residents want the region to form a new state, which would include Garrett, Allegany, Washington, Frederick, and Carroll counties. Local supporters of partitioning western Maryland (dubbed "the Western Maryland Initiative") cited a perception of political domination by the more populous eastern portion of the state, particularly with reference to such issues as gun control, taxation, and same-sex marriage. See also List of Appalachian Regional Commission counties References External links Western Maryland Scenic Railroad Official Website for the Scenic Railroad and Canal Place. Walkersville Southern Railroad website, see also Walkersville Southern RR wiki article Western Maryland Tourism Website MDMountainside.com Rocky Gap Resort Western Maryland Park with Lake & Golf Course Heritage Days Festival Canal Place Queen City Striders Running Club Western Maryland Mountain Bike Association Western Maryland Water Color Society Regions of Maryland Geography of Appalachia