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DNREC Calendar: Outdoor Recreation



The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) offers outdoor recreation classes and opportunities for children and adventurous adults at its several nature centers, outdoor education centers, the Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve and via several educational programs.

This calendar is presented as a list of upcoming events (below) and as a month-to-month calendar grid. It is part of the DNREC Calendar of Events.

Find outdoor recreation events at Delaware’s State Parks on the DEStateParks.com website.


Friday, January 3, 2025 - New Year, New Beach! Cleanup Program

Looking to start the new year off right?
Time: 10 am
Place: Slaughter Beach Pavilion

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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