Frederick Master Gardeners: Deer Mitigation

Join the Frederick County Master Gardeners for the Cultivation Lecture Series and learn about Deer Mitigation.

Deer are not shy about treating our landscapes like an all-you-can-eat buffet. This seminar on deer mitigation in Maryland is designed to help homeowners and gardeners better understand local deer behavior and learn practical, science-based strategies to reduce damage—without creating new problems.

Participants will explore why deer populations have increased in Maryland, how suburban development influences deer movement, and what that means for home landscapes, farms, and natural areas. The session will cover a range of management options, including plant selection, fencing and exclusion techniques, repellents, habitat modification, and community-based approaches. We’ll also discuss the limits of “deer-resistant” plants and what to expect during periods of food scarcity.

* Registration for this seminar begins 3 weeks prior to the event.

The doors open 30 minutes prior to the start time.

Point of contact: Amy Rembold, [email protected], 301-600-1596

University programs, activities, and facilities are available to all without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, religion, protected veteran status, genetic information, personal appearance, or any other legally protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Amy Rembold at [email protected] or 301-600-1596 by March 2, 2026.

In the event of inclement weather please check the Frederick County Master Gardeners Facebook page for updates. https://www.facebook.com/mastergardenersfrederickcountymaryland

For more information about the Frederick County Master Gardener program and seminars go to: https://extension.umd.edu/locations/frederick-county/home-gardening

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