Including Limited Capacity and Hours, in Effect Until Further Notice The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will reopen the Killens Pond State Park Water Park on Saturday, July 11, with measures in effect to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. The Water Park will limit its hours and offer two sessions […]
