MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

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Photo by Tonia Quade, submitted to the 2015 Maryland DNR Photo Contest

New MD Outdoors Licensing System Now Online ​​

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources’ new online licensing system, MD Outdo​ors, is now available for residents and visitors to purchase Maryland hunting and fishing licenses as well as associated stamps and permits, boat and off-road vehicle renewal registration, and other services.
Luke Wrye shows what can be found in the deep waters of the Atlantic Ocean with this beautiful golden tilefish caught August 15. Photo courtesy of Luke Wrye.
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Maryland Fishing Report – August 20​​

The coastal areas are seeing heavy surf and higher than normal tides, and perhaps strong winds will occur later this week. It’s a good time to fish in more protected waters or perhaps just stand on the beach and watch nature’s fury.

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Secretary’s Message – Thrill of the Woods: Maryland’s Bike Trails Offer Challenges for All Skill Levels​

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources offers more than 1,400 miles of trails on land and water for all kinds of uses: hiking and running, hor​seback riding, skiing and snowshoeing, paddling and kayaking, and bicycling.
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This silver maple at Green Ridge State Forest is the biggest Big Tree on Maryland public lands. Maryland DNR photo.

‘Big Tree Centennial Contest’ Offers Prizes for Exploring Maryland’s State Forests​​

In partnership with the Maryland Forest Service, the program is offering its Big-Tree Centennial Contest​, encouraging the public to explore Maryland state forest and to report back on any trees larger than 15 feet in circumference.
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St. Clement's Island lighthouse and 25 in 2025 button ​​​​​​​​​​

Maryland State Parks Adventure Challenge 25 in 2025​​​​

The Maryland State Parks “25 in 2025” Adventure Challenge is here! This program challenges you to get out to visit Maryland State Parks and complete at least 25 themed ​challenges- before November 15, 2025. 
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​ NRP Underwater Operations Team members patrol the Severn River during the U.S. Navy Blue Angels flight demonstrations in May. Maryland DNR photo.R​​​​​​​​​
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Maryland Natural Resources Police Report: Spring 2025​​

The Maryland Natural Resources Police took action on numerous violations of criminal and natural resource law from March through May.​​
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2025 Maryland Ice Cream Trail

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The Office of Outdoor Recreation is partnering with the Maryland Department of Agriculture on this sweet initiative, which pairs a trail outdoors with a Maryland-based creamery.

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