Natural Resources Career Camp

Are you a high school student interested in nature and the outdoors? Spend a week of your summer learning and getting hands-on experience about careers from forestry to wildlife! For more information, email them at info@marylandforestryfoundation.org or visit their website at www.marylandforestryfoundation.org.

Yoga Hike

Sang Run State Park 3735 Sang Run Road, McHenry, MD, United States

Relax and rejuvenate with the yoga instructor for a stimulating morning, incorporating beginner yoga and a nature walk on one of the trails. Yoga mats are not needed. Weather permitting.

Brant Mine Hike

Discovery Center l Deep Creek Lake State Park 898 State Park Rd, Swanton, MD, United States

Calling all history buffs and hiking enthusiasts! This hike will follow the tale of Delphia Brant and George Beckman, two small-time miners from the 1930's. Intermediate level hike. Participants are encouraged to bring water, sunscreen, etc. (1.5 miles)

67th Annual Garrett County Agriculture Fair

Garrett County Fairgrounds 270 Mosser Road, McHenry, MD, United States

Check out the schedule of events for the 67th Annual Garrett County Agriculture Fair! CHECK THE DETAILS HERE

Open House: 19398 Garrett Highway

19398 Garrett Highway, Oakland, MD Garrett Highway, Oakland, MD, United States

Come by Chris Nichols' open house for "Cabin Lodge," a charming vintage log cabin updated with modern finishes. This established rental with 5 bedrooms is central to Deep Creek Lake and Garrett County. Guests can enjoy milk and cookies and have a chance to win some great prizes!

Maryland Farmers Market Buy Local Week

Mountain Fresh Farmers Market South 1st street at Town Park Lane, Oakland, MD, United States

Buy Local Week at the Mt. Fresh Farmers Market in Oakland, Maryland, is a delightful celebration of all things local and fresh! Picture this: a bustling market filled with vibrant colors, the aroma of freshly baked goods, and the cheerful chatter of neighbors catching up. It’s the perfect time to explore an array of seasonal fruits and veggies, homemade jams, and unique crafts, all lovingly produced by local farmers and artisans. Not only do you get to enjoy the freshest produce around, but you also support the hardworking folks who make our community special. Plus, on Wednesday we will be doing a cooking demonstration to make your visit even more enjoyable. So grab your shopping bags, bring your friends and family, and join the fun at Buy Local Week – it’s a fantastic way to celebrate and support our local treasures! 🎉🍓🥕 🌽 Straight from Farm to Table: Every Wednesday and Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm, our market transforms into a haven for those who crave the pure taste of summer. Don’t miss out on the chance to indulge in the season’s best. From farm to your table, it’s a culinary adventure you won’t want to skip!

Event Series Artist’s Studio Tour 2024

Artist’s Studio Tour 2024

Deep Creek Pottery 1550 Deep Creek Drive (back side of The Fort), McHenry, MD, United States

Join Deep Creek Pottery as they host some amazing artists for the annual Garrett County Artist's Studio Tour! July 27th-28th 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM each day! Light refreshments and great company are included! Free to attend! Located at the lower level of The Fort in McHenry! Follow the yellow signs!

Free

Build-a-Birdhouse

Sang Run State Park 3735 Sang Run Road, McHenry, MD, United States

Stop by the Friend's Store and build a birdhouse to give the feathered friends a new place to live.

Summer Luau with Easy Street at Honi-Honi Bar

Honi-Honi Bar 19745 Garrett Hwy, Oakland, Maryland, United States

Bring your best lei! Honi-Honi Bar is having a luau with Easy Street! A six-piece band that plays all the oldies and goodies. The best dance music from a simpler time. Come join them for some fun!

Be a Beaver

Discovery Center l Deep Creek Lake State Park 898 State Park Rd, Swanton, MD, United States

Join a naturalist as you learn about nature's engineers: the beaver! Once you've learned the ways of the beaver, we'll make our own dams!

Park PROs – Living off the Land

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

Join Ranger Noah for this Park PROs activity and learn about some wild foods you can find in wild places! This program will include an easy-to-moderate 2.5-mile hike, followed by an opportunity to try some foraged foods.

Kitzmiller Annual Homecoming Parade

249 East Main Street, Kitzmiller, MD 21538 East Main Street, Kitzmiller, MD, United States

The annual Homecoming Parade will be held on Saturday, July 27th. Line-up starts at 5:00 PM. The parade starts at 6:00 PM. Line-up and judging will be at our fire station. 249 East Main Street, Kitzmiller, Maryland 21538. All Fire and EMS Departments are welcome! Food and entertainment will be available after the parade at the old school grounds.

Movie Night – A Bug’s Life

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

Enjoy this free showing of "A Bug's Life" (Rated PG). Popcorn and drinks will be available for purchase at the Snack Bar, as well as complimentary s'mores.

