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!
We’re Hiring!
We have an opening on our Engagement Team.
Estuary Community Coordinator: designs, develops, and implements community engagement projects focused on clean waters, healthy habitats, and strong communities in Wilmington, Philadelphia, Camden, and Chester. This person works with PDE’s Engagement Team.
2025 Philadelphia Spokesdog Competition, June 8
Does your pup have what it takes to represent Philadelphia on the path to cleaner waterways?
Join the Philadelphia Water Department’s Spokesdog Competition
WHEN: 2-5 p.m., Sunday, June 8
WHERE: The Boozy Mutt, 2639 Poplar Street, Philadelphia.
WHAT’S UP?
2025 Delaware River Festival
Save the Date: Saturday, Sept. 27, Penn’s Landing in Philadelphia and Wiggins Park in Camden
FREE family fun at the Delaware River!
Join us at Penn’s Landing in Philly and Wiggins Park in Camden for a fantastic day of games, sights, activities, and more from 10 a.m.
Open Streets Wilmington Events, April 26 to Aug. 16
Join the party!
PDE and other partners are working with Open Streets Wilmington to bring you some special Saturdays from spring to fall.
These events close streets to all motor traffic, creating space for people of all ages and abilities to get outside and play!
Read the Latest Estuary News
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.
2023 State of the Estuary Report
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.
We’re Hiring!
We have an opening on our Engagement Team.
Estuary Community Coordinator: designs, develops, and implements community engagement projects focused on clean waters, healthy habitats, and strong communities in Wilmington, Philadelphia, Camden, and Chester. This person works with PDE’s Engagement Team.
2025 Philadelphia Spokesdog Competition, June 8
Does your pup have what it takes to represent Philadelphia on the path to cleaner waterways?
Join the Philadelphia Water Department’s Spokesdog Competition
WHEN: 2-5 p.m., Sunday, June 8
WHERE: The Boozy Mutt, 2639 Poplar Street, Philadelphia.
WHAT’S UP?
2025 Delaware River Festival
Save the Date: Saturday, Sept. 27, Penn’s Landing in Philadelphia and Wiggins Park in Camden
FREE family fun at the Delaware River!
Join us at Penn’s Landing in Philly and Wiggins Park in Camden for a fantastic day of games, sights, activities, and more from 10 a.m.
