JTF Public Skate Session

Grantsville Town Park

The ice rink is located in Grantsville Town Park near the Ruth Enlow Library. All sessions are limited on the number of participants so JTF1 encourages you to buy your admissions in advance but drop-ins are also welcome. Public skates are limited to scheduled times. Please see the schedule below to plan your visit. Follow us on Facebook (JTF1 or jointtrainingfacility1) to get the most up-to-date schedule. RENTALS The Ice Rink has skates for all sizes, helmets, and skate aids for rent. Skates are $2, helmets are $1, and skate aids are $2. Skate aids are only available for children under 48 inches in height. You can bring your own bike helmet. Helmets are not required but encouraged, especially for beginners. Additionally, if you are renting skates, you are required to wear socks. Please wear full-length socks - footies, ankle socks, etc. are not appropriate to protect your skin in skates. SKATE SESSIONS AND PRIVATE RENTALS JTF will hold multiple Public Skate Sessions which are $5 per skater plus skate rental. Additionally, we have two special sessions. The Afterschool Skate is Monday through Friday 4-6 PM and rental skates will be included in the session price of $5. Please note; […]

Conservation’s Greatest Presidents Hike

New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United States

Celebrate Presidents' Day on this easy-to-moderate 1.5-mile hike with Ranger Noah, and learn about a few of the U.S. presidents who played significant roles in wildlife conservation.

Take A Hike Tuesday

New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United States

Join Ranger Noah on this challenging 4-mile hike and experience the revitalizing effects of outdoor exercise. The hike takes about two hours.

Tree Talk Tuesday

New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United States

Join Ranger Noah and student intern Maddy on this moderate-to-difficult 2-mile hike, and learn about some of the sixteen native trees that are labeled throughout the park. This will be one of a series of tree talks, with each focusing on different tree species.

Full Moon Hike

New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United States

Embrace the beauty of the forest under a full moon on this 1-mile hike with Ranger Noah. This "Snow Moon" will be the last full moon of winter. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp.

Rail Jam #3

Wisp Resort 296 Marsh Hill Rd, McHenry, MD, United States

Registration is open from 10:00 AM – 12:00 NN in the Main Lodge at Wisp Resort. The competition is open to skiers, snowboards, and spectators. So come and join the fun or cheer on your friends. Here’s the deal: Registration from 10am-noon in the Main Lodge $20 Entry Free, $5 deposit (refunded upon returning the bib) Riders meeting just before 1:00 PM The competition starts at 1:00 PM in Central Park “Open jam” style with Am and Pro separation of riders and skiers

Intro to Snowshoeing and Winter Hiking

New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United States

Interested in learning a new activity this year? Join Ranger Julia for an instructional presentation on how to snowshoe and safely enjoy winter hiking. The first hour will be indoors, followed by an optional guided hike to practice new skills. A limited number of snowshoes will be available to try if there is adequate snow. All ages are welcome. No registration required.

Maryland Special Olympics Winter Games

Wisp Resort 296 Marsh Hill Rd, McHenry, MD, United States

Join Wisp Resort from Sunday, February 25th, 2023 to Tuesday, February 27th, 2023 to cheer on the Special Olympic Maryland Athletes, from across the state, in showcasing their skills and athletic ability in various alpine and snowshoeing events. Competition includes: Alpine – Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced Slalom, Giant Slalom, Glide & Super G Snowshoeing – 25m, 50m, 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 1600m races as well as 4x100m, 4x200m, and 4x400m relay races

Maryland Special Olympics Winter Games

Wisp Resort 296 Marsh Hill Rd, McHenry, MD, United States

Join Wisp Resort from Sunday, February 25th, 2023 to Tuesday, February 27th, 2023 to cheer on the Special Olympic Maryland Athletes, from across the state, in showcasing their skills and athletic ability in various alpine and snowshoeing events. Competition includes: Alpine – Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced Slalom, Giant Slalom, Glide & Super G Snowshoeing – 25m, 50m, 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 1600m races as well as 4x100m, 4x200m, and 4x400m relay races

Maryland Special Olympics Winter Games

Wisp Resort 296 Marsh Hill Rd, McHenry, MD, United States

Join Wisp Resort from Sunday, February 25th, 2023 to Tuesday, February 27th, 2023 to cheer on the Special Olympic Maryland Athletes, from across the state, in showcasing their skills and athletic ability in various alpine and snowshoeing events. Competition includes: Alpine – Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced Slalom, Giant Slalom, Glide & Super G Snowshoeing – 25m, 50m, 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 1600m races as well as 4x100m, 4x200m, and 4x400m relay races

