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The Division of Parks and Recreation operates and maintains 14
state parks and related preserves and greenways throughout Delaware
totaling more than 20,000 acres. The state's land protection programs,
as well as the state's Greenways program, are administered by the
Division. The Division is also responsible for providing recreational
opportunities and educational and interpretive programs for the
public. Other responsibilities include:
- Acquiring and developing recreational lands & facilities
- Providing for the protection of natural areas
- Overseeing & planning for statewide recreational needs
Organization of the Division of Parks and Recreation
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Division Director:
Charles A. Salkin
(302) 739-9200
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The Division of Parks and Recreation is part of the Delaware
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control.
We are located at 89 King's Highway in Dover, Delaware. The Division
is comprised of three sections: Planning, Preservation and Development,
Operations and Maintenance, and Cultural and Recreational Services.
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Planning Preservation and Development Section
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Section Manager:
Matthew P. Chesser
(302) 739-9235
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This section administers land acquisition and protection
programs, including the Office of Nature Preserves. It also administers
the Land and Water Conservation Trust Fund grants program, the
statewide Greenways and Trails
Program and the Coastal Heritage Greenway program. In addition,
the section is responsible for planning, designing and constructing
new facilities. The state's Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan
is being developed by the section.
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Operations and Maintenance Section
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Section Manager:
Clyde L. Shipman
(302) 739-9220
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This section oversees the day-to-day operation and maintenance
of all state parks and facilities, including over 400 state
park buildings. The section also oversees the enforcement
of rules and regulations,
park safety and security, visitor assistance, revenue
collection, retail sales and concession management.
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Cultural and Recreational Services Section
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Section Manager:
James W. O'Neill
(302) 739-9191
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This section is responsible for operating the Division's
nine interpretive centers and offers programs
on the natural and cultural resources of the parks, environmental
education, and special events. The section is also
responsible for the Division's cultural resources, including
archaeology,
history, historical architecture, and the Delaware Folklife
Program. In addition, the section includes The First State Heritage Park at Dover, the Brandywine
Zoo, web and print publications, exhibit and wayside
exhibit development, and marketing and promotion. Offices
are located
at 152 S. State Street in Dover.
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