Friday, June 21, Saturday, June 22, and Sunday, June 23, 2024: The weather today will be mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon–highs in the lower 90s. Except in the mid-80s at the higher elevations. West winds of around 5 mph. The chance of rain is 20%. Saturday will be mostly sunny, with highs in the upper 80s and a low of 70. West winds of around 5 to 10 mph. Sunday will be partly sunny, with a chance of showers and thunderstorms– highs in the mid-80s. The chance of rain is 50%.
On June 10th, the Deep Creek Watershed Foundation hosted a successful Spring/Summer Fundraiser at Firewater Kitchen & Bar. It was wonderful to see so many supporters enjoying themselves while contributing to the Foundation’s work.
Update on the 10 in 10 Project Demo Garden: On May 20, native plants like Scarlet Bee Balm, Purple Coneflower, Milkweed, and Little Bluestem Grasses were installed in the Deep Creek Lake State Park demo garden by Julia Vache, Robert Hoffmann, Carolyn Sheaffer, and volunteers. Plant tags and walking paths will be added as the plants mature.
Frederick to Deep Creek Lake ranked 44th in a recent poll of top family road trips for 2024. Salisbury to Assateague Island placed 68th, and Baltimore to Ocean City ranked 74th.
The National Weather Service forecasts a heat wave starting this week, and the Weather Channel predicts summer 2024 could see the highest temperatures in a decade. While many will cool off at pools or beaches, smartphones are at risk of damage from heat and water. UScellular offers tips to prevent overheating and water damage.
Come to HART for Animals at Thousand Acres Golf Club today for our Putt for Pets Golf Tournament! Get ready to tee off and compete in exciting contests.
The Deep Creek Farmers Market is open today, rain or shine! Enjoy local food vendors, crafts, and family-friendly activities. The Terah Crawford Band plays from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM—bring a chair or blanket. Non-alcoholic drinks only; no alcohol allowed. Leashed pets are welcome outdoors.
Garrett County and Deep Creek Lake offer some of North America’s best cycling. The Garrett County Gran Fondo, a premier event, features five supported ride options for all levels, from recreational cyclists to professionals. Starting early Saturday morning, enjoy the “Garrett’s Greatest 25” ride or the “Fabulous 44”, “Masochistic Metric 63”, “Savage Century 100” or the “Diabolical Double 125” to challenge yourself with steep climbs. On site registration available.
The POA General Membership Meeting is at Garrett Cinema on Saturday at 8:30 AM, with breakfast and snacks at 8:00 AM. The agenda includes comments from county and state officials and updates on lake and area concerns. Member input and questions are welcome.
On Saturday, the Mountain Laurel Garden Club will host Victorian Garden Tours along G Street for the first time. Focusing on a specific neighborhood and residential garden era, the tours will include historical horticulture information, plant varieties, and home garden tips. The Ticket Office Museum will be open, and food trucks will offer lunch items.
Head to Deep Creek Pottery for Make a Coil Pot, a fun coil pot class on Saturdays this summer! Perfect for all ages, you can create a unique coil pot and choose your glaze. Your piece will be ready in less than 2 weeks!
Prepare for an exciting Team Bingo Sunday at Mountain State Brewing, starting at 1:00 PM!
Prepare for an incredible summer weekend! Explore our entertainment schedule and uncover the activities waiting for you at nearby state parks.
