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Mullet run bays and surf edges seasonally—cast nets or sabiki catches supply live baits for drum and striper presentations where legal. Handle with wet hands; scales clog aerators if you skip strainers. Buy from bait shops when netting fails.
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.
