tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-367253102024-03-13T07:07:58.446-05:00DCLakeBlog.comKeeping you Updated About the Weather and Real Estate in and around Deep Creek Lake and Garrett County, Maryland.Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.comBlogger78125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-43633146455293769012010-11-10T23:13:00.003-05:002010-11-10T23:17:10.530-05:00We've moved!The DC Lake Blog is now part of <a href="http://www.garrettcountyweather.com">www.garrettcountyweather.com</a><div><br /></div>Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-10902894952215089522007-04-29T20:28:00.000-05:002008-12-08T16:40:49.556-05:00Imagine This View from your Kitchen Table!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi4ENw7pw6KWx3YVdHW7u7mX0aCXS7GSHumb68F3oReIvRrxrA7T3PcPsPMIgcoAVn_ZbicaleshebLfjU6ZxBxH51zeV5FbctFfYaCtsj7DTynMqlEAFdlOzUvlc2kl7mRBve/s1600-h/028_25A.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5059027252526553922" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi4ENw7pw6KWx3YVdHW7u7mX0aCXS7GSHumb68F3oReIvRrxrA7T3PcPsPMIgcoAVn_ZbicaleshebLfjU6ZxBxH51zeV5FbctFfYaCtsj7DTynMqlEAFdlOzUvlc2kl7mRBve/s400/028_25A.JPG" border="0" /></a> Above, another picture of the Cedar Creek Townhome that emphasizes the dramatic view of Wisp's two most recognizable ski slopes.<br /><div></div>Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-81171425964059140862007-04-24T18:13:00.000-05:002007-04-24T18:14:32.487-05:00Cedar Creek UpdateUpdate: Seller (me) is offering a $5,000 credit to the buyer toward closing costs for a contract closed by June 15th 2007.Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-91101641050623398622007-03-24T20:37:00.000-05:002008-12-08T16:40:50.605-05:00Featured Property: Cedar Creek Townhome1 yr old, 3 bed room (possibly 4 if media room is converted), 3.5 bath 3-level townhome, with dramatic views of Wisp's ski slopes located in the Cedar Creek community. The property comes professionally furnished and includes a new hot tub. Relax in the hot tub and watch the action on Wisp's "The Face" and "Squirrel Cage" while the sound of Cedar Creek bubbles in the background. Wisp's ticket window and golf course sit only a few hundred yards away, while several local eateries are within a short walk.<br /><br />This property features beautiful interior wood working, hardwood floors, Berber carpeting, and full masonry gas log fireplace. Highlights include a spacious deck, master bedroom suite with accompanying master bath and balcony overlooking Cedar Creek and Wisp's ski slopes.<br /><br />The townhome comes complete with a ski/snowboard or golf storage shed and a media room featuring a 42 inch plasma television and surround sound system. This property has never been rented and is being offered for $349,900. Contact me if interested at <a href="mailto:gesabo@gmail.com">gesabo@gmail.com</a> or 724-322-4566. <img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5045672448580378050" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQUzHR8qZgBiPLn-ugVyo3NWdFwEPA0tZpT2ByZOAbWmWpnZsZ10xrov9Es3gPEcFjGEVCV25San44wPkwuTRXLOBAIzWFYuslnDErSj67xQwjZ-HWsesaytTDCBuXLQMSGR40/s400/Winter+05-06+077.jpg" border="0" /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047054628599048130" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZayL1sIxxzqTbEDr2iU1_EVpZ1PdZhwzZ9VDwE85Q4U5mFkIzza7QHSQuucu_mzp10rI-1UbCsuWUiVcO0APEqti7Ly9c9cEqXtTJHxvD1stFZ_GpIiC9dthOWbR5UgGsM5w7/s400/Cedar+Creek+018.jpg" border="0" /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047055685161002962" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBbJJyHif0jT1v6rqEilj18NGDpwzG3O2IRDzFbR5BAAyIBYdylLIoP8GJh6fYZbWf037ZU5PePTQBfqZSsjHdnzLXwRdGWHoJeTgL4Xu9qCjoXoVei_M-waH080cNlwmo255x/s400/Cedar+Creek+028.jpg" border="0" /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047054302181533602" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE3iZDKdqi_ZPPpWJ8qg_ZoFljl_LI7umm0y31KgO08YNTQC4HluVgszEighactKCp_hI4Jj4pTNfR62u3d_ozskRX19KseU7qDz_2Pfni7caEy-aNNfOuDsuLTMAtU-8TJ3pj/s400/Cedar+Creek+006.jpg" border="0" /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047054555584604082" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBNtfAdSdBjv1FHgHie5u5U-ckazv1YAuvhb6KQwP_AE7LG9sImC51moULi6y9TqlQL_GN1qiS6G_CglTr7z45RQrQjYtd0wP5uyUorctK8FZT0j3b7F_dtyCgWWWtkSWOcTr0/s400/Cedar+Creek+014.jpg" border="0" /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5045673032695930338" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQhy35TRvy480Z1up68MkZj7gJOhWyWcKIZnCTibNYc3G6fOkP7MqvZdZQLPD04sylSiYHcS9hb5rvZ9tGaO9VrmQtGIUY-gTVsTnzEvD08ABSxOf_cY5_9qbwxS7I4unfQy8t/s400/March+7+Clipper+005.jpg" border="0" /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5045672792177761746" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyvrcaFQheLg7fh0CaUceZQ6OfDdpRdqVK5dBDpbnS5v1_b3IyezeEJsL7BeoUV3400cMFiPnEAyj7yuZ7baEZ1KRqxNLCoWgj2WWMta7fyp9U6hy_homih29zQjKaob3g_jj3/s400/Winter+05-06+005.jpg" border="0" /><br /><div></div><br /><div></div>Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-81732777160120006922007-03-21T07:00:00.000-05:002007-03-21T07:37:22.306-05:00Exciting News!In conjunction with RGS Title, of Columbia, MD, I will be providing real estate settlement services to the Garrett County area at a convenient McHenry location beginning April 1st. As an attorney, I am very excited to be able to offer my services here at Deep Creek Lake and very much look forward to serving local and visiting clientele in this capacity.<br /><br />Aside from our convenient Deep Creek Lake location, there are many more benefits to closing with us that I would be happy to outline to anyone considering our services. Please feel free to contact me at <a href="mailto:gesabo@gmail.com">gesabo@gmail.com</a>.<br /><br />Additionally, and pursuant RESPA (the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act), remember that it is the buyer who has ultimate decision of determining whom they would like to serve as their settlement attorney. If you might be interested in my services, simply tell your agent that you would like to use me as your settlement attorney. I think you will find that I provide the highest level of personal service and will do everything in my power to assure a smooth transaction for all parties.Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-16251129917254496232007-03-20T06:30:00.000-05:002007-03-20T07:41:56.008-05:00Spring Arrives in Garrett CountyAlthough Garrett County residents can't put the snow shovels away just yet, Spring begins tonight at 8:07 PM. As the snow slowly melts from the slopes at Wisp the docks will begin going in the lake. This past winter, the Deep Creek Lake area received 124 inches of snow, our biggest snowstorm, 11 inches, occurred on March 7th, and our lowest temperature was observed on February 5th at -9.2 degrees.Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-62810805381171749732007-03-17T07:11:00.000-05:002007-03-17T07:15:46.325-05:00St. Patrick's Day SnowYesterday and overnight the Deep Creek Lake area received about 5 inches of snow...a little under what the storm looked like it might bring earlier in the week, but still within the 4-8 inches that was forecasted. The wrap around flow has taken over behind the storm with lake enhanced snow showers that may accumulate another 1-3 inches today. This storm brings our seasonal total to 118 inches on the year.Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-1308662332219696282007-03-15T22:46:00.000-05:002007-03-15T22:49:45.496-05:00Winter Storm Warning IssuedNWS Pittsburgh has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Garrett County, beginning early Friday morning and lasting through Friday afternoon. Depending on whether any mixing of freezing rain or sleet occurs at the onset, the area looks to be in line for 4-8 inches of snow tomorrow, with some additional accumulations possible tomorrow evening as a secondary cold front, and accompanying upslope snow showers passes through the region.Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-84991222131816200882007-03-14T16:56:00.000-05:002008-12-08T16:40:50.812-05:00Winter's Last Gasp?With temperatures in the 60's today, it would seem as though winter is behind us. However, current computer modeling is pointing toward the possibility for snow Friday through Saturday. As a stalled cold front begins moving and pushing southeast, a low pressure wave is forecast to develop along the front and move northeastward. Temperatures will be marginal, but it looks as though there will be the possibility of a period of snowfall and perhaps a moderate accumulation. Exact totals and whether the precipitation might begin as rain will depend on the exact track and development of the low pressure system as well as the timing of the approaching cold front. Pictured below is the 18z American GFS Model's depiction of the event, valid 9pm Friday evening.<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5041904194731178338" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR0CW5T8OJa8zm0xqWDNTC0LG-C1oshknsG6nQGOoQzP6XSPW9nb5TaXtCTklfp5ro9I0lfPSBB15LOZhXh12Aplfq6F1NUx1JuGegRutADa9I1bLwGrue1eTjC2t0F9ss82qm/s320/gfs_p06_054s.gif" border="0" />Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-71555702751326138492007-03-08T17:52:00.000-05:002008-12-08T16:40:51.746-05:00Powerful March Clipper<div>The clipper that passed through the region on Wednesday ended up being a little more powerful than expected, blanketing the area with 11 inches of powder and making for absolutely perfect skiing conditions. Below are a few pictures taken today at Wisp, as the area began to dig out: <img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5039693810148652930" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiv9qqJnxzBbkf4igh1x40Cz7hw-HTn8HmNw1KuUjszeC5EkPVJ9lWuTQhPH7nIc-teiV6I-h8TejWTA3cZXMerJPeZaxyWmPTtxjrcxYvr3415seoQJGdBDQQAv7tr4DtanUv/s320/March+7+Clipper+011.jpg" border="0" /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5039693694184535922" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinp8HrHxq7mjQScsFnb3XKaL-bLwpWau909ht6sfYiMlHzzQwjIiplCCCwu7eKBgMH8qaIHvwdR15MTAZGxxYGgVUuRa3gn1OjIn3rdsPOm2Pm6t35HDbLhfIuROJjX0FndsCr/s320/March+7+Clipper+010.jpg" border="0" /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5039691100024289122" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLv9AFvdbWRYppMsJwLURo1PZF_l6CzzfP8tIuC4yCPbZZDumDCxIbqQ9j-RVCRR9ah0x2jkKWntQ7dr8EkskFg6S_DB6JC_pxJTu_2RVyMAfmeyMqcSTZSqB7W9K4cInlUDGx/s320/March+7+Clipper+003.jpg" border="0" /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5039690988355139410" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisbJQMSj-OjCkRRQ-KnZR_BsyIDv0xSwCU6zRNN0V48U2vPOHXGj-TFJQIRT1DgEmynFWmTQX28KDa6SP086DfAAnaU87JjUzBLysvnC4tvGTVKnFu0B-tPoOBdPS9YShafGkj/s320/March+7+Clipper+009.jpg" border="0" /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5039690893865858882" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4Fysc9SZxYzDYECFqHa6vd4_2hnXB4FNiN7Mmje7GiR0VCBanMKmI3vDmBEhlYMp_8tsmAjA1zzhMwvngW7jvxcUnN7XJEEaV3KUHLYEKoSj9CecEVYbqGH05E0NjmY1cWjHQ/s320/March+7+Clipper+008.jpg" border="0" /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5039690803671545650" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPhlY5RbTUuzoAlF-UbVw0_XhfTXVWf1hoIPgfJoNKoGN_LsHp_ad0DWuU1yupIJ8sQY0PeVT3Twi0-nGDG3qQVFT4fLIcUBnsDVsiCcsNCz9Tf85Zv2IM4y_IGJm6qQsN0vM4/s320/March+7+Clipper+012.jpg" border="0" /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5039690606103050018" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGqVyBZPN05zuwbsGjdrs2u-jYmpe8QUnXBPymmF8Wce11HepuGoEG2MSm1lHU3cbxF6pOS43UXIAHdsJbsPteGcGyADESlJ2n_ixcg8aH5Yi7oKDn8z0cOPuAxgMxvwCsGOaw/s320/March+7+Clipper+006.jpg" border="0" /> </div>Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-46485142498303215072007-03-07T08:10:00.000-05:002008-12-08T16:40:51.996-05:00Update: Snow Underway at Deep Creek4 inches of snow has already fallen as of 8am. On our way to the 5-9 inches forecasted. Below is current regional