For Kids and Families

DNREC’s National Estuarine Research Reserve offers a variety of fun and educational activities for children and adults on Reserve property and along the Delaware Bayshore. All activities are free. Most require pre-registration.

A family canoeing down a stream

Information and Registration

Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve
302-739-6377

Discover the Delaware Bay with us!

The Reserve offers free public programs throughout the year. Registration is required for all programs. To register, contact the Reserve at 302-739-6377 or follow the registration link listed on the event page listed below.

Programs may be cancelled due to inclement weather or low registration.

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 - Estuary Bingo Night

Come out for a night of estuary-themed bingo with the Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR).

Time: 6 pm
Place: St. Jones Reserve

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 - Boardgame Night: Estuary Pictionary

Join us for the first ever DNERR boardgame night at the Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR).

Time: 6 pm
Place: St. Jones Reserve

Friday, July 18, 2025 - Boat Trip on the St. Jones River

Join staff from DNREC’s Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) for a free guided boat trip on the St. Jones River, near Dover.

Time: 3:15 pm
Place: Scotton Landing

Monday, August 4, 2025 - Boat Trip on the St. Jones River

Join staff from DNREC’s Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) for a free guided boat trip on the St. Jones River, near Dover.

Time: 5:45 pm
Place: Scotton Landing

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 - Boat Trip on the St. Jones River

Join staff from DNREC’s Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) for a free guided boat trip on the St. Jones River, near Dover.

Time: 5 pm
Place: Scotton Landing

Information and Registration

Discover the Delaware Bay with us!

Delaware's Government