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Program Open Space

The POS program acquires recreation and open space areas for local public use.

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DNR has been a national leader in land conservation for more than 50 years
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Acreage Reports

Details lands protected by fee simple ownership and long-term or permanent easements.

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Green Infrastructure

Maryland's Green Infrastructure is incorporated in the targeting system for land acquisition.

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Mission Statement​

The Department of Natural Resources leads Maryland in securing a sustainable future for our environment, society, and economy by preserving, protecting, restoring, and enhancing the State’s natural resources.

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Help Stop Fraud in State Government

The Maryland General Assembly’s Office of Legislative Audits operates a toll-free fraud hotline to receive allegations of fraud and/or abuse of State government resources. Information reported to the hotline in the past has helped to eliminate certain fraudulent activities and protect State resources.

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