With one of the most unique and versatile natural landscapes in the United States of America, the Old Line State offers a large variety of opportunities for avid sportsmen and women. Explored by John Smith in 1608, Maryland has been at the forefront of American history, including Revolutionary and Civil War battlegrounds, and the progression of the modern-day shipping industry. From the Eastern Shore and the Chesapeake Bay to the Blue Ridge and Appalachian Mountain ranges, Maryland contains a variety of natural beauty and continues to be a national force in wildlife conservation. Home to big game species such as white-tailed and sika deer, black bears, wild turkeys, an extremely diverse fish population, and various small game, Maryland possesses the ability to satisfy all levels of sportsmen and women.
For more information on the elected officials protecting and promoting the sportsmen’s traditions in Maryland, please contact:
Maryland State Caucus Fact Sheet
Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus
Representative
Andy Harris
Maryland Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus Leadership
Secretary: Senator
Jack Bailey
Senator
Katie Fry Hester
Delegate
Kevin Hornberger
Delegate
Dana Jones
News Alerts
Dec 16 2024
Reflecting on the Successes of the NASC Network and GSC Members in the Mid-Atlantic Region
Why It Matters: It is no secret that the Mid-Atlantic region (DE, MD, PA,...
Apr 15 2024
Numerous Anti-Sportsmen Bills Defeated and Maryland’s 2024 Legislative Session Adjourns “Sine Die”
Why It Matters: The 2024 Maryland Legislative Session adjourned, “Sine Die”, on Monday, April...
Mar 04 2024
CSF Testifies in Opposition to Maryland’s Proposed Lead Ammo Ban
Why It Matters: Maryland Senate Bill 983 seeks to require the Maryland Department of...
Feb 20 2024
CSF-Supported Legislation to Remove Prohibition on Sunday Migratory Game Bird Hunting Introduced in Delaware and Maryland
Why It Matters: Currently, if you go game bird hunting in Maryland and Delaware,...
Dec 18 2023
Maryland Senator and NASC Executive Council Member Presented with the NASC Heritage Award for the Northeast Region
[caption id="attachment_11509" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] CSF’s Senior Coordinator, Mid-Atlantic States Kaleigh Leager Presents Senator Jack...
Jun 12 2023
Sunday Hunting in the Northeast – Trials, Tribulations, and Triumphs
Why it Matters: The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) has a tenured history in fighting...
May 15 2023
CSF and Fellow Conservation/Sportsmen’s Groups Gather for Monumental Bill Signing in Maryland
Why It Matters: The signing of Senate Bill 327/House Bill 983 (Chapter No. 543)...
Apr 24 2023
CSF Priorities on the Governor’s Desk in Maryland
Why It Matters: 2023 proved to be yet another busy and exciting year in...
Apr 17 2023
Sunday Hunting Bills Moving in Maine and Maryland
Why It Matters: Prohibitions and restrictions on Sunday hunting serve to the detriment of...
Mar 06 2023
In Maryland, CSF Testified on Behalf of Sportsmen and Women
Why It Matters: Together, both bills would bring about significant benefits to Maryland’s sporting...
May 02 2022
Maryland Caucus Secures $1,000,000 for DNR in Supplemental Budget
Contact: Joe Mullin, Northeastern States ManagerWhy it Matters: Sportsmen and women have played a...
Jul 20 2021
Cause for Celebration in the Northeast: Looking Forward to New and Continued Opportunities Afield
HighlightsWhy it Matters: Throughout regular sessions, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) worked hand-in-hand with...
Feb 16 2021
Antis Take a Follow-up Shot at Hunting Tournaments in Maryland
Contact: Brent Miller, Senior Director, Northeastern StatesAfter missing their mark in previous years, anti-sportsmen...
Feb 16 2021
CSF Leads Charge Against Effort to Commercialize Maryland Deer Herds
Contact: Brent Miller, Senior Director, Northeastern StatesOn February 4, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF)...
Jul 06 2020
Maryland: $13.5 Million in Grants Awarded Through the Waterway Improvement Fund
Contact: Brent Miller, Senior Director, Northeastern States and States Program AdministratorOn July 2, the...
Feb 03 2020
Maryland: Caucus Hosts Organizational Meeting to Discuss Events and Policy Priorities for the Year Ahead
Contact: Brent Miller, Senior Director, Northeastern States and States Program AdministratorOn January 27, Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation...
Feb 25 2019
Maryland: Statewide Sunday Deer Hunting Bill Heard in Committee
By Brett Stayton, Mid-Atlantic States CoordinatorOn February 19, the Maryland Senate Committee on Health,...
Feb 19 2019
Maryland: CSF Testifies in Support of Sunday Hunting Legislation
By Brett Stayton, Mid-Atlantic States CoordinatorOn February 12, the Maryland Senate Committee on Health,...
Feb 11 2019
Maryland: Caucus Co-Chair Introduces Sunday Hunting Bills
By Brett Stayton, Mid-Atlantic States CoordinatorSenator Jack Bailey, a newly appointed Co-Chair of the...
Jan 28 2019
Maryland: Newly Elected Senators Bring Unique Experience as Caucus Leaders
By Brett Stayton, Mid-Atlantic States CoordinatorThe bipartisan and bicameral Maryland Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus has...
Apr 27 2018
Maryland: Governor Hogan Signs Venison Donation Tax Credit Bills into Law
By Brett Stayton, Mid-Atlantic States CoordinatorOn April 24, Governor Larry Hogan, a member of...
