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Tip mates who bait hooks, untangle lines, and fillet fish—cash per angler or per family is customary. Tips reflect service, not guaranteed catch. Zero fish days still deserve courtesy when mates worked chop.
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.
