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Cast-netters sell mullet and spot to shops when runs peak—live-lining drum beats dead cuts when regulations allow. Aerators and insulated buckets extend motel-room viability for a few hours, not days. Check DNR rules on transporting live bait between waters.
Sources: Maryland DNR · Visit 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.
