Despite our best efforts, many essential resources sadly continue to be taken for granted. All too often, we appreciate the special things we have only after they are lost, such as sandy beaches, open forestlands and undeveloped wilderness areas. While we rely on a committed, professional staff, we need the concerned people of our communities to take active roles in helping us perform our crucial duties. We appreciate partnerships that provide on the ground assistance in helping us manage resources but we also need help in causing a sea change in public consciousness and appreciation for the resources of our State.
Public education is one of our best tools for protecting and managing our resources.
This web site gives you a brief glimpse of the broad range of issues and programs within DLNR's authority. Also contained within this web site are ways you can contribute to the health of our natural environment. Share this information with a friend and participate in DLNR's efforts. Engage in conservation and preservation efforts wherever you may be and you, too, will help to save our shared natural and cultural heritage.