North Carolina Campground Wins Facility of the Year Award

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The Coleman family, owners of the Jellystone Park in Tabor City, North Carolina, has been recognized with the Facility of the Year Award by the Jellystone Park franchise system. The award is given to the Camp-Resort that has added new amenities and facilities while also showing sustained improvements on current amenities. The award was presented at the annual meeting of the Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort group in Cincinnati, OH.

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Rick Coleman & Joey Coleman pictured front

Tabor City Jellystone Park guests enjoy 350 acres of meticulously manicured grounds, concrete pads, sparkling ponds, and hiking trails.  Tucked away on aquiet farm in Southeastern North Carolina, the campground is just a short drive away from the attractions of Myrtle Beach and Wilmington, NC. Whether you are an angler at heart, enjoy hiking, are a social butterfly who loves planned activities or you just want to relax, you will experience natural beauty like you’ve never seen before at this North Carolina campground. Guests can choose from a range of accommodations, from tent and RV sites to North Carolina cabins and even pet-friendly yurts.

First-rate amenities include free wi-fi, accommodations, and activities for the whole family.  There’s also a pool, lap pool, Yogi Bear’s Splash Zone, and Water Wars for fun in the sun; an arcade, indoor theater and amphitheater; a jungle gym playground; mini golf; gem mining; basketball and volleyball courts; and the Locomotion Ride Truck, which takes guests on a four-wheel open-air trek through muddy terrain.  Nature lovers will enjoy miles of hiking trails and fully-stocked fishing ponds at this North Carolina campground. A camp ministry team leads worship services and Bible studies, and a helpful, attentive staff will make sure the entire family enjoys their getaway.

“We are thrilled to have won the “Facility of the Year” award,” said owner Rick Coleman, who runs the North Carolina campground with his family. “Our family started this operation in honor of our dad in 1999, and over the years we have grown to love providing a fun, family-friendly destination for our amazing guests. The entire Daddy Joe’s team is outstanding and this award honors all of them.”

The Jellystone Park Camp-Resort at Daddy Joe’s is located at 626 Richard Wright Road and is open year-round.  If you are camping in North Carolina, visit this award-winning campground!

 

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North Texas Campground Earns Entrepreneur of the Year Award

Ronald Bowyer (behind Yogi) and the staff at North Texas Jellystone Park.

Ronald Bowyer, owner of the North Texas campground near Fort Worth, has been recognized with the Entrepreneur Award by the Jellystone Park franchise system. The Entrepreneur of the Year award recognizes Camp Resorts that show a strong growth in business over the prior year. The award was presented at the annual meeting of the Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp Resort group in Cincinnati.

Located 15 minutes south of downtown Fort Worth and 40 minutes west of Dallas, the campground has 37 custom-built luxury cottages (25 of which have a two-person spa and fireplace) and 248 RV sites with full hookups, 50 amp, and cable connection.

Amenities include two family pools, a kiddie pool, playground, four meeting facilities, and more. Nearby entertainment and attractions include golf, shopping, restaurants, museums, theme parks and professional sports and racing. Families will also love the laser tag field, candy bar bingo, hayrides, visits from Yogi Bear and fire truck rides.

Pirates Cove Wet & Dry Fun Park is located next door to the resort and offers seven waterslides, multi-platform play area, inflatables, arcade games and more. Add themed weekends throughout the summer, and it’s a perfect Texas camping getaway.

Ronald Bowyer (behind Yogi) and the staff at North Texas Jellystone Park.

