#### L34 (COWP)

To: Persons or Groups Requesting Use of the Picnic Shelter

### From: Kathy McKay, Chief Ranger, Cowpens National Battlefield

Subject: Procedures for Requesting Use of Picnic Shelter

Attached is an application for a permit for using the picnic shelter at
Cowpens National Battlefield. Please read and sign the application and
return. Pending approval of the application you will be notified if it
has been approved and asked to sign the binding permit at that time. If
you are mailing the form, the address is:

**Cowpens National Battlefield**

##### Post Office Box 308

# Chesnee, SC 29323

## Shelter Hours are: 9:00AM - 4:30PM

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### A **[non-refundable check for the fee]{.underline}** of \$35 (for reservations of the shelter) is required for groups of 50 or less. The fee is \$60 for groups of 50-100 people or \$100 for groups of 100-125. A **[refundable security deposit of \$50.00 is also required]{.underline}.** Payment in the form of a check is preferred and the check for the security deposit must be separate from the reservation check. The fee and deposit are waived for curriculum-based school groups. **Both checks** should be made payable to the **National Park Service** and received in our office **[no later than 2 weeks after receipt of this letter]{.underline}** before reservations are finalized. This permit is for the shelter area only, not all surrounding grounds or area. 

###### Note: two checks are required: 1. non-refundable fee for use of shelter

> **2. refundable check for security deposit to be returned to you if
> the shelter is left in good and clean condition. If not, the security
> deposit will be forfeited at the decision of the Park staff.**

The **[\$50.00 deposit will be refunded if]{.underline}** the area
including restrooms is left in a clean and orderly manner at the
conclusion of your use of the facility. Your adherence to all the rules
and regulations governing the battlefield in addition to the conditions
stated in this letter will insure the continued privilege of using this
facility. The **refundable deposit check will be returned to you after
your use of the facility [provided the area is clean, free of debris and
in such condition]{.underline} that groups following you may use the
picnic shelter after you are through.**

Your safety and enjoyment are important to us. Please remember you share
the battlefield with persons from throughout the United States and many
other countries as well. Speed limit on the tour road is 30 miles per
hour and in the picnic area it is 20 miles per hour. Parking is allowed
only in marked spaces. **The auto loop road is a one way road from the
visitor center to the exit near the front gate. To exit the picnic area,
turn right on loop road.**

We encourage your group to learn more about the story of the Battle of
Cowpens and why this area is protected and preserved for this and future
generations. The visitor center and trails are available to help you
understand the battle and its impact on the outcome of the American
Revolution. If you have suggestions that could enhance your visit to the
battlefield or if you have a problem while visiting us, contact the lead
ranger on duty at the visitor center.

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### If you have questions about this permit, please call us at (864)461-2828.

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### ***Please remember to leave only footprints and take only memories.***