Chesapeake Bay blue crabs are not the only regional species under close scrutiny. Nearby, Delaware Bay and the mid-atlantic coast is a focus of interest as federal regulators consider the fate of horseshoe crab stocks. Current management measures under Addendum … Continued
The Virginia Marine Resources Commission will hold a public hearing in Newport News, Va., on Tuesday, Feb. 26, to discuss potential harvest restrictions for blue crab, including shortening the season. The state’s 2006 crab catch was the lowest recorded since … Continued
Riparian (waterfront) property owners may apply for shoreline licensing through the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Wildlife and Heritage Service until June 1, 2009. Anyone owning riparian property or persons who possess permission of the riparian property owner, may … Continued
The Maryland Artificial Reef Initiative (MARI) recently celebrated its one year anniversary. During MARI’s first year, the coalition of more than 50 conservation, businesses, and government partners successfully raised more than $1.4 million to support the creation and monitoring of … Continued
Nearly 200 Chesapeake Bay area residents are expected to attend the Maryland Tributary Strategies Program’s 12th annual meeting on Saturday, February 9, 2008 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Maryland Department of the Environment office in Montgomery Park. … Continued