DeGray Lake Resort

Let’s have a wedding!

2027 State Park Entrance Road• Bismarck, AR 71929 • http://www.degray.com Phone: (501) 865-5850 • Fax: (501) 865-5880 •Toll Free: 1-800-737-8355

DeGray Lake Resort

Table of Contents Welcome 2 About Us 3 Facilities 4-6 Catering 7 Vendors 8 Officials 9 Checklist 10-11 Emergency Kit 12

Photographs courtesy of: Mr. & Mrs. Blake Duffield and Hudson Photography Inc.

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Welcome to DeGray Lake Resort State Park

Our staff of catering, culinary, and event experts are at your service to help you plan the wedding of your dreams, with memories to last a lifetime. We provide a wide variety of quality services to meet your needs. Our wedding packet includes planning information that will be helpful in making your arrangements. We can customize your event to meet your needs and encourage you to call for an appointment, where we may give you a tour and introduce you to DeGray Lake Resort State Park.

Arrangements . . .

To ensure a successful event, please contact us as soon as you begin planning. We request that you provide us with the following information, even if you are estimating:

Guarantees . . .

The attendance count for your event must be finalized seven calendar days in advance. If attendance falls below the final guarantee, the charge will be for the guaranteed amount. DeGray Resort Lodge also requires signed copies of a function contract, meeting and banquet policy, and deposit to secure the space for your particular event. We guarantee that our staff will remain in contact with you through every planning step and assist with any last minute details or questions.

We hope the information provided here will aid you in making the right choice and selecting DeGray Resort Lodge for your special event.

DeGray Resort Sales Staff

Kathy Ritter Director of Sales (501) 865-5854 kathy.ritter@arkansas.gov Linda Hodges Asst. Director of Sales (501) 865-5853 linda.hodges@arkansas.gov Beth Taggard Sales Assistant (501) 865-5859 elizabeth.taggard@arkansas.gov

Name of bride and groom Date and time of event Times for wedding/reception Choice of location(s) in park

Number of guest rooms required Anticipated guest count Style & colors of event Responsible billing party

DeGray Lake Resort State Park is Arkansas’s premier resort state park, nestled among the tall pines in the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains on the shore of 13,800-acre DeGray Lake. DeGray Lake is one of Arkan-sas’s renowned “Diamond Lakes” known for their clear water. DeGray Resort Lodge is ideal for weddings, receptions and rehearsal dinners. The setting is lovely and our ac-commodations are perfect for families with a large en-tourage of out-of-town guests. Lodge amenities include 94 rooms, event rooms for 10-300 persons, a full-service restaurant, on-premise catering, swimming pool, hot tub, and fitness center, as well as free hi-speed and Wi-Fi internet access all surrounded by the beauty and splendor of the state park.

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S In addition to amenities offered at the island resort, your guests can enjoy a round of golf on

the beautiful DeGray Lake Resort State Park Golf Course, hike one of the park trails, or cruise the lake in a rental from the full-service marina. DeGray Day Spa is located on premises and offers a full range of spa services. Open Monday through Saturday from 10am to 7pm, please contact the spa at (501) 865-5850 Ext. 2121 or (501) 520-9256 to make arrangements. Services are by appointment only. Location: Take Highway 7 north from I-30 (exit 78) just 6 miles; OR, take Scenic Highway 7 south from Hot Springs approximately 21 miles to the park entrance. GPS Coordinates: N 34⁰ 14’ 50” / W 93⁰ 8’ 45”

Venue Options

Lakeside Lawn A favorite spot for spring and summer weddings, the Lakeside Lawn (approx.165 ft. by 60 ft.) is the ideal location for an outdoor ceremony with the splendor of DeGray Lake and it’s islands as a back-drop.

Lodge DeGray Lodge offers an event center overlooking the lake that can accommodate up to 300 individuals. The center consists of several rooms that may be utilized individually or combined to provide maximum space. We have enclosed a map of the event center for your convenience.

DeGray Lake Resort State Park offers a number of options ideal for weddings, receptions and rehearsal dinners. Each space can be tailored to suit the individual needs of your event and rented separately or together. Our sales team will work closely with you to determine the perfect venue for your special day.

Golf Course Another intriguing location for a reception or rehearsal dinner is the Pro Shop Patio overlooking DeGray’s beautiful golf course. The patio has seating for 100 guests and is available until 10:00 p.m. the day of your event.

