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April/May 2016

What’s Inside 6 Spring Tips to Attract Beautiful Birds to Your Yard

10 Overweight Cats

Courtesty of ASPCA

14 How to Get a Great Lawn in Less Time 18 The Art of Jim Smeltz 30 Spring Clean Your Car 32 Camping and Hiking Adventures

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40 The Poconos Outdoors

JIM SMELTZ

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2016 PHOTO CONTEST MARLANA HOLSTEN

Your photos could be seen by more than 26,000 readers when you enter them in Pocono Living Magazineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Annual Photo Contest. The contest is open to amateur photographers only. (Those who do not earn a majority, over half, of their income as photographers). You may enter up to 15 images in each one of these categories: Wildlife, Children and/or Pets, Historical Structures and/or Buildings, Waterfalls and/or Lakes, and Landscapes. Only photographs that are representative of the Pocono Mountains should be submitted. Individual photos should be emailed to: pmags@ptd.net , and must be high resolution, (300 dpi), jpg or tiff files. Winning photos, along with the names and hometowns of each winner, will appear in the October/November 2016 issue of Pocono Living Magazine and on the Pocono Magazines.com website.

PRIZES AWARDED: 1st Place: $150.00 2nd Place: $100.00. 3rd Place: $50.00. Honorable Mentions: One year subscription to Pocono Living & Pocono Family Magazines. In the event of a tie, prize money will be spilt among the winners.

ENTER YOUR BEST SHOTS RULES OF THE CONTEST Contest open to amateur photographers only. Contest opens April 1, 2016 and closes September 1, 2016. Enter electronic files by email to: pmags@ptd.net . Please include your contact information (address, phone number & email address) with the submission so winners may be notified. Each contestant may submit up to 15 photographs in each category. Categories are: Wildlife, Children and/ or Pets, Historic Structures and/or Buildings, Waterfalls and/or Lakes, and Landscapes. Entered photos must have been taken

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recently, from January 2012 to present and be of a scene or subject found in the Pocono Mountains. Judging will take place in September 2016 by the staff of Pocono Magazines, LLC and winners will be notified at that time. Winners will be asked to provide story information about the photo and provide a short bio for publishing in the October/ November 2016 issue of Pocono Living Magazine. Contestants will retain all rights to their photography, but agree that Pocono Magazines, LLC may use their photos from time to time in the magazines that they publish and on the website provided proper credit is given to each photographer. Questions? Email the editor at: pmags@ptd.net

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Spring Tips to Attract Beautiful Birds to Your Yard

hen hosting neighbors and friends for spring gatherings, your thoughts may dwell on accommodating guests. But how often do you consider your animal visitors? “During spring, flocks of birds migrate and are looking for places to refuel and rest,” says Spencer Schock, Founder of WindowAlert, makers of birdfriendly products for homes. “A few small tweaks to your yard, is like placing out a welcome mat.” Unfortunately, migration is not without peril or hardship, but Schock says turning your home into a refuge for birds can be fun and add beauty to your yard. He offers these tips to keep feathered travelers safe during their migratory journey.

Protect flight: Millions of birds die annually by

striking glass, making windows a hazard to birds in flight. Try applying special decals that reflect ultraviolet sunlight to your home’s windows, particularly those windows that are highly reflective of open sky. The decals won’t affect your view because they’re virtually invisible to humans, but will help keep birds safe. For example, those from WindowAlert have patterns that give the appearance of slightly frosted translucent glass, but glow like a stoplight for birds. The brand also makes a high-tech liquid called WindowAlert UV Liquid, which can be applied between decals.

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Such ultraviolet decals have been scientifically proven to keep birds safer. A 2015 American Bird Conservancy Study found that the more WindowAlert decals that were applied to a piece of glass covering the departure point of a flight tunnel, the more birds avoided it (a net protected all the birds in the study from actually getting hurt, no matter where they chose to fly).

Bed and Breakfast: Birdfeeders come in all

shapes, sizes and styles, and simply adding one to your yard can help beautify it and give birds the energy needed to continue their flight. Remember though, bird strikes are often a problem near bird feeders, as feeding birds are easily frightened and are apt to take wild, evasive flight; position feeders closer than three feet or farther than 30 feet from windows. If your feeder is close to the window, birds fly away from the house. Believe it or not, the safest type of feeder is the kind that attach to the window itself.