The North Texas campground’s management team looks to continue the entrepreneurial trend with the addition of new attractions and programs in 2013. The new Lost Maze is a fun challenge for kids and parents to navigate together, and the Crafts & Activity Room will offer opportunities for families to indulge their creative sides with activities like candle making, tie-dyeing, and woodcrafts; the soon-to-open Inflatable Corral is an innovative “bouncy” park sure to wear kids out and ensure a good night’s sleep, while older kids will love the new woodlands walking and biking trail. The park’s Ranch Pool will feature a Tropical Sno Cone stand for summer 2013, and improvements to the onsite activities center include a new stage, movie screen and karaoke sound system.On the value side, guests can now choose from package deals like the Build Your Own Birthday package and Stay & Play wristbands, which allow unlimited enjoyment of all the park’s offerings.“We are always looking for ways to add value and family fun for our guests,” said owner Ron Bowyer. “We are excited that the Jellystone Park system recognized our efforts, and I am so proud of my entire team for always focusing on improving our guests’ experience. We look forward to an amazing 2013.”

The North Texas Jellystone Park campground is located at 2301 S. Burleson Blvd. in Burleson, TX and is open year-round.  If you are camping in Texas, check them out!

 

 

 

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Jellystone Park Cave City, KY Recognized by Trip Advisor

Jellystone Park Cave City, KY was recognized by Trip Advisor with their 2012 Certificate of Excellence. According to Trip Advisor, “our travelers consistently commend your property with the highest praise, and we recognize your 4.5 rating as an exceptional achievement.”

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Easter Activities at Georgia Campground

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You are invited to bring the family to camp at the Jellystone Park™ in Bremen, GA for a spring-filled fun Easter Egg Hunt with bunnies, basket decorating for the kids, train rides, hay rides and of course, Yogi Bear™! All the fun takes place March 17, 18, 24, 25, & 31 and April 1 & 7 from 1-5PM. The hunt, which includes an Easter Basket as well, is only $3.00 per child in addition to the camping rate. 

The race is on!

If you come for a day pass only, the cost is $6 for children (includes basket) and $4 for adults (rates subject to sales tax). No reservation is required for the Easter Egg Hunts. Visit the Georgia Jellystone Park website for details.

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New Water and Snow Park to Open Near Nashville Campground

Edited from the Nashville Ledger:  

The announcement of a new $50 million water and snow park being built by Nashville entertainment giants Dolly Parton and Gaylord would seem to be great news for all of Nashville. More tourists, 450 new jobs and positive national exposure – who couldn’t rally around this news?

How about the owners of Nashville’s existing water parks, Nashville Shores and Wave Country? Surely they are feel like a mom-and-pop business watching a Walmart pop up next door.

Actually, even they seem excited.

“We think it will definitely be very helpful for business in this area,” says Lou Anne Wheeler, a manager at the nearby Jellystone Park campground. “We just went to an RV show in Huntsville and everyone who stopped at our booth said they heard about the new water park, so the excitement is everywhere already.”

Nashville Jellystone Park has 230 camping sites, and Wheeler says they are full during CMA week and would like to see more people stay there and enjoy the new theme park.

“We anticipate we will get busier when it opens because we are a family-oriented campground to begin with. We are pretty excited about it,” she adds.

Read the full article here.

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New Jellystone Park Near Gulf Shores Alabama

The Jellystone Park™ family is excited to welcome our first Alabama Park — the former Lazy Acres Campground in Elberta, AL, joins us this camping season. Located just 17 miles from Alabama’s famous Gulf Shores (and five miles from West Pensacola), Lazy Acres campground was built from the ground up 14 years ago. The owners carefully preserved the natural setting by cutting down as few trees as possible to make room for campsites and amenities. The result is a Deep South getaway that makes the perfect home base for exploring all of Floribama, from Mobile to Gulf Shores to Pensacola, FL.
 
The campground offers 43 full service sites as well as campsites for pull-throughs and tents. A pool, playground, volleyball court, and meeting room are all onsite; a fully-stocked lake offers free fishing.
 
While you’re there, you’ll want to explore the area. Be sure to visit the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park in Mobile; Gulf Shores National Seashore and Waterville, USA in Gulf Shores; and the greyhound track, and Pensacola Beach in Pensacola. The park is currently offering a free third night stay for guests who reserve a site for two nights.
 
