Maryland Fishing Report - June 15

Maryland's fishing prospects span from Ocean City to the western mountains as summer heat builds. On Saturday, June 13, the state observes its second free fishing day of the year, allowing anglers over 16 to fish without a license; July 4 will be the third and final no-license day. The Department of Natural Resources will monitor temperatures to issue daily guidance to reduce striped bass mortality during hot weather. NOAA reports Bay temperatures in the mid-70s, with upper-70s in smaller rivers, and bottom oxygen trending lower, while tidal currents are expected to be above average around the new moon.