MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

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Walter Witt holds up a nice chain pickerel caught in tidal waters recently.

Maryland Fishing Report:
November 11​​​

Maryland offers a wide variety of fishing opportunities that are embraced by anglers throughout the state The European carp was introduced to Maryland in the 1800s has a checkered history, but this hard-fighting fish is a specialized fishery that is enjoyed by many anglers.
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Maryland DNR Announces 2026 Photo Contest Winners​​​

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has chosen the winners of the annual Maryland Natural Resource Photo Contest, with the grand prize, and first place in the spring category, going to Kyle Smith for his photo of a remarkable moment in nature – an Eastern Whip-poor-will on a branch while a squirrel sneaks up behind it.

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​Park Service Director Angela Crenshaw leads Gov. Wes Moore and DNR Secretary Josh Kurtz on a preview tour of historic Long Hill plantation house at Wetipquin Creek State Park. Photo by Anthony Burrows, Maryland DNR
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Secretary’s Message: DNR Is Expanding Maryland’s State Parks and Public Lands
with Six New Additions​

This has been a banner year for Maryland’s public lands. Recently, the Department of Natural completed a series of debuts in which the Maryland Park Service has dedicated, showcased, and shared progress on six new public land projects around the state.
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Maryland Fall Foliage Report
– November 12, 2026​​​

Foliage across Maryland is now past peak. Trees near Assateague Island are among the last to change. Our foresters and rangers have reported stunning wildflowers, changing leaves and sprouting mushrooms this season, capturing and sharing the visual bounty of Maryland’s natural resources.
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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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Witness The World
In Y​our Backyard

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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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