Living in Deep Creek Lake all of my life, I can't say I've spent as much time as I have recently on the Wisp Resort ski mountain (at least since I was a youngster). We take for granted the beautiful landscape and abundance of activities that surround us. So, for the week of Christmas, I made a pact with myself and snapped on my snowboard to spend at least part of each day on the slopes. And, I was with the best of company - my boyfriend and his 2 wonderful boys. We taught them how to snowboard in just 1 day. The next 3 days they challenged themselves to tackle every slope except The Face (double black diamond). If you've never given snowboarding a chance, just try it twice. The first time is dreadful, but the 2nd time and thereafter it becomes addicting. Happy New Year!
Day 1 Snowboarding @ Christmas
Day 4 Snowboarding @ Christmas - need a break!
By Betsy Spiker
A little late in sharing this but I still can't quit talking about the amazing experience I was afforded in watching Super Bowl 43 live. Hearing from my family in Sarasota, it was believed by the Florida locals that there were only Steeler fans around. But, that was definitely not true, although it wasn't too apparent until game day. Cardinal fans came out of the woodwork Sunday morning and the pre-party began in all of the parking areas. This was just the beginning of an exciting day (and night). Jennifer Hudson kicked us off with an incredible singing of our National Anthem and Terrible Towels were flying strong. It's been said by many that this was the most edge-of-your-seat Super Bowl in history; I can't compare it to any others (this was my first experience) but there was nothing like being in the corner of the stadium when Santonio Holmes caught the winning touchdown pass.
See the info below and, as always, don't forget to check out the latest featured listing from the Spiker Team:
http://www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=1434835&prt=10003
And you can always search all available Deep Creek Lake area properties at:
http://www.deepcreeklakeproperty.com/
Snowmobiling in Maryland at Wisp Resort
Race across the powder on these power sleds! Day or night (weather permitting), big and little kids alike will love driving their own snowmobile. The 30-minute guided tours are offered daily on groomed trails and backcountry (weather permitting).
30 minute guided tours available daily, weather & conditions permitting. Advance reservations required, call 301.387.4911.
30-minute Guided Tour:Adult Rider: $55Child Passenger: $15
Reservations: Advance reservations require a credit card and can be made by calling 301.387.4911. Day of the tour reservations require payment. Non-refundable 48 hours prior to your scheduled reservation. All reservations are weather permitting. Tour Check-In: Check in at the Nordic Center behind the Wisp Resort Hotel at least fifteen (15) minutes before your scheduled tour. Here you will pay for the tour and complete a snowmobile release form. Those under 18 must have a parent or guardian signature on the release form. You will also be fitted for a helmet. Please note that all tours will start on time. If a guest does not arrive on time for his or her tour, the tour will start as scheduled to avoid delays for other riders and for additional tours.
Tour: At the beginning of the tour, each guest will be given a warm up tour on the basic operation of the snowmobile. Once each rider is comfortable with basic snowmobile operation, the tour will begin. The guest will be required to learn forward, back, left and right to successfully drive the snowmobile around the course. Please note that the tour is both driver and rider active. All snowmobiles must follow the guide, single file. The tour speed is the same speed as the slowest rider.
Please note that guests who do not follow the Guide, rules or ride in an unsafe manner will ride back to the Lodge on the back of the guide sled and will not be refunded for the tour.
Rules for Snowmobiling:
Drivers must have a valid Drivers License to drive the snowmobile.Passengers must be a child due to weight limit restrictions. The combined weight of the driver and the child passenger cannot exceed 350 pounds..
Drivers and riders must sign the release. A parent or guardian must sign for riders or drivers who are under 18.
Every person on the tour must wear a helmet.
Only one adult rider per snowmobile.
You must be at least 16 years old with a valid Driver's License to drive the snowmobile.
You must be at least 6 years old to ride as a passenger on a snowmobile.
Warm clothes including gloves and snow-appropriate footwear are strongly recommended. A full-face helmet will be provided for each driver & rider so goggles and hats are not necessary.
