Hunter Alerts
Please refer to the links in the left-hand column. As new information becomes available we will post additional alerts here.
Hunter Safety
Volunteer hunting safety instructors offer hunter safety classes statewide throughout the year, helping to keep hunters and citizens safe.
Junior Hunting
Maryland holds three Junior Hunt Days for deer, turkey and migratory game birds. Junior Hunters can also earn an official Junior Hunter Certificate.
Feeding the Hungry
Hunters and farmers help feed thousands of Maryland residents each year by donating their harvest to Farmers & Hunters Feeding the Hungry.

Mark Your Calendar
Plan now to join us on National Hunting & Fishing Day on Sat., Sept. 26th for a free family fun-filled and educational experience.
Hunter Alerts
- Bobcat & Fisher Sightings
- Black Bear Encounters
- Reporting Bird Bands
- Responsible Hunters
- Chronic Wasting Disease
- Avian Influenza (Bird Flu)
- Hunter Safety
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Guide to Hunting and Trapping in Maryland
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