The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has launched a new award program to celebrate the state’s anglers and the diverse species of fish they catch. FishMaryland is a multifaceted award program designed to encourage anglers to take advantage of … Continued
A Maryland bowfisherman recently set a state record for northern snakehead. On May 24, Andrew “Andy” Fox of Mechanicsville took the record setting snakehead from Mattawoman Creek in Charles County. Fox and two friends where on an overnight bow fishing … Continued
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is inviting new or experienced anglers to enjoy Maryland’s License Free Fishing Days June 2, 9 and July 4, 2018. This is a unique opportunity for Marylanders to test their fishing skills without … Continued
In Maryland, anglers can expect new regulations on striped bass for the 2018 fishing season. If approved, the new regulations will include a lower minimum size and tackle-specific requirements. Spring Trophy Striped Bass Season Maryland’s 2018 Spring Trophy Striped Bass … Continued
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) recently set the total allowable catch of Atlantic menhaden for the 2018 and 2019 fishing seasons at 216,000 metric tons (mt). ASMFC also approved Amendment 3 to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan (FMP) … Continued