get outdoors

Delaware is home to many beautiful state parks, trails, and outdoor community events.  Local families can help keep them going by participating and promoting them to their friends and neighbors.

Take on the Trail Challenge

Delaware State Parks and Nemours Health & Prevention Services are working together to encourage children and families to take the Delaware State Parks Trail Challenge and live 5-2-1 -Almost None. This year's challenge includes multiple levels and prizes. Visit the Trail Challenge page for more information. 

Enjoy a Day at Delaware's State Parks
There are more than 140,000 acres of parks, recreational areas and protected open space in Delaware. Families can take advantage of the many walking and bike paths, playgrounds and picnic areas, hiking trails, fields, courts, and campgrounds across the state. Your local parks also offer a lot of unique activities such as disc golf, geocaching, rock climbing, horseback riding, and swimming. For more information, go to http://www.destateparks.com/.  

Be a Greenways Trail Steward

Delaware Greenways is seeking volunteers to help monitor the condition of it's trails, promote the Northern Delaware Greenways and assist trail users with directions and advice. Contact Delaware Greenways for more information.

Hike the Brandywine Hundred Trails
Download the new Brandywine Hundred Walking Map developed by Delaware Greenways and Nemours Health and Prevention Services

Support the No Child Left Inside Campaign
A partnership between Nemours Health & Prevention Services, Delaware Greenways, Delaware State Parks, and the University of Delaware, No Child Left Inside encourages families to get physically active and take advantage of the many great outdoor facilities Delaware has to offer. Visit NCLI.delawaregreenways.org to learn more.

Advocate for Better Access to Parks and Playgrounds
Contact your local elected officials and advocate for safer and accessible neighborhood parks and playgrounds, sidewalks and walking and bike trails in or near neighborhoods, and the ability to walk, bike, or use public transportation to get to your daily destinations.