What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Ocean City, Maryland for the first time?

You can fish for a number of species in Ocean City, whether it be something easier to catch for you first timers, or something that has a little more weight to it for those of us that appreciate a fight on the end of our line. You also have several areas available for throwing your line in the water or you can catch a charter for a few hours of overnight. And if you don't catch what you're looking for your first day, just go out the next day. It can change overnight!

The weather changed from many days of heat, to a cool fall like air temp...a windy day, we did not expect to be at all lucky, but were incredibly surprised. Kevin & Shane were very knowledgeable on how to land these nice size fish!

Look for small charters (like the Bayside Guide Service) around the bay for flounder during the day and rockfish & blues at night. Also try the Oceanic Pier at the inlet; especially good on moving tides and at night.

Book an evening trip with Captain Tony from Saltwater Adventures and tell him you want to catch blues under the bridge, it will blow your mind if you've never done it, I've fished all my life and you will never fight a fish as strong as a blue pound for pound. CRAZY FUN!!!

Do a private charter vs. the bigger boats with 50-60 people. The bigger boats a little cheaper but you have 4 people trying to fish in less than a 4 foot spot....lots of tangles and less opportunities to get fish with so many lines in the water.

Ocean City has some great fishing and even better Captains. If your in the fence about taking a OC charter just go ahead and do it you won't be disappointed. Always talk to your Captain ahead of time they should be able to put you onto the right time to catch fish

Go with your experience,if you haven't been on a boat in the ocean don't do a 12 hr day.If you get seasick it will be a long day and an expensive boat ride.Listen to mate and captain, they do this for a living and really do know more than you do.If you consider the whole experience and not just fish boated it will help you enjoy even a slow day.

Pick this charter, the Captain is very knowledgeable about the fish your trying to catch and were to find them

Check with local fishing report before you book. Most people told us we were too early for big bite in shore, but too late for tuna etc.

If you want to catch fish, book a charter. I've done two and both captains were professional, knowledgeable, and friendly at a modest price.

Despite the best efforts of our captain we did not get many bites. We only landed 4 fish of which 1 was a keeper. A pleasant time on the water but not good fishing.

Once you have booked a trip, contact captain for info on conditions and types of fish that have been hitting. Captain Tony Battista was very informative about where and what to expect.

Lots of charter information available on line. Do your research to find a charter that fills your needs.

Wear something warm and waterproof for the trip in and the trip back.. you will get wet and the water is cold!!!

Captain John is very knowledgeable and any beginning angler would be lucky to have him take him out

Always remember that it is fishing...... Not catching . It can never be a sure thing

Get a knowledgeable Captain and charter away... the area is too nuanced to just wing it.

If you want to catch Tuna, according to Captain June-July is the best time. If you want to do more bait casting and less trolling, a different charter is better.

If you're fishing for large fish consider going in the Spring or Fall when the waters are cooler. Summer fishing is a little slow when the water warms up.

Plenty of options with easy access to ocean. Just be aware that if your traveling midday through ocean city from points north leave plenty of travel time. Dozens of traffic lights.

Fish with saltwater adventures and captain tony. It was a great experience and i would use them again.

It would have been 5 star but the weather wasn't the best the prior couple days so it was just picking back up.

Pay for a charter like Chasin Tides and stay away from the Fishing Pier unless you like donating tackle to the Atlantic.

Some boats were not courteous and drove over our lines. Holidays are crowded so be aware of when u go but over all fun trip

Remember, it's called fishing, not catching. Coastal fishing is different than deep sea fishing. Plan to enjoy the experience wherever you fish.

It’s a good time of the year to go out not a lot of boat traffic. Weather is great.

Contact On The Run Charters. Captain Dave will help experienced fishermen as well as novices.

Capt. Dave did everything possible to find fish. My 12 year old Grandson caught a 4 lb Flounder.

Go with a captain who has a good track record for bringing home your targeted fish.