radar image of the clipper that is affecting the region. <img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5039169871448020914" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnC5PHSmGdMlaNu5ji_Xx8coxXyyxryNT3ejCSyBrehRIMcULcLPs_WawAAf4eD-0upnQu16kWMmTdPhhKqA6atnpWHmwVBXlZ2ENQaSbIlMVUj2NvHrqHf8yUiEhhtMeP0c5d/s320/inmSIRNE.gif" border="0" />Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-18717030611772920412007-03-06T08:05:00.001-05:002008-12-08T16:40:52.263-05:00Bitter March Morning; Snow on the WayA very impressive arctic air mass has pushed over the Deep Creek Lake region this morning. The temperature is 3 degrees at 8am. Additionally, the aforementioned clipper system remains a threat for a significant snowfall on Wednesday. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for the potential of 4-8 inches of snow. Pictured below is HPC's graphic depiction of areas likely to receive 4+ inches. <img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5038796896488036258" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxn7948yY96Xa4Lj0cIFyr4JsBpAJL_awe0yESZWP1JLZI6NCUmEyfkh2AcGs6zagOEXWVBqXW7PyfTvVbCy-FzKaRVpt4ISGxWOZbQ-hRIoo6fArvbR8MqO2_5WvSLzrzVPI0/s320/HPC.gif" border="0" />Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-18595487664502717712007-03-04T23:29:00.000-05:002008-12-08T16:40:52.375-05:00Wisp Still Making Snow<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5038295459836849970" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEcXOEA9FsMgZoZ_Iy1HKBEDvykA3_BXrRVfV64FnGc7gnKjsTkDPP3GrpIZIvdnf5T-PZyFWKARAP0ZMJ9KNiVxaStqGpsa-ctAsBRw1fN8siOhKlpZxRdOOAMFjqzpq5qyUk/s320/28.jpg" border="0" />While some resorts stop making snow in March, the cold temperatures have provided an excellent opportunity for Wisp to reinforce its base tonight. It’s looking as though the resort will be able to remain open at least through the end of the month.<br /><br />With 5 new inches of natural snow over the weekend, the Deep Creek Lake area went over 100 inches and now sits at 103 on the year. In addition, another clipper type system will be affecting the area Tuesday and Wednesday which possibly could blanket the area with a moderate snowfall. Exact track and snowfall amounts will have to be pinned down as we get closer to the event.<br /><div></div><br /><div></div>Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-64567493136422419672007-03-03T07:51:00.000-05:002007-03-03T08:03:01.556-05:00Return to Winter for the WeekendAfter a warm Friday, Deep Creek Lake woke up to a new inch of snow this morning. As an upper level low rotates through the eastern U.S., the area will see upslope enhanced snows with the possibility of 2-4 inches through Sunday.Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-10955672774104896032007-03-01T08:08:00.000-05:002007-03-01T08:17:36.046-05:001 More Month of Winter...So far this winter, the Deep Creek lake area has received 94 inches of snow and so it's looking like, barring a rare snowless March, we will meet and probably surpass the area's seasonal average of 100 inches. Which is remarkable if you remember the very warm and snowless early winter we experienced.<br /><br />The lake area averages 18 inches in March. While today will be unseasonably warm as a storm system pushes to our west, creating a warm southerly flow, as the storm system passes to our east, the area will return over the weekend to normal temperatures with highs in the upper 20's to low 30's and several chances at lake enhanced and upslope snow showers.Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-34727019480617998422007-02-23T13:30:00.000-05:002008-12-08T16:40:52.736-05:00A Painter Who Captures the History of Garrett County<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5034801463530431698" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuGqrwZoSen_r-OL2BRPX6BFmclU7Djt2bBVRqQdkhYMgsoTy5259XVhH-iopDIVU60aVnUeDIVlZ-9HHt0aOwAu7_-PzR3s1TgKVnXA4OLQptVOdDbKm_0Mmji9tQlEJkihiH/s320/Old+McHenry.jpg" border="0" />I recently came across the paintings of Bob Yonke, aka "the Bluegrass Painter." Of particular interest, Bob has a collection of works entitled "the Garrett County Collection" that those of us who live and vacation in the area might be particularly interested in. A favorite of mine, entitled "Old McHenry," represents Bob's depiction of the McHenry area as he remembers it when he first brought his family to Garrett County. Bob himself has a blog as well which can be found at <a href="http://www.mountaindo.typepad.com/">www.mountaindo.typepad.com</a>. If you have the chance, be sure to take a look at Bob's beautiful works at <a href="http://www.appalachianstudio.com/">www.appalachianstudio.com</a>.Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-50934739942316667112007-02-22T08:02:00.000-05:002007-02-22T07:53:41.590-05:00A Little More Snow on the Way...After several days of a thaw, a clipper with an accompanying cold front will push through later today and tonight bringing with it a general 2-4 in snowfall as well as much colder temperatures on Friday in the mid 20's. <br /><br />After a nearly unprecedented warm start to the winter, during the period from January 8 to February 17 we certainly made up for winter's slow start. As of January 8th, Garrett County had only received 17 inches of snow....however the past month and a half we've made up our snow deficit and now sit at 87 inches (70 inches in 42 days). Additionally our lowest temperature during this period was -9.2 on February 5.Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-38521052486949821802007-02-19T23:00:00.000-05:002007-02-21T07:58:42.272-05:00Real Estate Year in Review 2006During the 2006, 500 residential units were sold in Garrett County, compared to 563 units in 2005. Those 500 units amounted to a total sold dollar volume of $201,362,925, down slightly from $213,206,898 in 2005.<br /><br />However, the average sold price in the county was $402,726, compared with $378,698 in 2005. Additionally the average days on the market (DOM) was slightly shorter, 152 days, compared with 160 in 2005. 30 transactions involved homes with closing prices of $1 million or greater, including 1 transaction greater than $2 million.<br /><br />See the below spreadsheet examining the past 10 years of the market in Garrett County (note: to view the entire spreadsheet click on it and page down)<br /><br /><iframe width='500' height='' frameborder='0'src='http://spreadsheets.google.com/pub?key=pe1kmBnIPuE_N4ARZfXYoNA&output=html&gid=0&single=true&widget=true'></iframe><br /><br />Source: Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc. (MRIS).Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-18554836937604238272007-02-16T08:30:00.000-05:002007-02-16T08:35:43.174-05:00Presidents Day Weekend is HereThe busiest weekend of the ski season is upon us, President's Day Weekend. Conditions at Wisp couldn't be more perfect with packed powder conditions, 100% terrain open, and more snow expected with a clipper system likely bringing 3-6 inches over the weekend. However, temperatures on Friday will still remain very cold with wind chill values between -5 and -10. So bundle up and enjoy your weekend at Deep Creek! <br /><br />ps: I will be available Friday, Saturday, and Monday for private snowboarding lessons...just ask for Gary S.Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-30452544876251321952007-02-15T08:38:00.000-05:002008-12-08T16:40:53.279-05:00Digging OutThe Valentine's Day storm turned out very much as forecasted. 5 inches of snow on Tuesday, about 3 or 4 inches of sleet overnight Tuesday, and 4 inches of snow again on Wednesday. Below are some pictures taken from a picturesque Garrett County early this am. Next chance for accumulating snow looks to be this weekend as an Alberta Clipper moves through the region.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnhO2x0DOUnGrACEBTz2HgS0MAujLetAZalTDuPm9RYFipRsa_XcBGnmYT5lcf1_Cb-5vyhUyna0Crlra_nWNy2u1BVGmb16p3W7l4zRHJLpqE05ChbnQHAn3jIuCL8oVB7A40/s1600-h/Winter+05-06+004.