08-02-2007, 06:10 PM
Hello, Friend of Maryland's Natural Resources!
Welcome to the August 2007 issue of The Natural E-Source! To cool off during these lazy, hazy, "dog days" of summer, check out our useful tips on how you and your family can be "clean" boaters, where you can enroll in a hunter safety course, and learn why healthy wetlands are critical to healthy waterways and living resources. Take some time out to enjoy Maryland's fantastic natural resources, courtesy of your friends at The Natural E-Source and DNR!
Dorcas Coleman, Editor
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
----------------------INSIDE THIS ISSUE---------------------
THE ALLURE OF AUGUST
* Last Call for the 2007 Natural Resources Photo Contest
* Pledge to Help Our Waterways - Enroll in the New Maryland Clean Boater Program!
* Join the Search for "Diamond Jim!"
* Black Bear Hunting Permit Application Period Opens August 1
* Blind Site Licensing Dates: August 7-8
MORE SUMMER FUN "TO DO"
* Support Black Bear Management: Purchase a 2007 Bear Stamp!
* Join us at the Fair!
* Be Heard: Comment on Maryland's 10-Year Deer Management Plan
* Learn New Skills: Become An Outdoors Woman!
* Celebrate Maryland Conservation Corps Completion of New Boardwalk at Point Lookout State Park
FOR CURIOUS KIDS
* Ask an Expert: What Exactly are Wetlands?
* The Bay Game - It's Back and Better Than Ever!
AUGUST FEATURED EVENTS
EXTRA, EXTRA, READ ALL ABOUT IT!
* Maryland, Naturally
* Habichat: It's Where it's At!
MORE SIZZLING OFFERS
* Buy a 2008 Park Pass Now and Get Five Months FREE!
* Hunt Smart from the Start: Enroll in a Hunter Education Course
* Shooter Qualification Sessions Scheduled for Managed Hunts
FEATURED SITE: National Homeless Animal Day (August 18)
CONTACT US
==============================================
THE ALLURE OF AUGUST
LAST CALL for the 2007 Natural Resources Photo Contest
Entries are still being accepted for the 2007 Maryland Natural Resource Photo Contest. Sponsored by Ritz Camera Centers, Boater's World Marine Centers and Maryland Public Television, the contest runs through September 10, 2007. Photographers can win a share of over $1,000 in prizes along with a chance to have their images published in print and online. Winning entries will be featured in the winter issue of The Maryland Natural Resource magazine and the 2008 DNR calendar. Don't miss your chance - check out contest rules and regulations at http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/photocontest today!
Pledge to Help Our Waterways - Enroll in the New Maryland Clean Boater Program!
In an outgrowth of the popular Maryland Clean Marina Initiative, DNR has launched a new Maryland Clean Boater Program. Be a conscientious boater - sign a Clean Boater Pledge to help eliminate marine debris and receive a vessel decal and other fantastic items. To learn more, visit http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/boating/clea...oater.html
Join the Search for "Diamond Jim!"
It's not too late to take part in the 3rd Annual Maryland Fishing Challenge, going on through Labor Day! This year there are two great ways to win: Catch one of 21 specially tagged "Diamond Jim" stripers or have your qualifying catch certified as a citation fish, and automatically become eligible to participate in a drawing for one of two grand prizes: A 2007 Toyota Tundra 4x4 pick-up truck courtesy of Central Atlantic Toyota, and a 591 Nitro boat with a 115 HP Mercury outboard and a trailer from Bass Pro Shops. In addition, if an angler is lucky enough to find Diamond Jim on his hook, he could win up to $25,000 in cash from Boater's World and a real diamond from Smyth Jewelers! Before heading out, Find Out Where the Big Fish are Biting: Dial 1-800-ROCKFISH for weekly updates on where the fish are biting, what baits to use, and how the competition is stacking up. For complete contest rules and information, visit http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/fishingchallenge
Black Bear Hunting Permit Application Period Opens August 1
Applications for permits for the 2007 black bear hunting season will be accepted online starting August 1 and continuing through 6 p.m., September 1. Hunters may also apply by telephone at 1-888-579-6768 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m., August 27-31 ONLY. This year's black bear hunt will take place October 22-27 and December 3-8 in Garrett and Allegany Counties. In a new twist, DNR will be implementing a Preference Point System - all applicants will receive one additional entry in the random drawing for each consecutive year that they apply. For more information and to apply online go to http://blackbear.dnr.state.md.us
Blind Site Licensing Dates: August 7-8
The initial phase of blind site license applications for Maryland waters will be held August 7-8 at locations in each county where licensing is legal. Potential applicants should arrive between 7:30-8 a.m. for processing. A current Maryland resident hunting license must be presented in order to participate in the blind site lottery drawing and licensing process. Details are available at http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/dnrnews/pres...1707b.html
MORE SUMMER FUN "TO DO"
Support Black Bear Management: Purchase a 2007 Bear Stamp!
