Posted on 06/26/25
Baltimore, MD – June 25, 2025 – Baltimore City Recreation and Parks has launched a new Deer Management Program and is actively seeking feedback from residents and local organizations through a brief survey and a series of upcoming info sessions.
Spearheaded by Wildlife Conservation Analyst Shane Boehne, the program aims to understand how deer are impacting city neighborhoods, parks, and residents. The goal is to develop informed and community-based solutions to manage the city’s growing deer population.
10-Minute Community Survey Now Open
Baltimore residents are encouraged to complete a 10-minute online survey by July 1st to share their experiences and perspectives on local deer issues.
👉 Click here to take the survey
Public Info Sessions – In-Person and Online
Residents can learn more about the program and give feedback at one of four public information sessions:
July 14 at Edgewood/Lyndhurst Rec Center (835 Allendale St., 21229), 6:30–8:00 PM
July 15 at Herring Run Rec Center (5000 Truesdale Ave, 21206), 6:30–8:00 PM
July 16 – Online Session via Microsoft Teams Join here
July 17 at Farring Baybrook Rec Center (4501 Fairing Ct., Brooklyn, 21225), 6:30–8:00 PM
Participants will learn about deer ecology, current challenges, and proposed solutions, and will also have the opportunity to qualify for park-specific focus groups.
Questions?
Email: deer.program@baltimorecity.gov
More info: bcrp.baltimorecity.gov/forestry-tree-services/deer-program