Maryland’s Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) showcase some of the state’s most scenic and rugged landscapes, but many residents and visitors have never heard of them. These public lands are protected by the Department of Natural Resources, they’re usually off the beaten path, and available to explore in 19 of Maryland’s 23 counties. Those who visit Read the Rest…
The softball-sized, onomatopoeically-named bobwhite quail needs four things in its habitat: a place to nest and raise its young, a place to hide from predators, a place with food, and a place for the winter. A century ago it was easy to find all four. By a decade ago, it was almost impossible. The groundbird’s Read the Rest…
Sealed Bids Due Mid-October The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is currently accepting bids for the 2018-2019 trapping season at several wildlife management areas on the Eastern Shore. For each location, the individual with the highest bid will be awarded annual trapping privileges for the chosen site. Bidding for specific locations is done through different locations Read the Rest…
Sealed Bids Accepted Until Oct. 17 The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is currently accepting bids for the 2017-2018 trapping seasons at several Eastern Shore Wildlife Management Areas – Ellis Bay, Fishing Bay, Idylwild, LeCompte, Linkwood, Nanticoke River, Taylor’s Island and Wetipquin.