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Full Conference Center, Lakeside Lawn, or Golf Course Patio

Rate applies to each facility and final cost is determined

by number of guest rooms booked at the resort. No. of guest rooms Cost per use*

72 to 95 Complimentary

36 to 71 $210.00

11 to 35 $310.00

1 to 10 $510.00

None $610.00

Individual Conference Center Rooms

Rate applies to each room and final cost is determined

by number of guest rooms booked at the resort. No. of guest rooms Cost per use*

46 or more Complimentary

16 to 45 $160.00

1 to 15 $210.00

None $260.00

*Per use limited to one full day’s operation or any portion of a day

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CEREMONY & RECEPTION LOCATIONS

GUEST ROOMS

Lodging

(2 Adults)

Winter

Jan. 1–Feb. 28

Nov. 15–Dec. 31

Spring & Fall Mar. 1-May 14

Sep. 7-Nov. 14

Summer

May 15-Sep. 6

$80.00 $90.00 $95.00

Addl. Person $10.00 $10.00 $10.00

Rates do not include applicable sales tax.

ADDITIONAL CHARGES

White Wedding Chairs $2 per chair

The cost of tables and chairs, as well as basic table linens, within the convention center is in-

cluded in the rental price of the space. Plates, cutlery, serving pieces and regular drinking glasses

are included in your catering charges. There are no additional charges for these items unless you

require beer and wine glasses. Please refer to the current catering menu for rates on these items.

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Our policy is all food, beverage and snack items served in the resort and meeting rooms must be provided by the resort. We do not allow food, beverages, snacks or other catered items to be brought into the resort. Items such as wedding cakes, alcohol or bags of hard candy, can be purchased and brought in; however, these items must be agreed upon in writing by both parties in advance. Specialty items such as chocolate covered strawberries or a chocolate fountain may also be approved. Please discuss all reception plans with the sales department in detail. Failure to comply with lodge meeting and banquet policies will result in an additional $400.00 catering charge to be added to the group’s final bill. The resort is located in a “dry” county. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted in public areas at the resort, including the lobby, restaurant, hallways, swimming pool and grounds area. Alcoholic beverages are permitted in guestrooms and reserved meeting or banquet rooms only. Bar set-up options are available to you through resort catering. All food and beverage prices quoted are subject to current sales tax and service charges. Function details and menu selections are required 30-45 days prior to your event and a guaranteed head count is required 7 days in advance. If attendance falls below the final guar-antee, the charge will be for the guaranteed amount. The resort does not permit fixing of any materials to walls, floors, ceilings, tables or chairs without permission from management. Groups are not allowed to bring in fog machines, confetti, glitter, popcorn, crepe paper, bubbles, silly string or sequins. Please refer to the Meeting and Banquet Policy statement for a more detailed list of lodge regulations. All bridal parties are required to sign a copy of the statement.

The catering menu is included for your convenience.

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Ambrosia Bakery South Park Plaza 3909 Central Hot Springs, AR (501) 525-4500 www.ambrosiabakeryco.com Karen’s Cakes & Catering 9 Dorothy Road Arkadelphia, AR (870) 246-4825

The Stone Turtle Florists 6 Pine Street Village Arkadelphia, AR (870) 230-1500 www.thestoneturtle.com Hudson Photography Inc. PO Box 10316 Fayetteville, AR (888)-391-9907 (toll free) www.hudsonphotos.com

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Hot Springs Limousine Service 203 Burchwood Bay Rd. Hot Springs, AR (501) 525-4970 Kelzek Fine Jewelry & Gifts 608 Main Street Arkadelphia, AR (870) 246-2881

Precious Memories Wedding Rentals 3131 Airport Road, Suite A Pearcy, AR 71964 (501) 760-1555 www.precious-memories-wedding-rentals.com

The sales team at DeGray Lake Resort is often asked to provide a list of local officials who are qualified to perform a marriage ceremony. However, we are unable to provide recommenda-tions according to any particular religious affiliation. You are welcome to bring any official of your choosing for wedding ceremonies, but a list of government officials is provided below for your convenience.

