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Portable finders map channel edges and grass lines you cannot see from low profile—battery life matters on half-day drifts. Transducer placement on scupper mounts beats hand-held guessing on flounder days.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · 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.
