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The Partnership for the Delaware Estuary is a nonprofit dedicated to connecting people, science, and nature for a healthy Delaware River and Bay. The Delaware Estuary is the region's most important cultural, economic, and recreational resource. Animals and people need a healthy Estuary for drinking water, industry, food and fun. You can sign up to receive our newsletter and be the first to know about fun events and volunteer opportunities!

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Enter our Art Contest!

It’s time to enter the 2024 Trash Into Treasure Art Contest!

Artists, if you’re 18 years or older and live in the state of Delaware, you could be eligible to enter our art contest aimed at raising awareness about the importance of clean waterways. 

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We’re Looking for Volunteers!

Are you handy with carpentry? Do you enjoy volunteer work?

Partnership for the Delaware Estuary has a need for a carpenter who would like to volunteer for a project.

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Read the Latest Estuary News

 

In this issue…

National Estuaries Week was Sept. 16 – 23 this year. But at PDE, you might say that every week is Estuaries Week. Flip through our photos to see what we do for clean waters, healthy habitats, and strong communities.

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2022 Annual Report

Read about what we did in 2022 for Clean Waters, Healthy Habitats, and Strong Communities, with help from supporters like you. Click HERE to learn more.

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What is an Estuary?

What is an estuary?
People often ask us this question.
An estuary is where the river meets the sea.
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Job Opening at PDE

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Apply for this position today. Learn more here by clicking here: https://delawareestuary.org/home/careers-2/

 

 

 

 

 

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Enter our Art Contest!

It’s time to enter the 2024 Trash Into Treasure Art Contest!

Artists, if you’re 18 years or older and live in the state of Delaware, you could be eligible to enter our art contest aimed at raising awareness about the importance of clean waterways. 

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We’re Looking for Volunteers!

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