The Maryland Department of Natural Resources invites everyone to take a First Day Hike, Maryland’s annual tradition for a fun, healthy way to welcome the New Year. This year, the Maryland Park Service will offer self-guided hike opportunities across the state from January 1-3, 2021. As always, Maryland’s state parks, state forests, and wildlife management […]
Continue ReadingTubman Experience Available by Reservation The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is pleased to announce that the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park is once again welcoming guests with a new reservation-only process. The park and visitor center has reopened after a six-month closure due to COVID-19 restrictions, and new protocols, developed by the Maryland […]
Continue ReadingFall Breeding Season Has Deer on the Move Deer mating season is right around the corner and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources urges motorists to be on the lookout for these large animals as they increase their activity in search of partners. Other wildlife are also more active as they search for food going […]
Continue ReadingBids for Annual Trapping Privileges Accepted Until October 14, 2020 The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is currently accepting bids for the 2020-2021 trapping season within public lands on the Eastern Shore. The individual with the highest bid will be awarded annual trapping privileges at several properties. To bid for trapping privileges at Cedar Island, […]
Continue ReadingNew Primitive Deer Hunt Days in February Photo by Jan Branscome The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced that archery hunting for white-tailed and sika deer opens statewide September 11, and continues through January 30, 2021. New for the upcoming deer season, archery and muzzleloader hunters may participate in Primitive Deer Hunt Days from February […]
Continue ReadingBeginning in August and September, the Maryland Natural Resources Police will resume in-person safety education and certification classes. For all classes, face coverings and social distancing will be required to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and assure the safety of students and instructors. Online hunting and boating classes will remain a regular option. Effective August […]
Continue ReadingThe Maryland Department of Natural Resources offers license-free fishing days on June 6, June 13, and July 4 — a free option to explore Maryland’s diverse and unique fishing experiences without needing a fishing license, trout stamp, or registration. Following Governor Hogan’s announcement of Stage One of the ‘Maryland Strong: Roadmap to Recovery,’ the state […]
Continue ReadingThe Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced the results of the 2020 Blue Crab Winter Dredge Survey, a cooperative effort with the Virginia Institute of Marine Science, which estimates the number of blue crabs in the Chesapeake Bay annually. The 2020 results showed that the Chesapeake Bay blue crab population maintains a healthy number of […]
Continue ReadingDear Maryland State Park Visitors, In accordance with federal guidelines and state directives pertaining to COVID-19, we want to share important information about Maryland State Parks. Here’s what we are doing: -We are implementing additional cleaning procedures, according to federal guidelines, such as more stringent and frequent cleaning of restrooms. -We are postponing and canceling […]
Continue ReadingAs you know, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Hogan issued a stay-at-home order, which remains in effect. That stay-at-home order allowed for limited outdoor exercise. Given the announcement of the governor’s Roadmap to Recovery, the state has now expanded opportunities for outdoor exercise and recreation in the state and on Maryland Department of Natural […]
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