The new Alabama Jellystone Park is open year-round and is located at 12160 Wortel Road in Elberta, AL. For reservations, call 251-986-3566.

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Special Winter Camping Rates at North Carolina Campground

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Want to escape the colder temperatures up north? Head south to Jellystone Park in Tabor City, North Carolina! Just minutes from the beach, there’s fun to be had all year long! Plus, new winter rates make “flying south” easy and affordable.

Can’t stay all winter? Consider starting a new Thanksgiving or New Year’s tradition with family and friends. A few days in the country will do wonders!

Visit www.taborcityjellystone.com or call 910-653-2155, toll free 1-877-668-8586

WINTER RATES: $375.00 per month from November 2011 through April 2012.
Only a 30 day minimum stay to apply for special rate.
$100.00 site deposit is required.

Rates include Water / Sewer / CABLE TV / Free Wi-Fi / Concrete Pad
Electricity is metered and billed at the first of the month.

Extended nights are available at the same rate, but must be consecutive to stay.

Cancellation with 30 day notice and refund of deposit with a $25.00 fee.
Cancellation under 30 day notice, no refund on deposit

Jellystone Park
626 Richard Wright Road
TABOR CITY, North Carolina 28463
910-653-2155 or toll free 1-877-668-8586

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Dallas Campground Hosts Family Activities in November

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Come hang out with Yogi Bear™ in November and enjoy some awesome fall weather at Jellystone Park at Rustic Creek Ranch – located in the South Fort Worth area. During Yogi’s Gobblin Good Times Weekends, we have plenty of activities for your family. Don’t miss your opportunity to plant and harvest a magic pumpkin this month. You can also decorate a pumpkin like a Thanksgiving turkey. Experience our Lumination Laser Tag game, an outdoor Laser Tag game in the dark. Try out your artistic hand with one of our many craft items in the Bear’s Den, or enjoy a game of candy bar bingo. Either way, you’re bound to have a “Gobblin’ Good Time” with Yogi Bear.

Don’t have an RV? Then stay in a comfy cottage. They are 25% Off now thru February!

For more information and to make a reservation, visit http://www.rusticcreekranch.com or call 817-426-5037.
2301 S. Burleson Blvd
Burleson, Texas 76028

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Fall Vacation Deals in Dallas/Ft. Worth Area

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If you’re looking for a fall getaway, head to the Jellystone Park in Burleson Texas for great fall vacation deals. This Dallas area resort offers beautiful cottage rentals at discounted prices now through February 28. You’ll save up to 25% off normal prices! 

Each cottage is distinctly decorated with furnishing acquired from locations in the deep interior of old Mexico to the piney woods of East Texas. A majority of our cottages include intimate spas and fireplaces for a romantic and refreshing stay. 

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You can also take advantage of resort amenities and activities, including Yogi Bear’s Fall Fiesta in October. 

Call 888 – 855-9091 to make a reservation!

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Jellystone Park™ Gears Up For Halloween

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Labor Day weekend may mark the end of the traditional summer camping season, but for the Jellystone Park™ Campgrounds that offer Halloween-themed activities; their busiest season is just beginning.

“We’re just now getting into our busiest time of the year,” Dana Gabriel, co-owner of the Jellystone Park Campground in Swansea, S.C. , stated in a news release. She added that her park offers five consecutive Halloween-themed weekends that include carnival games as well as costume contests for adults, children and pets; campsite decorating contests; and trick or treating. Halloween-themed activities have gotten to be so popular, Gabriel said, that the park ratchets up the scariness, with “no scare” Halloween events on the last weekend of September and first weekend of October, followed by three full-on scary weekends for older children and adults that also include a haunted house, which Gabriel and her family created out of an old barn.

Most Jellystone Parks now offer Halloween-themed activities. Activities typically include campsite decorating and costume contests as well as trick or treating and, in some cases, haunted houses and spooky nighttime walks in the forest.

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