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Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.02 - Roadside Tree Care › Section 08.07.02.08 - Use of Pesticides

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A. The use or application of a pesticide to a tree on a public road right-of-way in the State is controlled as follows:
(1) A person applying a pesticide to a roadside tree shall have acquired certification and licensure required by the Maryland Department of Agriculture and shall adhere to regulations in COMAR 15.05.01;
(2) A person applying a pesticide shall apply only those pesticides registered for that use by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Maryland Department of Agriculture, and shall follow the manufacturer's label directions for proper use;
(3) Before the time of pesticide application, the Forest Service shall be notified by a permittee of the approximate time and place of application;
(4) Except when authorized by the Forest Service, a tree may not be treated with herbicides unless it is 6 feet or less in height;
(5) Dead plant material resulting from the application of an herbicide shall be removed if necessary for aesthetic or safety reasons, or both;
(6) Reasonable precautions shall be taken to:
(a) Avoid the use of herbicides on vegetation which contributes to soil retention, particularly at highway cuts and fills and other areas with steep slopes, and
(b) Prevent the pollution of streams, and damage to adjoining properties.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.02 - Roadside Tree Care › Section 08.07.02.09 - Roadside Tree Planting

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A. Trees to be planted on a public road right-of-way are subject to the conditions in §§B and C of this regulation, in addition to conditions imposed by local ordinances.
B. Trees shall be of a species and variety from the recommended tree list, and shall conform to the American Standard for Nursery Stock.
C. Roadside tree planting shall comply with a planting plan approved by the Forest Service, which may include:
(1) Stump removal;
(2) Size and type of planting stock;
(3) Planting specifications;
(4) Spacing;
(5) Species;
(6) Proximity to overhead wires;
(7) Care and maintenance; and
(8) Other site considerations.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.02 - Roadside Tree Care › Section 08.07.02.10 - Penalties

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Noncompliance with the provisions of this regulation constitutes a violation of law subject to the penalties provided in Natural Resources Article, §
									5-1301, Annotated Code of Maryland.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.03 - Forest Management Programs › Section 08.07.03.01 - Definitions

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A. In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated.
B. Terms Defined.
(1) "Conservation purposes" includes soil erosion, watershed protection, fiber production, windbreaks, Christmas tree production, sound barriers, and wildlife habitat development, but does not include planting of trees for ornamental purposes.
(2) "Department" means the Department of Natural Resources - Forest Service.
(3) "Forest Conservation and Management Agreement" means an agreement between the Department and a woodland owner of 5 or more contiguous acres which sets the conditions by which a woodland owner may enter and remain in the management program.
(4) "Forest Conservation and Management Program" means a program developed pursuant to the authority provided in Tax-Property Article, §8-211(p), Annotated Code of Maryland, which is designed to encourage landowners of Maryland to keep and develop land for productive woodland purposes.
(5) "Secretary" means Secretary of the Department of Natural Resources.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.03 - Forest Management Programs › Section 08.07.03.02 - Planting and Sale of Trees and Seedlings at the Maryland Forest Tree Nursery

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A. Limitation. The Department may sell trees and seedlings produced at the Maryland Forest Tree Nursery only for conservation purposes.
B. Requirements.
(1) A representative of the Department shall develop a tree-planting plan and examine the planting site of trees planted for conservation purposes.
(2) Windbreaks, other than those placed to protect cropland soil from wind erosion, and sound barriers shall be at least four rows of trees wide, and the individual rows of trees shall be staggered.
(3) All trees and tree seedlings, cuttings, and wildlife shrubs shall be planted in the State, unless exempted by the Secretary.
(4) All trees for roadside planting shall be planted on public road rights-of-way or other public lands. A tree-planting plan shall be developed by a representative of the Department before the trees are allocated.
(5) A report of the planting shall be furnished by the planter when requested by the Department.
(6) The planting shall be protected as far as possible from fire, grazing, and trespass.
(7) Trees may not be sold or offered for sale with the roots attached for removal from the land as live or ornamental trees.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.03 - Forest Management Programs › Section 08.07.03.03 - Charges for Administering the Forest Conservation and Management Program

