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For Kids and Families



DNREC’s National Estuarine Research Reserve offers a variety of fun and educational activities for children and adults on Reserve property and along the Delaware Bayshore. All activities are free. Most require pre-registration.

A family canoeing down a stream

Information and Registration

Discover the Delaware Bay with us!

The Reserve offers free public programs throughout the year. Registration is required for all programs. To register, contact the Reserve at 302-739-6377 or follow the registration link listed on the event page listed below.

Programs may be cancelled due to inclement weather or low registration.

Sunday, January 5, 2025 - Winter Hike at the St. Jones Reserve

Join a guided winter hike at the St. Jones Reserve.
Time: 10 am
Place: St. Jones Reserve

Saturday, January 11, 2025 - Tea Time Fun with History and Science

Sip tea while learning about the historical purposes of tea and how it is used for innovative research.

Time: 10 am
Place: St. Jones Reserve

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 - Estuary Bingo Night

Join the Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) education team for a night of estuary themed bingo.

Time: 6 pm
Place: St. Jones Reserve

Learn all about Delaware’s native trees and how to differentiate them.

Time: 10 am
Place: St. Jones Reserve

Saturday, February 1, 2025 - Winter Hike at the Blackbird Creek Reserve

Come hike with Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) staff at the Blackbird Creek Reserve.

Time: 10 am
Place: Blackbird Creek Reserve



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