The tradition of the Maryland Ranger goes back over 300 years to early colonial times.
While
Maryland's first rangers were a military force, they had a mission that would be familiar to
the ranger of
today, public protection. But it was public protection with a difference from today -- protection of
European colonists from Native Americans who resented white encroachment and
frequently attacked
colonists living on isolated frontier plantations. The 17th century ranger also was charged
with keeping
paths and trails clear of obstructions for the safe passage of travelers. By the late 1690's,
there were as many as 200 rangers in Maryland service.
A fee will be charged. Call Steve McCoy at 410-260-8150 for more information and fee charges.
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