Deep Creek Lake Daily Notes Blog January 16 Weekend

Friday, January 16, Saturday, January 17, and Sunday, January 18, 2026: The weather today will be partly sunny in the morning, then becoming cloudy, with highs in the lower 30s. Southwest winds of around 10 to 15 mph, becoming south in the afternoon. Gusts up to 30 mph. Wind chill values are as low as 5 below in the morning. Saturday will have snow showers, with highs in the mid 30s. Southwest winds of around 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 30 mph. The chance of snow is 80%. Sunday will be partly sunny, with highs around 20.

Inclement weather update: Garrett County Public Schools will start two hours later than usual today, Friday, January 16, 2026.

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources Forest Service is awarding Volunteer Fire Assistance grants to 55 volunteer fire departments across 17 counties, with funding provided by the USDA Forest Service.

Maryland’s Primitive Deer Hunt Days are February 2-4. Hunters may use primitive bows or muzzleloaders to hunt sika and white-tailed deer.

Take the plunge at the 6th annual Cool Schools Deep Creek Dunk on February 19, 2026, to support Garrett County Public Schools’ Unified Champion Schools program! Register now!

MARBIDCO’s MVAPMG helps farmers and producer-based businesses access USDA Value-Added Producer Grants by covering up to 15% of the required match for planning or working capital. Applications are due April 1, 2026, and funds are awarded only if the USDA grant is received.

Catch the Deep Creek Lake Lion’s Club annual Boat Auction on June 6, 2026, at 9:00 AM! See auction details, photos, and the full boat lineup.

All Earth Eco Tours has a few spots left this Martin Luther King Weekend. The trails are beautiful, and it’s a great time to get outside. Call Carol at 301-746-4083 to reserve your spot.

All-Levels Yoga meets Fridays from 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM and offers a grounding, calming practice with adaptive poses and gentle flows suitable for all experience levels. Classes are held at the Community Aquatics & Recreation Center at Garrett College. Cost is $5 for members and $7 for non-members.

A Thirst for Art is tonight from 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM and features a fun, stress-free painting experience for all skill levels, with all supplies included. A portion of each ticket benefits Run for the Son, with food available and a teddy bear donation drive supporting local DSS children.

Weekend Wake-Up is a refreshing Saturday morning class from 9:00 AM -10:00 AM featuring energizing movement, mindful breathwork, and gentle stretches to get you feeling strong and flexible. Held at the Community Aquatics & Recreation Center at Garrett College. $5 members / $7 non-members.

Go behind the scenes of your favorite winter experience with a Snowmaking Tour this Saturday at 4:00 PM. Learn how the magic happens as mountain leaders share the science and strategy behind snowmaking, then step out onto the mountain. Tours last about an hour, space is limited, and reservations are required—call (855) 559-7975 to reserve your spot.

Undercover launches the 2026 concert season at Honi-Honi Bar on Deep Creek Lake with the annual Winter Luau on Saturday from 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM, bringing a high-energy night of live music, dancing, and drinks to heat up the winter chill.

Snow won’t slow us down! Here’s everything happening this weekend, from live entertainment to exciting park activities. Bundle up and join the fun.

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