Breaking the Surface
The Marlin, one of the most prized bounties of the deep ocean, is no stranger to Maryland waters. Many sport anglers use Ocean City as a base for their Marlin fishing excursions, since the fish swims relatively close to Maryland’s coastline during migration. But a disturbing trend suggests the Marlin’s numbers are falling. Here, Maryland Department of Resources fisheries officials travel to the warm waters they hope will reveal whether the Marlin may really be in danger of decline.

The Challenge, Cubed
The challenge for Janelle McIntyre is to train for this three-part annual triathlon, held in Columbia, Maryland, that demands rigorous mental and physical training.

Invasive Beauties
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has wrestled with the issue of invasive species for years. But, the story of the Mute Swan stands out among similar stories, mostly because many bird lovers have such affection for this beautiful, but environmentally destructive, species of swan. Here, an update on the agency’s efforts to resolve the fate of the Mute Swan in Maryland.