Released on: April 4, 2008, 8:00 am

Press Release Author: Kim and Marilyn Smith - Owners

Industry: Environment

Press Release Summary: In early 2008, environmentalists Kim and Marilyn Smith of
Camp Tanamakoon Limited purchased long time Algonquin Park accommodation property
the Pines Cottage Resort.

Press Release Body: Dwight, Ontario - In early 2008, environmentalists Kim and
Marilyn Smith of Camp Tanamakoon Limited purchased long time Algonquin Park
accommodation property the Pines Cottage Resort
(http://www.algonquinparkaccommodations.com). With their recent acquisition of the
Pines Cottage Resort, the Smiths now operate three distinctly different Algonquin
Park tourist properties that all exercise the most up to date environmental friendly
practises available.

"The Pines Cottage Resort will be operated using the same strong environmental ethic
as our other properties. It is our way of running our businesses and has been for
more than 20 years", states owner Kim Smith. "Bartlett Lodge and Camp Tanamakoon,
our two other Algonquin Park accommodation properties, are noted for their extensive
use of products and technologies that are environmentally friendly and make a
lighter footprint on our fragile northern environment. We have set the environmental
standards for the Pines just as high, because we want to preserve the unspoiled
beauty of our natural wilderness for generations to come" adds Smith.

The Smiths\' other Algonquin Park businesses are Camp Tanamakoon for girls and
Bartlett Lodge, a Modified American Plan Resort, located in the heart of Algonquin
Park. Operated by the Smiths\' for over 20 years, both Bartlett Lodge and Camp
Tanamakoon are historic old Muskoka Ontario landmarks that now have the reputation
of being environmentally friendly as well. From site-friendly septic systems to
solar-powered buildings and electric boat motors, their commitment to the
environment is evident in every decision they make. Another significant choice they
have made was to sign on with Bullfrog Power, the first 100% green electricity
retailer in Ontario and essentially pay a premium for renewable electricity.

The Smiths\' experience in the resort industry and their knowledge of the local area
means The Pines Cottage Resort will build on its already strong reputation as a
quiet friendly retreat on the doorstep of Algonquin Park. With the implementation of
environmentally friendly and non-polluting practices into its day-to-day operations,
guests at the Pines will be able to enjoy the beauty of the Algonquin Park area for
years to come.

About The Pines Cottage Resort
The Pines Cottage Resort is an Ontario waterfront housekeeping cottage resort
offering rental cottages on beautiful Oxtongue Lake. For more information, please
visit http://www.algonquinparkaccommodations.com or call 705-635-2379.


Web Site: http://www.algonquinparkaccommodations.com

Contact Details: Summer:
Kim and Marilyn Smith - Owners
The Pines Cottage Resort
RR #1
Dwight, ON, Canada P0A 1H0
Telephone: (705) 635-2379
http://www.algonquinparkaccommodations.com
info@algonquinparkaccommodations.com

Winter:
The Pines Cottage Resort
297 Lakeshore Road E., Suite 2
Oakville, ON, Canada L6J 1J3
Telephone: (905) 338-8908
Fax: (905) 338-3039
1-866-614-5355