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On June 1, Maryland's nontidal fishing license fees are set to increase for the first time in nearly two decades.
MD Outdoors was scheduled to launch June 24, replacing COMPASS for Maryland hunting, fishing and boating licenses.
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Solomons Fishing Pier Sets New Hours, Adds Gate for Safety

Starting September 2, 2025, anglers in Southern Maryland will notice changes at the Solomons Fishing Pier, a beloved spot for casting lines into the Patuxent River. The Calvert County Department of ...
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Cool August Boosts Fishing in St. Mary’s Waters

As summer’s heat gives way to a cooler August in Southern Maryland, the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries are teeming with ...
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources will offer license-free fishing days for all state residents and visitors again this year.
In most cases, travelers must obtain a non-resident fishing license to go fishing out-of-state. From the late 1960s through the 1980s, the share of annual state fishing licenses held by ...
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is offering three license-free fishing days to the state's residents and visitors. Here's all to know.
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is offering three license-free fishing days to the state's residents and visitors. Here's all to know.
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources invites new or experienced anglers to enjoy Maryland’s License Free Fishing Days June 2, 9 and July 4. This is a unique opportunity for Marylanders ...
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced they are offering license-free fishing days for all state residents and visitors throughout this summer.