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The Best Things to Do in Deep Creek Lake, Maryland
Deep Creek Lake State Park is an idyllic spot to launch a boat. Wisp Resort operates a rental kiosk on the park’s public beach for kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and beach chairs.
Want to take paddling to the next level? Wisp has a 1,700-foot recirculating whitewater course on the top of the mountain, for gentler rapids than some on the nearby Youghiogheny River. Guides help rafts and kayaks maneuver the rock-lined loop. You can ride the ski chairlift to get to the course, taking in mountain and lake views.
Drop the paddle and start a motor at Lake Life Rentals in McHenry. The outfitter issues temporary boating licenses so you can steer pontoons with cushioned seats and a canopy for sun coverage. (Seafaring dogs are allowed.) For an additional fee, rent tubes to strap on the back of the boat.
The placid water makes the lake an ideal spot to learn how to waterski and wakeboard. Book a session with Rouse Water Sports, departing from the Deep Creek Marina Club. Greg Rouse, a waterski instructor with more than 30 years’ experience, uses a training boom—a bar that extends from the boat onto the water—for a beginner-friendly lesson. Start with waterskis, or if you’re more advanced, try barefoot skiing.
Beyond the lake, there are hikes that take you by local waterways. To learn more about the area’s ecology, reserve a spot on a river walk led by All Earth Eco Tours. Stroll along the Youghiogheny River while a guide points out plants and animals. After a mile walk upstream, the tour stops at a swimming hole for downtime in the water.
Stop at Firefly Farms Market to stock up on Maryland-made cheese, cured meats, and crackers. At the cafe, the farm’s cow’s- and goat’s-milk cheeses are folded into cheffy sandwiches. West Virginia’s Mountain State Brewing Company has an outpost in McHenry for pub fare, flatbread pizzas, and cold beers. The back patio often hosts live music in summer. For a sweet treat by the water, grab a cone from Lakeside Creamery or, to customize your confection, pick a glaze and toppings at Deep Creek Donuts.
for more The Best Things to Do in Deep Creek Lake, Maryland (washingtonian.com)
Oakland named one of the friendliest towns in Maryland
Oakland was featured on World Atlas’s list of the friendliest towns in Maryland! With just over 18,000 residents, Oakland was established as a town in 1862 and shows the natural beauty of the state in all four seasons. Outdoor lovers will surely love the surrounding areas which include the Wisp Ski Resort and the Swallow Falls State Park. In addition, the Oakland Historic District is a charming place to discover, where more than 200 buildings on the National Register of Historic Places can be found. These include the Garrett County Courthouse (1907), and of course with a number of cute local restaurants and shops, Oakland’s friendly hospitality is always on display in this most alluring town.
see article at 11 Of The Friendliest Towns In Maryland – WorldAtlas
Throwback Thursday- Will O' The Wisp
Will O’ The Wisp on Rt. 219, on Deep Creek Lake, Oakland, opened in late 1961 or early 1962. Mr. and Mrs. Helmuth Heise were the hosts.
The Four Seasons Dining Room had a grand opening on Saturday, May 26th 1962 at 3pm, at which time a beautiful 5′ by 9′ oil painting “Four Seasons” by artist Mr. Aza Stanton was unveiled. Charles Apostolou was the Chef.
Helmut died at age 82 in August, 2009. His nickname was “Ace.” He started ski area operations in 1955 in the Deep Creek Lake Area. Wisp Ski Resort was located on 3,080 foot Marsh Mountain. It had 23 slopes and trails totaling 14 miles. He sold his financial interest in Wisp Resort in 2001 yet remained as part of the management team. for more information visit (1) Western Maryland Historic | Facebook
Town of Oakland hosts Kick off to summer party
On Saturday, June 10th from 11am-4pm the town of Oakland will be putting on a kickoff to summer event in the Arts & Entertainment District in downtown Oakland! The event will include live music, food vendors, family friendly competitions, a services auction, and a beer walk. Cost for the beer walk is 20 dollars per person and registration starts at 10am. Participants can sample 7 different craft brews from local breweries including Screech Owl Brewing, 1812 Brewing Company, High Ground Brewing, Black Flag Brewery, Olde Mother Brewing Co. and more!
The event will also feature a cornhole tournament that is open to players 12 and up and will be held on Second Street. Cornhole is a lawn game in which players take turns throwing beanbags at a raised platform with a hole in the far end. A bag in the hole scores 3 points, while one on the board scores 1 point. The entry cost is $10 per person and the tournament will be double elimination and bring your own partner. There will be a cash payout for winners.
The Farmer’s Market will be at the Mountain Fresh Pavilion until 1pm that day and local businesses will be having in store specials and sidewalk sales all day. D’s Eats Food Truck, Rotary Fries, 206 Alder, and Grantsville Lions Club Kettle Corn will be on hand with concessions.
for more information or to buy tickets visit Kick Off to Summer – Oakland, Maryland (oaklandmd.com)
Brenda's Pizzeria employees learn from a pizza school
DEEP CREEK LAKE — Three employees of Brenda’s Pizzeria at Deep Creek Lake recently spent some time learning more about pizza from Master Chef Gregorio Fierro.
“We are always trying to stay current and on top of trends and pizza,” explained owner Brenda McDonnell. “We have always made our dough, and we wanted to get into featuring different pizzas and toppings and different types of pizzas.”
A supplier from Pittsburgh invited Fierro to teach a class in Pittsburgh, and Todd McEnroe of Nappie’s Food Service invited several employees to attend.
“I am so happy with the three guys who took the class,” McDonnell said. “They were there for five days and learning in the classroom and then actually making the doughs with Chef Gregorio.”
She noted that what they learned will be applied this summer with different pizza types made in the restaurant’s new ovens.
Taking the class were Brenda’s manager Sydney Bauman, Julian Coluzzi and Brian Pessini.
McEnroe explained that he has been with Nappie’s Foods for over 20 years. Nappie’s currently serves family-style restaurants, pizzerias, country clubs and white tablecloth restaurants.
“My specialty has always been the Italian segment of our business specializing in pizza,” he said. “I have been selling to Brenda for five-plus years now. I had the opportunity to host and participate in a pizza school by the premiere Pizzaiolo certification school in the world, which took a lot of planning and having/getting it to be certified by Scuola Italiana Pizzaioli out of Northern Italy.”
McEnroe noted that up to this point, the school had never allowed the class to be taught outside its headquarters in Italy or its certification school in Chicago.
for more information Brenda’s Pizzeria employees attend special pizza school | Garrett News | wvnews.com
Bobcat Academy gives students immersive college experience
Frostburg State University will be hosting students from both Allegany and Garrett Counties in a Dual Enrollment Pilot program next fall. The Bobcat Academy will give students an immersive college experience and an opportunity to earn college credits while completing their senior year of high school. Dr. Kim Green-Kalbaugh, Chief Academic Officer for Allegany County, spoke about the academy at this month’s school board meeting. Garrett County schools will have open house events on May 19th and 30th for students and parents interested in the Bobcat Academy.
for more information Bobcat Academy gives students immersive college experience | WCBC (wcbcradio.com)
WVU Band to march at 56th Autumn Glory Parade
The West Virginia Marching Band will be preforming at the 56th annual Autumn Glory Parade October 11-15 in downtown Oakland.
