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Some Awesome Summer Photos of Deep Creek Lake

My personal assistant, Ally, recently spent a weekend here at the lake with her family. Being one of the last weekends before school starts, the lake was so busy!

However, mixed with the perfect weather- it was a great opportunity for a photo shoot.

Check out some of the shots she got last weekend!

There were a few quick storms but it made for some awesome clouds!

And the weekend ended with a beautiful sunset.

Thanks Deep Creek Lake for being so good to us this summer!

 

Michael Phelps Visits Deep Creek Lake!

This tweet from Olympian Michael Phelps’ mother Debbie (a native of Westernport) was making the rounds this week on Facebook among Garrett Countians, who were excited to show how much the record-breaking swimmer loves to play at Deep Creek Lake.

The photo is of Phelps and his sister Whitney having fun at the lake on July 4, 2013.

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Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations & Sales Expands Vacation Rental & Real Estate Divisions

Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations & Sales, a leading vacation rental and real estate firm located in McHenry, MD, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Long & Foster Vacation Rentals & Real Estate at Deep Creek Lake. This will increase the number of professionally managed vacation rentals they represent to over 350 along with an increased number of real estate listings.

Long & Foster Deep Creek Lake has a long history in the Deep Creek Lake area and has an excellent reputation in all aspects of their business in the area as well as their service to the local community. Those characteristics make them an excellent fit with the Taylor-Made family.

“It is an exciting time at Taylor-Made! We now have a larger selection of vacation homes to offer our guests, and this is also a great boost for our growing real estate division,” stated Jodi Taylor Refosco, Owner of Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations & Sales. “Our team looks forward to welcoming new home owners, employees, and guests to the Taylor-Made family.”

Taylor-Made is owned by Jodi Taylor Refosco, her husband, Joe Refosco, and her brother Chad Taylor. They are hands-on owners who are involved in the day-to-day aspects of running the company. Betsy Spiker Holcomb and Jay Ferguson are co-owners of the real estate agency.

Starting with just 1 property in 2008, Taylor-Made quickly earned notoriety for their rapid growth. By harnessing technology and combining it with exceptional customer service and years of vacation rental industry experience, they built a platform that proved successful in an area where real estate and family vacation rentals are a vital part of the economy. Adding the strengths of the knowledgeable Long & Foster team puts Taylor-Made in an excellent position for future growth.

“The acquisition gives us the inventory and resources to better serve all of our customers – homeowners and guests alike,” stated Joe Refosco, Owner.

About Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations & Sales

Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations & Sales has become a frontrunner in Deep Creek Lake vacation rentals, real estate, and property services. Taylor-Made rental homes and sales listings are conveniently located within a few hour’s drive from Pittsburgh, Baltimore, and Washington, DC.

 

Boating Regulations here at Deep Creek Lake

Deep Creek Lake offers many wonderful opportunities. With the ever-increasing number of boaters, everyone shares responsibility for working together to ensure our waters are clean and safe. Invest the time to educate yourself in the necessary safe practices by reviewing the following laws and safety tips.

REGULATIONS SPECIFIC TO DEEP CREEK LAKE:

-Vessels may not exceed 26 feet in length, except pontoon boats, which may not exceed 30 feet.

-Vessels must be muffled so as not to exceed the state noise level limit of 88 decibels.

-Engines may not exceed the manufacturers’ recommended capacity or a displacement of 550 cubic inches- whichever is less.

-Houseboats are not permitted.

-Parasailing is not permitted.

-No garbage, sewage or other waste may be discharged into the water.

-Aircraft are prohibited on both the lake and buffer strip unless prior approval has been obtained from the Department of Natural Resources.

-Hovercraft and personal watercraft (Jet Skis, Sea Doos, etc.) may not be operated on the lake between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. on the Saturday and Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend, and Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from July 1 through Labor Day.

 

 

Garrett panel refining plans for gas-drilling economic study

FRACKING- it’s been all over the news, especially here in Garrett County.

On Tuesday evening, The Shale Gas Advisory Group will be meeting in Oakland to discuss the impact that fracking will have on tourism, real-estate, outdoor recreation etc.

For more information, click here.

 

Bill’s Outdoor Center

Looking for a place around Deep Creek Lake for all your outdoor needs?

Check out Bill’s Outdoor Center!

Located on Garrett Highway, Bill’s Outdoor Center is close to the main stretch of the lake and easy to access!

They offer:

-Live Bait

-Maryland Hunting & Fishing Licenses

-Fishing Rods, Reels, Tackle & Accessories

-Water Sports Rentals

-Fishing Guide Service

-Rifles, Shotguns & Black Powder Guns

-Optics & Ammo

-Archery Equipment & Accessories

-Outdoor Clothing & Footwear

-Hunting Clothing, Boots & Accessories

For more information, click here.

 

 

NEW LISTING- 2345 Rock Lodge Road

Check out my listing on Rock Lodge Road!

Renovated 2015! Updated kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, furnace & more!

Gorgeous home with hardwood floors, beamed ceilings, and water views!

Enjoy the peaceful surroundings of Cherry Creek Cove from the large deck and hot tub or keep warm by the native stone fireplace.

Public access to Deep Creek Lake for swimming, fishing directly across the street.

For more information, click here.

 

Welcome to Deep Creek Lake: Splash Island at Will O’ the Wisp

Have you ever seen those really cool videos of inflatable water parks?

Kind of like this…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_eN8kkKmGY

GUESS WHAT?!

One of those exists right here on Deep Creek Lake. Located at Will O’ Wisp, Splash Island is newest, most unique thing here on the lake.

Take a look!

For more information, click here.

 

Honi Honi Bar Presents- Hot Dog & Kids ‘No Hands’ Ice Cream Eating Contest

Join the iconic Honi Honi Bar for their 9th Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest and Kids Ice Cream Contest on Wednesday, August 3rd at 5:00pm!

They will have all sorts of fun and games, including face painting and sand art! So don’t miss out on all the FUN! There will also be live entertainment by Times Flies Duo!

Children ages 10 and up may participate in the hot dog eating contest and kids ages 9 and under may participate in the ice cream contest; Registration for Contests will be at 5pm. The fun starts around 6pm!

For more information, click here.