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Bowfishing for cownose rays occurs in some bay areas under Maryland rules and local access restrictions—verify DNR guidance, no-wake zones, and property lines before shooting. Ethical shooters retrieve gear and avoid crowded beaches. Not the same as pier rod fishing culture.
Sources: Maryland DNR · Maryland Coastal Bays Program · 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.
