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MLGC presents ‘Garrett County’s Black Bears’

Date: October 17, 20XX

Location: Dutch’s on Glendale Road, Deep Creek Lake

The Mountain Laurel Garden Club invites you to join us for an exciting and educational morning as we delve into the world of Garrett County’s black bears. On Tuesday, October 17, 20XX, at 10 a.m., we will gather at Dutch’s, located on Glendale Road, Deep Creek Lake, to explore these magnificent creatures in the company of guest speaker Jonathan Trudeau, Black Bear and Co-Deer project leader with the Maryland Wildlife and Heritage Service.

Garrett County’s Black Bears: A Fascinating Insight

Maryland is home to a robust population of black bears, a treasure shared with the Mid-Atlantic region. While these incredible animals are occasionally spotted throughout the state, they predominantly inhabit the four western counties: Allegany, Frederick, Garrett, and Washington. Our guest speaker, Jonathan Trudeau, will take us on a journey into the lives of Garrett County’s black bears.

What to Expect

During this informative presentation, Trudeau will share insights into various aspects of these fascinating creatures.

Living in Harmony with Black Bears

As human and bear populations continue to coexist in closer proximity, it becomes increasingly crucial to foster peaceful cohabitation. Jonathan Trudeau, drawing from his expertise, will provide valuable tips on how we can ensure that both humans and bears thrive harmoniously. You might be surprised to learn just how manageable this coexistence can be.

About the Speaker

Jonathan Trudeau took up his current position as Black Bear and Co-Deer project leader in 2022. He holds a master’s degree in biology, earned in 2017 from Ball State University. Currently, he is enrolled as a doctoral student at Michigan State University, where he is in the final year of study, specializing in the Boone and Crockett Quantitative Wildlife Center. He resides in Garrett County with his wife and two daughters.

Event Details and Reservations

To attend this captivating presentation and enjoy a delicious luncheon at Dutch’s, the cost is $20 per person. Reservations and payments must be made by 5 p.m. on Thursday, October 12, 20XX. You can easily reserve your spot via the club’s website at mountainlaurelgardenclub.com under the “Program & Events” tab.

Additionally, if you are interested in becoming a member of the Mountain Laurel Garden Club, you can find all the necessary information on the website.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn about the magnificent black bears of Garrett County and discover how we can peacefully coexist with these remarkable creatures. Join us on October 17th for a morning of education, conversation, and connection with nature.

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Jay Ferguson

Who I Am 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’. Why You Want Me Working for You: In addition to being an owner, I am consistently one of the top-producing agents in the entire area and the Associate Broker of record for Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations & Sales. I have 21+ years of experience and I am a problem solver. There aren’t many situations that I have not encountered and I have a strategy for almost every scenario that you may encounter. I have extensively trained in all areas of real estate & emerging technologies, and also have trained as an appraiser, as well as served as a full-time Broker. I have a strong knowledge of the industry, as well as many trusted local contacts & affiliations that allow me to perform at a very high level and deliver results. I have a great deal of respect for my peers in this industry and have strong working relationships that I would love to put to work for you. Call me to discuss your situation - I know I can be of great service to you & others you care about! Honesty. Integrity. Results.