The 2007 Maryland Black Bear Conservation Stamp is now available online. The stamp program generates funds through the sale of bear stamps and related products to reimburse landowners who have suffered agricultural damage as a result of black bears. Get yours at http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/giftshop/
Join us at the Fair!
One more thing to look forward to before the school bells ring -- "The 11 Best Days of Summer" are right around the corner! This year marks the 124th Maryland State Fair, offering agricultural displays, livestock shows, horse racing, home arts, entertainment, thrill rides, all sorts of competitions and scrumptious food!
DNR staff go all to put together what is always one of the Fair's most exciting exhibits! Saturday, August 25 is Natural Resources Day at the Fair and with special events including announcement of the Maryland winners of the River of Words international art and poetry contest. Plan your visit in advance at http://www.marylandstatefair.com/default.asp
Be Heard: Comment on Maryland's 10-Year Deer Management Plan
DNR Wildlife officials are holding a series of statewide public meetings to review current white-tailed deer policy and collect public comments in advance of revising Maryland's 10-Year White-tailed Deer Management Plan.
* Cumberland - Monday, August 6 - Ft. Hill High School
* Frederick - Tuesday, August 7 - Frederick High School
* Owings Mills - Thursday, August 9 - New Town High School
* Annapolis - Monday, August 13 - Broad Neck High School
* Waldorf - Tuesday, August 14 - Thomas Stone High School
* Chestertown - Monday, August 20 - Chestertown Middle School
* Salisbury - Tuesday, August 21 - Parkside High School All meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. Comments may also be submitted August 1-31, 2007 at 410-260-8540 or toll-free at 877- 620-8DNR, ext. 8540, or by email customerservice@dnr.state.md.us A public record can be viewed at http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/wildlife/hntgp.asp
Learn New Skills: Become An Outdoors Woman!
Registration is now underway for the fall Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) workshop, to be held October 5-7 at the Western Maryland 4-H Center in Garrett County. The weekend program offers the opportunity to try a wide variety of outdoor recreational activities in a casual, non-threatening environment. Designed for women 18 and older (men are welcome!), classes are hands-on and give participants the knowledge necessary to further pursue their interests. For registration materials visit http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/wildlife/bowevents.asp
Celebrate Maryland Conservation Corps Completion of New Boardwalk at Point Lookout State Park
Visitors to Point Lookout State Park in St. Mary's County will be able to get to experience a salt marsh up close and personal, thanks to a new 420-foot boardwalk built by the Maryland Conservation Corps (MCC). Constructed to connect to the existing Peri
le Trail, the new boardwalk provides scenic views of the park's wetlands and tidal ponds. An AmeriCorps program managed by the DNR's Maryland Park Service, the MCC is made up of young adults, ages 17-25, who spend 11 months working in crews throughout the state to plant trees, restore shorelines and streams, provide environmental education programs, and maintain and construct hundreds of miles of trails annually. For more information about Point Lookout State Park visit http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/...okout.html
To learn more about the Maryland Conservation Corps, go to http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/mcc/
FOR CURIOUS KIDS
Ask an Expert: What Exactly are Wetlands?
Wetlands are typically defined by the presence of saturated soils and vegetation which is specifically suited to wet conditions. They are home to a family of unique plants known as hydrophytes that have special adaptations which allow them to live in areas where they are inundated with water for extended periods of time. Wetlands can be very expansive, such as the Lower Eastern Shore's tidal marshes, or narrow fringes along a river or lake edge. Why are they important? Find out more at http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/mydnr/askane...tlands.asp
The Bay Game - It's Back and Better Than Ever!