Military March

Wisp Resort 296 Marsh Hill Rd, McHenry, MD, United States

Military March – month of March or end of 23.24 season to honor active members of the military by providing offers for lodging, skiing, snowboarding, mountain coaster, and snow tubing. Lodging at the slope-side Lodge at Wisp for $129 per night. The lodging offer can be reserved by calling 800-462-9477. Lodging offers based on availability and advance reservation, not valid with other discounts or promotions. Must present valid military ID upon check-in. All Military March offers are based on availability. Save up to 25% on lift tickets, rentals, lessons, mountain coaster, and snow tubing. Lift tickets, rentals, and lessons can be purchased at Guest Services. Must show military ID at check-in Snow tubing and mountain coaster tickets can be purchased at the Mountain park. Must show military ID at check-in

Military March

Wisp Resort 296 Marsh Hill Rd, McHenry, MD, United States

Military March – month of March or end of 23.24 season to honor active members of the military by providing offers for lodging, skiing, snowboarding, mountain coaster, and snow tubing. Lodging at the slope-side Lodge at Wisp for $129 per night. The lodging offer can be reserved by calling 800-462-9477. Lodging offers based on availability and advance reservation, not valid with other discounts or promotions. Must present valid military ID upon check-in. All Military March offers are based on availability. Save up to 25% on lift tickets, rentals, lessons, mountain coaster, and snow tubing. Lift tickets, rentals, and lessons can be purchased at Guest Services. Must show military ID at check-in Snow tubing and mountain coaster tickets can be purchased at the Mountain park. Must show military ID at check-in

A Good-Ish Jam

Wisp Resort 296 Marsh Hill Rd, McHenry, MD, United States

Wisp Resort Terrain Parks and Newishschoolers presents A Good-ish Jam. Registration is from 10:00 AM - 12:00 NN. Entry is free Riders meeting at 12:45 PM Practice from 12:00 NN - 1:00 PM Pro and am men ski and snowboard Women's open or pro and am ski and snowboard *depending on turnout The winner of the pro categories gets skis or snowboards Additional Prizes for the rest of the podium and other categories announced at the riders' meeting Supported by LINE Skis, Jibskin Apparel, AnyTides, SMITH Optics, vlou snow, BlackStrap, Gilson Skis, Muffen Tops, Burton Snowboards, KHIÖNE, Arsenic, and Willi's Ski and Snowboard Shop

Military March

Wisp Resort 296 Marsh Hill Rd, McHenry, MD, United States

Military March – month of March or end of 23.24 season to honor active members of the military by providing offers for lodging, skiing, snowboarding, mountain coaster, and snow tubing. Lodging at the slope-side Lodge at Wisp for $129 per night. The lodging offer can be reserved by calling 800-462-9477. Lodging offers based on availability and advance reservation, not valid with other discounts or promotions. Must present valid military ID upon check-in. All Military March offers are based on availability. Save up to 25% on lift tickets, rentals, lessons, mountain coaster, and snow tubing. Lift tickets, rentals, and lessons can be purchased at Guest Services. Must show military ID at check-in Snow tubing and mountain coaster tickets can be purchased at the Mountain park. Must show military ID at check-in

Military March

Wisp Resort 296 Marsh Hill Rd, McHenry, MD, United States

Military March – month of March or end of 23.24 season to honor active members of the military by providing offers for lodging, skiing, snowboarding, mountain coaster, and snow tubing. Lodging at the slope-side Lodge at Wisp for $129 per night. The lodging offer can be reserved by calling 800-462-9477. Lodging offers based on availability and advance reservation, not valid with other discounts or promotions. Must present valid military ID upon check-in. All Military March offers are based on availability. Save up to 25% on lift tickets, rentals, lessons, mountain coaster, and snow tubing. Lift tickets, rentals, and lessons can be purchased at Guest Services. Must show military ID at check-in Snow tubing and mountain coaster tickets can be purchased at the Mountain park. Must show military ID at check-in

Woodpecker Walk

New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United States

Join Ranger Noah on this moderate-to-difficult 2.5-mile hike and learn about the 7 species of woodpeckers native to Maryland, including the best places to find them in the park. Photo credit: Jessica Nelson.

