Maryland Watermen's Association

2024 Trade Show

HOTEL HEADQUARTERS: Holiday Inn Ocean Front 66th St.

COCKTAIL PARTY: Ocean City Convention Center Ballroom. Friday, January 12th 

Since 1973, the Maryland Watermen’s Association has tirelessly served the interests of watermen and the seafood industry throughout the state of Maryland. We have continuously worked to ensure the future of independent watermen and seafood businesses throughout the state. That hard work has given the MWA, its staff and leadership a strong position and high visibility with State and Federal regulators, as well as, environmental and business associations and organizations.

If You Wish to Renew Your License in Person, You Must Make an Appointment with DNR. Click here for more information

Maryland COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund Programs for Businesses

Maryland has authorized $130 million in loan and grant funding for small businesses and manufacturers that have been negatively impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19). This emergency assistance provides interim relief and proceeds that can be used to pay cash operating expenses including payroll, suppliers, rent, fixed debt payments and other mission critical cash operating costs.If you are a Maryland-based business impacted by the Coronavirus with under 50 full- and part-time employees, or a Maryland manufacturer, you may qualify for assistance.
Visit https://commerce.maryland.gov/fund/maryland-small-business-covid-19-emergency-relief-grant-fund