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A. Purpose. The purpose of these regulations is to recover the cost involved in administering the Forest Conservation and Management Program.
B. Definitions. For the purpose of this regulation:
(1) "Assistant Secretary" means Assistant Secretary of Land Resources; and
(2) "Woodland owner" means the owner of at least 5 contiguous acres of land dominated by trees and other woody vegetation.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.03 - Forest Management Programs › Section 08.07.03.04 - Income Tax Treatment of Reforestation and Timber Stand Improvement

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A. Definition. "Commercial forest land" means land that is:
(1) Capable of growing more than 20 cubic feet of wood per acre per year; and
(2) Available for the application of scientific forest management practices for the primary purpose of growing and harvesting forest tree species.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.04 - Forest Fire Protection › Section 08.07.04.01 - Definitions

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In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated:
A. "Authorities having jurisdiction" means organizations, offices, or individuals responsible for enforcing requirements of a code or standard, or for approving equipment, materials, an installation, or a procedure.
B. "Director" means the Director of the Department of Natural Resources - Forest Service, or the Director's authorized representative.
C. "Disposal area" means any sanitary landfill or similar disposal facility, whether publicly or privately owned, that disposes of flammable material by open air burning.
D. "Fireworks" means combustible, implosive, or explosive compositions, substances, combinations of substances, or articles that are prepared to produce a visible or audible effect by combustion, explosion, implosion, deflagration, or detonation.
E. "Open air burning" means a fire where any material is burned in the open, except for small recreational fires such as campfires.
F. "Prescribed burning" means the planned scientific application of fire with an intent to confine it to a predetermined area.
G. "Slash" means the residue accumulating or left on the ground as a result of felling, thinning, improvement cutting, weeding, cleaning, girdling, poisoning, or trimming of trees or other woody vegetation.
H. "Woodland" means a public or private area in any stage of growth of woody vegetation.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.04 - Forest Fire Protection › Section 08.07.04.02 - Application

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A. This regulation applies to activities in woodland and within 200 feet of woodland, or activities adjacent to or within an area where flammable materials, that could ignite and carry fire to woodland, are located.
B. These regulations do not apply inside the limits of incorporated towns.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.04 - Forest Fire Protection › Section 08.07.04.03 - Open Air Burning

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A. A person may not engage in open air burning except under the following conditions:
(1) There is a natural or constructed fire break at least 10 feet wide completely around the material to be burned that is free of flammable materials;
(2) Adequate personnel and equipment are present to prevent the fire from escaping;
(3) At least one responsible person remains at the location of the fire until the last spark is out; and
(4) Burning occurs between the hours of 4 p.m. and 12 midnight, except that when the ground is covered with snow the burning may occur at any time so long as all other requirements are met.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.04 - Forest Fire Protection › Section 08.07.04.04 - Disposal Areas

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A person may not dispose of flammable material in a disposal area by open air burning, unless there is a cleared strip, free of all flammable material, around the disposal area at least 100 feet wide measured horizontally, and unless a permit has been issued by the Director in accordance with Regulation .03 of this chapter.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.04 - Forest Fire Protection › Section 08.07.04.05 - Slash Disposal

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A person may not conduct any operation which allows slash to remain within 50 feet, measured horizontally, from the ditch line on either side of any public highway.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.04 - Forest Fire Protection › Section 08.07.04.06 - Litter

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A person may not deposit any refuse, debris, or other flammable material in woodland, or in an area of flammable material likely to carry fire to woodland, within 50 feet measured horizontally from the ditch line on either side of a public roadway.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.04 - Forest Fire Protection › Section 08.07.04.07 - Spark Arrestors

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A person may not operate an internal combustion engine in woodland or in an area of flammable material likely to carry fire to woodland, unless equipped with a United States Forest Service approved spark arresting muffler in good operating condition.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.04 - Forest Fire Protection › Section 08.07.04.08 - Fireworks

