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Clam strips, squid, and crab bits on high-low rigs catch sea bass when jigs snag—some anglers switch to bait after marking fish that refuse metal. Stout hooks and braided line help pull fish off structure. Charters often run both methods simultaneously on the rail.
Sources: Maryland DNR · 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.
