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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
Where is there a nice park for kids 4 and under? Not a water park, a park with swings and slides. I am staying on 84th and Coastal Highway but am willing to drive to it. Thank you.
Submitted by Tracy M, Centereach, on July 13, 2010
Ocean City, MD
Insider since: 2009
There is one on 136th, 125th and 3rd.  The one on 136th is pretty secluded and great for small kids.
Answered: July 19, 2010
Where is the Hugh T. Cooper parking lot located, address? Also is it reasonably close to the boardwalk? Thanks
Submitted by Christina W, Centreville, on July 13, 2010
Ocean City, MD
It is located in the inlet and is VERY close to the boardwalk.
Answered: July 17, 2010
How much is it to rent umbrellas this year??
Submitted by Jill M, Normal, on July 13, 2010
Ocean City, MD

It is 15 per day.

Answered: July 17, 2010
While visiting OC I need to rent a sand wheelchair so my mother can get on and off the beach. Do you know where I can get one? We will be renting a house for the week of 7/24.
Submitted by Joanna C, New City, on July 13, 2010
Hunt Valley and Ocean City
Insider since: 2010
Joanna,
Tara gave great advice.  I highly recommend reserving one as well.
Answered: July 15, 2010
What is the temperature in OC in January, February & March?
Submitted by Renee C, New Port Richey, on July 12, 2010
Camp Hill, PA
Insider since: 2010
Renee,

The average winter temperature in Ocean City is listed at 41 degrees.  I'm not sure where you are from, but it is very similar weather/temperature to that of Harrisburg, PA and Baltimore, MD.... the thing that could impact how it feels outside though is the wind off the ocean... that can bring what it feels like down significantly.
Answered: July 13, 2010