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Deep Creek Daily Notes Blog May 13
The weather today will be showers. Patchy fog. A chance of thunderstorms this afternoon–highs in the lower 60s. Southeast winds of around 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. The chance of rain is nearly 100%. Plan your 2025 vacation and save with Taylor-Made Deep...
Soaring Over The Free State: Watch Maryland by Air
Last February, I was thrilled to take part in the filming of Maryland by Air, a stunning new program from Maryland Public Television that captures the natural beauty, rich history, and diverse landscapes of our state—from the sky. Using helicopters, drones, and...
Tour the Lake. Learn the History. Win Prizes!
Deep Creek Lake Centennial Heritage Pass is Live Get ready to explore, discover, and celebrate! The Deep Creek Lake Centennial Heritage Pass is now live — your all-access digital guide to the fascinating history, heritage, and science of Deep Creek Lake. The DCL100...
Unlock Hidden Gems of Deep Creek Lake & Garrett County: Win Prizes with the Experience Pass!
Do you want to learn about Deep Creek Lake and Garrett County while winning cool prizes? You're in luck because 6 Experience Passes are available right now to help you do just that! These passes will guide you to a variety of spots in the county where you can check in...
Garrett College Foundation Achieves Giving Day Goal
The Garrett College Foundation Giving Day last Monday attracted $5,260 in gifts, easily breaking the $5,000 campaign goal. Giving Day, which took place entirely online, benefited the Foundation’s “Pay It Forward” textbook scholarship. The scholarship provides students...
Notice of Investigation: Garrett Structure Fire Under Investigation Kempton Road
Date: 05/06/2025 Time: 1858 Hours Location / Address: 2664 Kempton Road, Oakland, Maryland Type of Incident: Structure fire Description of Structure / Property: Two-story single-family cabin Owner / Occupants: Roots To Sky Sanctuary LLC Injuries or Deaths: N/A...
Volunteers Needed to Plant the New Demo Garden
On Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 9:00 AM, volunteers are needed to help plant wildflowers in the Demo Garden at Deep Creek State Park at the boat launch dock. Rain or shine. The garden is located to the right of the dock by the lake shoreline. This garden is part of the...
Garrett County, County Sponsor 2025 Power of Possibilities
Garrett College, in collaboration with the Garrett County Department of Economic Development, will host the 2025 Power of Possibilities (POP) competition on May 23rd in the Performing Arts Center at Garrett College. “The Power of Possibilities initiative continues its...
“Maryland in a Day” Tour Kicks Off at Deep Creek Lake
Deep Creek Lake served as the spectacular starting point for the “Maryland in a Day” adventure, a whirlwind journey celebrating National Travel & Tourism Week and showcasing the diversity of Maryland’s scenic byways. Organized by the Maryland Tourism Coalition and...
Maryland in a Day Promotion to Highlight National Travel & Tourism Week
Spring has sprung and it’s time to get outdoors and enjoy all that Maryland has to offer, including the many historic and scenic byways available across the state! Maryland Tourism Coalition is celebrating National Travel & Tourism Week by partnering with Chris...
Garrett County Landowners Urged to Proceed with Caution
With recent legislative developments and increasing activity from utility and energy companies, local landowners are advised to proceed carefully when approached to sign land easement agreements. Specifically related to utility transmission line easements, an...
Appointment of Lake Manager
The Maryland Park Service is pleased to announce that Director Angela Crenshaw has appointed Cristina Sanders to the position of Natural Resources Planner V, serving as the Lake Manager at Deep Creek Lake Natural Resources Management Area. Her appointment will be...
10 in 10 Planting Demonstration
On Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 9:00 AM, volunteers are needed to help plant wildflowers in the Demo Garden at Deep Creek State Park near the boat launch dock—rain or shine. The garden is located to the right of the dock along the lake shoreline. This project is part of...
Deep Creek Fitness Opening Day!
Deep Creek Fitness is moving back to the Shop 'n Save plaza, and our Grand Opening is happening on May 3rd from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM! They’re located between Bear Creek Coffee and Deep Creek Salon. Stop by for a $5 day pass and take advantage of our discounted...
Garrett County 2025 Tax Sale Registration Now Open
Garrett County has opened registration for the 2025 Tax Sale, which will take place online at https://garrett.marylandtaxsale.com. All bidders must register by 4:00 PM on Friday, May 16, 2025, in order to participate. Bidding opens Monday, May 19 and will close in...
Record of River and Climatological Observations for April 2025
Here is the Record of River and Climatological Observations for April 2025.
Second 2025 Rabies Case / Additional Incident / Rabies Vaccination Clinics
The Environmental Health Services Unit of the Garrett County Health Department has confirmed the county’s second laboratory-verified case of rabies for 2025. On April 26, 2025, an altercation involving a raccoon and a Garrett County resident occurred in the...
Civic Club of Oakland Makes a Donation to AAUW-Garrett Branch for its Scholarship Program
On Tuesday, April 29, 2025, AAUW-Garrett Branch Christine Campe-Price, Scholarship Committee Chair, accepted a check from the Civic Club of Oakland. It was presented by Co-President Jean Tumbarello at the Civic Club monthly luncheon. This year’s donation of $675 is an...
Garrett County Health Department Celebrates Milestone Achievements, Recognizing 30 Years of Dedicated Public Health Service
"It's easy to find passion in a job when it smiles back at you,” said an anonymous responder in a recent Garrett County Health Department employee satisfaction survey. These words echo loudly as the Garrett County Health Department (GCHD) acknowledges the milestone...
Informational Parent Meeting (Garrett County Coyotes Mountain Bike Team)
Love riding bikes? Looking for adventure, fun, and a great group of teammates? The Coyotes Mountain Bike Team is open to local riders in grades 6–12 who want to hit the trails, learn new skills, and race—or just ride—together. Whether you're new to mountain biking or...
National Police Bloodhound Association Training
Article courtesy of the Town of Oakland The National Police Bloodhound Association (NPBA) is holding its annual Spring Seminar in Garrett County through May 1. This law enforcement-only training event brings 60 participants and 20 instructors from across 16 states for...