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A person may not detonate fireworks in woodland or in an area of flammable material likely to carry fire to woodland, unless there is a safety strip 10 feet wide and the fireworks are detonated less than 3 feet above the ground.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.04 - Forest Fire Protection › Section 08.07.04.09 - Burning Ban

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Under prolonged or unusual conditions conducive to easy starting and spread of wildfire, the Director may declare a complete ban on all open air burning in woodland or in areas of flammable material likely to carry fire to woodland, through the state or in any specific area.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.04 - Forest Fire Protection › Section 08.07.04.10 - Discarding Burning Material

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A person may not discard any burning object or material in woodland or in an area of flammable material likely to carry fire to woodland.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.04 - Forest Fire Protection › Section 08.07.04.12 - Maryland Forest Service Towers and Properties

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A. The Maryland Forest Service Towers and Properties system consists of the areas in §B of this regulation, as delineated on maps filed in the Office of the Secretary of Natural Resources.
B. Names and Locations of Maryland Forest Service Towers and Properties. The general locations of State-owned Maryland Forest Service towers and properties are as follows:
County Name of Tower or Property
(1) Allegany - Dan's Rock; Town Hill; Warrior Mountain;
(2) Anne Arundel - Long Hill Tower and Office;
(3) Baltimore - Cub Hill Tower and Office;
(4) Caroline - Interstate;
(5) Cecil - Black Hill Tower and Office; Pleasant Hill;
(6) Charles - Welcome;
(7) Dorchester - Church Creek Tower and Office;
(8) Harford - Madonna Tower and Office;
(9) Garrett - Elder Hill; High Rock; Thayerville;
(10) Frederick - Lamb's Knoll; High Knob;
(11) Somerset - Green Hill; Princess Anne Office;
(12) Washington - McClellan's Lookout;
(13) Wicomico - Powellville Tower and Office;
(14) Worcester - Nassawango Tower and Office.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.05 - Woodland Incentive Program › Section 08.07.05.01 - Scope

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This chapter applies to the procedures to be followed for requests for financial assistance and technical assistance to nonindustrial private landowners who desire to initiate various plans for forest management and reforestation through approved forestry practices under the Woodland Incentive Program, Natural Resources Article, 5-301-----5-307, Annotated Code of Maryland. Regulations .02-----.04 of this chapter, formerly under COMAR 08.07.03.05J, apply to those nonindustrial private landowners who previously received program assistance as well as nonindustrial private landowners who participate in the Woodland Incentive Program, unless an additional service is requested for which there is now a fee.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.05 - Woodland Incentive Program › Section 08.07.05.02 - Definitions

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A. In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated.
B. Terms Defined.
(1) "Department" means the Department of Natural Resources - Forest Service.
(2) "Forestry practice" means an approved or accepted silvicultural and reforestation activity including:
(a) Thinning;
(b) Pruning;
(c) Prescribed burning;
(d) Crop tree release;
(e) Site preparation for natural or artificial reforestation;
(f) Herbicide treatments; and
(g) Planting of seedlings.
(3) "Form" means the combined application and agreement form adopted by the Department for the purpose of implementing the Woodland Incentive Program.
(4) "Licensed forester" means an individual who is licensed by the State Board of Foresters to practice forestry, as defined in Business Occupations and Professions Article, §§
										7-101 -7-602, Annotated Code of Maryland.
(5) "Plan" means a forest management plan, a forest stewardship plan, a pine reforestation plan pursuant to Natural Resources Article, §§
										5-504(b)  and  5-505, Annotated Code of Maryland, or a reforestation plan prepared for the purpose of accomplishing forestry practices.
(6) "Reforestation" means the approved practice of planting or seeding tree species in areas of idle cropland, pasture land, or other nonforested areas, or the replanting or afforestation of harvested or understocked woodlands, resulting in the establishment of 400 or more healthy sprouts and seedlings per acre of commercially desirable species, well spaced and free to grow.
(7) "Site index" means a measurement used to determine the capability of a tract of forest land to produce wood fiber based on the species and base age of the dominant trees.
(8) Technical Assistance.
(a) "Technical assistance" means the Department's assistance to a nonindustrial private forest landowner in the implementation of an approved practice or forest practice.
(b) "Technical assistance" may include, but is not limited to:
(i) Giving advice regarding forest resource protection; and
(ii) Sharing information regarding restoration and management techniques, and advances in forest management technology.
(9) Timber Stand Improvement.
(a) "Timber stand improvement" means a precommercial cultural operation undertaken to improve the composition, value, condition, and number of trees in a timber stand.
(b) "Timber stand improvement" includes:
(i) Tree removal;
(ii) Deadening; and
(iii) Pruning activities.
(10) "Woodland Incentive Program" means a program developed pursuant to Natural Resources Article, §§
										5-301 -5-307, Annotated Code of Maryland, which is designed to assist eligible landowners in conducting a program of woodland management.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.05 - Woodland Incentive Program › Section 08.07.05.03 - Application for Cost-Share Assistance for Woodland Incentive Program

