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Outdoor Delaware: Fun and Education
Get smarter about our environment and enjoy the journey. Learn what makes our natural world tick and how we can help conserve and protect it.What Really Happens to Recyclables in Delaware
Every week, thousands of tons of paper, glass, plastic, cardboard and aluminum make their way to a large facility sitting between Interstate 295 and Interstate 495 in New Castle near the Delaware River. This is the Materials Recovery Facility, and it processes much of Delaware’s recyclables.Outdoor Delaware: Boating, Fishing and Hunting
Want to go cruisin’, drop a line or test your aim? Here’s where you’ll find out about seasons, safety, licenses and much more.Outdoor Delaware: People
Who’s behind the discoveries we make? What’s it like to be a hunter? How do our K9 officers help our Natural Resource Police? Get these answers and more.Disc Golf: No Funny Pants Required
Any disc golf enthusiast will tell you it’s a great game. No clubs are required, you don’t need a caddie or an electric cart, you can play alone or with a group, and you don’t have to wear funny pants.Gone Herpin’ — DNREC Catalogs Delaware’s Reptiles and Amphibians
As anyone who’s searched for them knows, finding snakes, turtles, frogs and other reptiles or amphibians isn’t always easy. For conservationists, who must develop detailed plans around propagating species that are typically rare to begin with, it can be even more difficult. Experts have too often lacked good data about these critters, including where exactly they live. Mapping the range of every species in our state is a very big task. But, thanks to a very extensive project that took the better part of a decade, the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control now has a better idea about the location of reptiles and amphibians here.Outdoor Delaware: Adventure
Outdoors or indoors, there are plenty of exciting activities to experience and places to see in Delaware. Discover what’s out there!Outdoor Delaware: Health and Science
What are the latest discoveries our scientists are making? How are we keeping our air and water cleaner? What’s White-nose syndrome? Learn more.Outdoor Delaware: Animals
Hey animal lovers! Find out all about Delaware’s wildlife, from who’s new at the Brandywine Zoo to the other creatures that crawl, swim, walk and fly.Outdoor Delaware: Nature
Delaware is full of beauty and wonder. From our insects and animals, to our wild lands and beaches, learn why our natural world is important to all of us.Outdoor Delaware: Conservation
Want to find out how we can help the environment? From habitat and wildlife protection to recycling, learn how we can conserve our natural resources.Our Own Toliara
Toliara is a radiated tortoise who lives at the Brandywine Zoo. Radiated tortoises are reptiles and considered among the most beautiful in the world. His ancestors emerged on land shortly after dinosaurs became extinct some 65 million years ago.From Phragmites Part-Timer to a Wildlife Management Career, Thanks Delaware!
Former Division of Fish and Wildlife Regional Manager Bill Jones reflects on 34 years in state service and his progress from a part-time job to a career in wildlife management.What About Kestrels? DNREC is Finding Out
The American kestrel is a pint-sized yet ferocious aerial predator notorious for taking out tree swallows or bluebirds in mid-air. About the size of a mourning dove, this raptor is the smallest and most colorful falcon in North America. But the species is also in danger. Kestrel populations have been falling, with the Mid-Atlantic region experiencing the greatest decline.Jellyfish to Watch Out For
Are you planning to go for a swim? If so, you may encounter jellyfish because they love warm water. And there are several species of jellies you should keep a watchful eye on as you venture out for a dip.Wildlife Enthusiasts – Check Out Improved Access to the Bayshore!