Now in its 11th year, the 2007 Maryland Bay Game takes readers back nearly 400 years to the time when Captain John Smith and his crew first explored the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. This family favorite teaches children and adults to view the Chesapeake Bay as the focal point of a large watershed that encompasses 95 percent of Maryland and parts of five other states through a variety of games, activities and fun educational pieces! To find out where you can get a copy, visit http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/baygame
AUGUST FEATURED EVENTS:
* August 4: Owl Prowl / Soldier's Delight N.E.A. (Baltimore County)
* August 11: Guided Trail Ride / Fort Frederick State Park (Washington County)
* August 13: "Painting Our Natural Surroundings" / Patapsco Valley State Park (Baltimore County)
* August 18: Star-Gazing / Soldier's Delight N.E.A. (Baltimore County)
* August 18-19: Garrison Weekend-Joshua Beall's Maryland Company / Fort Frederick State Park (Washington County
* August 25: Scenic Nature Hike / Patapsco Valley State Park (Baltimore County)
* August 25: Woodmont Open House / Fort Frederick State Park (Washington County)
* August 26: Evening Hike / Patapsco Valley State Park (Baltimore County) For a full schedule of spectacular summer events, visit the DNR Events Calendar at http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/calendar.html
EXTRA, EXTRA, READ ALL ABOUT IT!
Maryland, Naturally
The summer issue of The Maryland Natural Resource magazine is now available, featuring:
* Black Drum: Mystery Fish of the Chesapeake
* Birding in Maryland: Flying, Feathered & Fascinating
* "Are We There Yet?" The Wald Family's First Camping Trip
* Park-ticulars: Janes Island State Park - Rich in Prehistory
* And much more!
See what you've been missing; subscribe at http://www.easycart.net/MarylandDepartme...azine.html
Habichat: It's Where it's At!
Habichat, the quarterly electronic newsletter published by DNR's Wildlife & Heritage Service, is chock-full of information about how to become a steward of Maryland's backyard wildlife. Read all about how to create a "wildlife-friendly" backyard that supports migratory songbirds; the gray birch, a hardy native that is both fast-growing and graceful; the species of grassland birds found in Maryland meadows; and the secretive life of the flying squirrel - do they really fly? Available at http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/wildlife/habichat18.asp
MORE SIZZLING OFFERS
Buy a 2008 Park Pass Now and Get Five Months FREE!
Purchase your 2008 Resident All Season Pass now and use it for the remainder of 2007 - that's 17 months of enjoyment for the price of 12! The pass offers free day-use entry for up to 9 people in a vehicle to Maryland's 47 state forests and parks; free boat launching at all facilities; and a 10 percent discount on state-operated concessions and boat rentals. Order yours at http://www.easycart.net/MarylandDepartme...asses.html
Hunt Smart from the Start: Enroll in a Hunter Education Course
Don't miss your chance to sign up for these required courses offered in the late summer and early fall prior to the start of hunting seasons. Maryland's Hunter Education Programs are designed to promote safe, responsible and knowledgeable hunting activities; reduce the number of hunting accidents and violations; and to continue the traditions of the hunting experience. http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/nrp/education/
Shooter Qualification Sessions Scheduled for Managed Hunts
More than 50 shooter qualification sessions have been scheduled around Maryland to provide hunters an opportunity to demonstrate shooting proficiency, a requirement to hunt on certain county, state and federal lands during managed hunts. To get a detailed listing of scheduled sessions, visit http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/huntersguide...al_cal.asp
FEATURED SITE: National Homeless Animal Day (August 18)
Celebrated each third Saturday of August, National Homeless Animal Day draws attention to the heartbreaking plight of the millions of unwanted animals crowding the nation's shelters and rescues. And organizations such as The International Society for Animal Rights (ISAR) are doing all they can to tackle this problem head on. Founded in 1959 to expose and end the injustice and exploitation of animals and the suffering inflicted on them, the ISAR has become a leader in the fight for animal rights. Millions of healthy animals are killed in shelters and on streets each year, simply because they are unwanted. If you and your family are considering adopting a companion pet, be sure to check out your local shelter first - you are sure to find a wonderful animal there just waiting to love and be loved. Learn more at http://www.isaronline.org/index.html
Welcome to the August 2007 issue of The Natural E-Source! To cool off during these lazy, hazy, "dog days" of summer, check out our useful tips on how you and your family can be "clean" boaters, where you can enroll in a hunter safety course, and learn why healthy wetlands are critical to healthy waterways and living resources. Take some time out to enjoy Maryland's fantastic natural resources, courtesy of your friends at The Natural E-Source and DNR!
