Hi @agraciouspearl . I've not camped at Assateague, but have spend a lot of time there. Depending upon the weather conditions, the mosquitos and the biting flies can be annoying at best, and can ruin your whole day if they're swarming. Particularly on the bay side of Assateague.
Another thing to keep in mind are the wild horses that roam the island. They have the right-of-way at all times, and while beautiful and wonderful to see, always remember that they are wild. None that I've encountered are overly aggressive, but they will protect themselves and their herd. And, much like bears, they will get into anything left unsecured. I've watched them open and rummage through people's beach bags, purses and coolers and often come out with bags of chips and other foodstuffs, not to mention scattering clothes, blankets, shoes, etc. So make sure to properly secure your food and other aromatic items...everything for that matter.
It can get pretty windy on the ocean side of the island, and windblown sand will sting more than you might think, so be prepared for that. And it's generally cooler at the beach by about 10 degrees. A light softshell jacket is recommended. Also, keep your eye on the tides. They come in farther and faster than you might think. I've had to rescue Jeeps that got stuck in the surf.
Please don't let these precautions dampen your enthusiasm. Assateague is a truly wonderful place and I love going there. I'm sure you'll love it too, as long as you're properly prepared.
Have fun!
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