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Licensed captains post go/no-go calls and catch highlights—follow a few Inlet and West OC operators for weather cancels and bite trends. Marketing photos cherry-pick; ask about average keeper size and passenger limits.
Sources: U.S. Coast Guard · 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.
