August 9, 2018 — The White Marlin Open is a hallmark event in Ocean City.
Last year, the tournament brought in more than 350 boats and 3,000 contestants – the camarederie and excitement were palpable.
The excitement this year is similar to last, but something has changed. We’ve all heard about the plans to open the Atlantic to drilling.
For the first time, fishermen are facing the prospect of our fisheries being pummeled by explosive noise, and our waters tainted by oil. Could this be our last tournament before oil and gas exploration in the Atlantic changes fishing and the town of Ocean City forever?
The Atlantic Coast Sportfishing Association hopes not.