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.

Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve
302-739-6377
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.
Saturday, November 7, 2026 - Fall Tree Planting at Blackbird Creek Reserve
Saturday, November 14, 2026 - Create a Bookmark at the St. Jones Reserve
Create your own one-of-a-kind nature-inspired bookmark.
Saturday, November 14, 2026 - Nature Journaling at the St. Jones Reserve
Learn the important skill of nature journaling.
Thursday, December 10, 2026 - Trivia Night with the John Dickinson Plantation
Come show off your knowledge of Delaware history and nature.
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