Nature Conservancy – Controlled Burning Scheduled for March-April 2024

The Nature Conservancy is planning prescribed burns at the Middleford North Preserve (a few miles north of Seaford) and Pemberton Forest Preserve (east of Ellendale) this spring. The smoke from these burns may be visible from Bridgeville, and we want people to be aware that these are planned and controlled burns for habitat and grassland management.

Please read the attached notices provided by the Nature Conservancy. 

Any questions can be directed to The Nature Conservancy Office – contact information is provided on the flyers below. 

Public Notice – Pemberton Forest Preserve at Ponders Tract (Ellendale)

Public Notice – Middleford North Preserve at Hurley Tract (North of Seaford) 

Prescribed Fire FAQ