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5031755628706727026" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnhO2x0DOUnGrACEBTz2HgS0MAujLetAZalTDuPm9RYFipRsa_XcBGnmYT5lcf1_Cb-5vyhUyna0Crlra_nWNy2u1BVGmb16p3W7l4zRHJLpqE05ChbnQHAn3jIuCL8oVB7A40/s320/Winter+05-06+004.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpoQsiTaj4exfEP-oFBVaV5e3J-mLp9NwKNDcYSNKMSuLj57ntZ7_pgx7Eqe8wy6UsZo1wOmolChMVlXPJ-_rz-OJ4rb2jCVBrybA19NMV2pfHUqZBgnW5jWy493OIwgOUuwwW/s1600-h/Winter+05-06+008.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5031755559987250274" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpoQsiTaj4exfEP-oFBVaV5e3J-mLp9NwKNDcYSNKMSuLj57ntZ7_pgx7Eqe8wy6UsZo1wOmolChMVlXPJ-_rz-OJ4rb2jCVBrybA19NMV2pfHUqZBgnW5jWy493OIwgOUuwwW/s320/Winter+05-06+008.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioIGkGM3qdvsL63pR4Xb56HDJIxtFMtpH0e2ZkmJoOzPCXr_kOzCywkV92PGTFZDUeXOAHmnY9MvGA1OhyphenhyphenF2eIif8HtBt9Dp193aU1FoaEUTJsPVQQFhU0W-xJVPt3-43gGFlm/s1600-h/Winter+05-06+003.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5031755474087904338" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioIGkGM3qdvsL63pR4Xb56HDJIxtFMtpH0e2ZkmJoOzPCXr_kOzCywkV92PGTFZDUeXOAHmnY9MvGA1OhyphenhyphenF2eIif8HtBt9Dp193aU1FoaEUTJsPVQQFhU0W-xJVPt3-43gGFlm/s320/Winter+05-06+003.jpg" border="0" /></a></div></div>Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-73435691349733856612007-02-14T08:04:00.000-05:002008-12-08T16:40:53.495-05:00Icy and Snowy Morning in Deep Creek<div><div>An interesting 24 hours of weather in Garrett County...as forecasted, the snow began yesterday morning and accumulated 5 inches before the warmer air at the upper levels moved in and changed the snow over to sleet. The sleet continued, very heavy at times, through the evening and overnight, until the secondary low took over and we have turned over to snow again Wednesday morning. Look for another 2-4 inches to accumulate throughout the day. Below are a few pictures from taken early am on Wednesday<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5031378517693236290" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEik7oxXajbEIZrEmCgPo4moBrpftlZIiPf3GJqojfrKOipNoB0039htEB7uKAxqhFwJ1P0HWYkKXaSemqDkemZgbcIDnzTn3_TrIjQB2AKfverMEAVtl-tUyNXV5CqaY2DQ_JX0/s320/v+day+07+snowsleet+2.jpg" border="0" /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5031378418908988466" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnB5AP872Lp0LhnDqvmP6wwb2dhWpGmyo25ZwS05Nd2HcnDJgpAw8PMkQQFCzLzm-ifvvcG4uPRVRVg1cPT5C5hSYaRNRP43LKzkSJNbaXl_K47nr1yixod_GIKtSk_idMIoJp/s320/V+day+07+snowsleet.jpg" border="0" /></div></div>Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-66635917532379662912007-02-13T07:38:00.000-05:002008-12-08T16:40:53.671-05:00Major Winter Storm has Arrived in Garrett County<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyc5peoCJvDC0ebTnaSibLLMu3_vAjVLQ9dvhKXDONF0ztOnhiITGrR3Ra4CZenZ2wLjWjuoNhoOwv-c0NRGh3OHqZOLGSCtRSEmMnUWPzEzAgNQBOJqT7NAyqCcBMnZL_7-nI/s1600-h/radar.gif"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5030997287806108706" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyc5peoCJvDC0ebTnaSibLLMu3_vAjVLQ9dvhKXDONF0ztOnhiITGrR3Ra4CZenZ2wLjWjuoNhoOwv-c0NRGh3OHqZOLGSCtRSEmMnUWPzEzAgNQBOJqT7NAyqCcBMnZL_7-nI/s320/radar.gif" border="0" /></a> <div>The storm has taken shape over the south central U.S., and its conveyor belt of moisture has overspread the area as of 7:39am. About 1 inch so far. Snow will continue throughout the day, however it still looks as though, as least for a period later today and tonight, we will switch over to sleet and freezing rain before going back over to snow as the secondary low pressure bombs out over the eastern seaboard. The length of the period of ice will affect our snowfall totals. At this point it is looking like 4-8 inches of snow, then ice, then another 3-6 inches of snow. However, if the warm air in the upper levels does not make it as far north as forecasted, the area could see well over a foot of snow.