Jellystone Park in Sioux Falls Wins Awards for Excellence in Camping Industry

Sioux Falls, SD (March, 2007) - Bruce and Donna Aljets, owners, and Ray Aljets and Christina Lien, managers of the Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resort at Sioux Falls, have been recognized with the "Carroll Award" and the "Facility of the Year Award" by the Jellystone Park franchise system. The awards were presented at the annual meeting of the Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park group in Cincinnati , Ohio .

The Carroll Award is given to the Camp-Resort with the highest inspection rating among the 70 Jellystone Parks in the United States and Canada . The Aljets received an outstanding score of 100 out of a possible 100 on their inspection. The score is based on numerous items such as proper Yogi Bear theming, clean restrooms, well-manicured and landscaped property, a variety of recreational activities, well maintained campsites and cabins, and the overall appearance of the Camp-Resort.

"We take a lot of pride in keeping our facilities in impeccable condition," said Bruce Aljets. "I'm so proud of our staff for their commitment to quality and for helping to earn our park this recognition."

The Facility of the Year Award is given to the Camp-Resort that has added new amenities and facilities while also showing sustained improvements on current amenities. The newest arrival in lodging for 2007 is another Cindy's Cottage, featuring two bedrooms, a separate sitting area with pull-down bed, a fully equipped kitchenette and private bathroom. And all g uests can enjoy state-of-the-art amenities including a heated pool and spa, playground, game room, mini golf, basketball and volleyball, free hot showers, laundromat, camp store and wireless Internet access.

The park's recreation program includes daily seasonal activities as well as special event weekends from Memorial Day through Labor Day, such as Yogi Bear's Racin' Weekend, Happy Birthday America, Christmas in July and Mardi Gras Weekend. In September, the Aljets will celebrate the Camp-Resort's 15 th Anniversary with a special $15-per-night discount on weekend rates.

Located near Falls Park and Great Plains Zoo, Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resort at Sioux Falls provides the perfect family getaway, offering both city proximity and country quiet. The park is open April 1 through Oct. 15.

About Jellystone Parks

Launched in 1969 by D.M. Haag, the Jellystone Park system is now the second largest chain of campgrounds in the United States, boasting more than 70 campgrounds with more than 15,000 campsites in 26 states and Canada. Its Camp-Resorts are among the best campgrounds in the industry with a quality reputation for being fun, friendly, clean and service-oriented parks that on average have a higher revenue per site night and a longer average stay than that experienced by other campgrounds - independent or franchised. Additionally, each Jellystone Park is themed with Yogi Bear elements providing instant recognition and consumer appeal. It is truly a place "Where You Camp With Friends."®

Yogi Bear Jellystone Parks are franchised through Leisure Systems, Inc. (LSI), a wholly owned subsidiary of The Park River Corporation, Cincinnati, Ohio . For more information about Jellystone Parks, visit www.campjellystone.com

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