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Governor Earmarks $150K For Local Trail Construction

Jan. 19, 2012 Gov. Martin O’Malley on Friday announced nearly $23 million in the proposed FY2013 capital budget for state park and other public land projects. Included in the budget is $150,000 for trail construction for state parks located in … Continue reading

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Rocky Gap improvements part of O’Malley budget

Funds also going to Garrett trail project From Staff Reports Cumberland Times-News CUMBERLAND — Im-provements at Rocky Gap State Park and on Garrett County trails are part of nearly $23 million that Gov. Martin O’Malley has proposed in the fiscal … Continue reading

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>Officials asked to invest in trail system

>Garrett group wants $500,000 for Continental Divide LoopKristin Harty Barkley Cumberland Times-News The Cumberland Times-News Wed Feb 23, 2011, 07:42 AM EST OAKLAND — A group that wants to create a connected trail system in Garrett County is asking the Garrett … Continue reading

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$30,000 ARC grant puts Garrett Trails step closer to goal of connecting recreational paths

Megan Miller Cumberland Times-News Oakland — OAKLAND — Advocates for construction of a Garrett County trail system have received major funding support in the form of a $30,000 grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission. The funds will go toward planning … Continue reading

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Funding Awarded To Expand Garrett Co. Trails System

Support the Republiucan Newspaper! It’s only $9.95/year for the online edition! Jul. 8, 2010 The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded a $30,000 grant to expand the trails system in Garrett County, U.S. Senators Barbara Mikulski and Ben Cardin announced … Continue reading

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Western Md. Group Aims For Deep Creek Trail Link

CUMBERLAND, Md. (AP) ― Some western Maryland tourism promoters says they’re seeking state support for a proposed biking and hiking trail that would link Deep Creek Lake to the Great Allegheny Passage. Savage River Lodge owner Mike Dreisbach (DRYS’-bahk) is … Continue reading

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2010 Taste of Garrett County at Wisp

Taste of Garrett County Date: May 17, 2010 Location: Wisp Resort Main Lodge Date & Time : May 17 – 6pm-9pm Description: The spotlight is on foods and beverages prepared, produced, or served by local businesses. Proceeds will benefit the … Continue reading

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Mountain Marylanders back governor’s plan for state trail network

Kevin SpradlinCumberland Times-News CUMBERLAND — The mountain side of Maryland and those living closer to metropolitan centers can at least agree on one thing — there is value when investing in local trail systems. With many legislative initiatives, there often … Continue reading

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Garrett Trails @ Garrett County & Deep Creek Lake

Garrett Trails is a nonprofit, volunteer organization dedicated to the development of a well-used network of outstanding quality trails that provide access to Garrett County’s historic, municipal, and environmental treasures which link to trails outside the county. Garrett Trails believes … Continue reading

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Herrington Manor State Park – Oakland, near Swallow Falls

Compiled from the Herrington Manor State Park Website & Wikipedia: Located within Garrett State Forest in Garrett County, Herrington Manor State Park’s development began in the 1930′s with the aid of the Civilian Conservation Corps. A 53-acre lake was formed … Continue reading

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