Hotline or online form available; reports contribute data to marine science The Maryland Department of Natural Resources asks residents and visitors enjoying coastal and tidal waterways to remain alert for marine mammals and sea turtles through the end of summer and early fall. Dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, whales, and other marine wildlife are regular seasonal […]
Continue ReadingPrevious Winners Take the Blue Ribbon in Both Competitions A renowned Delaware wildlife artist and now 11-time Delaware stamp contest winner who added another blue ribbon to his resume and a second-time winner of a state stamp competition have claimed top honors in Delaware’s Waterfowl Stamp and Trout Stamp art contests, the Department of Natural […]
Continue ReadingOCEAN CITY, MD The Town of Ocean City has suspended all boardwalk tram services until further notice following the fatal collision involving a 2-year-old child that occurred on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. Mayor Rick Meehan expressed his deepest condolences on behalf of the Town. “There are no words to convey the profound sadness we feel […]
Continue ReadingOCEAN CITY, MD The Town of Ocean City will host the O.C. Air Show this weekend. Residents and visitors can expect heavy traffic delays for both vehicles and pedestrians, particularly in the downtown areas. Please note that road closures will affect all types of vehicles, including cars, buses, and bicycles. Street Closures The displays, ground […]
Continue ReadingPermits to hunt in Delaware State Parks may now be purchased online and at more than 40 licensing agents statewide. The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control has announced that special hunting permits for Delaware State Parks can now be conveniently purchased wherever hunting licenses are sold in the state. The special permits […]
Continue ReadingCelebrate the end of summer with ShoreRivers at the Shaw Bay Raft-Up Concert from 3–6 pm on Saturday, September 7, 2024. The Eastport Oyster Boys will be making their 21st appearance and the Wye River Band will be back for their fifth at this free concert, which aims to raise funds and awareness for clean […]
Continue ReadingST. MICHAELS, MD Get a great deal while supporting a terrific cause by purchasing your next vessel at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s annual Charity Boat Auction on Saturday, August 31, 2024. Dozens of boats and watercraft, ranging in size and performance, will be auctioned off to the highest bidders. New this year, there will […]
Continue ReadingThe Kent County Health Department – Environmental Health is currently posting a Health Advisory notification at the following beaches due to high bacteria counts on the latest sample: Betterton Beach, Tolchester Estates and Rock Hall/Ferry Park. The advisory will remain posted until the resampling next week at Ferry Park Beach.
Continue ReadingThe U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Philadelphia District has signed a design agreement with the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) for the Delaware Beneficial Use of Dredged Material (BUDM) for the Delaware River, Philadelphia to Sea Project, also known as the “Delaware Bayshore BUDM Project.” The agreement, signed by USACE […]
Continue ReadingEnhanced Facility Includes Courtesy Dock, Expanded Boat Trailer Parking and New Pier Decking for Fish Pier The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced the grand opening of a new boat ramp facility at Records Pond near Laurel in Sussex County. Construction began earlier this year on the new facility – which includes […]
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