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A. An eligible landowner seeking cost-share assistance from the Woodland Incentive Program shall submit a plan to the Department prepared or certified by a licensed forester, which contains:
(1) The name, address, Social Security or federal identification number, and telephone number of the landowner;
(2) A map of the forested area, or of the proposed reforestation area, at a scale of not less than 1 inch = 660 feet, indicating the location by reference to:
(a) Known map coordinates;
(b) Tract designations;
(c) Deed references;
(d) Property boundaries;
(e) North direction; and
(f) Pertinent geographic and man-made features; and
(3) A description of the existing conditions in the proposed treatment area, including:
(a) Stocking levels;
(b) Species;
(c) Quality;
(d) Growth potential;
(e) Age class;
(f) Acreage;
(g) Significant plant and wildlife habitats;
(h) Soil type classification;
(i) Topographic conditions.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.05 - Woodland Incentive Program › Section 08.07.05.04 - Application for Technical Assistance for Woodland Incentive Program

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A. An eligible landowner seeking technical assistance may be required to submit the following to the Department during the rendering of requested assistance:
(1) The name, address, Social Security or federal identification number, and telephone number of the landowner; and
(2) A sketch map of the property at a scale of not less than 1 inch = 660 feet, indicating the location by reference to:
(a) Known map coordinates,
(b) Tract designations,
(c) Deed references,
(d) Property boundaries,
(e) Property tax account numbers by parcel,
(f) North direction, and
(g) Pertinent geographic and man-made features.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.05 - Woodland Incentive Program › Section 08.07.05.05 - Charges for Cost-Share and Technical Assistance by the Department

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A. The Department may charge reasonable fees for cost-share and technical assistance it may render the landowner in implementing approved forestry practices.
B. The fee may not exceed $12 for each affected acre during a 6-month period, except for the following services:
(1) Plan preparation:
(a) Less than 5 acres = $100,
(b) 5-25 acres = $200,
(c) 26-50 acres = $225,
(d) 51-100 acres = $250,
(e) 101-500 acres = $275,
(f) 501 or more acres = $300;
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.01 - Definitions

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A. In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated.
B. Terms Defined.
(1) "Commissioned officer" means a Forest and Park Warden or Forest and Park Ranger having the meaning stated in Natural Resources Article, §
										5-206, Annotated Code of Maryland.
(2) "Developed areas" means those areas within a State park that have permanent facilities and those areas surrounding the facilities.
(3) "Park officer" means a commissioned officer, and may include the manager, rangers, or other personnel employed by the State to manage and regulate the use of State parks.
(4) "Service" means the Maryland Park Service, a unit of the Department of Natural Resources.
(8-1) "State battlefield" means an area of special or unique State historic interest associated with the site of a documented battle fought by the armed forces or militia of the United States.
(5) "State park" means a unit of the State park system.
(6) "State park road" means a road on or adjacent to a State park which is maintained or constructed and maintained by the Service.
(7) "Superintendent" means the Superintendent of the Maryland Park Service, which is a unit of the Department of Natural Resources.
(8) "Undeveloped area" means those areas within a State park not having permanent facilities.
(9) Vehicle.
(a) "Vehicle" means a mode of transportation by which an individual or property may be transported on a waterway or highway.
(b) "Vehicle" includes:
(i) Vessels;
(ii) Trailers;
(iii) Automobiles;
(iv) Trucks;
(v) Buses;
(vi) Mopeds;
(vii) Animals;
(viii) Animal-drawn vehicles; and
(ix) Bicycles.
(10) Vessel.
(a) "Vessel" means a type of watercraft, other than a seaplane, used or capable of being used as a means of transportation on water or ice.
(b) "Vessel" includes:
(i) The vessel's motor, spars, sails, and accessories; and
(ii) Ice boats.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.02 - State Park System