Dorcas Coleman, Editor
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
----------------------INSIDE THIS ISSUE---------------------
THE ALLURE OF AUGUST
* Last Call for the 2007 Natural Resources Photo Contest
* Pledge to Help Our Waterways - Enroll in the New Maryland Clean Boater Program!
* Join the Search for "Diamond Jim!"
* Black Bear Hunting Permit Application Period Opens August 1
* Blind Site Licensing Dates: August 7-8
MORE SUMMER FUN "TO DO"
* Support Black Bear Management: Purchase a 2007 Bear Stamp!
* Join us at the Fair!
* Be Heard: Comment on Maryland's 10-Year Deer Management Plan
* Learn New Skills: Become An Outdoors Woman!
* Celebrate Maryland Conservation Corps Completion of New Boardwalk at Point Lookout State Park
FOR CURIOUS KIDS
* Ask an Expert: What Exactly are Wetlands?
* The Bay Game - It's Back and Better Than Ever!
AUGUST FEATURED EVENTS
EXTRA, EXTRA, READ ALL ABOUT IT!
* Maryland, Naturally
* Habichat: It's Where it's At!
MORE SIZZLING OFFERS
* Buy a 2008 Park Pass Now and Get Five Months FREE!
* Hunt Smart from the Start: Enroll in a Hunter Education Course
* Shooter Qualification Sessions Scheduled for Managed Hunts
FEATURED SITE: National Homeless Animal Day (August 18)
CONTACT US
==============================================
THE ALLURE OF AUGUST
LAST CALL for the 2007 Natural Resources Photo Contest
Entries are still being accepted for the 2007 Maryland Natural Resource Photo Contest. Sponsored by Ritz Camera Centers, Boater's World Marine Centers and Maryland Public Television, the contest runs through September 10, 2007. Photographers can win a share of over $1,000 in prizes along with a chance to have their images published in print and online. Winning entries will be featured in the winter issue of The Maryland Natural Resource magazine and the 2008 DNR calendar. Don't miss your chance - check out contest rules and regulations at http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/photocontest today!
Pledge to Help Our Waterways - Enroll in the New Maryland Clean Boater Program!
In an outgrowth of the popular Maryland Clean Marina Initiative, DNR has launched a new Maryland Clean Boater Program. Be a conscientious boater - sign a Clean Boater Pledge to help eliminate marine debris and receive a vessel decal and other fantastic items. To learn more, visit http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/boating/clea...oater.html
Join the Search for "Diamond Jim!"
It's not too late to take part in the 3rd Annual Maryland Fishing Challenge, going on through Labor Day! This year there are two great ways to win: Catch one of 21 specially tagged "Diamond Jim" stripers or have your qualifying catch certified as a citation fish, and automatically become eligible to participate in a drawing for one of two grand prizes: A 2007 Toyota Tundra 4x4 pick-up truck courtesy of Central Atlantic Toyota, and a 591 Nitro boat with a 115 HP Mercury outboard and a trailer from Bass Pro Shops. In addition, if an angler is lucky enough to find Diamond Jim on his hook, he could win up to $25,000 in cash from Boater's World and a real diamond from Smyth Jewelers! Before heading out, Find Out Where the Big Fish are Biting: Dial 1-800-ROCKFISH for weekly updates on where the fish are biting, what baits to use, and how the competition is stacking up. For complete contest rules and information, visit http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/fishingchallenge
Black Bear Hunting Permit Application Period Opens August 1
Applications for permits for the 2007 black bear hunting season will be accepted online starting August 1 and continuing through 6 p.m., September 1. Hunters may also apply by telephone at 1-888-579-6768 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m., August 27-31 ONLY. This year's black bear hunt will take place October 22-27 and December 3-8 in Garrett and Allegany Counties. In a new twist, DNR will be implementing a Preference Point System - all applicants will receive one additional entry in the random drawing for each consecutive year that they apply. For more information and to apply online go to http://blackbear.dnr.state.md.us
Blind Site Licensing Dates: August 7-8
The initial phase of blind site license applications for Maryland waters will be held August 7-8 at locations in each county where licensing is legal. Potential applicants should arrive between 7:30-8 a.m. for processing. A current Maryland resident hunting license must be presented in order to participate in the blind site lottery drawing and licensing process. Details are available at http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/dnrnews/pres...1707b.html
MORE SUMMER FUN "TO DO"
Support Black Bear Management: Purchase a 2007 Bear Stamp!
