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Alive @ Five Ticket Giveaway

8/21/2019

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FREDERICK, MD — Downtown Frederick is the place to be this summer, and not just on weekends! Each Thursday from 5 - 8 p.m. friends gather on Carroll Creek for Alive @ Five to watch some of the best local and regional musicians showcase their talents. 

For your chance to win three tickets to any of this year's SEVEN remaining Alive @ Five dates, comment on our Facebook post with the band you're most looking forward to seeing at this event. (Need to refresh your memory? Check out the rest of this year's lineup below.) 

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We will randomly select THREE winners at 3 p.m. on Thursday, August 22. 
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Prepare to gather your best buds for a fun-filled evening with music, food, beer, and wine! (Or take yourself four times, we don't judge.)

CONTEST RULES: 
No purchase necessary. Must be 21 or older to enter. Alive @ Five is a 21+ event. 

Contest runs from Wednesday, Aug. 21 to 3 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 22. 

Three winners will be selected randomly at 3 p.m. Thursday 8/22 and will be notified through a tagged Facebook post and a private message. Winners may pick up tickets at Pulse Publishing between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday - Friday or choose to have the tickets mailed to their home address.  

This contest is run by Pulse Publishing; it is not endorsed, sponsored, or promoted by Facebook in any way. ​​

​Lineup

8/22 Dreadnought Brigade (Roots Rock)
8/29 Ghost Pepper (Danceable Rock) 
9/5 The Players (Ska / Reggae) 
9/12 The Voodoo Blues (New Orleans Style Blues / Funk / Cajun) 
9/19 Turtle Recall (Alternative) 
9/26 Luna & the Starless Few (Soul / R&B) 
10/3 Haley Fahey Band (Southern rock / pop / soul) ​​

Not a winner this time? Don't worry! Follow our FiNDiT Frederick Facebook page and check back for more contests. 
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FiNDiT123: The Lodges at Gettysburg

8/8/2019

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FiNDiT3: The Giveaway 

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GETTYSBURG, PA — Whether you're a nature lover, history buff or you just really need a break, The Lodges at Gettysburg is the perfect option for a peaceful getaway. Only a little over half an hour from the City of Frederick, The Lodges offers a tranquil spot to hike, fish, eat, spend time with family and take in the stunning views of Gettysburg itself. 

If you've been keeping up with this week's blog posts, you may know a little about what The Lodges has to offer, and you may be interested in seeing it for yourself. Now, we're giving you the chance to make that a reality with a one-night stay giveaway! 

For your chance to win this free overnight stay with up to three other guests, comment on the contest post on our FiND iT Frederick Facebook page with what you'd like to do in Gettysburg. Would you stick around The Lodges and take advantage of everything it has to offer, or would you want to venture out to the battlefields and learn some history? Whatever you choose to do, it's sure to be a memorable trip. 

Contest Details

When the contest has concluded, one winner will be randomly selected for a free overnight stay for up to four people at The Lodges at Gettysburg. 

The winner may choose to stay one night in either the Captain's Lodge or the Lieutenant's Lodge between Sunday - Friday (not Saturday night) based on availability. The voucher is valid for up to a year after it is received.

For a romantic getaway, The Lodges General Manager Denise Schultz recommends the Captain's Lodge, which includes a king-sized bed, a kitchenette and a large bathroom with a gorgeous slate shower. 

​The Lieutenant's Lodge features one bedroom with two queen beds and a separate living room with a queen-size sleeper sofa and is perfect for those staying with more than one other person. 
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The Captain's Lodge

Contest Rules

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The Lieutenant's Lodge
No purchase necessary, Must be 21 or older to enter. 

The contest runs from Friday, Aug. 9 through Tuesday, Aug. 12. The contest will conclude at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug, 13 and one winner will be randomly chosen. The winner will be notified through a tagged Facebook post (if applicable) and a private message. 

This contest is run by Pulse Publishing; it is not endorsed, sponsored, or promoted by Facebook in any way. ​​
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FiNDiT123: The Lodges at Gettysburg

8/8/2019

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FiNDiT2: How It All Started

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GETTYSBURG, PA — Like many places in Gettysburg, The Lodges at Gettysburg has a unique history. What is now a serene, modern event venue with rustic-yet-elegant private lodges was a diamond in the rough — a property previously owned by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg and used for summer camps and retreats. When these camps and retreats were discontinued, the vast property overlooking the battlefield sat unused until two good friends discovered its potential. It took over a decade after the property purchase to open The Lodges, but persistence and hard work paid off.

Now, The Lodges at Gettysburg is proudly owned by President and Co-Owner Shawn Cassidy along with Co-Owners Terry Harner, Lou Lupin and John Trapani.


Before learning more about the history of The Lodges, check out some before and after photos of the construction below: 

Construction: Before and After

Top row: The Lodges before and during construction.
Bottom row: What The Lodges looks like now.

