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Life jackets near water, closed-toe shoes on splintered planks, and no running on crowded rails—assign one adult to watch kids even when rods bend. Teach pier-net use before fish flop on decks. Headlamps and rail gaps need extra caution on night sessions.
Sources: Town of Ocean City · Ocean City Beach Patrol · 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.
