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Published: July 6, 2008
Resorting to adventure
Maryland mountain haunt offers thrilling activities
By Sarah D. Wire
McHENRY, MD. — Fingers of thick fog obscure the moon of western Maryland . Almost nightly, the fog wraps around the rolling mountain peaks and circles Wisp Resort, warning visitors this place is not for the weak of heart.

Leaving the Midwest for the beauty of a mid-Atlantic mountain resort may seem to be a traveler's paradox, but the level of activity at Wisp eliminates any fear of boredom.

Situated two hours s...

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