Military March

Wisp Resort 296 Marsh Hill Rd, McHenry, MD, United States

Military March – month of March or end of 23.24 season to honor active members of the military by providing offers for lodging, skiing, snowboarding, mountain coaster, and snow tubing. Lodging at the slope-side Lodge at Wisp for $129 per night. The lodging offer can be reserved by calling 800-462-9477. Lodging offers based on availability and advance reservation, not valid with other discounts or promotions. Must present valid military ID upon check-in. All Military March offers are based on availability. Save up to 25% on lift tickets, rentals, lessons, mountain coaster, and snow tubing. Lift tickets, rentals, and lessons can be purchased at Guest Services. Must show military ID at check-in Snow tubing and mountain coaster tickets can be purchased at the Mountain park. Must show military ID at check-in

Furbearer Hunting & Trapping: Raccoon and Opossum (Chasing – No Kill)

Furbearers include beaver, bobcat, coyote, fisher, gray fox, long-tailed weasel, mink, muskrat, opossum, raccoon, red fox, river otter, and skunk. August 1 - October 14, 2023 March 16 - July 31, 2024 For a comprehensive compilation of hunting details and regulations, we invite you to refer to this article.

Rail Jam #4

Wisp Resort 296 Marsh Hill Rd, McHenry, MD, United States

Registration is open from 10:00 AM – 12:00 NN in the Main Lodge at Wisp Resort. The competition is open to skiers, snowboards, and spectators. So come and join the fun or cheer on your friends. Here’s the deal: Registration from 10am-noon in the Main Lodge $20 Entry Free, $5 deposit (refunded upon returning the bib) Riders meeting just before 1:00 PM The competition starts at 1:00 PM in Central Park “Open jam” style with Am and Pro separation of riders and skiers

Spring Equinox Hike

New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United States

Celebrate the last day of winter by joining Ranger Noah on this easy 1-mile night hike. Listen to the sounds of the spring peepers, feel the warmer weather coming and watch for the stars in the sky. Halfway through the hike we will enjoy s’mores and hot chocolate around the campfire while Ranger Noah discusses the history and traditions of the spring equinox. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp.

Take-A-Hike Tuesday

New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United States

Join Ranger Noah on this challenging 4-mile hike and experience the revitalizing effects of outdoor exercise. The hike takes about two hours.

Tree Talk Tuesday

New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United States

Join Ranger Noah and student intern Maddy on this moderate-to-difficult 2-mile hike, and learn about some of the 16 native trees that are labeled throughout the park. This will be one of a series of tree talks, with each focusing on different tree species.

Youth-Only Trout Fishing Day

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is offering the state’s first-ever Youth-Only Trout Fishing Day for children under 16 years of age on March 23, one week before opening day for all trout anglers. “Trout fishing is a great way to introduce young people to the sport and our state’s natural beauty,” said John Mullican, Maryland DNR’s director of freshwater fisheries and hatcheries. “We hope children across the state will take advantage of this day reserved just for them to enjoy stocked waterways that are typically still closed.” On March 23, the state’s put-and-take trout areas under closure at that time will be open to youth from 6:30 AM. to 10 PM. These will be stocked in advance. Fishing areas under closure are online and in the Maryland Guide to Fishing and Crabbing. Youth anglers may catch and keep up to two trout each, except brook trout, which must be released if caught. Anglers should note that not all locations are open or accessible during fishing hours, so they should confirm their local access point’s operating hours before attending. The traditional trout opening day for anglers of all ages will occur on March 30, beginning at 6:30 AM. Maryland’s […]

Park PROs – Introduction to Fishing

New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United States

During this informal how-to class, Rangers Brian and Noah will provide one-on-one instruction on basic fishing techniques for beginner anglers ages six and up. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Fishing gear and bait will be supplied. Participants ages 16 and up will need a valid Maryland non-tidal fishing license.

Park PROs – Hickory Syrup Making and Tasting

New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United States

Come out and enjoy this fun and unique Park PROs opportunity to make hickory syrup from shagbark hickory trees. Ranger Noah will take you through all the steps you need to know to make your own hickory syrup at home. Free samples will be offered at the end of the program. An easy 1-mile hike will be offered afterwards for anyone who wants to see actual shagbark hickory trees.

Park PROs – Intro to Maple Syrup Making

New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United States

Interested in tapping your own maple trees for syrup? Join Ranger Noah for this Park PROs introduction class, where you will learn all the steps you need to make your very own maple syrup. This 1-hour program will include a short walk to get to the maple trees.

Full Moon Hike

New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United States

Embrace the beauty of the forest under a full moon on this 1-mile hike with Ranger Noah. This "Worm Moon" will be the first full moon of spring. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp.

Take-A-Hike Tuesday

New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United States

Join Ranger Noah on this challenging 4-mile hike and experience the revitalizing effects of outdoor exercise. The hike takes about two hours.

Tree Talk Tuesday

New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United States

Join Ranger Noah and student intern Maddy on this moderate-to-difficult 2-mile hike, and learn about some of the 16 native trees that are labeled throughout the park. This will be one of a series of tree talks, with each focusing on different tree species.