MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

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Franklin Roloson was out fishing on Liberty Reservoir on Halloween and no tricks were experienced, just a wonderful treat in the form of this 17-inch crappie. Photo courtesy of Franklin Roloson

Maryland Fishing Report:
November 4​​​

The calendar says November, but Maryland is still experiencing some mild weather – all the better to enjoy fishing surrounded by beautiful fall colors.​
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Maryland DNR Announces 2026 Photo Contest Winners​​​

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has chosen the winners of the annual Maryland Natural Resource Photo Contest, with the grand prize, and first place in the spring category, going to Kyle Smith for his photo of a remarkable moment in nature – an Eastern Whip-poor-will on a branch while a squirrel sneaks up behind it.

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​Park Service Director Angela Crenshaw leads Gov. Wes Moore and DNR Secretary Josh Kurtz on a preview tour of historic Long Hill plantation house at Wetipquin Creek State Park. Photo by Anthony Burrows, Maryland DNR
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Secretary’s Message: DNR Is Expanding Maryland’s State Parks and Public Lands
with Six New Additions​

This has been a banner year for Maryland’s public lands. Recently, the Department of Natural completed a series of debuts in which the Maryland Park Service has dedicated, showcased, and shared progress on six new public land projects around the state.
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Maryland Fall Foliage Report
– October 29​, 2026​​​

Foliage is past peak in Garrett County; at peak in Washington, Baltimore, and Cecil counties; and starting to change in earnest on the lower Eastern Shore.
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Historical Reenactors at Fort Frederick. ​​​​​​​​​​

MD 250 Events Calendar​​​​​​

​​​In observance of America’s 250th anniversary, we’re looking back at our state’s contributions to American history. Join us, attend events, get involved, give back, and gain perspective. To see statewide events check out the main MD 250 website event calendar.
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America In Miniature: Maryland State Parks’ New Adventure
​Challenge Begins​​​​

The Maryland Park Service is challenging visitors to embark on a photographic scavenger hunt across the state to celebrate Maryland 250.


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Witness The World
In Y​our Backyard

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See what’s blooming, buzzing, and splashing in your own backyard and beyond by following MarylandDNR social channels - Facebook​, Instagram, X, YouTube​, and LinkedIn. Follow or subscribe to explore all the wild wonders!

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