Deer Hunting Information
Sika Deer in Maryland
Maryland DNR Hunting Policy
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is dedicated to helping people enjoy nature and live in harmony with our natural resources. Our goal is to maintain vibrant natural communities, with abundant wildlife resources, and diverse outdoor opportunities for recreation and economic growth.
It is the policy of DNR to conserve and manage the wildlife resources of the State to provide safe and enjoyable hunting opportunities to the citizens of Maryland and its visitors, to manage and make available for public use and enjoyment the lands with which it has been entrusted and to improve the public's understanding and interest in the State's wildlife resources through information and outreach programs.
DNR carries out educational and training programs to improve awareness, appreciation and conservation of Maryland's natural resources. Through coordinated programs, such as hunter education, and the provision of other recreational opportunities such as "Becoming an Outdoors Woman," our objective is to encourage sportsmanship, instill an environmental ethic and promote public safety.
Revenues from hunting licenses and federal excise taxes on hunting equipment provide for the scientific investigation, conservation, protection and management of wildlife, as well as the training of safe and ethical hunters.
Your stewardship and thoughtful use of our natural resources, as partners, will continue to enhance the high quality of living that we enjoy in Maryland.
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