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Free Veterans Day cabin getaway

Veterans Day deal WVDear Veterans,

We love you, and want to say thank you, again. We always offer 10% off for veterans anytime, but come Veterans Day, we give it away. And this year we got some big help.

We have a bunch of people that said, “Yes, whatever you need,” so brace yourself for an all-inclusive Veterans Day getaway/giveaway for free:

– 2 Nights at Opossum Creek Retreat (Nov. 10 & 11, 2015)
– Bridge Walk on Nov. 11 at 10 a.m. (Reservation required)
– Breakfast at Cathedral Cafe
– Lunch at Secret Sandwich Society
– Coffee from Vandal’s Kitchen
– Drinks at Maggie’s Pub

It’s our thanks to you. And you can say thanks back to these local business by giving them some love on social media. You know, take a selfie in front of their sign and post it on Facebook, or tweet about it, or review us on Google or any other spots.

The bonus: It’s like a treasure hunt. Get all of these great local business to sign your passport (waiting for you in your cabin), and we will give you a set of Opossum Creek Retreat logo glasses/mugs as a bonus.

This is the only time we wish we had more cabins. We only have 6 cabins available: 3 cabins with 2 bedrooms; 2 cabins with 1 room; and The Farmhouse with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. (Bring an old army buddy or 3 or 4!)

Here are the rules:

  1. You must be active duty or retired military, any branch.
  2. If you have taken advantage of this special in the past, please allow others a chance.
  3. If you show up, it is free. Only reserve a space if you are 100% sure you will be able to come. We will require your credit card info, and will charge your card for the full price of the stay if you do not show up.

To enter, send your name, rank and branch of service to retreat@opossumcreek.com, and also tell us how many people are in your group. We will draw from the hat and notify you by Sunday, Nov. 1.

Harm’s Way

On some level, we all ride in this space at all times. As humans, we seek it. Some seek more, much more. Others push as far as they can toward the safe end of the spectrum. We all should know it is there.

Thanks for your service!

This is not a USA thing. It is a human thing. It’s just that in the USA, we have options. Well, most of us do. In much of the world, the spectrum is infinitely smaller, and skewed hard toward the “harm’s way” end. My deepest hope is that our efforts in the truest and purest form can help this spectrum grow for the rest of our fellow human peoples.

Some call it freedom.

Putting yourself in harm’s way for the sake of others is a conscious choice. One that is not made without serious contemplation. Not everyone can sacrifice in this way. You are a special person.

In honor of those who choose to serve our country, we would like to say thank you for being willing, ready and able to be placed in harm’s way so the rest of us don’t have to get any where near that end of the spectrum.

For years, we have offered free cabins to the members of our armed services on Veterans Day just to say thank you. Today seems like a good day to make that offer again.

Thank you to those who serve and have served in harm’s way. As a gift to you in appreciation:

  • -2 free nights at Opossum Creek Retreat
  • -A set of OCR mugs or glasses, your choice. Let us know when you make your reservation.

First come, first served. All we ask in return for your free stay is that once you have stayed at Opossum Creek Retreat you post your favorite service-related picture to the OCR Facebook page and when you post it, tell us your rank, branch and where you served. Or take a selfy by our sign and post that.

If you have had the opportunity to take advantage of this offer in the past, please share the offer with your friends and family to allow others to do the same.

2 Free Nights for Veterans Day Deal

 

Free to: Any Veteran
2 free nights, Nov. 8 & 9 or 10 & 11, 2013

Yes, it is free.

The Deal

Veterans: our doors are open to you. Our Treat.

For the past few years, we have been giving a free cabin to veterans on Veterans Day in honor of our friends and family who have served.

Not the whole cabin. Just a couple of nights in the cabin.

Some gave all, all gave some. We are only able to give a cabin for 2 nights. It is our humble gesture of thanks to those who have served our country. Thank You.

We don’t care if you are homeless. You won’t be for two nights.

Heck, bring the whole squad, we have cabins that will sleep up to 20 people!

The Details

  • We ask that you share this deal with others. Tell a friend, post on Facebook, “like” us on Facebook, review us on Trip Advisor, or other such stuff.

  • We do require you to fill out the contract using a credit card, just as a security measure.

  • Please only take advantage of this annual offer once. We want every veteran to get a chance to enjoy this deal.

  • There are limited dates and spots available, but if we fill up, be sure you’re signed up to receive our e-mail newsletter and Like us on Facebook. We’ll continue sharing our gratitude for Veterans Day year after year.

We hope you understand when we ask each Veteran to take advantage of this offer only once. Please spread the word and let others enjoy.

We also offer a 10% discount for Veterans all year long.

What to do during your free stay

You don’t just have to come sit in the cabins all weekend! There’s more to do around the New River Gorge.

Know what you want to do? We have some ideas. Lots! We’re local experts, so whether you want to see the sights or get off the beaten path, we can show you where.

We have our favorites, but some things you vets might enjoy:

Adventure & explore:

The New River Gorge is a natural playground. Hit the trails for a stroll or bike, and let them lead you to beautiful overlooks. A little less adventurous adventure, maybe? Ok, try our shopping and culture guide.

Relax:

Of course, you don’t have to leave the cabin. Get a massage, or a spa treatment. Then slide into the hot tub and enjoy the beautiful rolling backdrop. We have a relaxation guide so you can get the most from your vacation.

Dine out in Fayetteville, and let the local chefs a prepare you a fresh Appalachian feast.

Honor the Holiday:

Did you know Fayetteville has its own war history? It was an important strategic site during the Civil War. It was the first place that indirect fire was used in battle. A Halfway House in nearby Anstead was used as a Civil War headquarters. The bridge for which the town of Gauley Bridge was named was a strategic aid during the war as well.

Pay respects to fallen brethren at the War Memorial Building honoring World War II Veterans, the Veterans War Memorial for Civil War soldiers in Smithers, or the grave of General Thomas Stonewall Jackson’s mother in Anstead.

We hope to see you around Opossum Creek, so we can say thank you.

Thank you.

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