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North Branch of Potomac becomes recreational center

Posted on January 17, 2011 by ilovedeepcreeklakerealestate

(Source: The Charleston Gazette)By Paul J. Nyden, The Charleston Gazette, W.Va. Jan. 17–Read the full report here MORGANTOWN — After decades of pollution, Maryland state agencies have turned the North Branch of the Potomac River into a major recreational area … Continue reading →

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Study: fee boost could keep Md. trout river clean

Posted on December 8, 2010 by ilovedeepcreeklakerealestate

OAKLAND, Md. (AP) – A study concludes that anglers and boaters are willing to pay more to keep the North Branch of the Potomac River running clean. The $40,000 study by Downstream Strategies of Morgantown, W.Va., was delivered Friday to … Continue reading →

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Fishermen are catching 8-foot sharks in the Potomac River

Posted on September 3, 2010 by ilovedeepcreeklakerealestate

In fairness, these sharks are nowhere near the Garrett County areas of the Potomac, but I thought it was an interesting story to share: By J. Freedom du LacWashington Post Staff WriterFriday, September 3, 2010; 12:07 AM Willy Dean was … Continue reading →

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Casselman, Potomac River fishing

Posted on March 31, 2010 by admin

Mr. Neuland mentions fly fishing for trout in Garrett County, specifically the Casselman & Potomac Rivers. Garrett County is famous for its trout fishing streams & rivers. From the Frederick News Post: Town Creek: The water was pristineOriginally published March … Continue reading →

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NRP Warns That Upper Potomac Should Be Avoided

Posted on March 26, 2010 by admin

NRP Warns That Upper Potomac Should Be Avoided Mar. 25, 2010 The Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) has announced that boating and other recreational use of the Upper Potomac River, including its creeks and streams, should continue to be avoided … Continue reading →

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