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You can also make your home’s outdoor spaces more bird-friendly filling your garden with the right plants and flowers for pollinating bird species.

Watch and record: Grab a pair of binoculars

and a field guide book and take note of the types of birds you see and when. This will help you become better prepared for next season. In addition, consider becoming a “citizen scientist” by submitting your observations to The Audubon Society and Cornell University’s database at ebird.org. For more tips on making your home and garden a bird haven, visit WindowAlert.com. “By making a few simple modifications to your yard and home, you can assist birds on their long journey,” says Schock. 

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besity develops when energy intake exceeds energy requirements. The excess energy is then stored as fat. Once a pet is obese, he may remain obese even after excessive caloric intake stops. The majority of cases of obesity are related to simple overfeeding coupled with lack of exercise. Obesity is less common in cats than in dogs. It has been suggested that cats have a much better ability to regulate their own energy intake.   Is your cat too fat? As a subjective assessment of body condition, you should be able to feel the backbone and palpate the ribs in an animal of healthy weight. If you cannot feel your pet’s ribs without pressing, there is too much fat.

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Also, you should see a noticeable “waist” between the back of the rib cage and the hips when looking at your pet from above. Viewed from the side, there should be a “tuck” in the tummy—the abdomen should go up from the bottom of the rib cage to inside the thighs. Cats who fail these simple tests may be overweight.   An additional factor to be considered when managing obesity in cats is hunting. It may be necessary to confine your cat to the house to prevent “additions” to the diet.

We recommend that you consult your pet’s vet before starting on a weight loss program, which should include these major areas:

CORRECT DIET   Overweight animals consume more calories than they require. Work with your veterinarian to determine your pet’s caloric requirements, select a suitable food and calculate how much to feed. The diet should contain a normal level of a moderately fermentable fiber and the type of fat that prevents the skin and coat from deteriorating during weight loss. Diets that dilute calories with high fiber lead to increased stool volumes, frequent urges to defecate and variable decreases in nutrient digestibility.

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EXERCISE   Increasing physical activity can be a valuable contributor to both weight loss and maintenance. Regular exercise burns more calories, reduces appetite, changes body composition and will increase your pet’s resting metabolic rate.

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JIM SMELTZ Jim has been painting for over 45 years â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in acrylic, watercolor, and oil. He has owned galleries at Rock Neck in Gloucester, Massachusetts and in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. He teaches art classes and has about 35 students. Jim has exhibited in many art galleries and participated in juried shows including Marywood College in Scranton, ESU, The Dutot Museum in Water Gap, Bethlehem City Hall Rotunda Gallery, and the State Theater Gallery in Easton, Pa. He is currently represented by DR's Gallery on Main Street, Stroudsburg. Jim lives in Stroudsburg with his wife Beverly. They have 3 children and 7 grandkids.

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"Living in the Pocono Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania is an inspirational experience. The reflection of autumn foliage on a forest stream, the lush green mountains or Canada geese on a mill pond. The beauty of this environment helps me create a painting with fresh sharp color or a pastoral scene of soft pastel shades."

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Spring Clean Your Car:

Tips to Get Your Car in Great Condition

or some, spring cleaning is a timehonored ritual, which doesn’t just apply to your house. Remember that your car is likely in desperate need of some attention after the winter months. “A car that`s well-maintained is safer, cheaper to run, more reliable and can be worth more money at resale time,” says Brian Moody, executive editor of Autotrader. To help, Autotrader editors are sharing “Simple Spring Car Care” tips to get your car in tip-top shape for the busy driving season ahead:

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It’s tempting to run the car through an automated car wash, but those big revolving brushes can dull the finish over time. If you’re not allowed to wash your car at home due to regional laws or neighborhood rules, seek out a good drive-thru wash and hand wax instead. • Check and set your car’s tire pressure to the level specified in your owner’s manual or on the driver’s door sill. As temperatures warm up, the air in your tires can expand and that might impact the way the car handles. Be sure not to over-inflate the tires. While low tire pressure can cause the tire to heat up if it’s not rolling down the road properly, extreme over inflation can cause a blowout in high temperatures. • Have a qualified mechanic do a visual inspection under the hood. If you’re comfortable doing this yourself, check for worn belts or hoses and make sure your coolant (sometimes called anti-freeze) isn’t too old. Coolant lasts a long time, but keeping track of when it was last changed, especially in older cars, can help you avoid overheating as the temperatures gradually climb.

