Arbor Day Poster Contest for 5th-Graders
Maryland fifth-graders are invited to participate in the Maryland Department of Natural Resources’ annual Arbor Day poster contest.
MD’s New Ambassadors — Bald Eagles
Rehabilitated bald eagles Buck and Mo, along with a contingent of Maryland Park Service rangers, were invited to the White House to celebrate the anniversary of the Endangered Species Act, which was signed into law 50 years ago.
First Day Hike Tradition Continues
More than 4,000 people hiked about 10,691 miles during First Day Hikes in 40 different Maryland state parks on New Year’s weekend, according to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.
DNR Initiative: 471,890 Trees and Counting
At the start of the new year, Maryland’s 5 Million Trees Initiative is approaching a milestone, with nearly half a million trees planted.
DNR Asks Residents to Share Flood Photos
Maryland’s Department of Natural Resources recently launched the new MyCoast Maryland app that enables people to easily upload photos of flood conditions in their neighborhood during or after major rain events and tidal flooding.
Special Hunt Day for Military Vets, Youth
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources will offer a special hunting opportunity for all military veterans and youth hunters ages 11-16 on February 3, 2024.
Five VFDs in SoMD Receive Assistance Grants
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources Forest Service awarded Volunteer Fire Assistance grants to 52 volunteer fire departments across the state, including five in Southern Maryland,
First Day Hikes Set New Year’s Weekend
First Day Hikes are a fun, healthy way to welcome the New Year. For 2024, Maryland State Parks will offer more than 60 hikes across 40 state parks.
Maryland’s ‘Gift of Trees’ Provides a Legacy of Stewardship
Purchase native Maryland trees — either a single tree or a grove of 10 trees — for planting in honor of a celebration, commemoration, or observation through the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.
DNR Taking Orders for Tree Seedlings
Maryland’s John S. Ayton State Forest Tree Nursery is excited to announce the return of Wye Oak seedlings for sale for the first time since 2018.
