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Boats anchor up in the lower Susquehanna to fish for blue catfish and yellow perch recently.

Maryland Fishing Report – March 4​​

Marylanders made it through the cold temperatures of January and February, and perhaps the only reminder left is some patches of snow and ice, and our heating bills. Maryland’s ice-fishing anglers rejoiced in the cold winter and enjoyed good fishing in many of the western region’s reservoirs
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Saving Your Space: Maryland State Park’s Day-Use Reservation System Cuts Closures, Readies Expansion for 2026​​

Maryland Park ​Service’s new day-use reservation system is working as designed to stop the frequent capacity closures that took place at popular state parks before the system was implemented in 2025.

​The Potomac River is important economically and recreationally; here, two people are seen bowfishing the river in St. Mary’s County.
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Secretary’s Message: Potomac River Update – March 2026 ​

On January 19, a break in a 72-inch sewer main known as the Potomac Interceptor caused an overflow into the Potomac River. The release of sewage from aging federal infrastructure was an emergency and people were understandably worried about both short-term and long-term effects. ​
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Maryland Natural Resources Police ​Report: Fall 2025​​

The Maryland Natural Resources Police took action related to alleged violations of criminal and natural resource laws from September through November of 2025. During the fall months, individuals were charged for violations including spotlighting, hunting out of season, weapons charges, oyster and crabbing violations, illegally baiting wildlife, and other crimes.
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Gifts you can get from our store, calendars, park passes and more​​​​​​​​​​

Adventure Awaits​​​​​​

Check out the DNR outdoor ​store for park passes and other gift ideas. NOW AVAILABLE The 2026 DNR Calendar, Embracing Nature. It showcases the range of wildlife and habitats that make Maryland unique. Get one for yourself or as a gift for family, friends or coworkers!
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Park Service Launches Miles for Maryland Challenge​​​​​

​The challenge is a great way to explore Maryland, also known as “America in Miniature,” and to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.


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