In October, Maryland experienced significant impacts from Hurricane Sandy. The approach of the storm could be felt by Friday, October 26.
On October 27, the U.S. Geological Survey released a statement concerning potential for beach and dune erosion. According to the agency, roughly 75 % of the coast along the Delmarva Peninsula was likely to experience beach and dune erosion from Hurricane Sandy. Overwashing was expected along nearly half of the shoreline.
The predictions of coastal change for the Delaware, Maryland and Virginia peninsula is part of a larger assessment of probable coastal change released by the U.S. Geological Survey.
By Sunday, much of Maryland was experiencing rainfall from the storm system.
On the morning of Monday October 29, winds shifted to the North and rainfall increased. It was during this period that early damage reports began to appear. One of the first casualties was the OC Pier in Ocean City, which suffered extensive damage from the storm surge. By mid-day, winds shifted to the West and increased noticably. Heavy rainfall caused minor flooding in some areas.
Several closures impacted the state, including:
- Maryland Park Service closed all State Park campgrounds and day-use areas in advance of Hurricane Sandy.
- The campground at Assateague State Park closed Saturday evening, October 27 and eas expected to remain closed until the morning of Wednesday, October 31.
- The Assateague State Park day-use facility and the road onto the island (Route 611 prior to the Verrazano Bridge) closed to all visitors and traffic at 12:00 noon on Sunday, October 28.
- Maryland Forestry Service closed Elk Neck State Forest.
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Greenbrier Lake Maintenance
Beginning in October, Greenbrier State Park staff will draw down about six feet of water from the park’s 42-acre lake to allow for maintenance work. The improvements include repairing the lake’s popular boat ramp and removing accumulated sediment for better boating access.
While maintenance work is underway, an improvised launch area will be available for small boats. Park personnel expect the project to be completed in early February 2013. If all goes well, the lake should be refilled well before the 2013 spring trout season begins.
Source: MD DNR
While maintenance work is underway, an improvised launch area will be available for small boats. Park personnel expect the project to be completed in early February 2013. If all goes well, the lake should be refilled well before the 2013 spring trout season begins.
Source: MD DNR
Monday, September 24, 2012
National Wildlife Refuge Week Maryland Events
In Maryland, a number of activities will be held in celebration of National Wildlife Refuge Week 2012.
Patuxent Research Refuge will host a variety of activities Saturday, October 13 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The event will feature live animals, kids’ crafts, tram tours ($3), scientific demonstrations, and behind-the-scenes research tours of the USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center. Participants will learn how endangered whooping cranes and sea ducks are raised and studied.
On Sunday, October 14, Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge will participate in the "The Big Sit!" bird count.
The activity will be held at the Tubby Cove Observation Platform, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. During the event, teams count and report bird species seen or heard from a 17-foot-diameter circle.
Each year in October, The Big Sit! bird count is held at a number of refuges across the USA.
source: USFWS
Patuxent Research Refuge will host a variety of activities Saturday, October 13 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The event will feature live animals, kids’ crafts, tram tours ($3), scientific demonstrations, and behind-the-scenes research tours of the USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center. Participants will learn how endangered whooping cranes and sea ducks are raised and studied.
On Sunday, October 14, Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge will participate in the "The Big Sit!" bird count.
The activity will be held at the Tubby Cove Observation Platform, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. During the event, teams count and report bird species seen or heard from a 17-foot-diameter circle.
Each year in October, The Big Sit! bird count is held at a number of refuges across the USA.
source: USFWS
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Ocean City Maryland Free Fishing Areas
In 2012, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) designated two popular Ocean City saltwater fishing spots as license-free fishing areas.
Northside Park is located where 125th Street meets Assawoman Bay, and features a fishing pier, concessions, playgrounds, a picnic area, walking paths, playing fields and a sports center.
The Chicago Avenue Boardwalk (2nd Street Bulkhead) has metered parking, wheelchair access, and a fish cleaning station.
Anglers ages 16 and older, who would like to utilize free fishing areas without a license, must register with the State (at no cost) by calling 855-855-3906 or online at https://compass.dnr.maryland.gov/dnrcompassportal.
The registration enters anglers into a national database, which is used to help assess recreational fishing activity in tidal waters.
source: MD DNR
Northside Park is located where 125th Street meets Assawoman Bay, and features a fishing pier, concessions, playgrounds, a picnic area, walking paths, playing fields and a sports center.
The Chicago Avenue Boardwalk (2nd Street Bulkhead) has metered parking, wheelchair access, and a fish cleaning station.
Anglers ages 16 and older, who would like to utilize free fishing areas without a license, must register with the State (at no cost) by calling 855-855-3906 or online at https://compass.dnr.maryland.gov/dnrcompassportal.
The registration enters anglers into a national database, which is used to help assess recreational fishing activity in tidal waters.
source: MD DNR
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