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Wear life jackets as required, file a float plan with someone on shore, and monitor marine weather. Alcohol and crowded summer weekends are a risky mix near the Inlet. Follow navigation markers—guessing channels risks grounding.
Sources: Maryland DNR · NWS Wakefield / NOAA
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
