This was the scene as I drove home on State Park Rd after my family got baptized in Deep Creek Lake last Friday! What an amazing evening!
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Wild & Wonderful Wednesday: Mountain Coaster
Posted: Jul 17, 2013 4:44 PM EST Updated: Jul 17, 2013 10:36 PM EST By Andrew Clay, Monongalia and Preston County Reporter
MCHENRY, MARYLAND –
Wisp Resort has the only Mountain Coaster in the entire mid-Atlantic, riders finish their 1,200 foot assent, then only one thing matters, gravity. It takes over, and off you go.
“Oh my gosh I almost had the heart attack, it was so much fun. Everyone should do it,” said Tammy Cole, a first time rider from Louisiana.
The Mountain coaster races you down 3,500 feet of track, making a 350 foot drop in elevation.
Through twists and turns, helixes and hills, the coaster maxes out at 29 miles-per-hour.
Deep Creek Lake Watershed Forum – Friends of Deep Creek Lake
Continuing to promote and celebrate National Lake Appreciation Month, Friends of Deep Creek lake is hosting a forum on DCL Watershed Planning, designed to provide share with lake stakeholders, our guests and residents of Garrett County current work of many protecting and restoration the watershed.
These are the real experts and our inspiration!
John Major, a student from Northern High School will share efforts of many working on Cove Run restoration project.
The Soil Conservation District is developing best management practices, which will be explained by Board member James Smokey Stanton.
Charles Hoffeditz Chair of the Forestry Board will explain about their efforts for planning and forest protections.
Barbara Beelar will cover the challenges of runoff in the watershed, sharing the field work FODC has done on County and State highway culverts.
Eric Robison, head of Citizen Shale will provide an update on Marcellus shale exploration and studies with comments on what more needs to be done.
FoDCL claims attendance at this forum may be the most important thing a lake stakeholder, tourist or county citizen can do this summer, given the huge importance of the lake in the local economy.
FoDClwatershedflyer13Railroad Museum To Open
Jul. 18, 2013
The grand opening of the 1884 Oakland B&O Railroad Station Museum is scheduled for this Saturday, July 20, beginning at 1 p.m. at the station, located at 117 East Liberty Street. During the past couple of years, the historic structure has undergone over $1 million in restoration in order for it to be designated as a B&O Railroad museum. A number of elected officials and/or their representatives will be involved in the program, and there will be free tours of the facility offered.
Property Owners' Association of Deep Creek Lake – Marcellus Shale Update
Safe Drilling Initiative Developments
The spring Deep Creek Lake Dispatch article focused on legislative actions and outcomes. This update is designed to report on recent developments related to the ongoing, Governor-tasked “Safe Drilling Initiative”. The task of identifying “safe drilling” regulations and mechanisms—along with exploring other factors such as broader community and economic impacts—is squarely in the hands of the “Safe Drilling Initiative”. This ongoing process provides a unique opportunity to provide input to state-level decision-making and to potentially influence regulatory outcomes. Your committee is committed to following and engaging in the process in whatever ways are appropriate and hopefully productive.
“Safe Drilling Initiative” Developments
The “Best Practices” Study Report—As you may know, MDE recently announced the release, for public comment, of the so-called “Best Practices” report. This particularly critical study report is the second of three which were tasked by the Governor’s 2011 Executive Order, each to be developed jointly by MDE and DNR in consultation with the Governor-appointed Independent Advisory Commission. Public comments are to be provided by 9 August, roughly 30 days after the 9 July public presentation discussed briefly below. The report is available here at MDE website, along with instructions on how to submit comments. A final report reflecting consideration of public comments is currently targeted for August 2013. The substantive content is based substantially on a “feeder” best practices study conducted by the Appalachian Laboratory in Frostburg, an element of the UMD Center for Environmental Sciences. This latter study is also available on the website.
