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Tournament and charter fleets participate in tag-and-release research that tracks migration and growth—tags require proper placement and reporting. Visitors may witness tagging during releases. Support operators who contribute data to Atlantic billfish science.
Sources: NOAA Fisheries · White Marlin Open · 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.
