Big Air, Deep Snow, and Thin Ice

Last Sunday was the Maryland Open at Wisp, a successful reminder that, according to the calendar and the mounds of snow in Western Maryland, there is still plenty of winter to enjoy and lots of adventurous folks to share it with.

The Maryland Open turned out to be a rollicking jam for snow surfers of all ages, who competed in big air, slope, and free style skiing.

This was a family event, with spectators filling the slopes and competitors as young as 7 years old vying for prizes.  It was a regional draw, with participants coming from West Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Northern Virginia in addition to Marylanders.

Lori Epp at Wisp reminded us that although the temperatures are rising, winter sports are in full swing and this is a great time of year to enjoy them.  Ice fisherman are still huddled in their igloos on the lake.  As you can see from this picture, not all the yellow perch are waiting for the festival in North East.  Walleye and pike are also plentiful for those willing to tread on the thinning surface.

So enjoy the last few weeks of winter and journey to Maryland's only four season resort.  The Merry Marketeers are holding Terry to his promise for a field trip, so maybe you'll catch us tubing (more likely tumbling) down the slopes.