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Angelina Watts holds up a pretty Choptank River yellow perch.

Maryland Fishing Report – March 18​​

Two fish herald spring for most anglers in Maryland: the yellow perch for tidal anglers and the trout for freshwater anglers. Both are available this month. The yellow perch spawning runs are underway and trout are being caught in the trout management waters known as closure 0, which are now open.
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Maryland Park Service Online Reservations System Upgraded Ahead of 2026 Camping Season​​​

The Maryland Park Service has successfully launched its new reservations management system, which provides visitors with a faster, more intuitive way to reserve campsites, cabins, mini-cabins, pavilions, and other amenities at 37 Maryland State Parks.

​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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Oysters seized by police

Maryland Natural Resources Police ​Report: Winter​ 2025-26​​

The Maryland Natural Resources Police took action related to alleged violations of criminal and natural resource laws from December 2025 through February of 2026. During the winter months, individuals were charged for violations including spotlighting, hunting out of season, weapons charges, oyster harvest violations, crimes on public lands, and other offenses.
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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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