A brief history of The Lodges at Gettysburg

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It was 1996 when Cassidy flew cross-country from his native California to visit his close friend Terry Harner in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Harner brought Cassidy to the property, which was for sale at the time, and Cassidy couldn’t believe how spectacular the sweeping views were. 

“I made the trip, I looked at it, I loved it, and I said ‘I gotta have it,’” Cassidy said. 

While his goal was to make the property into “some type of special retreat,” the transition was not without some hiccups. The property sale closed in 30 days, but — long story short — it took more than a decade to get the building entitlements and another three years to build the lodges. 

“Fifteen years for our dream project,” Cassidy said. “And that was just to open the doors. [But] there was a passion to build this thing; we were committed.” 
 
One of Cassidy’s main goals was to ensure the Lodges complemented the surrounding natural beauty and wouldn’t be considered an eyesore by locals. Sitting atop one of the highest ridgelines in Gettysburg, the Lodges overlooks vast hallowed and sacred ground. Throughout the years, Cassidy and his team had to convince Gettysburg residents that the vision for the Lodges was appropriate for the space and would not be an eyesore. 

“We wanted to build something the community could be very proud of, that could service companies and organizations throughout the world,” Cassidy said. 

Shawn Cassidy — President and Co-Founder

​Not only is Cassidy the president of the Lodges, he’s also the founder and president of The Leadership and Freedom Conference Center, also located within the Lodges. He describes it as a “business within the hospitality business.” 

“When you think of leadership and sacrifice…. It’s Gettysburg,” Cassidy said. “It’s a perfect fit, and we’re very proud of that.” 

The Leadership and Freedom Center offers resiliency training, mindfulness training, team-building and more with the goal of building trusted leaders, forging trusted teams and encouraging individuals to reach their highest potential. 

Cassidy also authored a well-received book titled “From Fears to Freedom — The H2G Revolution” that provides the keys to personal and professional growth fulfillment and success through his H2G (Head, Heart and Gut) formula. According to Cassidy, the book discusses the need and desire for “building, nurturing and maintaining trust and meaningful relationships. 
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The sweeping view of Gettysburg from The Lodges

Denise Schultz — General Manager

Denise Schultz has spent the last eight years as the General Manager of The Lodges at Gettysburg and brings with her a wealth of knowledge about the hospitality industry, previously working as the Assistant General Manager for an award-winning hotel in downtown Gettysburg. In addition to overseeing daily operations at the Lodges, Schultz can be found participating in every facet of the business from housekeeping to customer relations. 

“Denise is great general manager,” Cassidy said. “She knows every nook and cranny and every detail of this operation. To have someone that grounded to the whole operation… that’s rare.”

Beth Senseney — Director of Events and Catering for The Lodges and the Carriage House Inn

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Approximately a decade ago when The Lodges was under construction, the owners would fly in from California and enjoy dinner at the Carriage House Inn in Emmitsburg. Senseney, who at the time only worked for the Carriage House Inn, built up a rapport with Cassidy, Harner, Lupin and Trapani. When The Lodges sought an exclusive caterer for the venue, the Carriage House Inn stepped forward. 

Since then, the Carriage House Inn and The Lodges have become a close-knit team. Just like the Lodges, it is a family-owned and operated business. Currently, Senseney serves as the Director of Events and Catering for both The Carriage House Inn and The Lodges. 

The Inn, built in 1857, has hosted prominent figures including the Clintons and locally-based bestselling author Nora Roberts. 
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Housekeeping (from left to right) — Melissa Shaffer, Olivia Poole, McKinlee Varner, Lisa Sowards & Maggie Hartzell
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Front Desk — Stewart Cornelius, Nona Ford, Maggie Hartzell & Mierelle Elliott
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Sales Team — Susan Reed, LeeAnne Rutherford & Beth Senseney

​To experience the unmatched hospitality and special staff that makes The Lodges truly memorable, book your stay now. 

Did you miss our first FiNDiT123 about The Lodges? Check out this blog post to learn more about what The Lodges has to offer, and stay tuned on Friday for your chance to win a stay at The Lodges! 
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FiNDiT123: The Lodges at Gettysburg

8/5/2019

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FiNDiT1: The Business

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GETTYSBURG, PA --Just half an hour from the city of Frederick is a tranquil place where you can escape to a destination that offers the amenities and hospitality of a five-star boutique hotel, but also so much more. 

The Lodges at Gettysburg sit atop one of the highest ridgelines in the town, overlooking vast hallowed and sacred ground. Twenty-eight rustic-yet-elegant lodges, encompassing 45 rooms, offer an unforgettable destination for family vacations, weekend getaways, corporate retreats, weddings and other special events.