Warped Band at Honi-Honi Bar

Honi-Honi Bar 19745 Garrett Hwy, Oakland, Maryland, United States

The Warped Band represents the environment that was Warped Tour. As a tribute to the legendary tour and the legendary bands that performed on the annual summer festival, the band looks to honor all that was Warped Tour. Instead of the best summer ever going to Warped Tour... Come enjoy the best night ever with The Warped Band and reminisce on years when we were all younger.

Event Series Bird Walk

Bird Walk

Sang Run State Park 3735 Sang Run Road, McHenry, MD, United States

You'll learn how to bird by sight and sound as you listen for distinctive songs on a stroll through the park. Binoculars are provided. Meet at the Friend's Store.

67th Annual Garrett County Agriculture Fair

Garrett County Fairgrounds 270 Mosser Road, McHenry, MD, United States

Check out the schedule of events for the 67th Annual Garrett County Agriculture Fair! CHECK THE DETAILS HERE

Event Series Creek Craft

Creek Craft

Discovery Center l Deep Creek Lake State Park 898 State Park Rd, Swanton, MD, United States

Tag along with the naturalists in the Discovery Room for various crafts ranging from owl origami to nature-themed coloring sheets!

Event Series Artist’s Studio Tour 2024

Artist’s Studio Tour 2024

Deep Creek Pottery 1550 Deep Creek Drive (back side of The Fort), McHenry, MD, United States

Join Deep Creek Pottery as they host some amazing artists for the annual Garrett County Artist's Studio Tour! July 27th-28th 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM each day! Light refreshments and great company are included! Free to attend! Located at the lower level of The Fort in McHenry! Follow the yellow signs!

Free

Team Bingo Sunday

Mountain State Brewing Co. (Deep Creek Lake) 6690 Sang Run Rd, McHenry, MD, United States

Get ready for a thrilling Team Bingo Sunday at Mountain State Brewing, starting at 1:00 PM!

Event Series Aviary Tour

Aviary Tour

Discovery Center l Deep Creek Lake State Park 898 State Park Rd, Swanton, MD, United States

Meet the birds of prey for lunch at the Aviary. The naturalists will discuss the enthralling natural history of these powerful animals as well as some peeks at how they are trained!

The Remedy at Honi-Honi Bar

Honi-Honi Bar 19745 Garrett Hwy, Oakland, Maryland, United States

Want to enjoy a summer evening at the Honi? Well come on out! We have The Remedy playing live music, they are just what the doctor ordered! Shake your groove thang to this upbeat, energetic, and soulful rhythm and blues—with a little bit of good ol’ rock and roll—band!

Discover Polska

Polska Polish Pottery 19509 Garrett Hwy Unit 4, Oakland, MD, United States

Beginner Dance Lessons w/ Desiree Witt After-Hours event Includes lessons, appetizers, 5% discount on store merchandise purchased during the event $28 per person. Couples or Singles welcome. Call Polska Polish Pottery of Deep Creek at 240-442-5086 or stop by the store. A limited number of tickets are to be sold.

REGISTER – Walk for Recovery

Deep Creek Lake State Park

Reflection House has embarked on a fundraising and public awareness campaign to support the Reflection House: Garrett County’s First Residential Recovery House for Women. We also want to educate the community and eliminate the stigma associated with substance use disorder. This 2-mile trail route or 1-mile paved course is open to all as a way to unify and strengthen our community. We will walk to raise awareness about this important issue and share the positive message that behavioral health is essential to overall health, prevention works, treatment is effective and people can and do recover. REGISTER HERE FOR THE WALK There is a suggested $10 donation to participate although no amount is required. Every person registered to walk will receive a t-shirt. Date: September 14, 2024Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PMRegistration: Begins at 11:00 amLocation: Deep Creek Lake State Park, Swanton, MD Thank you for helping us create a place where hope is reborn and purpose is restored!

67th Annual Garrett County Agriculture Fair

Garrett County Fairgrounds 270 Mosser Road, McHenry, MD, United States

Check out the schedule of events for the 67th Annual Garrett County Agriculture Fair! CHECK THE DETAILS HERE

Garrett County Junior Golf Tour: Driving Clinic (Oakland Golf Club)

Oakland Golf Club 433 N. Bradley Lane, Oakland, MD, United States

Join the Garrett County Junior Golf Tour for the 2024 season! Kindly refer to the schedule for tour dates. Sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11h9jK2HyJMaEZ6Uat1_0-1PxfzAFqI-ZgVGpDTe0hZw/viewform?edit_requested=true Parent Code of Conduct: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1QaWHdk9VGItrMjMpUi00AVdc1AInyNs9jrzom9CxQyg/viewform?edit_requested=true Make payment here: https://square.link/u/MHpo42bP

Event Series Garden Tour

Garden Tour

Sang Run State Park 3735 Sang Run Road, McHenry, MD, United States

Come along on a guided tour through the demo gardening area and the 2,500-square-foot vegetable and herb garden!