New Germany State Park, is offering a series of engaging and interactive events this summer to bring visitors closer to nature. From easy campfire cooking to salamander hikes and environmental conservation efforts, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, music lover, or a family looking for a fun outing, these events will surely leave you with lasting memories. Let’s take a closer look at the upcoming events:
July 15: Easy Campfire Cooking Time: 7 p.m. Location: Nature Center Amphitheater Join Ranger Noah for a delightful campfire program where you’ll learn easy tips, tricks, and recipes for cooking delicious meals over an open fire. Discover the joy of preparing food outdoors and experience the camaraderie of cooking in the great outdoors. In case of rainy weather, the event will be moved inside the Lake House, ensuring the fun continues.
July 16: Salamander Hike Time: 9 a.m. Location: Lake House (weather permitting) For nature lovers and curious hikers, Ranger Noah leads an easy-to-moderate 1.5-mile hike to find and identify common salamanders. Get a chance to learn about these fascinating amphibians and their importance in the local ecosystem. Be sure to dress appropriately for the weather and keep your eyes peeled for these elusive creatures.
July 21: Weed or Wildflower? Time: 9-10:30 a.m. Location: Native Plant Garden (weather permitting) Teaming up with the Friends of New Germany State Park and native plant enthusiasts, this event aims to remove unwanted plants from the park’s native plant garden. While helping in the conservation efforts, you’ll also learn how to distinguish common weeds from valuable wildflowers and understand the significance of preserving native plants for wildlife. Remember to bring your own work gloves, knee pads, tick spray, sunscreen, and water for this rewarding and educational experience.
July 21: Old Time Jam Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Location: Lake House Calling all music lovers! This event celebrates traditional “old-timey” music, welcoming musicians and listeners of all ages to share their talent and appreciation for timeless tunes. Indulge in the sweet melodies while enjoying snacks and exploring handcrafted gifts available for purchase.
July 22: Nature Bingo! Time: 7 p.m. Location: Nature Center Amphitheater (weather permitting) Families are in for an entertaining evening as they embark on a Nature Bingo adventure. Explore the park’s natural wonders while searching for native plants and animals. Complete a row of boxes on your bingo card to win a prize and create lasting memories with your loved ones.
New Germany State Park is committed to providing a diverse range of events that highlight the region’s natural treasures and promote environmental awareness. Whether you’re participating in an educational program, engaging in conservation efforts, or simply enjoying music by the lake, each event promises a unique and unforgettable experience.
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My name is Jay Ferguson, and I am a lifelong resident of the Deep Creek Lake area. I am also co-owner of the real estate side of Taylor Made. I have been in the real estate business for 21+ years now and I LOVE what I do! I have to say, my career really took off when I co-founded the real estate side of Taylor Made in 2014. Its been an amazing experience, building a real estate company from the ground up and achieving so much so quickly! In August 2016, we purchased Long & Foster Real Estate Deep Creek, where I had started my career in 2000. In 2018, we on-boarded virtually every agent from Coldwell Banker Deep Creek Realty as they closed up shop and the real estate family grew even more! We now have over 40 sales agents and have expanded to West Virginia and Pennsylvania, as well. Taylor Made is the #1 vacation rental company at Deep Creek with over 475 vacation rental homes, and over one hundred thousand yearly visitors. Its amazing what we have accomplished using the principles of honesty, teamwork and customer service!
Personally, my wife Jessica and I enjoy traveling and especially spending time in the outdoors, hiking and exploring the many diverse areas that Garrett County is naturally blessed with. We have raised two wonderful children here, Kayleah (22) and Noah (13). In the summer, we love spending time on the water with friends & family and enjoying the lake life! We are both active in our church, our community & local school activities, and we fill our schedule with plenty of volunteer efforts. I currently serve on the board of directors for Habitat for Humanity. I am proud to say that I was named Deep Creek Time’s Favorite ‘Community Champion’ in 2019. I was also named Garrett County Realtor of the Year in 2018-19, as well.
I really enjoy promoting my hometown. I am very proud of the resort area that has developed over my lifetime and look forward to growing the area even more! Deep Creek Lake has been described as ‘The Lake Tahoe of the east', and I think that speaks volumes about the potential to own property here! Deep Creek Lake isn't really a town or city by itself; it's comprised of three towns: Oakland, Swanton & McHenry, Maryland. I am very passionate about my hometown and am impressed with how many people know about it as we travel around the country. Deep Creek Lake is an amazing place to visit and even better place to live! During the pandemic in 2020, our market exploded and more and more people left their primary residence in the city to live here permanently. With distance learning in schools and tele-commuting becoming the ‘norm’, many more people were drawn to the area to ‘live where they love to play’.
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