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Smaller summer wind swells and shoulder-season days with modest waves are usually friendlier for first lessons than storm-driven sets. Crowds and rip currents still matter on sunny holiday weekends. Book a lesson if you are new to reading the lineup.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · Ocean City Beach Patrol
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.