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A. The State park system is administered under the jurisdiction of the Maryland Park Service to preserve and protect the best of Maryland's natural and historic places for the enjoyment and appreciation of its citizens. State parks are managed to provide a multitude of public benefits, including:
(1) Natural resource conservation;
(2) Cultural and historic preservation;
(3) Watershed protection;
(4) Education and interpretation; and
(5) Nature-based outdoor recreation, including:
(a) Trails;
(b) Picnicking;
(c) Boating;
(d) Camping;
(e) Cabins;
(f) Hunting;
(g) Fishing; and
(h) Swimming.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.03 - Hunting

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A. General.
(1) The Superintendent may establish designated hunting areas, species to be hunted, methods of harvest, seasons, and weapons to be used within the State park system.
(2) The designated areas shall be published annually in the Guide to Hunting and Trapping in Maryland, available from the Department. The areas open to hunting shall be posted.
(3) The Superintendent shall establish areas for training and running of hunting dogs.
(4) The hunting season in all designated areas shall be in accordance with State and federal laws and regulations.
(5) An individual may not construct permanent game shooting stands, or use stationary blinds for hunting in State parks. The Service reserves the right to construct these facilities and regulate their use.
(6) Except by written permit, an individual may not trap or attempt to trap game in a State park. The permit shall be issued by the Superintendent.
(7) An individual may not hunt in violation of provisions of a permit issued for the purpose of hunting in a State park.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.04 - Weapons

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A. Definition. In this regulation, "weapon" means:
(1) A device capable of propelling a projectile at high velocity by mechanical means, by explosion, or by expanding gas, including, but not limited to a firearm, crossbow, or longbow;
(2) A dirk knife, bowie knife, switchblade, sand club, metal knuckles, razor, or nunchaku; and
(3) A device capable of:
(a) Inflicting death or bodily harm to an individual;
(b) Maiming or destroying wildlife; or
(c) Destroying property.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.05 - Fishing

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A. Except in a posted area, an individual may fish in the waters of a State park for finfish, if the individual complies with State fishing laws.
B. Permit.
(1) Fishing for other than finfish is by permit only.
(2) A permit shall be issued by the Superintendent.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.06 - Closing Against Entry

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A. This regulation does not apply to employees of the Department on official business.
B. The Superintendent may, by notice, close areas of State parks to public entry and travel.
C. An individual, vehicle, or vessel may not enter or remain on lands or waters owned or managed by the Service after posted hours of closing to public use.
D. A vehicle remaining on lands or waters after the posted hours of closing to public use, or on areas closed to public entry, may be removed and placed in storage at the owner's expense.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.08 - Camping

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A. An individual may establish a camp or occupy a cabin in a State park, if a permit is obtained from the Service. The use of the camp or cabin is limited to the:
(1) Area;
(2) Number of individuals specified; and
(3) Period specified in the permit.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.09 - Commercial Enterprise

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A. An individual may not use the property or resources of a State park for commercial gain without obtaining a permit from the Superintendent.
B. Unless a permit is obtained from the Service, an individual may not sell, hire, or lease an object of merchandise, or a vessel or vehicle designed or used for the transportation of passengers or property.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.10 - Fires

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A. An individual shall obtain a permit from the Service before kindling, building, maintaining, or using a fire in an area of a State park not designated for fires. The Service may revoke the permit for violation of this condition.
B. A fire permit may be revoked at any time by a park officer.
C. A fire shall be continuously under the surveillance of a competent individual 16 years old or older. A fire shall be extinguished before the responsibility of the permittee ends.
D. An individual may not discard a burning object within a State park.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.11 - Advertising

