Guide to Hunting & Trapping in Maryland

Managed Deer Hunting in Southern Maryland

Applicants Must Have the Following:

  • A valid Maryland hunting license
  • A valid shooter proficiency card
  • A valid hunter safety certificate, or similar documentation
  • To Apply:

  • There is no application fee.
  • DNR Managed Hunt Permit is NOT Required.
  • Applicants must submit a separate application for each hunt.
  • Please note that application requirements and deadlines may be different for each hunt.
  • Only one application per hunter will be accepted.
  • Group applications of up to three (3) hunters will be accepted and must be stapled together.
  • Duplicate, incomplete, or illegible applications will be DISQUALIFIED.
  • All applications must be accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped, legal sized envelope.
  • 2009-2010 Managed Hunt Schedule

    Blossom Point Army Research Lab Junior Hunt
    Shotgun, Charles County
  • Shooter Qualification Card NOT required to register.
  • Must have 2009-2010 Junior Hunting License.
  • Registration Deadline – September 18, 2009
  • Mandatory Classroom Date – October 4, 2009
  • Hunt Date – October 17, 2009
  • For further information, contact Myrtle Grove WMA at 301-743-5161
  • Click Here for Application Forms
  • Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
    Shotgun, Anne Arundel County
  • Application Deadline – Applications must be RECEIVED by October 3, 2009
  • A copy of your Shooter Qualification Card must be submitted with your application or no later than November 6, 2009.
  • Lottery Drawing – October 7, 2009
  • Mandatory Scout Date – November 15, 2009 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
  • Hunt Dates – November 28, 2009; November 30, 2009; December 2, 2009; December 4, 2009; December 5, 2009; December 7, 2009; December 9, 2009; December 11, 2009; December 12, 2009
  • Use of a portable tree stand is required.
  • Accommodations will be made for hunters with a Hunt From A Vehicle Permit.
  • Click Here for Application Forms
  • Applications must be sent to the following address:
    Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
    Attention: Tony Dove
    647 Contees Wharf Road
    Edgewater, MD 21037