DNREC announced that piping plovers – a federally-listed threatened and Delaware state-listed endangered species – and least terns particularly experienced increased nesting success at The Point on Cape Henlopen, where the beach-nesting birds had welcoming habitat and for the least terns increased protection of nesting grounds in 2026.

DNRP are collecting donated toys ahead of the upcoming giving season for families in need in all three counties beginning Nov. 1. Donations will be distributed as gifts to children in communities statewide through the local branch of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program.

DNREC has stocked rainbow trout in White Clay Creek in northern New Castle County to provide anglers opportunities to fish upstate Delaware for trout in the fall and winter

Delaware State Parks planted its 75,000th tree at Trap Pond State Park in honor of its 75th anniversary to improve air and water quality, preserve soil and support wildlife.

Twelve Delaware community projects will receive a total of $523,179 in 2027 from grants awarded through the Community Environmental Project Fund (CEPF) administered by DNREC. The CEPF funding supports projects that mitigate pollution, enhance the environment and create recreational opportunities for affected communities.

DNREC, the Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) within the Department of Safety and Homeland Security and Delaware State Police (DSP) urge motorists to start safe driving habits now, before deer activity peaks later this fall.

Volunteers across Delaware joined together on Sept. 19 for the 39th annual Coastal Cleanup organized by DNREC and removed more than 3,800 pounds of trash from shorelines, wetlands and waterways.

DNREC has updated Delaware hunting guidance concerning direct supervision for 18- to 20-year-old hunters after a state Supreme Court ruling struck down a lower court decision that had allowed 18- to 20-year-olds to hunt without direct supervision when using a range of hunting firearms.

Family fun, food and entertainment await visitors to the 18th annual Blackbird Creek Fall Festival.

Take the ultimate road trip to Delaware State Parks this fall to explore fall festivals and special events and stay to bike, hike, paddle, camp, discover history or participate in seasonal programs.