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Governor John Carney Takes Eco Tour

Governor John Carney (D-De)
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Governor John Carney (D-De)

WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) - Gov. John Carney is urging Delawareans to get outside and enjoy the great outdoors.

Carney is embarking on a statewide "Eco Tour" to meet with outdoor experts and small-business owners and promote outdoor recreational activities for Delawareans and visitors this fall.

Tuesday's first stop is Bellevue Mansion at Bellevue State Park in Wilmington.

Carney will then travel to Delaware City for a tour of the American Birding Association Headquarters and bike a portion of the Michael Castle Trail.

On Wednesday, Carney is scheduled to tour Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge, take a Cape Water Taxi lighthouse tour, and meet with residents of Leipsic (LIP-sick) at Sambo's Tavern to discuss the first annual Oyster Festival

Don Rush is the News Director and Senior Producer of News and Public Affairs at Delmarva Public Media. An award-winning journalist, Don reports major local issues of the day, from sea level rise, to urban development, to the changing demographics of Delmarva.