Department of Natural Resources

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General Information

Maryland Department of Natural Resources Service Centers are open by appointment only. CLICK HERE TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT ONLINE.

Services

Christmas Tree Recycling Information

Each year, approximately 40 million Christmas trees are sold in the United States. Do your part by recycling your Christmas tree.

Wanna be a Lifeguard?

The Assateague State Park Beach Patrol is looking for lifeguards. Want to make good money and have a sweet summer gig? This may be the job for you!

Critter Highlight – Red Fox

Maryland an excellent place for a fox to live. Red foxes are highly adaptive and can be found in suburban and urban areas.

Miss the Fishing Report? Check out the Angler's Log

With the fishing report on ice, you can still find out what's biting in Maryland waters. Check out the Maryland Angler’s Log. Where fishing reports come directly from you, the public! Many contributors on the Maryland Angler’s Log provide fishing hints, suggestions and even prime fishing locations.

We encourage YOU to submit information about your fishing adventures in Maryland. You can find instructions and email address at the top of the anglers log page.