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!
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 Shad Fest CANCELLED
Cancelled
The 2025 Shadfest celebration has been cancelled.
Please go to the Shadfest official website for more information.
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.
We’re Hiring!
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.
Chester River Festival
Celebrate the Delaware River and the Chester Community
Held just steps away from the banks of the Delaware River, Chester River Fest is another way to bring the community out to recognize the source of drinking water for millions in Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey.
Open Streets Wilmington Events, April 26 to Sept. 13
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.
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 Shad Fest CANCELLED
Cancelled
The 2025 Shadfest celebration has been cancelled.
Please go to the Shadfest official website for more information.
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.
