Ocean City Fishing Club Draws 632 at 2nd Open House

With Martin Z. Mollusk as an invited guest, the Ocean City Fishing Club’s second Centennial Open House on Thursday evening, July 25, attracted 632 people to the clubhouse and pier at 14th Street and the Boardwalk.

At the club’s request, visitors brought 140 pounds of non-perishable food and $75 in cash donations for the Ocean City Community Food Cupboard, which is maintained by the Ocean City Ecumenical Council, Inc.

“The adults enjoyed seeing our clubhouse, taking a walk to the end of the pier, and watching a demonstration of casting,” said club president Paul Keuerleber. “But Martin was the big attraction for many of the youngsters.” Keuerleber thanked the City of Ocean City and the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce for making the popular mascot available during the two-hour Open House.

The event was part of a year-long celebration by the oldest, continuously operating fishing club in America. The next Open House is scheduled for Thursday, August 22, from 6 to 8 pm.

Among the other Centennial activities are the 38th annual Boys & Girls Surf Fishing Tournament on August 10 and a three-day Invitational Surf Fishing Tournament October 17-19.

For more information about the club, go to the website, www.oceancityfishingclub.com.

 — George Ingram