October 30, 2026 Maryland DNR photo Maryland’s youth hunters, veterans, and military personnel will be afforded a unique opportunity to experience the tradition of waterfowl hunting on two special hunt days: Nov. 7, 2026 and Feb. 6, 2027. Those 16 years …
October 29, 2026 Foliage is past peak in Garrett County; at peak in Washington, Baltimore, and Cecil counties; and starting to change in earnest on the lower Eastern Shore. Keep an eye out for vibrant yellow hickory trees and sunset-hued sugar maples. A …
October 29, 2026 The Board approved $4.12 million for a DNR land acquisition of 2,188 acres in Somerset County, which the Maryland Forest Service will manage as part of Chesapeake Forest Lands. Maryland DNR photo. The Board of Public Works today approved $ …
October 28, 2026 Dan Megahan caught this large blue catfish in the Sassafras River. Photo courtesy of Dan Megahan As October comes to an end and our little Halloween characters roam the night in search of sweets and other surprises, we hope our readers …
October 28, 2026 Through the Community Forestry Catalyst Fund, local governments, nonprofits, schools, community associations, businesses, and other organizations may apply to fund projects on eligible public or private property in Maryland. Pictured above …
October 27, 2026 Junior Deer Hunt Days offer a premier opportunity for hunters to mentor the next generation Photo by Kelly Ann Karwoski Maryland’s 2026 Junior Deer Hunt will be open November 14 statewide and in certain counties on Sunday, November 15. The …
October 22, 2026 Fall foliage continues to peak this week in Garrett and Allegany counties in western Maryland. Trees in central Maryland are at their midpoint, approaching peak foliage. Cooler temperatures should help prompt change. Keep an eye out for …
October 22, 2026 Wildlife officials cite need for tighter rules to protect turtles Eastern box turtle population declines in the past decade are caused by several factors, including illegal collection. Photo by Rick Dove, submitted to the Maryland DNR …
October 21, 2026 Nathan Anders was fishing at Assateague Island when he caught and released this large red drum, which put a big smile on his face. Photo by James Anders Cool weather has moved into Maryland and many areas from the western mountains to the …
October 21, 2026 Deal Island Wildlife Management Area. Maryland DNR photo. Maryland’s Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) showcase some of the state’s most scenic and rugged landscapes, but many residents and visitors have never heard of them. These public …
October 20, 2026 Holly Beach Farm Natural Resources Management Area provides sweeping views of the Chesapeake Bay. Maryland DNR photo. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is advancing plans to improve educational, research, and recreational access …
October 19, 2026 Virginia’s post-storm readings show reduced levels of hypoxia Data collected by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources and Old Dominion University in September 2026 showed that the volume of hypoxia —waters with less than 2 mg/l of …
October 19, 2026 Native phlox and rudbeckia This summer, a resident reached out to us about the success he’s had in his garden. Ryan Elmore of Church Hill in Queen Anne’s County set out to turn his monoculture, grass-filled backyard into a healthy meadow. …
October 19, 2026 By Katy Gorsuch Setting Full Moon by Susan Hale, submitted to the 2016 Maryland DNR Photo Contest Earth continues its yearly orbit, and we in the Northern Hemisphere begin our progression to the darkest portions of the year. It’s time to …
October 19, 2026 Peppered Jumping Spider on Tickseed Sunflower by Lisa Mayo, Maryland DNR Photo Contest 2023 A teeny tiny creature with a fuzzy face and giant eyes – obviously we’re discussing .. jumping spiders! (If you were thinking kitten, close enough …
October 19, 2026 Drosera rotundifolia by Mark Freeth It’s October, and while retail displays would have us believe Halloween starts in August (Augtober?), spooky season is now undeniably upon us. What better time to appreciate and celebrate some of the …
October 19, 2026 DNR fisheries biologists sampling a site on the Nanticoke River with a seine net as part of the annual juvenile striped bass survey. Joe Zimmermann/Maryland DNR The Maryland Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) 2026 juvenile striped bass …
Maryland Fall Foliage Report Oct. 15 October 15, 2026 The foliage is popping this week along the summit of South Mountain. Now is a great time to check out foliage along the Appalachian Trail and at state parks in Western Maryland, such as Rocky Gap and …
October 15, 2026 Maryland DNR photo The first segment of Maryland’s muzzleloader deer season will be open Oct. 22-24 statewide. Hunters in Region B — the state’s central, southern, and eastern regions — can also use muzzleloaders from Oct. 26-31 for …
October 14, 2026 Eric Packard caught this speckled trout at Point Lookout. Photo by Eric Packard October is blanketing Maryland with some warm sunny weather this week, just before cooler weather marches in once more. Fishing has been good this week for a …
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