Riparian Property Licensing Now Open

Applications Due by May 31

Riparian (waterfront) property owners, or those with landowner permission, can now submit their applications for offshore waterfowl blind and shoreline licenses.

The purpose of the license is to establish offshore stationary blinds or blind sites for hunting waterfowl, or to prevent other hunters from licensing the shoreline at a later date. Landowners may license their shoreline for either one year ($20) or three years ($60).

Applicants must submit paperwork and fees by mail, or in person, by the close of business of May 31. Those who miss the deadline may participate in the “open” licensing process that begins on Aug. 2.

More information on shoreline licensing for riparian property owners is available here or by calling the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Wildlife and Heritage Service at 410-260-8540, toll free at 877-620-8367.