Bushkill Hotel Holds Annual Pocono festival

USA, BUSHKILL, PA (SANEPR.com) July 2, 2008 -- Fernwood Hotel and Resort, a Bushkill hotel, is proud to once again host the 13th Annual Pocono Chicken Wing-Off, benefiting Monroe County Meals On Wheels. The event is slated for Sunday August 10, 2008 from noon to 4:00 pm on the Fernwood Hotel and Resort Great Lawn.

Each year, wings are judged in four categories: ‘Chef’s Choice’, ‘Most Original’, ‘People’s Choice for Hottest Wing’, and ‘People’s Choice for Best Tasting Wing’. Each entry receives radio and print advertising, and category winners receive local billboard announcements. Attendees at this Bushkill hotel can explore an event jammed with contests, live music, and a Pepsi sponsored play area with fun giveaways for the whole family.

Mimi Michaels, Executive Director of Meals On Wheels, comments. "The Chicken Wing-Off is a….tradition that is successful because of the area restaurants who participate, sponsors, and the Fernwood Hotel and Resort. This event is a reflection of how local businesses and area non-profits can join forces to create events that make the region more attractive and a better place to live and work."

Gina Bertucci, spokesperson for this Bushkill hotel says, "The earlier you submit your entry, the more print and airtime we will be able to provide….” Contact Loretta Porvaznik for registration forms by calling 570-588-6661 ext. 2106.

Fernwood Hotel and Resort is a 440 acre four season Bushkill hotel located on Route 209 just minutes from the Delaware Water Gap. They offer both villa and hotel room accommodations. Special festival and Bushkill hotel stay packages are available on the Fernwood Hotel and Resort website at www.fernwoodhotel.com or call 1-888-FERNWOOD.

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