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Use pump-out stations for boat waste, avoid running aground on submerged grass beds, and pick up trash from marsh edges. Fertilizer and litter from inland watersheds affect bay health—small choices at rental homes matter. Volunteer cleanups and education events run through Maryland Coastal Bays Program partners seasonally.
Sources: Maryland Coastal Bays Program · Town of Ocean City
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.