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Camping and Hiking Adventures COURTESY POCONO MOUNTAINS VISITORS BUREAU

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s the weather warms, Mother Nature is beginning to open her hands to visitors. The unspoiled woods and waters of our area are just waiting to be enjoyed. What better way to experience the outdoors than to sleep under the stars and hike through the woodlands? Camping and hiking are usually synonymous with one another, and both provide an authentic outdoor experience. The Poconos abound with endless opportunities for camping, and fortunately, many campsites in the Pocono Mountains have hiking trails, lakes or rivers close by too! The healthful benefits to be derived from enjoying the fresh mountain air, the clear lakes, rivers, streams, and the endless trails are too numerous to mention. Suffice it to say, they are good for the body, mind & soul. Gearing up to enjoy these adventures is pretty simple. A pair of good hiking boots, a stout staff, some khaki clothing and a few water bottles is all that is needed to get started. If you find yourself enjoying the sport often, you can advance to backpacks, tents, sleeping bags, camp ware and the other assorted paraphernalia all the way up to a deluxe motorized camper. Organizations such as the Pocono Environmental Education Center, the Monroe County Recreation Department, the Monroe County Environmental Education Center, Kittatinny Canoes and YMCA have planned events, hikes, day trips and river sojourns throughout the spring, summer & fall. Or, simply grab a map of the area from any of the Visitorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bureaus and strike out on your own. There is a lot to discover! Here are a few of my favorite places that I can recommend. All have hiking, camping, woods & water!

Tobyhanna State Park Tucked away off Route 423 just north of the village of Tobyhanna is one of the nicest parks on the Pocono Plateau. It boasts a sprawling man-made lake (a leftover vintage of the ice making days), a 100+ site campground, and an intricate trail system.

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There are rowboats, sailboats, and canoes for rent at the lake, a nice sand beach with lifeguards during the summer season, and plenty of fish to be caught. The campground is located on a peninsula that juts into the lake; hence many sites are lakefront sites. There are sites for tenters, motor campers, and the handicapped. The bath facilities are undergoing an upgrade from “primitive” to “modern”. The main trail surrounds the lake and is handicapped accessible. It is a 7 mile loop that can easily be completed in a few hours. Other trails lead to state game lands and a few boreal bog remnants.

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Northeast of Canadensis, and accessible from route 191 or 196, lies the famous Promised Land State Park. It is one on the state’s most visited parks. It also offers a man-made lake, several campground areas, and many trail leading to interesting locations close by. Even though is was given the name “Promised Land” to attract early settlers to establish homesteads and farm the land, the settlers quickly found out that the ground was just too rocky, and gave up for better land elsewhere. It is still just as rocky today, so be sure to have a good pair of stout hiking shoes.

Hickory Run State Park Taking 80 West out past the village of White Haven brings you to the exit for Hickory Run State Park. Just follow the signs thereafter. This also is rugged land, once covered by glaciers. A small campground and pond, many trails with deep gorges and glens with crystal clear streams spread through out the park. But…the main attraction is the Boulder Field, a national registered landmark. It is hard to believe the force of nature that created it, but it is miles across and is nothing but big stones atop more big stones some the size of cars. Be sure to take your camera along, you will want to photograph your friends standing on the field.

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area Perhaps the biggest and best attraction in the Poconos, the recreation area was created when local citizens effectively blocked the Tocks Island Dam Project for the Delaware River in the mid ‘70s. Many think our area is much better for it today. It is traversed by the wild & scenic Delaware River, an endless source of adventures and fun on the water. Administered by the National Park Service, it offers a myriad of trails including segments of the famous Appalachian Trail. There are campsites all along the course of the river and some are primitive sites located on islands in the river. These sites are for use by the canoeists

making 2 or 3 day long trips on the river. A mix of mountain ridges and broad valleys which are still leased out for farming, the recreation area offers some of the best panoramic scenery in the Poconos. It is impossible to see it all in a day, so make it a destination for you or your family all season long. More information is available for free from the park headquarters.