Enjoy birding, boating, fishing, hiking, hunting, taking photographs or just watching wildlife in their natural habitats when you visit the Delaware Bayshore. It doesn’t take much effort to find your favorite spot to enjoy some time outdoors.Everything Including the Kitchen “Sink” — Delaware’s Artificial Reefs
Over 20 years, Delaware has recycled more than two million tons of rock, 100,000 tons of concrete, 86 tanks and armored personnel carriers, 1,329 retired subway cars and 27 retired vessels to create new, artificial reefs.Time Travelers Dig the John Bell House
The Delaware State Parks Time Traveler program offers a hands-on experience for volunteers to get involved in cultural heritage work at our state parks. And you can literally get your hands dirty.Wetlands and Subaqueous Lands Applications
A listing of applications to the DNREC Division of Water for wetlands and subaqueous lands permits and leases and renewal of a statewide activity approval.Public Hearing: James and Meredith Bruner Subaqueous Lands Lease
The DNREC Wetlands and Subaqueous Lands Section will conduct a virtual public hearing on an application from James and Meredith Bruner for a lease to construct and use a pier, dock and two boatlifts in the Little Assawoman Bay.Non-Hazardous Liquid Waste Transporters Permit: Sherman Heating Oils
Sherman Heating Oils has applied for a renewal of a permit to transport portable toilet waste to be disposed of at the Town of Laurel Wastewater Treatment Facility.Notification of Negotiations for a Brownfields Development Agreement for the Cumberland Farms Store 122425 Site, (DE-1738)
DNREC’s Remediation Section is negotiating a Brownfields Development Agreement with 1700 Marsh and Wilson Associates, LLC regarding the Cumberland Farms Store 122425 Site, located at 1700 Marsh Road, Wilmington.DSPC Public Hearing: Div. of Water Exhibits
A list of public hearing exhibits submitted for the record by the Div. of Water, Wetlands and Subaqueous Lands Section, for the Sept. 29, 2020, Diamond State Port Corporation public hearing (Docket #2020-P-MULTI-0024). Exhibit 1: Wetlands and Subaqueous Lands Section Application (Original) (3/13/20) Exhibit 2: Army Corps Permit Application (3/13/20) Exhibit 3: Environmental7 DE Admin. Code 1102 Natural Minor Permit Applications: Austin and Bednash Construction
Austin and Bednash Construction, Inc. requests a permit amendment to allow use of their crusher at 820 Federal School Lane, in New Castle.Notification of Public Comment for a Brownfield Development Agreement for the Electric Hose and Rubber Site, Wilmington (DE-0174)
DNREC’s Remediation Section has negotiated a Brownfield Development Agreement with Brandywine Realty LLC regarding the Electric Hose and Rubber Site, located at 1340 and 1400 East 12th Street, Wilmington.Notification of Negotiations Concerning a Voluntary Cleanup Program Agreement for the Site Foundry at Riverview Site, (DE-1737)
DNREC is negotiating a Voluntary Cleanup Program Agreement with Foundry at Riverview, LLC regarding the Foundry at Riverview Site located at 0 West 7th Street, New Castle.Water Allocation Permit: Burtons Pond, LLC
Burtons Pond, LLC has requested an allocation permit for one proposed irrigation well located east of Georgetown, near the intersection of Hollymount Road and John J Williams Highway.Public Hearing: Plastic Bag Ban and Recycling
The DNREC Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances will conduct a virtual public hearing on the proposed revisions to 7 DE Admin. Code 1301 Section 14 “Plastic Carryout Bag Ban and At Store Recycling Program.”DSPC Public Hearing: Div. of Waste and Hazardous Substances Exhibits
A list of public hearing exhibits submitted for the record by the Div. of Waste and Hazardous Substances for the Sept. 29, 2020, Diamond State Port Corporation public hearing (Docket #2020-P-MULTI-0024). Exhibit 1: Application with Attachments Figure 1 – Facility Location Map Figure 2 – MonitoringDSPC Public Hearing: DCMP Exhibits
A list of public hearing exhibits submitted for the record by the Delaware Coastal Management Program for the Sept. 29, 2020, Diamond State Port Corporation public hearing (Docket #2020-P-MULTI-0024). Exhibit 1: Federal Consistency Application, dated and received March 18, 2020 Exhibit 2: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Permit Application, ApplicationFederal Consistency Determinations: USDA FSA Poultry Operation
The USDA proposes to subordinate its lien to another lender in order for the other lender to finance construction of two poultry houses, a generator shed, a manure shed/composter, and other related infrastructure on an existing farm on South Old State Road in Georgetown.Wastewater Facilities Construction Permit Applications: Charter Oak Investments
Charter Oak Investments, LLC., has applied for a permit to install approximately 3,347 feet of force main, one pump station with two submersible pumps, valves and related facilities within the Chase Oaks residential subdivision, located on Webb’s Landing Road, in Sussex County.Reg. 1102 Permit Application: Tidewater Utilities
Tidewater Utilities, Inc. has applied for a permit to remove exterior lead-containing coatings from an outdoor water tank on Dover Air Force Base by dry abrasive blasting.Proposed Plan of Remedial Action for the 401 Bellevue Road (DE-1711)
DNREC invites public comment on a proposal to clean-up the 401 Bellevue Road Site located in Newark (part of the Newark South Groundwater Plume Superfund Site).7 DE Admin. Code 1102 Natural Minor Permit Applications: Letica Corporation
Letica Corporation requests permission to build 15 injection molding machines, 18 natural gas-fired flamers, 4 UV-offset printers, 6 resin silos, 1 regrinding operation for scrap plastic, and 2 non-contact cooling water towers at 801 Industrial Road, Middletown.Public Hearing Comment Registration
Those wishing to offer verbal comments during DNREC virtual public hearings must pre-register using the form below.Contact Us
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