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Weather (Click Here)
Before you hit the trails or set up camp, make sure to take a second glance at the weather for this weekend!
Today's Moon Phase according to NASA (Click Here)
Waxing Gibbous: "The Moon continues to wax. Once more than half of the disc is illuminated, it has a shape we call gibbous. The gibbous Moon appears to grow fatter each night."
Maryland Fishing Report - March 11th, Composed by Lyndsie Pratt of Anglers Sports Center (Click Here)
Yellow Perch: Our experience and reports indicate that the yellow perch spawn has already happened. As noted above, there were spawned out perch at Red Bridges yesterday, but they are on their way out. We also know that the spawn occurred in the upper Magothy this week. Your best bet in the coming week is likely going to be to move closer towards the mouths of the rivers. Live minnows are by far the best thing to use for them, although small plastic stingers or gulp minnows can work well.
Pickerel: Pickerel fishing is still very good in rivers such as the Severn, Magothy and Patapsco, and in the Eastern Shore ponds. The fish are more active now that the water has warmed up. Live minnows will still work well, but you can also mix it up with all different types of lures like jerk baits, paddletails and chatterbaits.
Rockfish: The rockfish are still in their typical winter pattern, tight to the bottom in deeper water, 30-60 feet, and big fish are being caught in the typical winter hot spots such the power plant and the mouth of the Potomac. Heavy 1, 1.5 or even 2 oz jigs with larger profile baits like 10″ bkds or Bust ‘Em Baits Fat Boys are the way to go!
Catfish: It’s an incredible time of year to catch catfish, and they are catching big ones all over the bay! Use alewife, fresh shrimp, or gulp catfish bait just about anywhere that you can fish from shore!
This Weekend's Tide Predictions (Click Here)
Keep an eye on this weekend’s tide schedule. These are the predicted tides for the Western Shore of the Chesapeake from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.
Wednesday 3/16:
Low tide starting at 10:41 a.m. and again at 11:34 p.m.
High tide starting at 4:31 a.m. and again at 5:18 p.m.
Sunrise: 7:15 a.m.
Sunset: 7:14 p.m.
Thursday 3/17:
Low tide starting at 11:28 a.m.
High tide starting at 5:14 a.m. and again at 5:54 p.m.
Sunrise: 7:14 a.m.
Sunset: 7:15 p.m.
Friday 3/18:
Low tide starting at 12:06 a.m. and again at 12:16 p.m.
High tide starting at 5:56 a.m. and again at 6:31 p.m.
Sunrise: 7:12 a.m.
Sunset: 7:16 p.m.
Saturday 3/19:
Low tide starting at 12:36 a.m. and again at 1:05 p.m.
High tide starting at 6:39 a.m. and again at 7:08 p.m.
Sunrise: 7:11 a.m.
Sunset: 7:17 p.m.
Sunday 3/20:
Low tide at 1:06 a.m. and again at 1:58 p.m.
High tide starting at 7:23 a.m. and again at 7:48 p.m.
Sunrise: 7:09 a.m.
Sunset: 7:18 p.m.
Upcoming Outdoor Events
Owl Prowl; Sunday, March 20 and 27; 7:15 pm; Kinder Farm Park
Take a walk in Kinder Farm Park to look for owls and other nocturnal animals. Meet at the Park Visitor Center to go over interesting facts about owls and to familiarize yourself with owl calls. Then take an hour walk around the park to popular owl nesting sites with the hope to not just hear owls, but to also see some. Please dress for the weather, a long walk, and bring a flashlight. Please email Ranger Overman at rpover11@aacounty.org to sign up.
Spring Equinox Hike; Sunday, March 20; 5:00 pm; Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
Join Jug Bay Volunteer and Maryland Master Naturalist, Mike Quinlan, to welcome the new spring season and enjoy a rare, after hours visit to the Sanctuary. The official change in season from winter to spring occurs on March 20 at 11:32 am. The Vernal Equinox marks the turning point when the amount of daylight exceeds the amount of darkness in a 24 hour day. We’ll look for signs of Spring and end at the Observation Deck to watch the sunset. $5 per person. All ages able to walk 2-4 miles. Register Here!
Evening Hike; Saturday, March 26; 6:30 pm; South River Farms Park
Come out and explore the park during the early evening. A guest ornithologist speaker will be joining us to discuss a bit about woodcocks and their breeding season. Discover what the park has to offer during the sunset hours. Enjoy the water views of the South River during the hike. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. Register Here!
Maryland Day; March 25-27; All Regional Parks
In celebration of Maryland Day (what a crock!) the Department of Recreation and Parks will offer FREE entry all weekend to Quiet Waters Park, Kinder Farm Park, Downs Park, and Fort Smallwood Park. Plus, Free activities at Hancock's Resolution, Linthicum Walks, Historic London Town and Gardens, and Bacon Ridge. More information here.
Patuxent Paddle-a-Thon; June 4; 7:00am - 5:00pm; Patuxent River / Jug Bay
Put your paddling skills to the test this summer by joining Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary and Patuxent River Park for a 4.2 mile or 11.5 mile paddle down the Patuxent River, the longest river entirely within Maryland. Early registration and more information here!
Animal Cams (Click Here)
This week tune in to take a look at the Barn Owl Florida Cam at The Charter Group of Wildlife Ecology at the University of Florida.
Beach Cam
In the winter months we all long for the beach. Take a look at what's going on at your favorite East Coast beaches right now.
