July 18th, 2024 by WCBC Radio
Hunters can now enter the lottery selection process for the annual six-day black bear hunt in Western Maryland.
The cost to enter the lottery is $15 and applications can be purchased from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources through August 31. The 2024 bear hunt will take place Oct 21-26 in Allegany, Frederick, Garrett, and Washington counties.
The bear hunt is an important part of managing Maryland’s expanding black bear population. This year, 950 bear harvest permits will be issued through the lottery selection process.
