Loaner Equipment Program

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has a limited amount of fishing related equipment available to loan to organizations. Summer camps, scout troops, 4-H clubs, Y.M.C.A.s and other education-based organizations are eligible to borrow equipment for free. It is the sole responsibility of the sponsoring organization to pick up, properly maintain, and drop off the equipment.

Rods, Reels, & Tackle

Rods with spincasting reels and terminal tackle (bobbers, hooks, sinker) are available.

Casting plugs can be borrowed upon request.

Fishing equipment for derbies and events is available on a limited basis.

Call to reserve equipment at least two months or more prior to the event.

Casting Kit

A tackle box filled with casting plugs and casting targets (Backyard Bass) make any casting contest fun.

Try to "hook" and reel in a stationary plastic fish to demonstrate accuracy in casting.

This kit includes suggestions for hosting a casting contest.

There is no fee charged or borrowing this equipment. 

• Summer Fishing Clinics
• Free Day Program for Small Groups
• Fishing Equipment Loaner Program
• Fish Painting Kit