Brochure page 1
GENERAL INFORMATION
THE FACILITY: Because our fee is inexpensive, newcomers are often concerned about the facility and the quality of the workshop. Don't be! The beautiful lodge-type buildings blend the comfort of modern living with the beauty of the Blue Ridge. The spacious two-bed rooms have private baths and three delicious family-style meals are served daily. There is an auditorium, library, dining room, meeting rooms and a canteen where you may purchase soft drinks, snacks, postcards and T-shirts. Wildacres is a lovely retreat- not a hotel. Bed linens and towels are furnished but there are no maids or bellboys. Also, there are no phones, TVs, or radios in the rooms, but pay phones are in the lobby. Our staff is top-notch and attendees are serious about the art of writing.
HEALTH PROBLEMS: There is a limited number of rooms for the handicapped. Keep in mind the elevation is 3300 feet, some of the walkways are uneven flagstone and the dining room is down an incline. All participants should be in reasonably good health and capable of dealing with the terrain and stairs. Special dietary requirements (vegetarians,etc.) can usually be accomodated. Include this information with your application.
RECREATION IN THE AREA: Within a few minutes of Wildacres are tennis, golf, swimming, hiking, craft shops, gem mining, fishing, horseback riding and many scenic spots. Info will be in your arrival packet.
DIRECTIONS TO WILDACRES: On an NC map, find Marion on I-40 (about halfway between Hickory and Ashville).From Marion, take NC 226 North (bypass) to NC 226A. Proceed to the "Wildacres" sign on the left. Follow the road to the Wildacres grounds. Wildacres is about 25 miles from I-40 and, although it is in the mountains it is a good road and easy to drive. The nearest airport is Ashville (50 miles). From there you can rent a car or we can arrange for van transportation. (See flying information under "DATES" on Page 2. You will receive a detailed map with your acceptance letter.
OTHER INFORMATION: What to wear, workshop schedules, maps, - everything will be in your acceptance letter.