DRAPER CABIN

     The use of this cabin is a unique experience in itself. On no other state forest property can one rent an old log cabin and digress back in time 110 years to an age when electricity was not available. Heating was done by burning wood in a stone fireplace and food was prepared over the burning coals.
     Due to the popularity and heavy use of DRAPER CABIN, it has been necessary to repair, maintain and secure the cabin and limit the number of cabin occupants so as not to overburden the cabin and surrounding area.
     Minimum rental on a weekend is for two nights (Friday and Saturday). On weekends having holidays connected to them the minimum rental period is for three nights. Sunday and Monday nights cannot be reserved unless also rented for prior Friday and Saturday.

RENTAL GUIDELINES

A.     Reservation Procedure for Renting DRAPER CABIN

I.      Rental from - April 1 through November 15

1. Reservations for the calendar year will only be accepted after January 1.
2. Call for current available dates.
3. Complete reservation form and submit to Forest Headquarters Office, include payment for nightly fees of $15.00 + 75 tax for each night requested. A separate check for each reservation form would be appreciated.
4. DO NOT include key and damage deposit of $25.00 at this time. This CASH deposit will be collected when checking in. The deposit will be returned to you by check, providing the cabin and surrounding area are clean and the key is returned to the office.
5. The reservation is confirmed by receiving back the standard DNR receipt NR-7 and a photocopy of your reservation form.

II. Rental from - November 15 through March 31, NOT RESERVABLE

1. Call the Forest Headquarters Office on the day you desire to rent the cabin to inquire: (1) if the cabin is available or (2) if weather conditions are acceptable for renting the cabin.
2. Please be prepared to give your Name, Address, Telephone Number and planned time of arrival.
3. Lessee must arrive at the property no later than the agreed upon time to (1) complete the reservation form (2) pay fees of $15.00 +.75 tax for each night requested (3) provide key & damage CASH deposit of $25.00 which will be returned by check providing the cabin is clean and the key is returned to the office.
4. Other lessees will be considered for renting the cabin if the call-in lessee fails to meet the arrival time deadline.
5. This rental is confirmed only after all fees have been paid and damage deposit received.

B. Renting DRAPER CABIN

1. The responsible person, over 18 years of age, must register at the Forest Headquarters Office before 3:30 p.m. of the first night requested.
2. Persons failing to show up for their reservation will forfeit all prepaid fees.
3. A key and damage CASH deposit of $25.00 is required to insure cabin users privacy and to provide for a cleaner environment. The deposit will be returned by mail after the access key is returned to the Forest Headquarters Office and the cabin has been inspected and found to be in good condition.
4. Checkout time is 12:00 p.m. noon following the last rental night.
5. All property regulations must be followed while on the property.

C. DRAPER CABIN Occupancy

1. The number of persons to occupy the cabin shall not exceed 14.
2. At no time shall the access road be blocked.
3. At no time shall signs be posted, unless permission is give by the Property Manager.

I understand and will adhere to the "Rental Guidelines" established for DRAPER CABIN.
I would like to reserve the cabin for _________ nights from _____________to_________
Enclosed is $ __________+___________ $ tax to cover rental fees.
Name ___________________________ Telephone Number _____________________
Address ______________________________________________________________
City ______________________________ State __________ Zip _________________
Signature of responsible adult ______________________________________________

Please make checks payable to:

FOREST HEADQUARTERS
Morgan Monroe State Forest
6220 Forest Road
Martinsville, Indiana 46151

For additional information you may call:
765-342-4026 or FAX 765-342-4505

OFFICE USE ONLY:

Receipt #  ___________________         Date Check Received ____________________