Lake Wallenpaupack A great choice for campers and hikers happens to be one of the most obvious – Lake Wallenpaupack. There are four separate areas to camp around the lake, all of which offer some comforts of home (electricity, hot showers, etc…) Caffrey, Wilsonville, Ledgedale, and Ironwood Point Campsites all boast hiking trails in or nearby the campsite. Ledgedale and Shuman Point have natural areas with designated trails. If you’re looking to get off the beaten path, you can explore the wetlands around the Beech House Creek Wildlife Refuge.

Jim Thorpe Camping Resort Ask anyone in the Pocono Mountains and they’ll tell you Jim Thorpe has a lot to offer, including shopping, fishing, biking, and nightlife. But don’t forget about camping and hiking. The Jim Thorpe Camping Resort is a 28-acre wooded campground. There are 15 miles of restored switchback railroad track to hike. You can hike along the Lehigh River or head over to Beltzville State Park for different terrain. Take your camera and expect to see wildlife.

Outdoor World Scotrun Outdoor World Scotrun is located close to the geographical center of the Pocono Mountains. It is an excellent “base camp” for those who would like to explore the region from their own campsite. Located just minutes from designer outlet shopping, skiing at one of the premier Pocono ski areas, and water park fun, this mountain property has a host of activities and amenities and a long list of nearby attractions. Its amenities include a general store, lake, recreation center and facilities, mini-golf, swimming pool and video games to name a few. Rt. 611, P O Box 428, Scotrun, Pa. 18355, 1-800-222-5557, www.1000trails.com

Otter Lake Camp Resort In the Northern Poconos, next to the Delaware State Forest, lies Otter Lake Camp Resort. It is 250 acres of spacious wooded campsites with a large clear lake that offers an abundance of outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing in the sprinfg, swimming and boating in the APRIL/MAY 2016 POCONO LIVING MAGAZINE© 35

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summer, biking and foliage –watching in the fall and snowmobiling or cross country skiing in winter. Amenities include a game room, live entertainment, movies, bingo, and ceramics. You may swim year round in a heated indoor pool including a sauna and whirlpools. Rent a canoe, rowboat or paddle boat for use on the lake among many othe activities for adults and the kids. Close to the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, the opportunities for hiking and adventures are endless. P O Box 850, Marshall’s Creek, Pa 18335, 570-223-0123, www. otterlake.com

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Located in the Southeastern corner of the Poconos, Driftstone is a “Riverfront” family campground. Offering many riverfront campsites and activities on the Delaware River, Driftstone may be considered a destination campground. It is a full service campground, with sites for tents and RVs. Amenities include camp store, game room, swimming pool, laundry, dump station, cable TV on selected sites, free campground-wide WiFi, playground, softball and volleyball fields, basketball, ping pong and planned activities. Driftstone also offers adventure canoe, kayak & raft trips on the Delaware River for their guests. Trips vary from 1½ to 7 hours and provide some of the best scenery the Delaware River has to offer. 2731 River Road, Mt. Bethel, Pa 18343, 1-888-355-6859, www. driftstone.com We are truly fortunate to live in the Pocono Mountains, with outdoor recreation opportunities all around us. Few activities get you closer to nature than camping and hiking. Whether you’re into extreme sports or just looking to “get away” for a few hours, take advantage of the options in the beautiful mountains of northeast Pennsylvania. 

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The Poconos Outdoors

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n Saturday, April 2

n Sunday, April 3

AMAZING AMPHIBIANS Join John Burns, Ph.D. of the American Museum of Natural History at 10am for a morning of amazing amphibian adaptations. John is a Stroudsburg native and has been working on gaining a greater understanding of the incredible relationship between spotted salamanders and symbiotic green algae. Cost: $5/non-members, $3/children under 12. EE Center members FREE. Kettle Creek EE Center, 570-629-3061, or www. mcconservation.org.

SPRING WATERFALLS 9:00am-12:00pm. $10. This is a great time of year to enjoy the waterfalls. With rising temperatures and early spring snowmelts the waterfalls in the park are quite impressive. Dress warm, wear sturdy boots, and bring a camera! Call to reserve a seat in the van. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 570-828-2319, or www.peec.org.