Garrett County, Md., beyond Deep Creek Lake
By Ann Cameron Siegal, Published: July 18
As a traveling buddy and I made our first excursion into the county a year ago, I recalled a lesson architect Frank Lloyd Wright learned while traversing a snowy field as a child. Wright’s uncle admonished him to compare the footprints each had left: Wright, his uncle said, had wasted his time meandering left and right while he, the uncle, had proceeded directly to their destination. But Wright, in remembering that conversation, realized that his uncle had missed out on delightfully unexpected finds along their walk.
Deep Creek Lake Area named one of top 10 'best destinations for green travelers'
WOW! Mentioned in the same list as Fairbanks, Alaska and Honolulu, Hawaii????
Best Destinations for Green Travelers
by Annie Wang on July 16, 2013
66% of Americans plan to travel this summer, which can add up to a huge environmental impact. Travelers are looking for greener ways to explore the world. For example, more than 44% of travelers look for environmentally-friendly programs when choosing hotels, and hotels are listening. TravelNerd highlights the ten top destinations in the U.S. for green travel options. We specifically looked for cities that have initiatives to green the city as well as access to a plethora of nature and eco-friendly activities….
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Deep Creek Lake Area, Maryland
The Deep Creek Lake Area in Garrett County is only a couple hours drive from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, but it feels like a totally different world. Set in the Allegheny Mountains, Deep Creek Lake is the largest freshwater lake and the only alpine ski resort in Maryland. Garrett County is committed to introducing energy-efficient technology for a greener county. The county even gets its students involved with projects like the Cove Run Brook Trout Restoration Project where Northern Garrett High School students participate in the restoration of Brook Trout.
Deep Creek Lake has plenty of outdoors activities for all types of travelers, from families to adventurers. Check out the full list of activity providers at the Chamber of Commerce. Deep Creek State Park holds programs like campfires, talks and hikes at the Discovery Center. Excellent hiking trails and a campsite can be found on Meadow Mountain. Take a kayaking or hiking tour with All Earth Ecotours, where all tours are family-friendly.
Deep Creek Lake Baptismal – Friday July 19 @ DCL State Park
Take advantage of a wonderful opportunity to be baptized in the many rivers & waters of Deep Creek Lake! Admission to the state park will be paid on your behalf at the gate. Cookout & fellowship to follow. Whether or not you have been baptized before or have never had the chance – everyone is welcome to share in this event. Spread the word to friends, neighbors and family!
Service by Pastors Ivan & Cindy Ackerman.
Mark 1:9-11 “And it came to pass in those days, that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized of John in Jordan. And straightway coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens opened, and the Spirit like a dove descending upon him: And there came a voice from heaven, saying, Thou art my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.”
What to bring: A modest swimsuit, a dark colored t-shirt/shorts to wear in the water and a towel! Not required, but feel free to bring a light refreshment to share.
Bid on a Deep Creek Lake Vacation – Taylormade
Deep Creek Vacation – More Here
Supports: House of Ruth Maryland (Baltimore, MD)
Item Number: 254
Description:
This certificate is valid or a 3 day & 2 night stay at a 3 bedroom vacation rental through Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations during the period of either October 21-December 10, 2013 or March 24-May 7, 2014 (excluding all holidays). Please mail the original certificate to Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations after making your reservation.
This certificate is nontransferable and cannot be combined with any other offer. Confirmation of your accommodation will be made 2 weeks prior to your arrival date.
Donated by Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations
Special Instructions:
This item will only be available on-line. Bidding ends on July 19th, 2013.
https://www.biddingforgood.com/auction/item/B4GItem.action?id=199217627
July State of Deep Creek Lake Meeting
Last Updated on Jul 11, 2013 at 1:20pm | Board of Commissioners
The “State of Deep Creek Lake” will be presented on Wednesday, July 24, 2013 at Garrett College Auditorium beginning at 7:00 p.m.
The meeting will be hosted by Secretary Joseph Gill, of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. It will include updates on the current state of the lake and its natural resources, the latest information from the ongoing Deep Creek Lake Sediment Study and a description of the process for preparing a watershed management plan.
For more information, persons may call 301-387-4111.