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Unless a permit is obtained from the Service, an individual may not erect or post a sign, notice, or literature in a State park.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.12 - Refuse, Rubbish, and Glass Containers

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A. Except in containers provided by the Service, an individual may not deposit garbage, sewage, waste, foodstuffs, paper, or other litter in a State park.
B. An individual may not possess a glass container or other hazardous object in a swimming area, beach, or other area of a State park where this is prohibited.
C. An individual may not deposit in Service-provided containers any garbage, sewage, foodstuffs, paper, or other litter originating from a private residence, commercial business, or other source outside of State park boundaries.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.13 - Plants, Rocks, Minerals, and Animals

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A. This regulation does not apply to park personnel in the performance of their duties.
B. In a State park an individual may not:
(1) Remove, disturb, damage, or destroy a plant, rock, mineral, or animal;
(2) Cut down, remove, or destroy a tree; or
(3) Feed, touch, tease, frighten, or intentionally disturb wildlife.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.14 - Traffic and Parking

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A. The Service shall regulate the use of State park roads. Roads may be closed to traffic if the Service determines this action is necessary. Instruction from a park officer to reduce the speed of a vehicle, to bring it to a stop, to alter its direction, or remove it from a restricted area shall be obeyed immediately.
B. Docking. An individual may not dock a vessel in an area posted against docking.
C. Traffic on State park roads is subject to motor vehicle laws.
D. The following acts are prohibited on State park roads not under the jurisdiction of the State Highway Administration or a county:
(1) Driving or parking a vehicle within or on a safety zone, walk, trail, or other area not designated and customarily used for vehicular traffic;
(2) Except for the time required to receive or discharge passengers, permitting a vehicle to stand outside a designated parking space;
(3) Permitting a vehicle to obstruct traffic by unnecessary stopping;
(4) Driving a vehicle over a State park road at a speed greater than that posted by the Service;
(5) Riding an animal, or driving or parking an animal-drawn vehicle in a developed area without permission of the Service;
(6) Driving a vehicle over a State park road in violation of traffic control devices placed by the Service;
(7) Permitting a vehicle to stand, park, or remain in a State park area after posted closing hours; and
(8) Permitting a vehicle to be parked or remain in a parking space exceeding the posted time without paying the parking fees.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.15 - Fees and Charges

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A. An individual may not make use of, or gain admittance to, a facility or activity in a State park for which there is a fee, unless the fee is paid.
B. An individual 62 years old or older shall be admitted to day-use areas free of an admittance charge, if the individual submits proof of age and registers with the Service.
C. An individual who has a disability that is permanent and substantially limits one or more major life activities shall be admitted to day-use areas free of an admittance charge, if the individual registers with the Service.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.16 - Grazing

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 14, July 12, 2024
Except under special permit, or lease from the Service, grazing of cattle, horses, sheep, goats, or domestic animals is not allowed in a State park.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.17 - Pets

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A. Developed Areas.
(1) Except for guide service dogs, pets of any kind are not allowed on a picnic area, cabin area, camping area, or other restricted area of a State park.
(2) The Service reserves the right to designate pet areas in a State park. In these areas pets shall be on a leash with a maximum length of 6 feet.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.18 - Relics, Treasures, and Metal Detectors

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A. The policy of the Service is to safeguard the archeological resources under its care. The guidelines in B and C of this regulation shall be followed.
B. Without a permit from the Office of Archeology, Maryland Historical Trust, Department of Housing and Community Development, and the Department, an individual may not dig in search of buried relics or treasures, remove prehistoric or historic artifacts, or use metal detectors, except as provided in §D of this regulation, within the boundaries of lands, beaches, or under waters controlled by the Service.
C. Permits are issued to archeologists and other qualified individuals who present a plan for scientific investigation to be carried out under provisions of the Maryland Archeological Historic Properties Act, Article 83B, 5-623-----5-628, Annotated Code of Maryland. Copies of the law and application for permit can be obtained from the Chief, Office of Archeology, Maryland Historical Trust, 100 Community Place, Crownsville, MD 21032.
D. Metal Detector Exception.
(1) An exception to the permit requirements of this regulation is for the use of a metal detector in the search for modern coins, jewelry, and other items on designated swimming beaches operated by the Service, with the exceptions of Point Lookout and Calvert Cliffs.
(2) An individual shall obtain permission to use a metal detector as set forth in this regulation from the Service.
(3) A metal detector may be used during normal park hours with the following exceptions:
(a) 9 a.m. through dusk from May 30 through Labor Day; and
(b) Other times at the discretion of the park manager.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.19 - Intoxicants

