Electrical and Water Hookups Located at the Shad Landing Marina Delmarva boaters are invited to rent annual, seasonal, monthly or daily boat slips at Pocomoke River State Park. The park, located within the 15,000 wooded acres of Pocomoke State Forest in Worcester County, has roughly two dozen slips available at reasonable rates. The park can Read the Rest…
Fourth Annual Season Sees Harvest in 22 of 23 Counties Hunters reported taking 87 wild turkeys during Maryland’s 2018 winter turkey season, which was open Jan. 18-20 statewide. Turkeys were harvested in 22 of the 23 counties, with St. Mary’s, Dorchester, Garrett and Washington counties reporting the highest numbers, according to the Maryland Department of Read the Rest…
Hogan Administration Continues Strong Support for Environment and Natural Resources Governor Larry Hogan’s budget request for Fiscal Year 2019 continues to demonstrate his administration’s strong support for Chesapeake Bay restoration and the preservation and protection of Maryland’s environment and natural resources. “Actions speak louder than words and the governor’s budget can be heard loud and Read the Rest…
Donation Conserves Scenic Farmland and Forest The Maryland Environmental Trust has permanently protected a 45-acre property in northeast Carroll County. Lewis M. Hale donated a conservation easement to protect prime agricultural land, forest and scenic views along Lineboro Road. The easement also protects a tributary of Muddy Creek.
Maryland Environmental Trust Accept Multiple Land Donations The Maryland Environmental Trust accepted donations of five conservation easements in Baltimore County in December 2017 that permanently protect 337 acres of farm, forest, historic and scenic lands. “We are grateful for the opportunity to work with these forward-thinking landowners and our local community partners to help them achieve Read the Rest…
Department Experts to Answer Questions about Funding Local Projects The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is hosting four information sessions in two locations for local communities and nonprofits wishing to apply for funding through the Community Resilience Grant program in the coming fiscal year. The department invites local partners to propose projects to prepare for coastal Read the Rest…
Hunters Get another Chance to Bag a Wild Turkey The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is offering another opportunity for hunters this winter. Winter turkey hunting season runs Jan. 18-20 statewide, giving hunters that did not bag a turkey in the fall another chance. The department established the winter season in 2015 in an effort to Read the Rest…
J. Millard Tawes Clears Ice for Neighbors in Need The Maryland Department of Natural Resources buoy tender M/V J. Millard Tawes conducted emergency icebreaking operations to Tangier Island, Virginia, answering a call for help from our neighboring state. The crucial mission helped deliver food, fuel, mail, medications and other essential items to the island, which Read the Rest…
River Rescue, Illegal Hunting Top Natural Resources Police Activities An Anne Arundel County man was rescued Thursday morning from the ice-clogged Patapsco River as he clung to the his overturned kayak. Randall Heath, 46, of Pasadena fell from his boat while duck hunting about a quarter-mile offshore. His life jacket did not inflate and could Read the Rest…
15th Annual Photo Contest Runs Now Through Aug. 31 The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is now accepting entries for its annual photo contest. Photographers – novice or professional – can enter online or by mail for the chance to win cash and other great prizes. Winning entries will be posted online, featured in an Read the Rest…
Otter Creek Preserve Protected Forever The Maryland Environmental Trust partnered with the Harford Land Trust to permanently protect a 104-acre woodland tract in Edgewood. The land trust gifted the conservation easement to ensure the area’s rich ecological resources and scenic land along Willoughby Beach Road were safeguarded for the benefit of future generations.
There will be a lot of trout fishing opportunities in the next couple of months, offering some great ultra-light fishing fun. A light spinning rod and reel is one of the best outfits to use with monofilament fishing line of 4- or 6-pound test line.
More Than 1,200 People Brave Cold for First Day Hikes The Maryland Department of Natural Resources welcomed 1,227 hikers at more than 30 state parks this New Year’s Day as part of the annual First Day Hikes initiative. Maryland Park Service rangers, staff and volunteers guided the brave souls through 2,500 miles of paths and trails, where Read the Rest…
Counties and Municipalities Must Apply by Feb. 15 The Maryland of Department Natural Resources invites counties and municipalities to apply for up to $750,000 in matching funds for public outdoor recreation acquisition and development projects through the National Park Service Land and Water Conservation Fund. Eligible projects include athletic fields, boat launches, campgrounds, fishing piers, hunting areas, playgrounds, Read the Rest…
Artists Invited to Submit Original Works by March 8 The Maryland Department of Natural Resources invites artists to submit original works for the annual Maryland Black Bear Conservation and Migratory Game Bird stamp design contests. Both residents and nonresidents are encouraged to participate in these popular design contests, which remain open until March 8.
All Hands on Deck for Bay Restoration Happy New Year! At the end of 2017, I reflected on the progress that we’ve made protecting and restoring our most precious natural resource and treasure, the Chesapeake Bay. Now entering 2018, I want to focus on partnerships and opportunities we have to build on in the coming Read the Rest…