The 2007 Maryland Black Bear Conservation Stamp is now available online. The stamp program generates funds through the sale of bear stamps and related products to reimburse landowners who have suffered agricultural damage as a result of black bears. Get yours at http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/giftshop/
Join us at the Fair!
One more thing to look forward to before the school bells ring -- "The 11 Best Days of Summer" are right around the corner! This year marks the 124th Maryland State Fair, offering agricultural displays, livestock shows, horse racing, home arts, entertainment, thrill rides, all sorts of competitions and scrumptious food!
DNR staff go all to put together what is always one of the Fair's most exciting exhibits! Saturday, August 25 is Natural Resources Day at the Fair and with special events including announcement of the Maryland winners of the River of Words international art and poetry contest. Plan your visit in advance at http://www.marylandstatefair.com/default.asp
Be Heard: Comment on Maryland's 10-Year Deer Management Plan
DNR Wildlife officials are holding a series of statewide public meetings to review current white-tailed deer policy and collect public comments in advance of revising Maryland's 10-Year White-tailed Deer Management Plan.
* Cumberland - Monday, August 6 - Ft. Hill High School
* Frederick - Tuesday, August 7 - Frederick High School
* Owings Mills - Thursday, August 9 - New Town High School
* Annapolis - Monday, August 13 - Broad Neck High School
* Waldorf - Tuesday, August 14 - Thomas Stone High School
* Chestertown - Monday, August 20 - Chestertown Middle School
* Salisbury - Tuesday, August 21 - Parkside High School All meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. Comments may also be submitted August 1-31, 2007 at 410-260-8540 or toll-free at 877- 620-8DNR, ext. 8540, or by email customerservice@dnr.state.md.us A public record can be viewed at http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/wildlife/hntgp.asp
Learn New Skills: Become An Outdoors Woman!
Registration is now underway for the fall Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) workshop, to be held October 5-7 at the Western Maryland 4-H Center in Garrett County. The weekend program offers the opportunity to try a wide variety of outdoor recreational activities in a casual, non-threatening environment. Designed for women 18 and older (men are welcome!), classes are hands-on and give participants the knowledge necessary to further pursue their interests. For registration materials visit http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/wildlife/bowevents.asp
Celebrate Maryland Conservation Corps Completion of New Boardwalk at Point Lookout State Park
Visitors to Point Lookout State Park in St. Mary's County will be able to get to experience a salt marsh up close and personal, thanks to a new 420-foot boardwalk built by the Maryland Conservation Corps (MCC). Constructed to connect to the existing Peri
le Trail, the new boardwalk provides scenic views of the park's wetlands and tidal ponds. An AmeriCorps program managed by the DNR's Maryland Park Service, the MCC is made up of young adults, ages 17-25, who spend 11 months working in crews throughout the state to plant trees, restore shorelines and streams, provide environmental education programs, and maintain and construct hundreds of miles of trails annually. For more information about Point Lookout State Park visit http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/...okout.htmlTo learn more about the Maryland Conservation Corps, go to http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/mcc/
FOR CURIOUS KIDS
Ask an Expert: What Exactly are Wetlands?
Wetlands are typically defined by the presence of saturated soils and vegetation which is specifically suited to wet conditions. They are home to a family of unique plants known as hydrophytes that have special adaptations which allow them to live in areas where they are inundated with water for extended periods of time. Wetlands can be very expansive, such as the Lower Eastern Shore's tidal marshes, or narrow fringes along a river or lake edge. Why are they important? Find out more at http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/mydnr/askane...tlands.asp
The Bay Game - It's Back and Better Than Ever!