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A. An individual younger than 21 years old may not transport or possess an intoxicating beverage within a State park.
B. An individual may not consume or possess an open container of an intoxicating beverage on a parking lot, roadway, trail, or other designated area within a State park.
C. The Superintendent may prohibit intoxicating beverages in an area of a State park.
D. Permit.
(1) Intoxicating beverages are permitted in designated picnic shelters or other designated areas of a State park if the person who reserves the designated shelter or the designated area purchases an alcohol permit for $35.
(2) An alcohol permit may be revoked for cause by the Service, a Natural Resources police officer, or any law enforcement officer.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.20 - Disorderly Conduct

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An individual may not act in a disorderly manner in a State park by:
A. Making loud and unseemly noises or profanely cursing, swearing, or using obscene language;
B. Indecently exposing their person or performing an indecent act;
C. Throwing missiles, to the annoyance of the public;
D. Interfering with, encumbering, obstructing, or rendering dangerous any public place;
E. Engaging in, instigating, or encouraging a confrontation or fight;
F. Operating a generator or electronic audio equipment, or playing a musical instrument at a sound level annoying to other park users, with the use of these prohibited after posted hours of permissible operation; or
G. Causing a disturbance of the public peace.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.21 - Lawful Order of Park Officer

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An individual shall obey a lawful or reasonable order of a park warden or law enforcement officer in connection with the enforcement of Natural Resources laws, regulations, or other State laws.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.22 - Fireworks

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 14, July 12, 2024
Without a permit, an individual may not possess or use fireworks or other explosive or combustible devices intended for the creation of a display of noise, light, or smoke in a State park.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.23 - Shooting Ranges

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A. Bow and Arrow Ranges.
(1) The following restrictions apply on field archery courses, as established by or with the permission of the Service:
(a) Only field tip or blunt arrows shall be used;
(b) An individual may shoot only at established targets; and
(c) An individual may not use the range outside the posted hours of operation.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.24 - Encroachment

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A. Private encroachments are prohibited on State park land. Encroachments include, but are not limited to:
(1) Fences;
(2) Walls;
(3) Dog runs;
(4) Dog houses;
(5) Storage structures;
(6) Driveways;
(7) Compost piles;
(8) Swimming pools;
(9) Tree houses;
(10) Play houses;
(11) Woodpiles;
(12) Gardens;
(13) Play equipment;
(14) Television or radio reception devices; and
(15) Other devices, structures, refuse, or material.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.25 - Use of Trails

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 14, July 12, 2024
The Service may restrict the use of bicycles, mountain bikes, and animals on certain trails in a State park.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.26 - Amplifiers

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 14, July 12, 2024
Unless a permit is obtained from the Service an individual may not use an amplifier, loudspeaker, or other similar equipment in a State park. The permit may specify conditions for use, and the Service may revoke the permit for violation of conditions of the permit.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.06 - Use of State Parks › Section 08.07.06.27 - Private Vessels

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 14, July 12, 2024
A. An individual may launch a vessel only in designated areas.
B. Gasoline Engines. Except by park personnel in the performance of their duties, a vessel with a gasoline engine may not be operated on a lake, pond, or other impoundment of water in a State park. The Service may waive this prohibition for programs and events sponsored by the Department of Natural Resources.
C. Restricted Areas. Vessels are prohibited in swimming areas and other designated areas.
D. Limited Capacity of Lake. The number of private vessels permitted on a lake at a given time may not exceed the posted limit.
E. Swimming from Vessels. An individual may not swim or dive from a vessel in a lake or impoundment operated by the Service.
F. Harbor of Refuge. Except in designated areas or when used as a harbor of refuge, the overnight storage of private vessels in a State park is prohibited.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.07 - Licensed Tree Experts › Section 08.07.07.01 - Responsibility to the Public