​As a nod to the deep history of the location, each of the lodges are named after states that fought in the Battle of Gettysburg. 

Read more to find out what makes The Lodges at Gettysburg one of the most unique lodging and event venues in the region: 
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The entrance to the Lodges at Gettysburg on Camp Gettysburg Road — Photo provided by The Lodges at Gettysburg
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The Captain's Lodge — Photo provided by The Lodges at Gettysburg

What to Expect ​

Guests can enjoy the beautiful 63-acre property by hiking on 37 acres of wooded trails, fishing in the three-acre Hunter Lake (borrow some fishing poles from the front desk!) or watching the sunset from atop the mountain. While the town of Gettysburg itself has plenty to offer, guests never have to leave the Lodges during their stay if they would prefer not to.  

Each lodge comes equipped with modern amenities like air conditioning and a refrigerator, as well as luxurious down bedding and comfy mattress toppers. (Those with allergies can request non-down bedding.) Despite these modern conveniences, each lodge is finished with beautiful hardwoods to keep the “rustic elegance” feel that The Lodges strives for. Also, two of the lodges are completely ADA-compliant for guests who need special accommodations. 

The Lodges team is always looking for ways to update, move forward and stay modern. What may seem like a small detail to other lodging companies is taken very seriously by The Lodges. Even amenities like mattresses and iPod hookups were extensively researched by the team. 

“We’re constantly trying to move [forward] with the times here,” said Denise Schultz, general manager of The Lodges. “We never want to lose that rustic elegance, and we will maintain that five-star customer service you’d expect at a five-star hotel.” 

Lodges: Captain's Lodge, Presidential Lodge, General's Lodge, North/South Lodge, Lieutenant's Lodge, Corporal's Quarters, Admiral's Lodge, The Glory Lodge, The General's Lodge (ADA-accessible). 

Weddings and Other Events

Spring, summer, fall or winter, The Lodges is the perfect place to book your dream wedding. 
It is a regionally-renowned all-season wedding venue; it hosts about 65 weddings on its property each year. When booking with Lodges, the happy couple can expect to be the only couple getting married on the property that day so they receive all the attention they deserve. 

If considering the Lodges for their wedding venue, couples should plan to book up to a year or two in advance for their special day. 

The Lodges at Gettysburg doesn’t just host weddings, though. It caters to both public and private sector organizations for meetings and retreats and also hosts special trainings for the military and other agencies. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, retirement, anniversary, company picnic, prom party or wedding, The Lodges has all you need to make the day memorable. 

“We’re so versatile; we can do a five-person event or a 240-person event,” Schultz said. 
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A Lodges wedding in front of Hunter Lake — Photo provided by The Lodges at Gettysburg

Food at The Lodges: Catering, Pub Fare, Breakfast

Hungry vacationers can enjoy tasty pub fare and local drinks at the guests-only Gloryridge Tavern, which offers warm 19th century ambiance, reclaimed hardwood floors, a handcrafted walnut bar and a new outdoor patio. 

Continental breakfast is also served daily from 7:30 a.m to 10:30 a.m.  

For events with 20+ guests, The Carriage House Inn Restaurant & Catering is the exclusive caterer of the Lodges at Gettysburg and meticulously prepares scrumptious meals on-site at the Lodges. Carriage House also works with any guests who have dietary restrictions. 

Located just 10 minutes away over the Mason-Dixon line, the Emmitsburg, MD-based Carriage House is well-known for fine American cuisine, USDA-certified beef and exceptional seafood (try the crab cakes!), but it is also extremely versatile. 

“We prepare everything from filet mignon to hot dogs and burgers,” said Director of Events and Catering Beth Senseney. 

Garnishes and herbs used by Carriage House chefs are from their own herb garden in Emmitsburg, and they also source fresh produce from many local vendors. 

Like The Lodges, The Carriage House Inn is family-owned and operated and has been for over 30 years.

“Their team blends so well with our team, it’s like one big family,” Schultz said.
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Food prepared by Carriage House Catering — Photo provided by The Lodges at Gettysburg
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Gloryridge Tavern — Photo provided by The Lodges at Gettysburg

Unmatched hospitality

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Team Lodges — Photo provided by The Lodges at Gettysburg
The Lodges at Gettysburg believes that if someone is spending their money to stay there, it should be an exceptional experience from check-in to check-out and everything in between. 

“We have a five-star customer service mindset,” said Lodges President and Co-Owner Shawn Cassidy. “Whether it’s a corporate event, a family reunion or a wedding — the most memorable day of their life — we want to make that day special and memorable.”  

Cassidy expressed pride in every facet of the Lodges team, from front desk reception to housekeeping and beyond. 

“What I love is the culture we embrace here — our team embraces it and that’s what makes us so unique,” he said. “Because we’re so small, we’re very nimble and the staff is extremely service-oriented.” 
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