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!
Calling All Artists!
Turn trash into treasure
Are you a Delaware artist? How would you like to make something from recycled materials?
We’re soliciting proposals from local artists to create art from trash or recycled materials. The goal of this project is to teach people about trash in their waterways and help promote the Christina River Watershed Cleanup.
Read the Latest Estuary News
It’s all here in Estuary News!
Grant funding has made it possible for two groups to explore the value of towns in the Mispillion River Watershed in Delaware. Plus, PDE friends and supporters experience the estuary at its annual fundraiser dinner, and PDE and the Urban Waters Federal Partnership support the arts in Camden, New Jersey.
2023 Delaware Estuary Science & Environmental Summit
Save the Dates! Jan. 30 to Feb. 1, 2023
Get ready to pack your bags and head for Atlantic City for the 2023 Delaware Estuary Science & Environmental Summit.
The 2023 biennial summit resumes its in-person format at a new venue at Harrah’s Resort.
What is an Estuary?
What is an estuary?
People often ask us this question.
An estuary is where the river meets the sea.
Watch this video and learn more!
Calling All Artists!
Turn trash into treasure
Are you a Delaware artist? How would you like to make something from recycled materials?
We’re soliciting proposals from local artists to create art from trash or recycled materials. The goal of this project is to teach people about trash in their waterways and help promote the Christina River Watershed Cleanup.
Read the Latest Estuary News
It’s all here in Estuary News!
Grant funding has made it possible for two groups to explore the value of towns in the Mispillion River Watershed in Delaware. Plus, PDE friends and supporters experience the estuary at its annual fundraiser dinner, and PDE and the Urban Waters Federal Partnership support the arts in Camden, New Jersey.
2023 Delaware Estuary Science & Environmental Summit
Save the Dates! Jan. 30 to Feb. 1, 2023
Get ready to pack your bags and head for Atlantic City for the 2023 Delaware Estuary Science & Environmental Summit.
The 2023 biennial summit resumes its in-person format at a new venue at Harrah’s Resort.