Now in its 11th year, the 2007 Maryland Bay Game takes readers back nearly 400 years to the time when Captain John Smith and his crew first explored the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. This family favorite teaches children and adults to view the Chesapeake Bay as the focal point of a large watershed that encompasses 95 percent of Maryland and parts of five other states through a variety of games, activities and fun educational pieces! To find out where you can get a copy, visit http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/baygame
AUGUST FEATURED EVENTS:
* August 4: Owl Prowl / Soldier's Delight N.E.A. (Baltimore County)
* August 11: Guided Trail Ride / Fort Frederick State Park (Washington County)
* August 13: "Painting Our Natural Surroundings" / Patapsco Valley State Park (Baltimore County)
* August 18: Star-Gazing / Soldier's Delight N.E.A. (Baltimore County)
* August 18-19: Garrison Weekend-Joshua Beall's Maryland Company / Fort Frederick State Park (Washington County
* August 25: Scenic Nature Hike / Patapsco Valley State Park (Baltimore County)
* August 25: Woodmont Open House / Fort Frederick State Park (Washington County)
* August 26: Evening Hike / Patapsco Valley State Park (Baltimore County) For a full schedule of spectacular summer events, visit the DNR Events Calendar at http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/calendar.html
EXTRA, EXTRA, READ ALL ABOUT IT!
Maryland, Naturally
The summer issue of The Maryland Natural Resource magazine is now available, featuring:
* Black Drum: Mystery Fish of the Chesapeake
* Birding in Maryland: Flying, Feathered & Fascinating
* "Are We There Yet?" The Wald Family's First Camping Trip
* Park-ticulars: Janes Island State Park - Rich in Prehistory
* And much more!
See what you've been missing; subscribe at http://www.easycart.net/MarylandDepartme...azine.html
Habichat: It's Where it's At!
Habichat, the quarterly electronic newsletter published by DNR's Wildlife & Heritage Service, is chock-full of information about how to become a steward of Maryland's backyard wildlife. Read all about how to create a "wildlife-friendly" backyard that supports migratory songbirds; the gray birch, a hardy native that is both fast-growing and graceful; the species of grassland birds found in Maryland meadows; and the secretive life of the flying squirrel - do they really fly? Available at http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/wildlife/habichat18.asp
MORE SIZZLING OFFERS
Buy a 2008 Park Pass Now and Get Five Months FREE!
Purchase your 2008 Resident All Season Pass now and use it for the remainder of 2007 - that's 17 months of enjoyment for the price of 12! The pass offers free day-use entry for up to 9 people in a vehicle to Maryland's 47 state forests and parks; free boat launching at all facilities; and a 10 percent discount on state-operated concessions and boat rentals. Order yours at http://www.easycart.net/MarylandDepartme...asses.html
Hunt Smart from the Start: Enroll in a Hunter Education Course
Don't miss your chance to sign up for these required courses offered in the late summer and early fall prior to the start of hunting seasons. Maryland's Hunter Education Programs are designed to promote safe, responsible and knowledgeable hunting activities; reduce the number of hunting accidents and violations; and to continue the traditions of the hunting experience. http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/nrp/education/
Shooter Qualification Sessions Scheduled for Managed Hunts
More than 50 shooter qualification sessions have been scheduled around Maryland to provide hunters an opportunity to demonstrate shooting proficiency, a requirement to hunt on certain county, state and federal lands during managed hunts. To get a detailed listing of scheduled sessions, visit http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/huntersguide...al_cal.asp
FEATURED SITE: National Homeless Animal Day (August 18)
Celebrated each third Saturday of August, National Homeless Animal Day draws attention to the heartbreaking plight of the millions of unwanted animals crowding the nation's shelters and rescues. And organizations such as The International Society for Animal Rights (ISAR) are doing all they can to tackle this problem head on. Founded in 1959 to expose and end the injustice and exploitation of animals and the suffering inflicted on them, the ISAR has become a leader in the fight for animal rights. Millions of healthy animals are killed in shelters and on streets each year, simply because they are unwanted. If you and your family are considering adopting a companion pet, be sure to check out your local shelter first - you are sure to find a wonderful animal there just waiting to love and be loved. Learn more at http://www.isaronline.org/index.html