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Maryland’s largest freshwater lake turns 94

From WVNEWS

DEEP CREEK LAKE —Deep Creek Lake marks its 94th anniversary this year. With that in mind, the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce has provided the following information:

Deep Creek Lake is Maryland’s largest freshwater lake, covering 3,900 acres and 65 miles of shoreline. The man-made lake got its start in 1925 as the result of an effort undertaken by the Youghiogheny Hydro Electric Corporation to harness the power of Deep Creek, a tributary of the Youghiogheny River.

Large swaths of land were purchased, a 1,300-foot-long impoundment dam was constructed to stem the flow of water in Deep Creek, and thousands of trees were removed from the area so it could be flooded. In addition, 15 miles of primary and secondary roads were relocated.

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Deep Creek Lake Lions hosting annual boat parade

From WVNEWS

DEEP CREEK LAKE —The Deep Creek Lake Lions Club will hold its seventh annual Boat Parade on Saturday, July 7, starting from McHenry Cove and ending at Dutch’s at Silver Tree.

Registration will start around 6 p.m. with the grand marshal’s boat anchored in McHenry Cove. The minimum entry fee is $50 for individuals and nonprofits; $100 for businesses.

The parade of decorated boats will get underway around dusk (about 7 p.m.) and proceed single file past four judging stations along the route.

Onshore spectators can “vote” for their favorite boats by placing cash in the matching cup for each boat’s number at the Creamery, Dutch’s and Uno’s. In addition, the Lions Club boat will follow the parade and collect donations dockside.

At the end location of the parade, all of the votes will be counted. The boat that raises the most money will receive a grand prize, a custom-designed winner’s pennant and trophy.

Runners-up in various categories will receive donated prizes (gift cards, baskets, etc.)

Around 9 p.m., lighted boats will proceed back to McHenry Cove.

Funds raised benefit the DCL Lions Club’s Blind Skier and Camper programs. Other nonprofit organizations that enter a boat can keep all the money they raise.

More information can be obtained by calling Chris Nichols at 301-616-7881 or visiting deepcreeklions.org/Boat-Parade.html.

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‘Fire on the Mountain’ to be launched July 4

From WVNews

DEEP CREEK LAKE — Fireworks will once again light up the sky over McHenry Cove of Deep Creek Lake on July Fourth during the annual “Fire on the Mountain,” presented by the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce.

Fireworks will be launched about 9:30 p.m. from the top of the Bear Claw Tubing Park at Wisp Resort and out over the waters of Deep Creek Lake.

Prime viewing locations include the Scenic Overlook on Route 219, the lawn at Garrett College, Wisp Resort, various McHenry businesses, and from a boat on the lake, particularly around McHenry Cove.

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Believe In Tomorrow opens House at Deep Creek

From The Garrett County Republican

McHENRY — The Believe In Tomorrow Children’s Foundation now has a second home in Garrett County to help bring smiles to the faces of critically ill children and their families.

A grand opening was held last week to celebrate the recent completion of the House at Deep Creek. The three-story, log-and-stone facility is located next door to BIT’s first Garrett County home, the House at Wisp Mountain. Both homes are perched on Marsh Mountain and offer scenic views of Deep Creek Lake, fresh air, recreation and peace.

Local dignitaries, supporters and volunteers attended the celebration, as did Brian Morrison, BIT’s founder/president/CEO.

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52nd-annual Autumn Glory Festival king & queen announced

From The Garrett County Republican

OAKLAND — The 2019 royalty court has been selected for the 52nd annual Autumn Glory Festival.

This year’s king is Sam Kennedy, and the queen is Cheyenne Reckart.

Kennedy is a member of the Southern Garrett High varsity baseball team and participates in cross-country. He is involved with Model U.N. and 4-H, has competed as a mathlete, and volunteers with the Blind Skier program. Kennedy is a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, and his hobbies include hunting and boating.

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