Hot Springs County Court Information County Courthouse 210 Locust Street Malvern, AR 72104-3791 (501) 332-2221 Justice of the Peace Listing Pete Willis Brian Coston Brenda Weldon James Cranford William T. Ross Valerie Wiley Harold Thornton

Clark County Court Information

County Courthouse Courthouse Square Arkadelphia, AR 71923 (870) 246-5847 Justice of the Peace Listing Jonathan Huber Albert Neal Brown Hardman E.B. Green Jerry Buck Vicki Smithpeters Frances McGill Mac Neel Penny Ross Tom Calhoon Vanilla Hannah

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Please speak with the county courthouse directly for contact information for each justice. DeGray Lodge is located in Clark County.

Wedding Checklist It’s all in the details

Nine – Twelve Months

Announce your engagement Book florist

Set the date and time for your ceremony Book videographer

Reserve locations for your ceremony & reception Book band or DJ

Make a budget Order the wedding cake

Hire a wedding coordinator, if desired Begin shopping for your dresses & accessories

Book photographer Research honeymoon options

Book caterer Register for your church’s pre-marriage counseling or

classes, if required

Six – Nine Months

Gather names and addresses for your guest list Purchase or rent attire for groom and groomsmen

Make hotel arrangements for out-of-town guests

Four – Six Months

Finalize guest list Register for gifts

Send save-the-date cards, if desired Finalize honeymoon and wedding night accommodations

Order invitations, napkins and programs Coordinate rehearsal dinner plans

Purchase wedding rings

Two – Four Months

Discuss service with officiant Mail invitations about six weeks before wedding date

Make appointments for hair, manicure and makeup Write announcement for newspaper

Coordinate attendants’ luncheon Apply for marriage license no more than 60 days prior to

the ceremony

Write wedding vows, if desired

Two Weeks

Purchase attendants’ gifts Confirm date to send announcement to newspaper

Finish any accessories or party favors that your are making Type up a schedule of events for attendants

Purchase welcome bag goodies for out-of-town guests Have final dress fitting

One Week

Provide caterer with total guest count Pack for your honeymoon

Confirm last-minute details with vendors. Make sure pay-

ments are ready

Ask a trustworthy friend or relative to take home any gifts

you receive at the reception

Put together an emergency kit including safety pins, bobby pins, breath mints, a sewing kit, pain reliever, Band-aids, spot remover and other items you might need

If you don’t have a wedding coordinator, designate a fam-ily member or close friend to help with unexpected occur-rences

Wedding Checklist (pg. 2)

One Day

Gather everything you will need to take to the ceremony Give gifts to wedding party

Rehearse Ceremony Get plenty of sleep

Wedding Day

Allow enough time to get ready Relax and enjoy

After the Honeymoon

Have gown cleaned and/or preserved If you are changing your name, start the process of updat-

ing your Social Security card, driver’s license, credit cards,

Write and mail thank-you notes

Personal Notes and Checklist

One Day

Wedding Day

After the Honeymoon

Wedding Day Emergency Kit A checklist of things every bride should have on hand on her wedding day. Be prepared! Print this list and check off items as you assemble your kit.

Grooming hand lotion, wet wipes curling iron, hot rollers

tissues hairdryer

cotton balls, cotton swabs brush, comb

makeup hairspray, hair gel

makeup remover bobby pins, hair elastics, barrettes

nail polish in shade worn headband or clips for pulling hair back while applying

makeup

nail polish remover toothbrush, toothpaste, floss

nail file mouthwash

tweezers baby powder

small grooming scissors deodorant

small hand towel perfume

lint brush

Attire

“throwaway” garter safety pins and a sewing kit with thread the color of

bride’s and attendants’ dresses

clear nail polish for runs in pantyhose masking tape or sewing tape (for last-minute ripped hems)

extra earring backs small scissors (for thread)

extra buttons club soda or other stain removal solutions

flat shoes for the reception iron

extra pantyhose

Health/Medical antacid bandages

antihistamine, cold remedy, any prescription medications upset stomach remedy

aspirin, pain relievers feminine hygiene products (tampons, panty liners, etc.)

Miscellaneous extra copies of directions to reception small flashlight

breath mints folding utility knife

cell phone and home phone numbers of all wedding partici-

pants duct tape

contact information for all vendors ________________________________________________

snacks ________________________________________________

cooler with juice, sodas, and bottled water ________________________________________________

champagne, glasses ________________________________________________