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Can I bring a tent out to the beach, not overnight, but just for the day?
Submitted by Lilian G, Silver Spring, on July 14, 2010
Perryville MD
Insider since: 2008
Lilian,

I would say it would depend on the size of your tent.  Pop up varieties are fine b/c they are not so large to block views from lifeguards.

With that said, tents are fine on the beach, just place them away from lifeguard stands and behind their line of view.

Thank you,
Anna G.
Answered: September 30, 2010
What is the best way to try to see the ponies? On one of the boat tours, or can you see them yourself? Thanks
Submitted by Sylvia P, Creekside, on July 14, 2010
Hunt Valley and Ocean City
Insider since: 2010

Sylvia,
Just remember to pack bug spray, lots of drinks and sunscreen if you go.  You can also try eating at the Angler Restaurant for dinner and taking their free boat ride.  We have seen the ponies often from the boat.

Answered: July 15, 2010
Are you allowed to have a fire on the beach? Do you need to have permit to do so? Please advise
Submitted by Dennis L, Hatfield, on July 14, 2010
Ocean City, MD
You may not have fires on the beach.  However as another poster said, check out Bonfires on the Beach.
Answered: July 17, 2010
Where is the best place to go just to enjoy the day on the beach?
Submitted by Heather S, Abingdon, on July 14, 2010
Ocean City, MD

I have always liked going off boardwalk for a day at the beach.  Have a great time. 

Answered: July 17, 2010
What is the weather supposed to be in OC from Fri. 7/16 to 7/23? Are there any fishing tournaments that weekend of the 16th through 18th? What else is going on that week for fun?
Submitted by Kathy K, Middletown, on July 14, 2010
Hunt Valley and Ocean City
Insider since: 2010
Kathy,
I just checked the weather for that time.  Each day looks like a high in the mid to upper 80s with lows in the mid to upper 70s.  There is a chance of rain towards the end of your stay.
Answered: July 15, 2010
What parasailing places are on the bay side? I want to ride in the boat to watch my daughter go up, but I don't want to ride in such a small boat on the ocean!
Submitted by Tracy S, Sarver, on July 13, 2010
Johnstown Pa
Insider since: 2009
Hi Tracy,
There are several places to go parasailing in OC:

Inlet SeaDoos on the inlet next to the Oceanic Motel on Philadelphia St  410-289-1488
http://www.inletseadoos.com/Coupons.htmlParadise
Paradise Watersports in West OC  http://www.paradise-watersports.com/  for a coupon
OC Watersports at 1st St on the Bay http://www.ocwatersports.com/coupons.html
OC Parasail on 54th St.  http://www.ocparasailing.com/coupon.php
Answered: July 15, 2010
Is there a place to rent convertible - preferably a sports car - in OC?
Submitted by Brian M, Pasadena, on July 13, 2010
Johnstown Pa
Insider since: 2009
I would suggest you call well in advance to Enterprise Rental in West Ocean City and request a specific car. That way they can check what's available and hopefully get one in and have it ready for you when you get there.
Answered: July 15, 2010
We will be coming to OC the last week of July and wanted to know if there was a list of free things to do at the beach during the week. Where can I find that list? Thanks
Submitted by Ed L, Martinsburg, on July 13, 2010
Hunt Valley and Ocean City
Insider since: 2010
Ed,
You got the big list from the other Insiders.  You can also try freemanstage.org for great local entertainment.
Answered: July 15, 2010
Any free activities that are family friendly?
Submitted by Crystal S, Wellsburg, on July 13, 2010
Hunt Valley and Ocean City
Insider since: 2010
Crystal,
Ocean City has so many free activities you can do something free each night.  If you need one more thing to do, try the freemanstage.org website.
Answered: July 15, 2010
Where can you take your family fishing where they also offer rod rentals?
Submitted by JACKI S, HORSHAM, on July 13, 2010
Ocean City, MD
On the pier at the inlet you can rent fishing rods. 
Answered: July 17, 2010