Apr 06 2018
Maryland: Game Meat Donation Tax Credit Ready for Consideration by the Governor
By Brett Stayton, Mid-Atlantic States CoordinatorOn March 15, HB 7, sponsored by Maryland Legislative...
Mar 16 2018
Maryland: CSF Testifies in Support of Sunday Hunting Bill
By Brett Stayton, Mid-Atlantic States CoordinatorOn March 13, the Maryland Senate Committee on Education,...
Mar 08 2018
Maryland: CSF Mourns the Passing of Sportsmen’s Caucus Co-Chair Senator Wayne Norman
By Brett Stayton, Mid-Atlantic States CoordinatorThe Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) is deeply saddened to...
Feb 08 2018
Maryland: Statewide Sunday Hunting Bill Announced at Fourth Annual Blaze and Camo Day
On February 1, the Maryland Hunting Coalition hosted its annual “Blaze and Camo Day”...
Oct 19 2017
Maryland: CSF Mission Partner Supports Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry
On October 13, the Walmart Foundation’s State Giving Program presented a $50,000 grant to...
Sep 28 2017
Maryland: Hunting Summit Provides Forum for Sportsmen’s Policy Initiatives
On September 24, the Maryland Hunting Coalition hosted the 3rd Annual Hunting Summit in...
May 11 2017
Maryland: Governor Hogan Signs Apprentice Hunting Bill
On May 4, Governor Larry Hogan, a member of the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus, signed...
Apr 13 2017
Maryland: CSF Hosts Sportsmen’s Reception
On April 6, the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation (CSF) hosted the ""Maryland Sportsmen's Reception"" to...
Mar 30 2017
Maryland: Sportsmen’s Community Honors Senator John Astle
On March 25, the Maryland Hunting Coalition, an organization dedicated to uniting all Maryland...
Feb 16 2017
Maryland: Hunters Rally at the State Capitol for Annual “Blaze and Camo Day”
On February 9, the Maryland Hunting Coalition hosted its annual “Blaze and Camo Day”...
Oct 06 2016
Maryland: Hunting Summit Provides Forum for Sportsmen’s Policy Initiatives
On September 25, the Maryland Hunting Coalition hosted the 2nd Annual Hunting Summit in...
Sep 22 2016
Maryland: Caucus Hosts Sportsmen’s Retreat, Honoring Leadership of the Hunting and Angling Community
This past weekend, the bipartisan Maryland Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus hosted a sportsmen’s retreat at...
Sep 08 2016
Maryland: Judge Rules Against PETA, a Win for Scientific Management and the Sportsmen’s Community
On August 25, Montgomery County Circuit Court Judge Steven G. Salant ruled that the...
Apr 07 2016
Maryland: Sportsmen’s Reception
On March 29, the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation (CSF) hosted the ""Maryland Sportsmen's Reception"" to celebrate the time-honored...
Mar 24 2016
Maryland: Governor Larry Hogan Joins Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus
On March 21, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) welcomed Maryland Governor Larry Hogan as...
Feb 11 2016
Maryland Hunters Rally at the State Capitol for Annual “Blaze and Camo Day”
On February 5, the Maryland Hunting Coalition hosted its annual “Blaze and Camo Day”...
Oct 08 2015
CSF Celebrates National Hunting and Fishing Day with Maryland Department of Natural Resources
On Saturday, September 26, over 800 of Maryland’s sportsmen and women came out to...
May 14 2015
Maryland Reforms Waterfowl Baiting Law, Repeals “Strict Liability” Doctrine
Previously, Maryland law – unlike federal law – did not require criminal intent as...
Jul 24 2013
The Future of Elk Reintroduction in Western Maryland Rests with its Citizenry
ANNAPOLIS, MD (July 17, 2013) — On August 22, 2011, the Maryland Legislative Sportsmen’s...
May 29 2013
Maryland: Maryland Legislative Sportsmen’s Foundation 12th Annual Banquet
On Wednesday, May 15, the Maryland Legislative Sportsmen’s Foundation (MLSF) – the Advisory Council...
Apr 17 2013
Promoting Maryland as America’s Premiere Destination to Fish and Hunt
Funding Approved by Governor Martin O’Malley and the 2013 General AssemblyAnnapolis, Maryland: Fishing and...
Apr 11 2013
Maryland: Pro-Angling Access Bill Signed into Law
On Tuesday, April 9, Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley signed into law HB 797, which...
Mar 27 2013
Maryland: Pro-Angling Access Bill Clears House, Heads to Senate
Maryland HB 797, introduced by Delegate Maggie McIntosh, passed the Maryland House of Delegates...
Feb 28 2013
Maryland – Committee Hearing on Pro-Angling Access Bill (HB 797)
Maryland HB 797, introduced by Delegate Maggie McIntosh, was heard in the Maryland House...
Jan 30 2013
Maryland: Legislative Sportsmen’s Luncheon
On January 24, the Maryland Legislative Sportsmen’s Foundation, in partnership with the Maryland Legislative...
Latest policy updates
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A standard capacity magazine generally means any detachable ammunition feeding device that...
In an attempt to encourage novice hunter participation, many states now offer...
The vast majority of states throughout the nation offer an online component...
Reports and Data
Feb 29 2024
Maryland: American System of Conservation Funding Fact Sheet
Maryland: American System of Conservation Funding Fact Sheet
Jan 01 2013
2013 Sportsmen's Economic Impact Report - Maryland
2013 Sportsmen’s Economic Impact Report - Maryland
Jan 01 2007
2006 Economic Impact Report — Maryland
Maryland sportsmen and women could fill the stadiums of the Baltimore Ravens and Orioles...
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