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Vol. 21, No. 1 | Winter 2018
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Governor Larry Hogan opens this edition presenting the newly created Maryland Outdoor Recreational Economic Commission and Natural Resources Secretary Mark Belton describes the offseason (or lack thereof) by outlining an abundance of improvement projects and outdoor opportunities.
 Cpl. Felker practicing handling a Scales & Tales eagle
Prey for Rescue
Officer training extends to handling raptor
Vulnerable, yet often still powerful, injured birds of prey pose many challenges to would-be rescuers.
Whether it is a struggling bald eagle whose water-logged feathers prevent it from lifting off from a river or an osprey left dazed after flying into a plate-glass window, raptors are great forces of nature, capable of striking with formidable talons and beaks.
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 The Making of a Ranger
State parks gain new stewards in uniform
The call comes in late in the afternoon, as the park office is about to close for the day. On the other end of the line, a frantic mother exclaims that her son is hours past his expected arrival home from his routine hike through New Germany State Park.
The park ranger on duty takes down all the information regarding the boy’s description, his age, when he was last seen and what he was wearing.
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 Shoring Up Ocean City
Beach renourishment prevents storm damage
Each year, millions of visitors from throughout the United States come to enjoy the famous beach in Ocean City, Maryland.
Most have no idea that the prime attraction of this tourism hot spot is actually a project engineered to protect the city from powerful coastal storms and hurricanes.
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 By Air, Land or Sea: What surveys tell us
Since conservation is at the very core of our charge here at the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, we are required to have a profound understanding of our ever-changing natural world and the impact of mankind upon it. To accomplish this task, we turn to science—and for the science, we go to extraordinary lengths.
 What's Old is New, What's Green is You: A behind-the-scenes look at recycling
If you are like most Marylanders, you probably already have a general understanding of recycling and why it is important.
Every time you set out your bottles and cans at home or drop your paper in the bin at work, you play a crucial role in that success. Yet that is only where the story begins.
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 Meshach Browning: Maryland's most celebrated hunter
Kentucky has Daniel Boone. Davy Crockett was born on a mountaintop in Tennessee. Thanks to the literary ability of Meshach (pronounced MEE-shak) Browning, Maryland has its own early-American frontier legend, whose tales have captivated audiences for 158 years.
 2017 Photo Contest: Winners
Please enjoy scrolling through the top picks from our annual contest. This year’s pool included approximately 1,500 photos from 295 participants.
The passion, talent and enthusiasm from these photographers continue to leave us in awe. Congratulations to all!
Think you have what it takes? The 2018 contest is officially open. Show us your best shot!
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 FROM THE FIELD
When Kim Hernandez moved to the East Coast after graduating from the University of Kansas, she became known among her Atlantic coast peers as “the girl from Kansas who’s going to save the oceans.”
 ASK AN EXPERT
Does it get cold enough in Maryland to go ice fishing? Is there anywhere to go snowmobiling? Our experts have the answers, and safety tips too!
 RECIPE: MUSKRAT STEW
This edition's recipe is a Dorchester County specialty.
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 UP NEXT...
In the spring edition, we'll celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Maryland Natural Resources Police, explore the Eastern Shore by kayak, examine Chesapeake Bay restoration progress and more!
 GET IT IN PRINT
Share the love with friends and family! Print subscriptions are available for purchase in our online store. Our 2018 wall calendar (now at a reduced price) is also available.
KEEP IN TOUCH
Have a question for our staff? A recipe to share? Is there a program, species or topic you'd like to learn more about? Let us know!
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