News: Black Bear Hunt Lottery Open; Sunflower Fields in Bloom

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Black bear

Maryland Black Bear Lottery Now Open
Application Deadline Aug. 31; Drawing Sept. 3

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is now accepting applications for the 2019 black bear hunt lottery. Successful applicants will receive a permit valid for the five-day hunting season, taking place Oct. 21-25 in Allegany, Frederick, Garrett, and Washington counties. Read more.


Sunflower

Peak Bloom Arrives at McKee-Beshers Sunflower Fields
Fields Planted Statewide for Wildlife Benefit

The sunflower fields at McKee-Beshers Wildlife Management Area in Poolesville are now in “peak bloom,” with about 30 acres planted in three fields, providing a spectacular view and serving an important conservation purpose. Read more.

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