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Maryland DNR sets recreational and commercial seasons, size limits, and bushel rules that change annually—April through December frames most visitor interest with summer peaks. Soft-shell availability tracks molting cycles, not just calendar dates. Verify the current year proclamation before crabbing or ordering bushels.
Sources: Maryland DNR
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.
