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Drum fillets grill and blacken well—remove dark red lateral line meat on larger fish for milder flavor. Ventilate after frying; oily meat aromas linger in condos. Ice fish immediately; drum quality drops fast in July heat.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · Town of 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.
