May 18, 2023 Land and Water Conservation Fund Provides Up to $1 Million Maryland Department of Natural Resources photo The Maryland Department of the Natural Resources is now accepting preliminary applications for the federal Land and Water Conservation …
May 18, 2023 Increases Recorded in Adult Crab Population, Juvenile Recruitment Still Concerning Scientists and fishery managers from Maryland and Virginia visit 1,500 sites around the Chesapeake Bay to conduct the annual blue crab winter dredge survey. …
Tyler Ferenschak was on a quest to catch a northern snakehead and he finally caught one on the Middle River. Photo by Matt Ferenschak All kinds of fishing opportunities are available this week for anglers, from the mountains of western Maryland to the …
May 16, 2023 Management Area Expanded into Additional Counties Following 2022 Report The Maryland Department of Natural Resources reported today that 38 white-tailed deer sampled within Allegany, Carroll, Frederick, and Washington counties in 2022 tested …
May 16, 2023 Natural Resources Police and Partners Remind All that Life Jackets Save Lives Maryland Department of Natural Resources photo As boating season kicks into high gear, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources is encouraging all waterway users …
May 15, 2023 Regulations Take Effect May 16, Following Actions Approved by the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission Maryland Department of Natural Resources photo The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced regulations for the summer …
Angler Faith Foelber caught a 24-inch rainbow trout in Cunningham Falls Reservoir on May 7. Photo by Paul Foebler The glorious outdoors are waiting for all to come and enjoy some peace, contemplation from our busy world, and special time with those we love …
May 8, 2023 Maryland’s Sustainable Forestry is Reason to Celebrate On a tour of Maryland forest industry location on the Eastern Shore. Photo by Anthony Burrows, Maryland Department of Natural Resources This past month we celebrated Arbor Day twice – a …
This father and daughter teamed up to put a nice catch together that is destined for a fish fry. Photo by David Jones Fishing in Maryland is a wonderful activity to share with family and friends and anglers are enjoying every bit of it. Another species of …
May 2, 2023 Partnership Program to Study and Reduce Invasive Fish Population Maryland Department of Natural Resources photo The Maryland Department of Natural Resources and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is continuing a northern snakehead tagging program …
May 1, 2023 Marina Overhaul Helps Local Water Quality and Chesapeake Bay The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has certified Parish Creek Landing Marina of Shady Side, Anne Arundel County, as the newest Clean Marina in the state. The department …
April 28, 2023 Motor Vehicle Administration, Department of Natural Resources Partnership Provides Option for Tree-Mendous Maryland Donations There is a new way for Marylanders to help restore tree cover and mitigate the harmful effects of pollution in the …
April 27, 2023 Free Registry is Required Annually to Fish for Anadromous Species Maryland Department of Natural Resources photo Maryland has added a convenient option for anglers who are required to complete an annual saltwater registration to fish for …
April 26, 2023 Money Available to Cover Processing Fees for Venison Donated to Charitable Causes The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced the creation of a venison donation grant program. Money is available to county governments, municipal …
This happy group helped celebrate an anglers’ notable blue catfish catch at the North Point State Park fishing pier. Photo by Badesh Latchman The wonderful spring weather is inviting Marylanders to come outside and enjoy all the wonders nature has to offer …
April 20, 2023 Nation’s Largest Outdoor Recreation Organization Comes to Annapolis Secretary Josh Kurtz and Maryland Department of Natural Resources staff welcomed outdoor recreation officials from several states. Maryland Department of Natural Resources …
This group of high school friends enjoyed some fun fishing together for blue and channel catfish near Pooles Island. Photo by Richard Hoenes April continues to bring us the many splendors of spring and delightful weather for outdoor activities and fishing. …
April 14, 2023 Handling Fawns is Usually Unnecessary, Often Dangerous, and Always Illegal The Maryland Department of Natural Resources cautions anyone who encounters a fawn that may appear abandoned to resist the urge to feed or handle the animal. “While …
April 13, 2023 Junior Hunt begins April 15; regular season starts April 18 Photo by by Erik Yetter, submitted to a previous Maryland Department of Natural Resources Photo Contest. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announces that the statewide …
April 13, 2023 Bear County Residents and Visitors Urged to Keep Bears Wild A black bear finds a food source. Maryland Department of Natural Resources photo Spring is a time for new growth and increased wildlife activity across Maryland’s natural areas. In …
