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Hello, I just have one question. I will work on Fenwick Island and I have to get there from Baltimore airport. Can you please tell me the best way how to get there or at least to Ocean City. I dont have a driving licence so the car is not an option. Thanks a lot!!
Submitted by Lucka S, Fenwick Island, on April 21, 2012
Centreville, VA
Insider since: 2010
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For a more flexible, but more expensive option, take the Bay Runner shuttle to Ocean City. It is about $100 and runs frequently. More information on Bay Runner Shuttles can be found here http://www.bayrunners.com/

For a less expensive option but less flexible option, take the MARC train from BWI to New Carrollton, MD. You can then take a Greyhound Bus from New Carrollton MARC Station to Ocean City call 800.231.2222 or go to https://www.greyhound.com. There is one bus a day which leaves New Carrollton at 12:05PM and arrives in OC at 3:30PM. You don't need to change buses, and the 3.5 hour time is not bad for a bus trip to OC. Cost is between $30 and $60 dollars depending when you buy your ticket and other options you select.Once you are in Ocena City you can take the shuttle bus ($1) from the West OC Park and Ride Bus Station to OC and then take a city bus ($1) to the bus station at the north end of ocean City at 144th Street. This station is just 2 blocks south of Fenwick Island, DE.
Answered: April 23, 2012
Hi, I have a mobile airbrush tanning business, and I'm interested in performing my services on the boardwalk (applying tanning solution through a small airbrush gun). I sometimes see hair braiders, temporary tatto people, etc. doing these things on the boardwalk outside shops, and was wondering if I need a permit to do that. Would I contact a store owner and ask if I can operate in front of their store, or get a permit to do this on the boardwalk with no affiliation? I thought the boardwalk would be a great place to get clients! Thanks!
Submitted by Jane G, Odenton, on April 19, 2012
Johnstown Pa
Insider since: 2009
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I would suggest contacting Martha Bennett, Finance Administrator for the town. She would be able to help you if you need any type of license for your product.

Martha J Bennett
Finance Administrator
mbennett@oceancitymd.gov">Email

Town of Ocean City
Finance
301 Baltimore Avenue Ocean City, MD 21842
Phone: 410-289-8858
Fax: 410-289-4598

Answered: April 20, 2012
Is the pine shore golf still open at 11285 Beauchamp Road, Berlin MD 21811 ? tried numbers one is out other is fax line number
Submitted by Jim L, Columbia, on April 18, 2012
Johnstown Pa
Insider since: 2009
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No, unfortunately it isn't.  But there are plenty of other great golf courses nearby.


Eagle's Landing Golf Course Photo
12367 Eagles Nest Road, Berlin, MD



Glen Riddle Golf Club
11501 Maid at Arms Lane, Berlin, MD
(410) 213-2325 · =http://www.glenriddlegolf.com/&dq=golf+course+berlin+md&oe=UTF-8&ie=UTF8&fb=1&gl=us&hq=golf+course&hnear=Berlin,+Worcester,+Maryland&t=m&vpsrc=6&fll=38.393339,-75.031128&fspn=0.983754,1.755066&st=112682123204788070687&rq=1&ev=zo&split=1&z=9&jsv=405c&mpnum=1000&vps=2&output=js&ved=0CHQQ5AQ&sa=X&ei=bpaRT_zEIMKc8gae26TFBA&s=ANYYN7nphbQLvkBSHbWgIwxfqrDO7fpa6g" target=_blank>glenriddlegolf.com

Bay Club Golf Course
9122 Libertytown Road, Berlin, MD
(410) 641-4081 · =http://www.thebayclub.com/&dq=golf+course+berlin+md&oe=UTF-8&ie=UTF8&fb=1&gl=us&hq=golf+course&hnear=Berlin,+Worcester,+Maryland&t=m&vpsrc=6&fll=38.393339,-75.031128&fspn=0.983754,1.755066&st=112682123204788070687&rq=1&ev=zo&split=1&z=9&jsv=405c&mpnum=1000&vps=2&output=js&ved=0CH4Q5AQ&sa=X&ei=bpaRT_zEIMKc8gae26TFBA&s=ANYYN7k2fgcF_rivlc2P9IkQXXmDEldQOw" target=_blank>thebayclub.com

