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Chaz Wheeler holds up a large Chesapeake Channa he caught near Edgewood, on the Bush River. Photo courtesy of Chaz Wheeler.

Maryland Fishing Report:
August 26​​​

Maryland anglers have been busy fishing for a variety of species this week. Chesapeake Channa is one of the fish that anglers have come to enjoy during the August striped bass closure. The Maryland striped bass closure will end soon, and anglers across the Chesapeake Bay will be able to fish for striped bass September 1.​
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Additional Maryland State Parks Requiring Day-Use Reservations; New Entrance Technology​​​

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources continues to expand its reservation and park entrance system to prevent long entrance lines, traffic backups, and unexpected capacity closures on busy weekends and holidays.

​Governor Wes Moore and Secretary Josh Kurtz promote fishing for Maryland’s invasive blue catfish during a 2024 event. Maryland DNR photo.
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Secretary’s Message – There’s Plenty of Fish to Chase During the Dog Days of Summer While We Protect Striped Bass​

For the month of August, we are giving our striped bass in Maryland’s portion of the Chesapeake Bay a much-needed break. ​​​To protect the younger, resident population of striped bass during this time, all striped bass fishing in Maryland is off limits through Aug. 31.
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Natural Resources Police officers conduct patrols on NRP’s newest boat, the 31-foot Harry L. George, alongside firefighting and rescue vessels.

NRP Responds To Maritime Emergencies, Conducts Hundreds Of Vessel Stops Independence Day Weekend​​

NRP​ investigated 11 reportable boating accidents, conducted hundreds of vessel stops, and made five alcohol related arrests during its annual Operation Dry Water​ “saturation patrol” campaign from July 3 to July 5.
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Historical Reenactors at Fort Frederick. ​​​​​​​​​​

MD 250 Events Calendar​​​​​​

​​​In observance of America’s 250th anniversary, we’re looking back at our state’s contributions to American history. Join us, attend events, get involved, give back, and gain perspective. To see statewide events check out the main MD 250 website event calendar.
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America In Miniature: Maryland State Parks’ New Adventure
​Challenge Begins​​​​

The Maryland Park Service is challenging visitors to embark on a photographic scavenger hunt across the state to celebrate Maryland 250.


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See what’s blooming, buzzing, and splashing in your own backyard and beyond by following MarylandDNR social channels - Facebook​, Instagram, X, YouTube​, and LinkedIn. Follow or subscribe to explore all the wild wonders!

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