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Turtles occasionally take bait or tangle in line near piers and bay channels—use circle hooks where recommended, avoid leaving unattended gear, and report hooked turtles to authorities rather than cutting line and releasing blindly. Pier anglers should know local dehooking and reporting protocols during warm months.
Sources: Maryland DNR · NOAA Fisheries · 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.
