Prescribed Burns Help Delaware Manage Habitat and Prevent Wildfires

Though we may tend to think of fire as a force of pure destruction, it plays an important role in ecosystems. Fire clears dead underbrush and recycles nutrients into the soil, making it vital for helping both plants and animals thrive. Controlled burns, when done properly, can also reduce the risk of major wildfires.

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Seven Delaware Spots Ideal for Sledding

One of the best things about a snow day, especially for those with children, is grabbing a sled and heading to the nearest hill. Even though Delaware is relatively small and flat, our state still has a few public places suitable for sledding. Learn more in this offering from Outdoor Delaware.

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Remembering Delaware’s Original Inhabitants: How DNREC Preserves and Promotes Indigenous Heritage

The state of Delaware recognizes two Native American tribes: the Lenape and the Nanticoke. Both groups descend from indigenous Americans who lived along the Delaware River and Delaware Bay for many centuries before Europeans arrived. Learn how the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control works to protect and promote their heritage in this offering from Outdoor Delaware.

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