Be careful!

Although the temperatures have been rising a little bit, please still be very careful when you have to be on the road. This rollercoaster weather will bring temperatures in the high thirties today, with a light drizzle that could freeze and make the roadways really slick. For tonight the weatherman called for a drop in temperatures, with some snow. The cold weather supposedly continues through the next couple of days. Take care!

No Bull! Bull Riding in Grantsville, MD

This weekend you can do some serious bull riding! The Legion in Grantsville, Garrett County, offers some real fun entertainment this Friday and Saturday from 9pm to ?. Riding the mechanical bull is fun for everyone, guys and gals, young and old alike! When not riding the bull, you can listen to your favorite music – they have a DJ playing a wide variety of songs, he will also take your requests. Make sure to get there a little earlier . . .

Christmas Treasure Hunt

From December 3 until December 24, 2013 you can go Treasure Hunting in beautifully decorated Downtown Oakland! Pick up your 12 Days to Christmas map from the Cornish Manor, the Cornish Cafe or the City Hall. Then take a nice stroll through downtown Oakland, MD and match the businesses to the ornaments they are displaying. Enter your results into the map and return it to the Cornish Cafe. Among other great things you can win a Family Fun Treasure Chest . . .

Stay safe!

There is a winterstorm warning out for Garrett County, MD from today until Thursday morning. The weathermen predict a bad wintry mix, with freezing rain and sleet and snow during the nights. Temperatures will be in the 30s, with nighttime lows around 16F. Although the County and SHA crews always do an incredible job, if you do not have to travel, better stay off the road. Things should get better during Thanksgiving Day, with even lower temperatures but no precipitation. . . .

New Shop at the Wisp Resort

Next weekend, November 29 to December 1 the Grand Opening of Outdoor Elements will take place at the Wisp Resort in McHenry, MD. The Grand Opening is scheduled Friday from 11am to 7pm, Saturday from 8am to 7pm and on Sunday from 8am to 5pm. During the Grand Opening door busters and light refreshments will be offered, furthermore there will be a drawing for a 2013/2014 Wisp Resort Season Pass. Outdoor Elements is an outdoor retailer and will offer goods . . .

Make it a Railroad Weekend!

If you like trains you have plenty of choices, even if the weather is not so nice. Why not go to Oakland, MD and visit the Railroad Museum at the old B&O train station? In November and December an exhibition of train photographs takes place, the museum is open Friday and Saturday from 10 to 3 and on Sunday from 12 to 3. Enjoy the atmosphere in the beautiful B&O train station and learn about the history of the railroad. . . .

Time to get your winter gear ready

Summer raced by and so did Fall. Like it or not, we will be in for wintery conditions this weekend. Snow is in the forecast for Garrett County, MD, along with cold temperatures. Time to get your snowthrower and the shovels ready and find your winter coats, hats and mitts. In case something’s missing you can always stop by at one of the friendly merchants around Deep Creek Lake. The newest addition to the shopping world around Deep Creek Lake . . .

Wisp Opening Day

On November 29, 2013 the Wisp Resort in McHenry, MD will kick of the season with its Rail Jam. The event is open to skiers and borders, registration starts at 1pm, competition at 2pm. The same day the ice skating rink as well as the Snow Tubing Park should reopen. Check their website for the latest info and then come to Garrett County, MD for great winter fun!  

End of the season

October 31 not only is a synonym for Halloween, but it does also mark the end of the summer season. Golf Courses will be closing these days, boat docks are being taken out of the lake, restaurants move their outdoor dining furniture back inside, homeowners swap their lawn mowers with snowthrowers and we are all getting ready for Ol’ Man Winter. However, soon enough we hopefully can enjoy all the great winter outdoor activities Garrett County, MD has to offer. . . .