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News Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

October 19, 2004

ESCAPE TO THE GREAT OUTDOORS AT AN OHIO STATE PARKS COTTAGE
Enjoy great special rates this fall and winter

COLUMBUS, OH - Spending a weekday or weekend relaxing by the fireplace at a cozy Ohio State Parks cottage has gotten even more affordable this fall and winter. Enjoy discounts on cottage rates starting as soon as October 31, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

“These discounted cottage rates make a getaway to an Ohio State Park even more attractive,” said Dan West, chief of Ohio State Parks. “A state park cottage is a great way to enjoy Ohio’s seasonal beauty and the variety of activities our state parks have to offer.”

Each heated and carpeted family cottage is a complete home away from home. All feature two bedrooms, fully equipped kitchens with microwaves, baths with showers, and living rooms with televisions and sleep sofas. Dishes, cookware, utensils and linens are provided. Many locations also offer gas-log fireplaces and cable television, and a few cottages feature hot tubs.

The following state parks offer $10 off regular cottage rates on Friday and Saturday nights as well as $20 off regular rates for stays Sunday through Thursday:

The following state parks offer “Special Value Rates” this fall and winter, including:

Cottage reservations can be made over the Internet at ohiostateparks.org or by calling 1-866-OHIOPARKS (1-866-644-6727).

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For additional news online, check out the ODNR Press Room at Ohiodnr.com

For Further Information Contact:
Jean Backs, Ohio State Parks
(614) 265-7077
-or-
Andrea Misko, ODNR Media Relations
(614) 265-6882