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Three Cheers For The Transportation Department

Posted by: Cheri Barkley in transportation, mechanics, facilities, drivers, Bus Ride, ACE Adventure Resort on Oct 14, 2009

Many people both behind the scenes and behind the wheels are the transportation gurus here at ACE. As a customer, I got to know many of the bus drivers by name.

I may not be the sharpest tool in the shed, but after all, they had the cold drinks after the trip! And don't tell, but you can enjoy them on a school bus — not to mention, one that's clean, and won't leave you stranded by the side of the road! OK, I apologize; it's the teacher in me that's coming out.

I was also impressed with the fact that given the no-fault roads with WV guardrails (only trees) that these talented drivers could maneuver a bus full of adrenaline-pumped customers safely to and from the river. It is no small undertaking.

Rafting, Yes — But Camping?

Posted by: ScottP in fears, facilities, camping, Cabins, ACE Adventure Resort on Aug 31, 2009

When people speak of camping, I scoff. It is truly a foreign language to me. And I speak to gung-ho campers daily. But it doesn't stick.

They love the outdoor cooking. The tent sleeping. The fresh morning air. Say what?

I am trying to camp at the end of August and am really conflicted about it. My friends, Katie and Phil, are bringing a group, and I feel the peer pressure to camp. 2 nights. Outdoors. Help.

Find Your Way To The Lost Paddle For A Meal

Posted by: ScottP in food, Family Vacations, facilities, Dining, ACE Adventure Resort on Aug 24, 2009

I am a huge fan of the Dining Lodge – as my previous blogs can attest.

Luckily, here at ACE we have another dining option, The Lost Paddle Bar and Grill.

Outside you will regularly see raft guides and guests hanging out and playing cornhole.

(Cornhole is like a more redneck version of horseshoes. As a redneck, I can use the word so no one gets offended or writes back with a nasty comment.)

What do you want ACE to build next?

Posted by: Rick in zipline canopy tour, Trails, facilities, Cabins, bathrooms, ATV, activities, ACE Lake, ACE Adventure Resort on Jul 22, 2009

I’m serious. I want to know, what you would like to see ACE build next?

I just spent half a day hiking around Mountain Top Campground trying to layout an 18-hole Frisbee golf course. It’s not an easy task walking, and some times climbing, up and down the mountainous terrain of ACE’s 1,500 acres.

When I finally got back to my car, sweaty and dirty, I started writing notes and drawing diagrams on my map. Then I realized: What a great job!

No One Gets Out Hungry At ACE

Posted by: ScottP in food, facilities, Dining, ACE Adventure Resort on Jul 10, 2009

I am not ashamed to admit my love of everything epicurean. Any food. Any genre. Any nationality. With one exception: okra. I don’t enjoy the slimy texture.

Last night, Ma Perdue and I ate in the ACE Dining Lodge for the first time for my birthday and it was a great experience. I was a bit concerned that there would not be items that would play into my new health-kick, but I was pleasantly surprised.

No Dogs Allowed (Not Even Mine, Dang It)

Posted by: ScottP in reservations, Family vacation, facilities, Dog Policy, animals, ACE Adventure Resort on Jun 29, 2009

Do you have parts of your job that you dread? As a reservationist, mine is relaying the fact that we are a pet-free resort.

I am a warehouse of useless pop culture knowledge. Does anyone else remember the Charlie Brown cartoon “Snoopy, Come Home” with the sick little girl that Snoopy wants to visit? Every time he tries, a large booming voice echoes “NO DOGS ALLOWED.”

That is the way I feel every time I have to reinforce that policy here at ACE.

The Ladies Shower House – Part II

Posted by: Beth in wetsuits, facilities, bathrooms, ACE Adventure Resort on Jun 22, 2009

I’m pleased to report the women’s shower house is now open for business. It’s even better than I could have imagined — with ample room for an entire bus trip of ladies.

I truly love all the open space to maneuver into your wetsuit before your trip and wrestle back out of it at the end of the day. There’s even plenty of room for assistance, if necessary.

With so many shower stalls and bathrooms, all with doors that close, the privacy is wonderful. And I have to say, the tile selection and wood trim is spot on. It all ties together to make for a very pleasant space.

We even have automated hand driers. I know that doesn’t sound like a big deal, but a lot of consideration went into this one decision.

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