Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Secretary John R. Griffin today announced the selection of Tom O’Connell, a respected 15-year veteran of the department, to serve as director of the department’s Fisheries Service, effective immediately. “From the time Captain John … Continued
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is currently working to develop a draft regulatory proposal for blue crabs. Based on the high volume of constructive input offered thus far, DNR is revising its initial draft regulatory proposal, which will be … Continued
Annual Patuxent River Cleanup Saturday, April 5 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon Greenwell State Park, 25420 Rosedale Manor Lane in Hollywood (St. Mary’s County) The Maryland Conservation Corps invite all to spend the morning enjoying and preserving the beauty … Continued
The Maryland Artificial Reef Initiative celebrates completion of “Dominion Reef at the Gooses,” an 80-acre reef made from concrete from the Woodrow Wilson Bridge. A water cannon will be used to disperse more than 70 tons of oyster shell and … Continued
The Maryland State Park Service offers countless opportunities for children of all ages to explore the outdoors during the springtime. Events across the state enable children to enjoy festivities of the season and investigate their natural world. “Maryland’s state parks … Continued