PDE is looking for an Estuary Science Coordinator to assist with ongoing estuary research, monitoring, field support, R statistical analysis, and laboratory/GIS-related activities.
Job Functions
• Assist with diverse science and restoration tasks and projects.
In this issue…
A recent scientific study highlights the benefits of added time and researchers on a project.
Plus! PDE held the 20th anniversary Delaware Estuary Science and Environmental Summit in Wilmington, bald eagles and ospreys are off of New Jersey’s Threatened and Endangered Species list, and a pollinator garden in Salem, New Jersey is helping youth to learn the value of plant care.
Visit the web page with all 20 amazing pieces of local art in our 2025 Delaware Trash Into Treasure art contest. A link to the voting form is on the main web page.
Vote by April 13 for your top three faves!Read More
PDE is looking for someone to be a mentor in its Artist in Residence program. See our Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and apply!
Deadline is Jan. 6, 2025. See information below.
The Partnership for the Delaware Estuary (PDE) is pleased to announce its pilot Artist in Residence program and its requests for qualifications.
Partnership for the Delaware Estuary is looking for qualified contractors serving the Exton, PA area to replace existing paved surfaces with porous paving, retrofit two stormwater basins, and install two new rain gardens.
To submit a bid, visit: bit.ly/ExtonRainGarden.
What are freshwater mussels?
Freshwater mussels are bivalve mollusks just like oysters, clams, and saltwater mussels. But how are these mussels different from saltwater mussels?
Want to learn more? Explore our freshwater mussels page and our new story map!
Where can you find PDE? All over the place. Just take a look at our calendar page and list of events we have going on in the Delaware Estuary.
Click HERE to go to our calendar page.
Picking up After Your Pooch is Pawsitively a Big Deal
What do you do when your pup does No. 2? Scoop the poop.
Click this link to learn why.
Our 2023 State of the Estuary Report is hot off the press! The Delaware Estuary and Watershed has maintained a “fair” rating since 2012. Find out what determined this rating by visiting the report HERE.
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.
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.
For more information, visit our Volunteer page.