Page 40 - Garrett County 2023/2024 Visitors Guide

GARRETT COUNTY FAST FACTS
LESS THAN 3 HOURS Distance from Garrett County to Pittsburgh, Baltimore and Washington, DC
MORE THAN 4,000 Lodging bedrooms in the county
MORE THAN 40 Restaurants, coffee shops, bars and catering options
6 Number of airports within a three-hour drive: Garrett County Airport, Morgantown Municipal Airport, Greater Cumberland Regional Airport, Pittsburgh International Airport, Baltimore- Washington International Airport, Dulles International Airport
GROUP OUTINGS
COME TOGETHER IN GARRETT COUNTY
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way to reconnect, especially after a long time spent away from the office. Garrett County’s many lodging options and meeting venues will be happy to accommodate you.
Wisp Resort (wispresort.com) hosts many corporate groups on its more than 40,000 square feet of meeting space. The staff can help you schedule a blend of business and pleasure with team-building programs.
Are you planning a family reunion? A weekend with friends? A corporate retreat? A bachelor or bachelorette extravaganza?
No matter why you’re gathering a group, Garrett County makes for the perfect backdrop. There’s our scenic setting to consider, but also a diverse lineup of fun activities and ample lodging and venue options that can accommodate gatherings of any size.
Plus, we can help you make the planning process worry-free! The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce is ready to assist in a variety of ways. Our helpful staff members can propose itineraries for your stay, as
well as being your point of contact for accommodations, meeting venues, caterers and whatever other services you want. For more information, contact Heritage Area & Groups Director Kim Folk at 301.387.5238 or kim@garrettchamber.com.
Family Reunions
If your family members are located mostly in the Mid-Atlantic or the Midwest, Garrett County is the perfect place to meet in the middle! Heart-pounding outings like our aerial adventure courses and whitewater rafting might appeal to the younger crowd, while our quaint main streets are the perfect spots for the older generations to reminisce over a cup of coffee or lunch.
You have lots of lodging options to choose from as well. Garrett County’s many state parks offer camping, glamping and cabins;
spacious lakefront homes can accommodate small to moderate-sized groups in one place; and hotels offer a wide range of group packages. You’ll also have your pick of picnic areas and pavilions for a barbecue or old-fashioned family potluck. Check the Maryland Department of Natural Resources’ list of state park amenities (dnr.maryland. gov/publiclands/pages/western_maryland. aspx) for the many outdoor settings available.
Bachelor and Bachelorette Gatherings
Garrett County is the perfect place for a wedding (see page 36), so why not bring the bachelor and bachelorette fun here too?
Whether your group is looking for exciting adventures or quiet time to reflect on your friendships, Garrett County delivers. Splurge at our independently owned boutiques and cocktail bars, or get together for fun group activities like horseback riding, kayaking or axe-throwing. For slightly more laid-back crowds, we suggest wine tastings, fishing and golf.
No matter your group’s tastes, you’ll find endless options for fun and bonding
with some of your favorite people. Go to visitdeepcreek.com for a list of activities and recreation options, then contact the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce to start planning your party.
Corporate Retreats, Meetings and Team Building
An offsite meeting or work retreat is a great
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