Gone Fishin' in Ocean City
From Western Maryland to Ocean City, the FHMD crew along with FishTalk Magazine's Lenny Rudow and Zach Ditmars hit the road to target Maryland's infamous inshore fishery in Ocean City, Maryland. From flounder and striped bass to bluefish and red drum, there's no shortage of exciting catches for fishing enthusiasts. The town's strategic location, where the ocean meets the bay, creates an ideal habitat for these abundant marine creatures. Whether casting lines from the jetties, trolling in the back bays, or embarking on a thrilling charter boat expedition, anglers of all skill levels can experience the thrill of reeling in their prized catch in Ocean City, Maryland's exceptional inshore fishery.
Scroll down to view the video of the third part of this road trip series as we head to Ocean City, Maryland for some inshore fishing.
FishTalk Magazine Feature
As part of this road series, Lenny Rudow and FishTalk covered the trip with a featured article. Read a snippet of it below with a link to the full feature.
"Like many people who grew up in the region I’ve been going on summer family vacations to Ocean City for my entire life. Unlike many, my fascination with the beach ended the moment I had to reel in my line. I get it a zillion people splashing around in the water isn’t a great place to sling hooks — but before long I realized it..."
To continue reading the FishTalk article click here.
Where We Fished
For this trip, we met up with Fish in OC's Scott Lenox, and he showed us the ropes. Taking us to the "Thoroughfare and 41st street", this fishing hotspot is a haven for both seasoned fishermen and beginners alike. The Thoroughfare and 41st Street are renowned for their abundance of sought-after fish species. From the feisty striped bass and flounder to the elusive bluefish and red drum, there's always a chance to reel in a trophy-worthy catch. Whether you're seeking the thrill of landing a prized catch or simply looking to unwind surrounded by nature's splendor, Ocean City, Maryland, is the place to be for an extraordinary fishing escapade.
Season:
The summer flounder season is open year-round. Though high season is during the summer months while the waters are warmer.
Opportunity:
The recreational fishery for summer flounder in the Maryland portion of the Chesapeake Bay occurs in late summer from the Bay Bridge south, with the greatest amount of effort closer to the Virginia line and the mouth of the Potomac River. While the Oceans hold fish in much higher numbers from March through the end of October. The most popular baits are minnows and squid strips, and drifting is the most popular method of fishing.