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Stout rods, braided line, and short leaders with octopus or jig hooks handle tautog jaws—weights must hold near bottom without drifting into snags. Jetty anglers use shorter rods; boats use conventional reels. Tackle shops sell crab hooks and weight assortments.
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.
