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Maryland Coastal Bays Program and partner nonprofits sometimes recruit trained volunteers for nest monitoring and outreach—untrained tourists should not walk nests alone. Donations and beach-cleanup participation support habitat more safely than DIY patrols. Ask visitor centers for current stewardship calendars.
Sources: Maryland Coastal Bays Program · Visit Ocean City · Town of 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.
