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Menhaden support coastwide fisheries under federal management—recreational anglers should follow Maryland net and possession rules and avoid wasting live baits. Do not remove excessive bait from bays for hotel tubs. Use what you catch or buy modestly.
Sources: NOAA Fisheries · Maryland DNR · Maryland Coastal Bays Program
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.
