Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of
a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From
this beginning, the region developed a distinct character that tolerated
diversity in religion and national origin and valued independence.

Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a distinct character that tolerated diversity in religion and national origin and valued independence.

Bird's eye view of the park

First State National Monument

Established in 1974, Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge is located in
Pennsville, NJ (Salem County) along the Delaware River estuary just north of
the Salem River. This estuary is designated a Wetland of International
Importance by the Ramsar Convention. Coastal salt marsh habitats of the mid-
upper Atlantic Coast, including the Delaware Bay marshes and Supawna Meadows
NWR, have been identified by the Black Duck Joint Venture as the most
important habitat for wintering American black ducks. Nearby Pea Patch Island
and the surrounding area, including the refuge, have been designated a Special
Management Area by the States of NJ and DE in accordance with the Coastal Zone
Management Act.

<p>Established in 1974, Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge is located in Pennsville, NJ (Salem County) along the Delaware River estuary just north of the Salem River. This estuary is designated a Wetland of International Importance by the Ramsar Convention. Coastal salt marsh habitats of the mid-upper Atlantic Coast, including the Delaware Bay marshes and Supawna Meadows NWR, have been identified by the Black Duck Joint Venture as the most important habitat for wintering American black ducks. Nearby Pea Patch Island and the surrounding area, including the refuge, have been designated a Special Management Area by the States of NJ and DE in accordance with the Coastal Zone Management Act.</p>

Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge

The John Heinz NWR at Tinicum is located in Philadelphia and Delaware
Counties, Pennsylvania about 1 mile from Philadelphia International Airport.
The refuge was established by an act of Congress in 1972 to protect the
largest remaining freshwater tidal marsh in Pennsylvania; approximately 200
acres. When acquisition is complete, it will consist of 1200 acres of varied
habitats. Over the years, the refuge has become a resting and feeding area for
more than 300 species of birds, 85 of which nest here. Fox, deer, muskrat,
turtles, fish, frogs and a wide variety of wildflowers and plants are among
the species that call the refuge "home". The Congressional mandate set forth
for the refuge was to protect, preserve and enhance habitat; provide
compatible outdoor recreation opportunities for the public; and to promote
environmental education.

The John Heinz NWR at Tinicum is located in Philadelphia and Delaware Counties, Pennsylvania about 1 mile from Philadelphia International Airport.  The refuge was established by an act of Congress in 1972 to protect the largest remaining freshwater tidal marsh in Pennsylvania; approximately 200 acres.  When acquisition is complete, it will consist of 1200 acres of varied habitats.  Over the years, the refuge has become a resting and feeding area for more than 300 species of birds, 85 of which nest here.  Fox, deer, muskrat, turtles, fish, frogs and a wide variety of wildflowers and plants are among the species that call the refuge "home". The Congressional mandate set forth for the refuge was to protect, preserve and enhance habitat; provide compatible outdoor recreation opportunities for the public; and to promote environmental education.

John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum

Primarily a commercial navigation project, although the canal is also open to
recreational boats, and public access is allowable along canal banks. There is
a single boat launch facility maintained by the Corps, as well as six fishing
piers along the canal banks. There is also a Canal Museum at Chesapeake City
which provides visitors with a glimpse of the canal's early days.

Primarily a commercial navigation project, although the canal is also open to recreational boats, and public access is allowable along canal banks. There is a single boat launch facility maintained by the Corps, as well as six fishing piers along the canal banks.  There is also a Canal Museum at Chesapeake City which provides visitors with a glimpse of the canal's early days.

First State National Monument

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Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge

John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum

IWW Delaware River to Chesapeake Bay