</div>Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-6723078567890523252007-02-12T07:51:00.000-05:002007-02-12T07:55:52.241-05:00Storm on its Way, but What Will it Bring?The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh issued a winter storm watch early yesterday morning. A very complex weather scenario is about to unfold over the eastern half of the U.S. A cold front will push south into the region today, at the same time a developing low over the south central U.S. will take shape and begin moving northeastward. While it treks northeastward toward the Ohio valley, a strong high pressure system over eastern Canada will funnel cold air into our region. As the initial low moves into the lower Ohio valley, a secondary low pressure system will develop over the Carolinas and move north, northeastward.<br /><br />Our snowfall total from this event will depend on the exact track of both lows, as well as whether the warm push of air associated with the primary low pressure system is enough to cause our snow to mix with sleet or freezing rain. If we were to remain all snow throughout, the totals could be as high as a foot or more, however any mixing of sleet or freezing rain will diminish our snow totals. Moreover, the potential exists for a serious ice storm, should we switch over. At 7:51am Monday morning, it looks as though we will change over at least for a period of time, until the coastal low takes over and colder air rushes in behind it. Later this afternoon and this evening the forecast should become much clearer.Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-5242452243871273162007-02-10T23:17:00.000-05:002008-12-08T16:40:53.845-05:00Sat. PM Update: Storm Still On....Details will of course have to be worked out, but a fairly substantial storm system is looking likely to affect the Garrett County region early next week. Additionally, it looks as though this may be a long duration event, as long as 48 hours. I would expect winter storm watches to go up tomorrow or very early Monday if modeling continues to show such an impressive looking system. Below is the hydrometeorlogical prediction center's (HPC) snowfall probability map (4+ inches) for Day 3...as you can see, Garrett County at this point looks to be in the bullseye.<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5030126989992985618" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNjrdGyd2gAj8r76i2qxJbrQ9B-69o5r1Hi-NdZITj8OPPqF-6gthEeZPLlJYD8DF0PA57pDa8hlrBBYz89qoqzVEwRyV9mEEJd4j-er-ZyPLn-HTdVIrrPxY5UcDoNj-yl59p/s320/day3_psnow_gt_04.gif" border="0" /><br /><div></div>Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36725310.post-9559446952504787212007-02-08T18:58:00.000-05:002008-12-08T16:40:53.976-05:00It's Early, but a Winter Storm is Possible Early Next Week<div>While Garrett County has received quite a bit of snow over the past several weeks, most of the snow has been due to upslope, lake effect, and small synoptic systems. Thus far, Garrett County has yet to endure a major synoptic system such as a nor'easter.<br /><br />However, current weather models are indicating a storm is possible early next week. While several chances at storms so far this year have looked promising, only to fizzle out as the event drew closer, this upcoming system has several features that resemble major storms of years past. While still far too early to draw any conclusions, there is the chance at a major winter storm affecting the Garrett County area early next week. Exact track and snow amounts will need to be narrowed down over the weekend. Pictured below is the latest American model interpretation of the upcoming storm system, valid 1pm Tuesday. Stay tuned.</div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5029318952025785346" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijyZ6NyZslTh_uY9PB9bgjRXp02Gh0IuL2VxE4StozvWzO0ZaTWOs532c7Fwe34X-aI_LC18Ee4Zt1Rf3Lgyj-m8MS38x2MbTpRPykvwBmyQneJsBneVg8IijUFSnwWZoUhhEZ/s320/gfs_p06_120s.gif" border="0" />Garyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07061706015085187558noreply@blogger.com0