Siegel’s home has long since closed
and fallen into ruin, sightings of
Bernie continue. Even today, many
have seen him in the windows of
his house. People who remember
the lodge in its heyday remember
flickering lights, slamming doors,
a jukebox playing on its own, and
dishes flying off shelves one by
one. Some employees quit, never
to return, and others refused to
work in the lodge after hours
alone, though, it seems they
weren’t alone at all.
Methodist Church: 17605 West Wil-
lard Road. This historic church is in
what appears to be a verdant field
but stop to examine the Civil War
era tombstones and discover that
the green space is a cemetery for at
least 31 soldiers who died far from
their New England homes. Legend
also states that one of the church’s
early pastors is buried somewhere
under its floorboards, the exact
site of his grave lost to time.
As the tour concludes on the
grounds of the circa-1793 John
Poole house, behind the Old Town
Hall Museum, you may want to
linger on and warm your hands by
a fire or hurry home to brighter
and more comforting surround-
ings. But in the end you are sure to
leave with intrigue for the ghosts
of the Reserve.
The fields and forests of
Montgomery County’s western
Agricultural Reserve echo with
the past. Drive its rustic roads,
visit its historic sites, and discover
more at your local library. To join a
ghost tour in Poolesville’s Historic
Medley District or experience a
Monsters and Mysteries of Mary-
land bonfire storytelling session
at Soleado Lavender Farm, visit:
christinerai.com/events-calendar/
Christine Rai is a college professor who
lives in Poolesville. She has a passion
for food studies and hands on learn-
ing, including food system field trips
and service learning at food banks in
her courses. Christine also leads day
trips and gives talks in the community.
Check out her writing about food,
travel, and teaching at christinerai.com.
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Since 1888, Lewis Orchards
has been a treasured part
of Montgomery County life.
Fourth generation farmers
Robert and Linda Lewis own
and operate the farm market,
known for its fair prices and
beautiful high quality produce.
18901 Peach Tree Road at the intersection of Rte. 28 (Darnestown Road) and Peach Tree Road
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Dickerson, MD 20842 • 301-349-4101 • lewisorchardfarmmarket.com