Ocean City Golf Club
11401 Country Club Drive, Berlin, MD
(410) 641-1779 · =http://www.oceancitygolfclub.com/&dq=golf+course+berlin+md&oe=UTF-8&ie=UTF8&fb=1&gl=us&hq=golf+course&hnear=Berlin,+Worcester,+Maryland&t=m&vpsrc=6&fll=38.393339,-75.031128&fspn=0.983754,1.755066&st=112682123204788070687&rq=1&ev=zo&split=1&z=9&jsv=405c&mpnum=1000&vps=2&output=js&ved=0CIgBEOQE&sa=X&ei=bpaRT_zEIMKc8gae26TFBA&s=ANYYN7l5Vz30szpkNwPzNAlfN8nPWW9DbQ" target=_blank>oceancitygolfclub.com


Answered: April 20, 2012
When does the boardwalk tram start running. Also are the buses running all year round.
Submitted by Patty W, Columbia, on April 19, 2012
Centreville, VA
Insider since: 2010
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The buses run year round for the whole length of ocean city. Their schedule is cut back in the off season.

The trams run for Springfest weekend, but then don't run again until Saturday of Memorial Day weekend. At that point they run until Labor Day.

You can get more specific information on tram and bus schedules here.
Answered: April 20, 2012
What are the current hours for the Ocean City, MD Boardwalk ?
Submitted by Deedee D, Westerly, on April 17, 2012
Centreville, VA
Insider since: 2010
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There are no hours for the boardwalk. It is always open! However, at this time of year most businesses open sometime between 8am and 11am and close between 5pm and 8pm. They may be open longer if the weather is nice and on weekends. Each business sets their own hours, and many do not have firmly fixed schedules in the off season.
Answered: April 20, 2012
I wonder if it's allowed to make a firepit on the beach. Also are there any beaches opened at night?
Submitted by Nick J, Fairfax, on April 17, 2012
Centreville, VA
Insider since: 2010
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You are not allowed to have bonfires or grill on Ocean City's beaches without a permit.

This document provides more information on the regulations and how to apply for a bonfire permit. Although the document focuses on bonfires, it applies to grilling and cooking on the beach too. There is a $75 fee for the permit plus a $100 deposit that is refunded only if the Fire Marshall's inspection indicates the area was cleaned up and all fire related material was removed from the site.

Note that between hauling the wood, removing the ashes, and digging and filling the fire pit it is a lot of work to build a fire on the beach.


By city ordinance the beaches are technically closed from 10pm to 6am to allow for cleaning an other maintenance, but in y experience you can walk on the beach anytime as long as you don't cause a problem. Overnight sleeping on the beach is prohibited.

Have fun in OC!

Answered: April 20, 2012
Are you able to see fire works on the 4th.of July from the board walk in o.c. ?
Submitted by Pat B, Freedom, on April 14, 2012
Johnstown Pa
Insider since: 2009
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You will have no problem seeing the fireworks from there on July 4th .  And there will be fireworks once a week starting this summer.
Answered: April 16, 2012
When does the beach open?
Submitted by Bibi H, Ny, on April 16, 2012
Centreville, VA
Insider since: 2010
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The beach is open all year long! It is free and accessible for its entire 10 mile stretch all year long. We were on it this weekend; one day in early April my kids even spent some time in the surf!

The lifeguards return to their stands along the entire beach on Saturday of Memorial Day weekend.

Lots of shops and restaurants have already reopened, many of them open 7 days a week, especially in nice weather.
Answered: April 16, 2012
Is ocean city, md crowded in April?
Submitted by on April 16, 2012
Centreville, VA
Insider since: 2010
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I would not call Ocean City crowded in April. I was there the first week in April and again last weekend. Both times there were plenty of places open, and lots of people strolling the boardwalk, but it was in no way crowded. When the weatehr is noce most places are open, many of them now 7 days a week. It will continue to get busier, but will not get crowded until some of the big events in May.
Answered: April 16, 2012
Are there any new age book store in ocean city md.?
Submitted by Randy G, York, on April 12, 2012
Hunt Valley and Ocean City
Insider since: 2010
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There is a new age store on RT 50 in the old Potomoke Stove Store called Cathy's Cool Things. They have lots of new age stuff.
Answered: April 17, 2012