| Species | Season | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Coyote | General · Year-round (no closed season) | Jul 1, 2026 – Jun 30, 2027 |
| Fox | General · Year-round · Charles & Dorchester Counties | Aug 1, 2026 – Jul 31, 2027 |
| Crow | General · Wed – Sat only | Aug 15, 2026 – Mar 15, 2027 |
| Mourning dove | General · Dove (three splits) | Sep 1, 2026 – Jan 9, 2027 |
| Squirrel | General · Gray Squirrel | Sep 5, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027 |
| Deer | Archery · Archery | Sep 11, 2026 – Jan 31, 2027 |
| Snipe | General | Sep 26, 2026 – Jan 28, 2027 |
Data verified 1 month ago against official Maryland Department of Natural Resources sources.
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