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A bike plan that includes printed maps of trails and placing new racks at George H.P. Smith park is expected to be reviewed Tuesday at the city's Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee. Updated maps of trails are being developed. Since Memorial Day, the committee reports that approximately 1,300 maps have been distributed. 

Maryland's Department of Natural Resources, in collaboration with George Mason University and The Nature Conservancy, unveils a state mapping project predicting the impact of sea level rise on coastal wetlands. By prioritizing conservation efforts based on predictive models, the initiative aims to enhance coastal resilience against climate change effects in Maryland.

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A new trailhead and recreational area, the first phase of the Stephen P. Hudson Park, will open on Nov. 4 near Milton. Developed by the Sussex County Land Trust, the park sits on 30 acres and aims to provide public access to the property and serve as a strategic trailhead between Lewes and Georgetown, with potential future developments including restrooms, a perimeter trail, and picnic areas.