[at-l] ALDHA Gathering... Where to stay?

[themissjanet at gmail.com (Janet Hensley)]

The Folk Life Center has long been a gracious host by allowing ALDHA
members and Gathering participants to camp at their wonderful
facility. With respect to ALDHA and the Folk Life Centers new efforts
to enforce an early quiet time and an absolutely NO alcohol policy, it
was apparent that some alternatives needed to be found.  I hate the
feeling of having my "Family" divided up but in order to meet the
varied needs of our very diverse ALDHA membership it was a wise idea
to find more camping choices.  ALDHA offered several ideas in the
newsletter that seem to be nice places if a bit far from the
activities.

Just recently I learned about a NEW campground within 5 minutes of
Concord College.  BENT MOUNTAIN RESORT (cut and paste for directions) 
http://www.bentmountain.net/Htmpages1/links1.htm
This is a great alternative for those who wish to bring an RV or
camper or for those wanting a private room or cabin close to friends
that are camping.  The group camping area at Bent Mountain is intended
as an alternative to the Folk Life Center for those who intend to stay
up late or consume adult beverages.  I have tried to answer as many of
the questions I could think of.

CAMPING

Camping will be 8$ per person, per night. These arrangements are for
Friday and Saturday night only.  If you plan to arrive early or leave
late you will need to make arrangements with Bent Mountain Resort. 
Miss Janet will collect the camping fees from everyone as they set up
and will pay the resort.  "Users and Cruisers" will be dealt with by
public flogging!  So please see Miss Janet to pay for your stay!!

Camping setup will be an open rustic area where we can all pitch tents
together near a community fire pit.   Those with campers and RV's
needing electric hook up should make arrangements with the resort. 
Firewood will be provided each night.

There is no set "quiet time" at Bent Mountain Resort.  Those wishing
to retire early should camp farther away from the fire area.  Quiet
accommodations are available at The Folk Life Center.  We will be
responsible for all clean up each day and we are expected to leave the
area in the condition we found it when we set up.

There is a His and Hers Outhouse on site and shower privileges in the
main lodge bathrooms.

Alcohol is permitted in the camping area.  Everyone is expected to
follow the rules of common courtesy and respect for other guests when
it comes to consuming alcoholic beverages. No underage drinking will
be tolerated.

Private Lodge Rooms and Cabin rentals are available by reservation
only and should be arranged through Kathy Little, the resort owner. 
These will be held through September 29th at a special rate for our
group.

OTHER BENT MOUNTAIN  RESORT HIGHLIGHTS 
The campground has well kept lawn areas and great views of the
surrounding mountains.

The PUB is operated by the Bent Mountain Resort and is located near
the camping area.  The PUB offers beer for sale so you can not bring
your beer into The Pub.    If you choose to brown bag,  drink set ups
will be available by The PUB.

A short order menu is available at The Pub from noon until 1 am.

FRIDAY NIGHT   There will be live musical entertainment at The PUB. 
Everyone is encouraged to participate in the ALDHA opening night
events and meet at The PUB afterwards.

SATURDAY NIGHT   There will be a Karaoke Contest at The PUB after the
ALDHA events conclude at the Concord campus.

Every ALDHA member is welcome to visit at the Bent Mountain Resort
campground and The Pub regardless of where they are staying during the
ALDHA Gathering weekend.

Please Email Miss Janet at themissjanet@gmail.com if you are
interested in camping at Bent Mountain for the ALDHA Gathering
weekend.  We look forward to seeing everyone!