Ocean City Fishing Club Sees Largest Open House Turnout in History

A total of 1,034 men, women, and children toured the historic Ocean City Fishing Club’s clubhouse during the club’s two-hour Open House on July 23.

It was the largest turnout for an Open House in the club’s history, topping the previous total of 727 people who attended last August’s event.

They toured the clubhouse, strolled the 635-foot fishing pier, and witnessed surf-casting demonstrations, club officials said.

The visitors also brought 145 pounds of non-perishable food and $60 in cash contributions for the Ocean City Community Food Cupboard. In addition, the City’s mascot, Martin Z. Mollusk, entertained children.

“It was another memorable evening,” Ocean City Fishing Club President Augie Conte, Jr. said.

Conte Jr. pointed out that the largest Open House turnout previously took place last year, when 727 people attended the August Open House.

“Our club members always enjoy playing host to visitors from distant places as well as locals who have never set foot on the pier before,” Conte Jr. said.

Founded in 1913, the club launched these popular events in 2013 as part of its Centennial celebration. They are held on Thursday evenings in tandem with the City’s Family Nights on the Boardwalk.

The second and final Open House of the season is scheduled for Aug.6, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the clubhouse at 14th Street and the Boardwalk.

For more information, call 609-398-0534.

The attached image was provided by the historic Ocean City Fishing Club