The DuPont Nature Center near Milford invites visitors to join in Earth Month celebrations by attending special programs throughout April. Guests can enjoy the scenic views of Mispillion Harbor and gain insights about the Delaware River and Bay. As a facility run by the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, the center will feature three public events honoring Earth Month. These events are free and do not require registration.

• Earth Day Slaughter Beach Cleanup, Tuesday, April 22 (Earth Day), 10 a.m. The DuPont Nature Center will host its annual Earth Day Cleanup at Slaughter Beach, encouraging volunteers to walk the beach and help our environment. The cleanup will start at the Slaughter Beach Pavilion, 359 Bay Avenue, Milford. Trash bags, gloves, and a limited amount of trash pickers will be available.
• Delaware Wildlife Action Plan, Wednesday, April 23, 4 p.m. In honor of Earth Month, DNREC Division of Fish and Wildlife Environmental Program Manager Anthony Gonzon will present a lecture on the Delaware Wildlife Action Plan. This plan plays a critical role in our understanding of, and protection for our state’s threatened and endangered species, and the work DNREC does to support them.
• Storybook Saturday, Saturday, April 26, 11 a.m. Bring the kids for a special Earth-Day themed Storybook Saturday program at the center. Participants will enjoy reading a fun book that connects to the importance of protecting our planet and then making a craft with recycled materials.

To find out more about these programs or get details about the DuPont Nature Center, you can call 302-422-1329. If you’re interested in celebrating Earth Day with DNREC during April, you can visit de.gov/earthday for more information.

The DuPont Nature Center, located east of Milford near Slaughter Beach and managed by the DNREC Division of Fish and Wildlife, offers a stunning view of Mispillion Harbor, where the Mispillion River and Cedar Creek merge into the Delaware Bay. Open from April to September, the center provides field trips, tours, and various educational programs for schools, community groups, families, and the public. The surrounding estuary is home to over 130 species, including birds, fish, shellfish, horseshoe crabs, and shorebirds.