Mountain Maryland Gateway to the West Heritage Area Announces FY2017 Mini-Grant Awards
The Mountain Maryland Gateway to the West is pleased to announce the recipients of the FY2017 Mini-grants awarded through the Heritage Area. Over $3,750 was awarded to local organizations to provide funding for innovative exhibits, tours, events, planning and projects which build upon interpretive themes identified in the Heritage Area’s Management Plan. These include: Transportation, Man and Nature, Historic Recreation, and Cultural Uniqueness. Projects seek to attract cultural and heritage tourists to the region. Recipients must match the grant dollar for dollar and complete the projects by May 31, 2017. Grant funding is still available until the $10,000 cap is met and applications and guidelines may be found at the Garrett Heritage website, www.garrettheritage.com.
FY2017 Mini-Grant Awards:
End of the Line Bookstore Signage – $165.50 awarded to the non-profit organization End of the Line Bookstore to create and install signage for the bookstore to create awareness to visitors and residents.
Garrett County Celtic Festival – $2,000 awarded to the Highland Festival of Garrett County, Inc. for assistance of event elements including advertising, children’s village and performers/demonstrators.
Meshach Browning Trail System Signage – $1,135 awarded to the Deep Creek Lake Lions Club to create and install trail signage depicting the story of famous local hunter, Meshach Browning.
Enabling Equipment for Digital Oral History – $476 awarded to the Garrett County Historical Society to film and record oral histories from Garrett County residents.
“We are excited to support these local projects by leveraging the heritage area funds we receive through our management grant from the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority,” said Jen Durben, Heritage Area & Groups Director. “Many local projects would not be possible without mini-grants and these projects help promote heritage tourism to Garrett County.”
About The Mountain Maryland Gateway to the West Heritage Area
The Mountain Maryland Gateway to the West Heritage Area is one of 13 certified Heritage Areas by the state of Maryland. Established in September of 2011 and managed by the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce, the Heritage Area’s mission is to engage public and private partners in the commitment to preserve historical, cultural and natural resources for sustainable economic development through heritage tourism. The Mini-Grant Program is made possible through a Management Grant that the Chamber receives from the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority (MHAA), a state heritage organization and program of the Maryland Historical Trust.
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Frostburg bars use of city land and water for fracking
FROSTBURG, Md. (AP) – The western Maryland city of Frostburg is banning the use of city land and water for fracking.
The Cumberland Times-News (http://bit.ly/2gT17kD ) reports that the City Council voted unanimously Thursday to adopt an ordinance prohibiting drilling and extraction of oil and natural gas on city-owned land. The ordinance also prohibits sales of city-owned water for those purposes
The drilling technique called hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, uses highly pressurized water and chemicals to fracture rock formations and release trapped gas.
The protected land includes about 1,800 acres of the Piney Reservoir watershed in neighboring Garrett County. The reservoir is the largest source of Frostburg drinking water.
Anti-fracking activists also are seeking a ban on fracking within the Frostburg city limits.
A statewide moratorium on fracking is set to expire in October.
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NEW TIMESHARE: 22181 GARRETT HIGHWAY #2
Prime TIMESHARE at Deep Creek Lake!!! Enjoy views of the ski slopes & lake during your annual week at DCL.
Centrally located lakefront condo in the heart of this four season resort. This condo is fully furnished & ready for your use. Dockslip included. Member of Interval International Exchange Company. You can use it, rent or exchange it. Week #8 is late February, prime ski season.
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NEW LISTING:15 Overlook Cabins Ct #3
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Wind & Water – established vacation rental with an attractive contemporary layout and exclusive rights to a dock slip + lake access on Marsh Hill Rd.
Features include granite, vaulted ceilings, a massive stone fireplace, 4 large bedrooms, 3 master suites. Part of Deep Creek Highlands, includes outdoor pool, pavilions, hiking trails and playground.
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Just sold! Camp Deep Creek conveys to Crossroads Church
I am very excited to announce that Crossroads Church has purchased a spectacular recreational retreat just a few miles from Deep Creek Lake & Wisp Ski Resort. “Camp Deep Creek” is an 18+ acre complex with plenty of wide-open spaces for sports, church & group activities. Absolutely gorgeous land and stunning improvements, all surrounded by mountain views & wooded seclusion. Its an incredibly peaceful spot!
The property will continue to be maintained & professionally managed by Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations & Sales. The church has a tremendous following locally and they have big plans for the usage of the facility – perhaps even a location for a new building to house the church. Larry Nesline and I, along with Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations & Sales, were honored to be a part of the listing & sale of this iconic Garrett County treasure!
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-Jay Ferguson, Co-owner, Broker
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Planning a multi-family getaway or a corporate retreat? Camp Deep Creek is a truly remarkable and unique vacation rental that is ideal for this type of gathering. Offering breathtaking mountain and pastoral views, this home is as inviting outdoors as it is in. Step inside the mammoth kitchen which boasts expansive faulted ceilings, extra cabinet and counter space, and beautiful gleaming hardwood floors. Continue on and fall in the love with the cozy interior of the Great Room with plush leather sofas, warm wood walls, and a massive stone fireplace which gives promise of nights gathering with your loved ones.
Your lower level Family Room is the ideal place for the kids to play! Challenge a friend to a game of Foosball, try out your ping pong skills or simply relax and watch your favorite movie on the large flat screen TV. Created in the nostalgic view of an actual camp, this home offers 3 Queen sized beds and multiple bunk beds. (Please note that each bedroom houses several beds. For complete details, please ask your Reservationist.)
Boredom is certainly not an option when you spend time walking around the large outdoor area whether the kids are playing tag on the expansive lawn (boasting over 18 acres), enjoying a bonfire in the outdoor fire pit, or relaxing on the large deck. Gather the group for a game of basketball or pickle ball. With 2 large pavilions, outdoor barbeques are a must! Tucked away for privacy, here you will find the tranquil setting that you seek but still be just a short drive to Wisp Resort and area shopping and dining. Camp Deep Creek is a wonderful home that will easily host your next large gathering. Call today for more details on reserving this special home.
Camp Deep Creek offers a membership to the Community Aquatic Recreation Complex (CARC). You can enjoy the indoor pool and fitness facilities during your stay. Get more info.
