Deep Creek Daily Notes Blog February 23 Weekend

Friday, February 23, Saturday, February 24, and Sunday, February 25, 2024: The weather today will be patchy fog this morning. Mostly cloudy, with a chance of rain this morning, then partly sunny with a slight chance of rain Showers this afternoon–highs in the mid-50s and a low of 26. Except in the upper 40s at the higher Elevations. Northwest winds of around 10 to 15 mph. The chance of rain is 50%. Saturday will be mostly cloudy, with a slight chance of snow showers in the morning, then mostly sunny in the afternoon–highs in the lower 30s and a low of 19. Northwest winds of around 10 to 15 mph. The chance of snow is 20%. Sunday will be sunny, with highs in the mid-40s and a low of 34. Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph.

Fox’s Pizza Den at Deep Creek Lake is looking for a jingle! If you’ve been around here for a while you may remember the sing-song jingle for the Oakland store… visit their Facebook page and submit your idea! The winner will get free pizza for a year!

Fish Frydays is available every Friday throughout Lent at Ace’s Run Restaurant & Pub.

St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Parish invites you to the 2024 Annual Fish Dinners every Friday during Lent, until March 22 from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Takeout starts at 4:00 PM.

I’m happy to report I successfully completed my first Deep Creek Dunk! This photo is actually the *before* photo!

Here’s a video of the fun! 

There are more Deep Creek Dunk events coming up this weekend! Today the public schools are holding the “Cool Schools Dunk” and more than 400 participants will dunk into the chilly waters of Deep Creek Lake tomorrow to raise funds for Special Olympics Maryland – Garrett County athletes and Unified® teammates.

Rail Jam #3 is happening this Saturday! Register from 10:00 AM to 12:00 NN at the Main Lodge, Wisp Resort. Open to skiers, snowboarders, and spectators. Come for the fun or cheer on your friends!

Don’t miss the third annual Herrington Manor Fat Bike Race this Saturday starting at Herrington Manor State Park! The course, suitable for all skill levels, features three laps totaling 10-12 miles, with trail adjustments based on weather conditions. There is no snow so we welcome ANY mountain / trail bike riders! On site registration is at the Herrington Manor Lake House.

Shout out to High Mountain Sports for their support of our Garrett County cycling events! They’re having an outdoor adventure sale with up to 60%-off while inventory lasts! Will you stop by, give them some local love, and mention you saw it here?!

Cheer on Special Olympic Maryland Athletes at Wisp Resort from this Sunday until February 27! Watch athletes from across the state showcase their skills in alpine and snowshoeing events.

Prepare for an exciting Team Bingo Sunday at Mountain State Brewing, beginning at 1:00 PM!

Experience a Sunday Funday at Deep Creek Pottery as you craft a stunning vase from a slab of clay! Select your preferred glaze colors, and we’ll handle the rest!

Enjoy an adventure-packed outdoor weekend! Check out our entertainment schedule and local park activities for more details.

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