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Criteria, Instructions & Tips for Submitting Events EVENT CRITERIA: Events submitted to the www.VisitMaryland.org calendar must meet criteria set by The Maryland Office of Tourism (“the Office”). The Office reserves the right to approve, remove, edit and reject submissions and to resize and crop images provided. Events must be tourism-related and appeal to a variety of Maryland visitors. Prior to submission, events must appear on the submitting organization’s website or facebook page. That provides the[...]
Maryland cares about birds. Our Department of Natural Resources works closely with federal and local government agencies and conservation partner organizations to make certain that the future for birds is bright in our great state. Maryland has been an international leader in the recovery of formerly endangered species, including the comeback of the Peregrine Falcon and our iconic national symbol, the Bald Eagle. Today, bird watchers, photographers and wildfowl hunters benefit from the dedication of[...]
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If you’re new to birding or to exploring Maryland’s wildlife watching hotspots, our birding community welcomes you to join us and make new friends. Many of our local bird clubs, nature centers and conservation partners lead regular bird hikes all across the state, and most are no or low cost. Check out the event calendars of the Maryland Ornithological Society bird clubs, Nature Forward, and the Maryland chapters and centers of the National Audubon Society[...]
Stop by any of our Maryland Welcome Centers, where friendly travel counselors offer information and inspirational ideas for your trip. Find free Maryland maps and brochures, find answers to questions about seasonal or annual events, and get suggested itineraries to help you enjoy your stay in Maryland. Visit any of our centers conveniently located on major interstates. For travel information Monday through Friday, please call 1-866-639-3526 and for 24/7 information explore this website. State-Operated Welcome[...]
This barn offers instruction for riders of all ages and experience levels. Their robust calendar features horse shows and clinics. The farm has a heated room perfect for a wide variety of events.
Linden Farm offers riding lessons for kids and adults with a wide range of skill and experience. Linden Farm students who opt to ride in 4-H shows have won championship and reserve ribbons. Check out the farm's robust Calendar of Events.
Linking to VisitMaryland.org is a great opportunity to provide your visitors and contacts information on all there is to see and do in Maryland. Just paste the links below into your website code. If you'd like a link to a more specific page, please contact us for a custom URL. Official State of Maryland Vacation Information: official Maryland vacation information Maryland Vacation Guide: Destination Maryland Guide Things to Do in Maryland[...]
There have also been large horse racing farms. Frederick was the home of Glade Valley Farm, once one of the state's leading Thoroughbred operations. as well as Yankeeland Farm, a major national Standardbred harness breeder. It was also home to the New Market Hounds that merged with the Middletown Hounds approximately 40 years ago. There are several 4-H and pony clubs. The Frederick Pony Club is one of the oldest in the state. The Great[...]