The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Chesapeake Bay Office has awarded more than $2 million in environmental education grants to institutions in five states in the Chesapeake Bay region and in Washington, DC. The grants are offered through NOAA’s … Continued
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recently declared its intent to designate Mallows Bay in Charles County as a National Marine Sanctuary, and is seeking public input on how the site should best be used and managed. … Continued
Maryland’s 2015-2016 oyster season kicks off October 1st. The six-month season runs from Oct. 1 through March 31. For the first month of the season, only hand tonging, patent tonging and diving are permitted. Oyster harvesting is expected to increase … Continued
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently announced the winners of its 12th annual photo contest. Santosh Shanmuga of Gaithersburg, Maryland took top honors for his serene Female Red-Winged Blackbird taken at Swan Harbor Farm in Harford County. “I’m … Continued
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking proposals from local governments designed to protect and invigorate coastal communities and waterfront economies. Municipalities and counties in the coastal zone are eligible to apply for these one-year National Oceanic and … Continued