• DNR Administrative Offices will be closed on Friday, May 24, 2013 and Monday, May May 27, 2013 in observance of Service Reduction and the Memorial Day Holiday. Maryland State Parks are on their normal operating schedule.


  • 5/18: Kids' Fishing Rodeo - New Germany State Park
    Fishing: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM Awards Ceremony: 11:15 Pro Cast Challenge: 11:30 *Fish Printing Craft: 12:00 Food, refreshments, and gift items will be available for purchase at the Lake House. **(Ages 15 years and under). Please call 301-895-5453 for more information.

  • 5/18: Movie Mania - Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary and Visitor's Center
    Come to the movies! Meet at the Nature Center Amphitheater and enjoy a family friendly movie. Seating is limited. Please bring a blanket or your camp chairs. Call 410-287-5333 to make your reservations today! Donations welcomed!

  • 5/18: Fair Hill Scottish Games - Fair Hill NRMA
    The Scottish Games Association of Delaware, Inc., will present the 53rd Annual Colonial Highland Gathering - Rain or Shine. Bagpipe Bands, Drumming, Scottish Dancers, Scottish Athletes, Sheep Dogs, Vendors. Great Family Fun! Tickets will be available at the gate on the day of the games: Adults - $20, Seniors - $15, Children ages 6 through 12 - $6, Children 5 years of age and under - Free. Contact organization for Discounted Advance Ticket Sales. Call 302-309-0032 for more information.

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