Meet our Staff

Randy and Ayla Meckes
The Pavilion at the Park is owned by Randy and Ayla Meckes. Randy is an avid fisherman. He also enjoys gourmet cooking, baking bread and walking with his best friend "Ayla". Ayla was born and raised in Sullivan County. She enjoys nature and her passion is photographing wildlife ourdoors. Although they spend a few weeks vacationing at The Pavilion, their home is in North Idaho where they enjoy fishing, hiking, canoeing, skiing and the areas breathtaking scenery. Their goal with The Pavilion is to provide their guests the ultimate getaway with a friendly and memorable lodging experience.

Carmeta and Richard States
Rich is from Punxsutawney and has lived in the county for 6 years where he met Carmeta who is a life long resident of Sullivan County. Rich and Carmeta were married right here at The Pavilion on September 13, 2003. All together they have 5 boys (Erik, Tyler, Alex, Ryan, and Cory) and as time permits the whole family enjoys camping and outdoor activities. Living on the premises, Rich and Carmeta have taken on a new adventure as Innkeepers and promise to do their very best in providing you with a wonderful and enjoyable stay at The Pavilion.