Any rider or driver who has been drinking alcohol or is under the influence of drugs may not drive or ride the snowmobile.
Unsafe operation of the snowmobiles or disregard of any rules will result in the guest(s) being returned to the Lodge without a refund.
Mini Snowmobiles - for kids
10 minutes rides = $15
Call 301.387.4911 for more info!
Members of my team will be offering Resort Seminars routinely from late May thru Autumn Glory 2009. Thursdays at 10:00 is the planned times for the seminars. We would be happy to share our life long knowledge of the Deep Creek Lake area with you. Email us at betsy@betsyspiker.com for additional information
What a great day in downtown Oakland, Winterfest 2009. Ice sculptures everywhere, beautiful weather and great people. Hope you get a chance to see it. I have taken a few pictures and uploaded to our Picasa web site. See these pictures at http://picasaweb.google.com/SpikerTeam/Winterfest09#
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With over 150 years of family history in the Deep Creek Lake, MD area, Betsy Spiker is the Deep Creek Lake's leading real estate professional. Call her today for a free consultation
With over 150 years of family history in the Deep Creek Lake area, Betsy Spiker is the seventh generation of Garrett County natives. Like her ancestors before her, she has a special place in her heart for this picturesque region. With such extensive knowledge about and passion for the area, it's easy to understand why Betsy is so successful as one of Deep Creek Lake's leading real estate professionals. She knows the community and its amenities like the back of her hand and is the ultimate resource for buying or selling a home here. When it comes to working with the right real estate professional for your next move, you want someone who has Deep Roots In Deep Creek Lake. That's Betsy Spiker. Call her today for a free consultation.
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Each member of my team is a life long resident of Garrett County. Like me, they all have Deep Roots in the Deep Creek Lake area.
Karen Doerr is a licensed real estate agent and our Transaction Coordinator. We rely on her to keep us organized and the team running smoothly.
Andrew Eiswert is a Buyer Specialist and has a deep affinity for the lake area and its beauty. He can guide you through the real estate buying process helping to make finding the right property an enjoyable experience. Andrew enjoys all of the activities in the Deep Creek Lake area such as skiing, fishing, boating, etc. He prides himself on educating second home buyers in all this area has to offer.
Kathy Johnson is also a Buyer Specialist, coming to real estate after raising her family. She enjoys working one-on-one with people, and takes great pride in finding the home that fits your needs.
As for me, I am the Managing Member of the team. I focus primarily on being a Listing Specialist and strive to give all of my clients exceptional service, head and shoulders above the competition.
"Dear Betsy,
Thank you again for all your help and support in the sale of our home in Deep Creek. Thanks for putting up with our anxious moments. We have recommended you to our neighbors. We will contact you again if we're in the market to buy.
Sincerely, Nancy and Ken"
"Betsy,
My wife, Val, and I just completed the purchase of our lake front house at Deep Creek Lake. I'm sure you are aware of the transaction.
What I want to comment on is the incredibly good service performed by Andrew. He bent over backwards to ensure our interests were well represented during the rather laborious procedure. (Laborious due to the seller, not the buyer!) All the while Andrew was doing this "bargaining," he and his wife became first time parents of their new baby, Sean. That was a full time job in itself yet he devoted lots of his time to share our concerns. He never missed a beat for us.
His friendly disposition and work ethic are noteworthy. I wanted to take the time to write and to tell you what you probably already know: You have a gem of an agent!
We look forward to spending time in our new home and owe much of the enjoyment of buying our new property, to Andrew.
He gave us totally impressive customer service!
We look forward to meeting you sometime in the future around the Deep Creek area.
Sincerely,
Mark and Valerie"
"Betsy,
I wanted to let you know that Kathy Johnson was so wonderful to us. She was great from the time she showed us the house until they day it settled. Kathy had a lot to do a lot to make sure will settled on Monday, the 15th, and she made it happen. Even though this was a small sale, Kathy made us feel like it was a million dollar settlement.
We are very happy in our new digs.
Take care,
Janice"
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