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Most bait counters sit inside full tackle shops—when live bait fails, staff pivot you to gulp-style trailers or metal jigs matching reports. Night pier anglers should carry both worm and artificial options. Tournament boats buy ballyhoo and butterfish offshore, not bloodworms.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · Maryland DNR
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.
