Tuesday, July 27, 2010

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina Raffles Off a Log Cabin in the Smoky Mountains, Tickets Just $100 Each

ASHEVILLE, N.C., July 27 /PRNewswire/ -- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina announced today that the organization is raffling off a Log Cabin in the Great Smoky Mountains of Bryson City, North Carolina. The holder of the winning raffle ticket will take possession of this beautiful Smoky Mountain Cabin, a fully furnished 2 bedroom 2 bathroom Log Cabin with custom hardwood floors, granite countertops, hot tub, pool table and a rocked fireplace.  Proceeds from the 1st annual Smoky Mountain Cabin Raffle will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina in its continued effort to recruit, screen, train and support caring adults who want to make a difference in the life of a child.
A limited number of raffle tickets will be available for purchase from July 16, 2010 through the October 7, 2010 deadline on our specially created event website at www.LogCabinRaffle.org   The Grand Prize Drawing will take place on October 14, 2010 and will be open to the public.  The Smoky Mountain Cabin Raffle will also include bonus drawings throughout the three-month event.  Designed to incentivize early ticket purchases these bonus drawings include a one-week stay at a cabin provided by Hidden Creek Cabins, a Whitewater Rafting trip for 4 down the legendary Nantahala River provided by Paddle Inn Rafting and a $1,000 cash prize drawing.
"The Smoky Mountain Cabin Raffle was created as an innovative way to raise significant funds for children and mentors," says Robin Myer, Executive Director. "We are thrilled to present this Smoky Mountain Log Cabin as the Grand Prize of our raffle. It's a beautiful cabin in the mountains overlooking one of the country's most spectacular views. Raffle participants can give back while also having the exciting chance to win a beautiful custom log cabin in the Smoky Mountains."
"Some kids wait more than 9 months to be matched with a Big Brother or Big Sister stated J. Clarkson, Director of Development for Big Brothers Big Sisters of WNC.  "It takes time to recruit, screen, and train a caring adult to be a "Big" and the funds raised from this raffle will allow us to dedicate more staff to that effort and still give professional support to the mentoring relationships already in place.  In the end, this means more children will have the opportunity to experience the difference that a Big Brother or Big Sister can make."
For more information about Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina please visit their website at www.bbbswnc.org  and for more details on the "Smoky Mountain Cabin Raffle" please visit www.LogCabinRaffle.org
Press Contacts
Info@LogCabinRaffle.org  
Mary Anne Baker (239) 898-1662 info@LeisureLinx.com  J. Clarkson (828) 253-1470 jc@bbbswnc.org

Wednesday, July 7, 2010

The "Smoky Mountain Soul" Sweepstakes

Breathtaking scenery. Outdoor adventure. Cultural treasures. Authentic handcrafted arts. North Carolina’s Smoky Mountains are all of this and more, offering a family vacation value unlike any other. When you experience the mountains of Western NC, you take a vacation that truly touches your soul.

Now, you can win a great getaway to the North Carolina Smoky Mountains,courtesy of VisitNC.com, and sample the adventures and attractions that make this region so special. The winner receives a week-long class at the John C. Campbell Folk School, lodging and meals included. Then, bring the family back for a four-day adventure, including three nights of lodging, four tickets for the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, 2 Go Blue Ridge cards, and your choice of Cherokee cultural experiences. You’ll also receive a $500 travel voucher to help get you here!

Enter to win today! The sweepstakes ends July 31, 2010.