July 19, 2023 Summer vacations are in full swing, the perfect time for fishing trips such as this father and son on a charter boat off Ocean City. Part of their catch was this delicious triggerfish. Photo by Monty Hawkins There is plenty of fishing to …
July 17, 2023 Maryland Department of Natural Resources photo The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced the Grants Gateway application is open for local governments and organizations for Fiscal Year 2025, which begins July 1, 2024. Through this …
July 14, 2023 Maryland Department of Natural Resources photo Maryland’s boating and swimming season is in full swing and the Maryland Natural Resources Police is urging Marylanders to take proper precautions to ensure safe enjoyment of Maryland’s waterways …
July 14, 2023 Maryland is making more outdoor space accessible to more people Governor Wes Moore recently unveiled a new summer tourism campaign for Maryland – “You’re Welcome” – to welcome visitors to experience our great state’s spectacular natural …
Caroline White is all smiles with her first fish. Photo by David Storr III It is time for summer fun and taking a youngster fishing is always a joy for parents, especially when the kids are excited about catching their first fish. Bluegill sunfish and …
July 12, 2023 Online lottery, virtual appointments available to secure hunting locations Maryland Department of Natural Resources photo The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is offering an online process for Maryland hunters to apply for a 2023-2024 …
July 7, 2023 Projects Funded Statewide for New and Improved Public Boating Access, Waterway Dredging, and Safety Equipment Maryland Department of Natural Resources photo Governor Wes Moore today announced that the Maryland Department of Natural Resources …
July 7, 2023 Record 21.0-pound Fish Caught in Dorchester County Angler Damien Cook with his state record Northern snakehead. Submitted photo, used with permission Damien Cook of Rhodesdale has been recognized by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources …
July 6, 2023 Annual aerial survey showed continuing recovery Widgeon grass is now the most common submerged aquatic vegetation in the Chesapeake Bay. Maryland Department of Natural Resources photo The Maryland Department of Natural Resources today …
Taylor Ward went fishing with her dad and caught this large northern snakehead. Photo by Mike Ward The summer season is now in full swing, and anglers are enjoying good fishing adventures with family and friends this week. As we advise anglers every year, …
June 30, 2023 Proficiency Tests Necessary to Participate in Managed Deer Hunts Maryland Department of Natural Resources photo The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has released the 2023 Shooter Qualification Schedule for managed hunts, which …
June 30, 2023 Record 3.01-pound Fish Reeled in from Upper Potomac River Angler Bryson Meyers with his state record fallfish. Submitted photo, used with permission For the second time in a month, the state record for fallfish has been broken. Bryson Meyers …
Bryce Schmitt enjoyed some time on the middle River while fishing for largemouth bass and northern snakeheads. Photo courtesy of Bryce Schmitt We wish you a safe and enjoyable Fourth of July holiday with family and friends. Many anglers will take advantage …
June 28, 2023 Partnership with Lower Shore Land Trust Adds to Chesapeake Forest Lands The Chesapeake Forest Lands now comprise more than 76,000 acres n the lower Eastern Shore. Maryland Department of Natural Resources photo The Maryland Department of …
June 22, 2023 Photo by Ranger Melissa Boyle Acuti The Maryland Department of Natural Resources today announced the summer schedule for ‘Es Mi Parque’ Spanish-language activity events at state parks throughout Maryland. The Es Mi Parque program was launched …
June 22, 2023 New Changes Include the Creation of a Sika Deer Hunting Stamp Sika deer, photo by Stephen Aprile, submitted to the 2017 Maryland Natural Resource Photo Contest The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced that legislation passed …
David Springham and daughter Phoebe went fishing together after dad got off from work, and they caught this blue catfish near the Conowingo Dam pool. Photo courtesy of David Springham Often it is those small moments spent together with our loved ones that …
June 20, 2023 The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has awarded Clean Marina certification to Hilltop Marina in Baltimore County and Bohemia Bay Yacht Harbour in Cecil County. There are now 147 certified Clean Marinas in Maryland, representing about …
Sydney Cochrane went fishing with her dad near Poplar Island when she caught this nice striped bass. Photo by Rob Cochrane This weekend, fathers across Maryland will be celebrated and many will choose to go fishing with their sons and daughters on this …
June 13, 2023 A Healthier Chesapeake Bay Means Better Quality of Life for All Chesapeake Bay from Point Lookout. Maryland Department of Natural Resources photo I was proud to represent the Maryland Department of Natural Resources recently at the release of …
