Welcome to the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control home page, your on-line connection to information that will help you find your way around our agency. Whether you are an angler looking for an update on fishing regulations, a student doing a report on water pollution, a nature lover seeking a new state park to visit, or simply a citizen who wants to find out what DNREC is doing to manage and conserve the natural resources of Delaware for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations, you should be able to discover what you are looking for at one of our links. We have tried to make navigating our site as simple as possible, but we are interested in your suggestions if we need to improve. Please take time to browse. The more you know and understand about DNREC, the easier our job will be. Public support is important to our success and greatly appreciated.

Protecting and Conserving Delaware's Good Nature

It's the mission of the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control to protect and manage the state's vital natural resources, protect public health and safety, provide quality outdoor recreation and to serve and educate the citizens of the First State about the wise use, conservation and enhancement of Delaware's Environment.