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A. In rendering professional services, a licensed tree expert shall comply in all respects with applicable laws and regulations pertaining to tree expert services.
B. A licensed tree expert may not engage in any form of false or misleading advertising or promotional activities, including, but not limited to, the falsification or misrepresentation of:
(1) The work of a licensed tree expert or of an individual employed by the tree expert;
(2) The academic or professional qualifications or affiliations of the licensed tree expert; or
(3) The experience or licensing status of the licensed tree expert.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.07 - Licensed Tree Experts › Section 08.07.07.03 - Responsibility to the Client

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A. A licensed tree expert shall perform tree expert services only if qualified to do so by education or experience.
B. In performing tree expert services, a licensed tree expert shall act with reasonable care and competence, and shall apply technical knowledge and skills according to American National Standards Institute published tree care industry standards as incorporated by reference in Regulation .02 of this chapter.
C. A licensed tree expert may not knowingly assume or accept any position in which the licensed tree expert's interests conflict with the licensee's professional responsibilities unless the facts are disclosed by the licensee and consented to in writing by the client or employer.
D. A licensed tree expert shall enter into a written contract with the client which shall clearly convey the:
(1) Licensed tree expert's name, license number, name of licensee's business entity, address, and phone number;
(2) Name, address, and phone number of the client;
(3) Objective and scope of services;
(4) Anticipated dates of the licensed tree expert's work on the project;
(5) Implications of any deviation from ANSI standards incorporated under Regulation .02 of this chapter;
(6) Amount and method of remuneration for the services; and
(7) Dated signatures of the licensed tree expert or the licensed tree expert's designee and the client or the client's designee.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.07 - Licensed Tree Experts › Section 08.07.07.04 - Responsibility to Other Licensed Tree Experts and the Profession

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A. A licensed tree expert shall pursue all professional endeavors with honesty, integrity, fairness, and professionalism.
B. A licensed tree expert may only take credit for services performed by the licensed tree expert directly or by the licensed tree expert's firm under the licensed tree expert's supervision and direction.
C. A licensed tree expert shall adhere to and maintain standards of professional conduct that reflect in a responsible manner on the profession.
D. A licensed tree expert shall disclose associations with multiple tree care companies to each tree care company for which the licensee provides tree care services or supervision of tree care services.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.07 - Licensed Tree Experts › Section 08.07.07.05 - Record Keeping

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A. A licensed tree expert shall maintain records of all of the licensee's client contracts for tree expert services for 3 years after completion of a project.
B. If requested by a current or former client, the licensed tree expert shall release a copy of the written record to the client or former client. The licensed tree expert may require a client or former client to pay the reasonable cost of providing the records requested.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.07 - Licensed Tree Experts › Section 08.07.07.06 - Supervision

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A licensed tree expert is responsible for the quality and content of all work performed by those working under the licensee.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES › Subtitle 07 - FORESTS AND PARKS › Chapter 08.07.07 - Licensed Tree Experts › Section 08.07.07.07 - License Application and Renewal Fees

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A. An applicant shall pay to the Department, as part of the examination application, a $30 fee. If the applicant fails an examination, an additional $20 fee must be paid for each subsequent examination application.
B. A tree expert license shall be renewed every 2 years.
C. A licensed tree expert shall pay a $20 fee every 2 years for license renewal.
D. Professional Development. Commencing with the 2017 renewals, a licensed tree expert shall complete at least 8 hours of Department-approved continuing education instruction during the preceding 2-year term.
E. The Department shall review and approve the curriculum for continuing education instruction provided that the curriculum includes information on:
(1) New State and federal laws, regulations, and policies; or
(2) Technologies affecting the work of a licensed tree expert.