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Public Hearing: Regulations Governing State Parks

Date and Time:
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
6 pm

Location:
A Virtual Hearing
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, Delaware
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The DNREC Division of Parks and Recreation will conduct a public hearing on proposed amendments to the State Parks regulations (Docket #2025-R-P-0017). Public comment period open through Aug. 20, 2026.

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For audio-only, call 1-309-205-3325 and use Meeting ID 892 7738 9404 and Passcode 497132.

Register to comment verbally during the hearing

Language assistance is available by request within 10 business days of the hearing.
Closed-captioning is available via the ZOOM virtual meeting tool.

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The proposed changes to the Regulations Governing State Parks (7 DE Admin. Code 9201) include clearer formatting, updated definitions and several rule updates. Key changes address:

  • Magnet fishing
  • Bait restrictions
  • 24/7 park operations
  • Surf‑fishing procedures
  • Standards for appropriate attire and signage
  • Drug and alcohol rules
  • A ban on reselling reservations

For additional information or to view the proposed amendments, visit the Delaware Register of Regulations, beginning July 1, 2026. For any questions or to view the proposed amendments, in person, by appointment-only, contact Kristie Wyatt, at Division of Parks and Recreation, 89 Kings Highway, Dover, Delaware 19901, via phone at 302-739-9192 or by email at Kristie.Wyatt@delaware.gov.

The Department will accept public comment through Aug. 20, 2026. Comments will be accepted in written form via email to DNRECHearingComments@delaware.gov, using the online form at de.gov/dnreccomments, or by U.S. mail to the address on this page.

Public Hearing Officer: Lisa Vest
DNREC Office of the Secretary
89 Kings Highway
Dover, DE 19901

 

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