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Peeler crab baits drive black drum and red drum trips—availability tracks molting seasons and shop supply chains. Call ahead on holiday weekends when peelers sell out by noon. Store peelers in shaded coolers, not hotel bathtubs.
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.