ART OPENING: LINDA STOCKMAN “Wildlife Art” - Linda concentrates mostly on wildlife art and occasionally portraiture and animation, using oil and acrylic paints as her mediums of choice. Opening Reception: 11am - 1pm. Kettle Creek EE Center, 570629-3061, or www.mcconservation. org. SIGNS OF SPRING ON THE FARM Join Kettle Creek Environmental Education staff from 2 - 4pm at Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm to discover and celebrate the early signs of spring in nature. We will explore several areas of the farm and look for early spring flowers, wildlife happenings, and more. This 2-hour program will be fun for the entire family. Please dress to be outside. Walk will begin in front of the Gift Shop at the Quiet Valley Farm. Cost: $6/non-members, $4/EE Center or Quiet Valley members. Children under 12 free. For more information or to pre-register, call the EE Center at 570-629-3061. As an added bonus, on the day of walks Quiet Valley is offering a reduced entrance fee to the farm for all walk participants. Kettle Creek EE Center, 570-629-3061, or www.mcconservation.org. BOY SCOUT BADGE FEST 9:00am-4:00pm, $25 full day. Attention all Bears, Webelos and Boy Scouts! Join us for a fun day of badge work! Bears will work on Fun, Feathers, and Ferns. Webelos will work towards the Castaway badge (pre-req 2b). Boy Scouts will work towards the Nature merit badge (prereq 4a). Scouts must be supervised at all times by a parent or troop leader. Payment is required at registration. Space is limited - call early! Pocono Environmental Education Center, 570-828-2319, or www.peec.org.

ECOZONE DISCOVERY ROOM! 1:00-4:00pm, $2. Climb into a bald eagle’s nest, crawl into a bat cave, and dig in a fossil pit! Explore this indoor discovery room and enjoy hands-on exhibits on natural history, sustainability and the local environment. No registration required. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 570-828-2319, or www.peec.org.

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n Thursday, April 7 HOME SCHOOL PROGRAM “THE THREE R’S” We should all be practicing The Three R’s… “R” you? Reducing, Reusing, and Recycling are important conservation practices and benefit both the environment and our communities. Home School program activities include classroom instruction and outdoor learning opportunities for all ages with students divided into three age groups: K - 2nd grade (parent accompaniment required), 3rd - 6th grade, and 7th - 12th grade. Each month a different topic will be addressed and all classes will be led by an Environmental Educator from 2 - 4pm. Cost: $6/non-members, $3/EE Center members for most programs. Pre-registration is required and limited by the Monday preceding the program date. Kettle Creek EE Center, 570-629-3061, or www. mcconservation.org.

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n Friday, April 8

n Sunday, April 10

ANNUAL MEMBERS AND FRIENDS DINNER AT TROUT LAKE Please mark your calendars for our Annual Members and Friends of Conservation Dinner to be held at Trout Lake Retreat. Invitations will be mailed to all members, or you can call us at 570-629-3061 to receive more information. Visit our website for a dinner reservation form. Deadline for registration is Monday, March 28. Kettle Creek EE Center, 570-6293061, or www.mcconservation.org.

BRIDGE THE GAP: EDIBLE & MEDICINAL PLANT WALK 10:00am-12:00pm, Free. Nature provides food & natural remedies for us in the form of many plants. Join us on a hike focused on wild edible & medicinal plants. Funding for this program provided by the William Penn Foundation. No collecting will be done within the Park. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 570-828-2319, or www.peec.org.

n Saturday, April 9 GIRL SCOUT BADGE FEST 9:00am-4:00pm, $25 full day for Brownies, Juniors, & Cadettes / $5 Seniors. Attention all Girl Scouts! Come to PEEC for a fun day of hands-on badge work. Brownies will work on the Outdoor Adventurer badge, Juniors will focus on the Gardener badge, and Cadettes will work towards the Trailblazing badge. Seniors will work on service projects as part of the Girl Scout Ranger program. Scouts must be supervised at all times by a parent or troop leader. Payment is required at registration. Space is limited call early! Pocono Environmental Education Center, 570-828-2319, or www.peec.org. EARLY SPRING BIRD WALK Bird migration is just getting underway at this time... Join Environmental Educator Brian Hardiman at 9:30am for this two-hour stroll along the Kettle Creek trails searching for early spring arrivals as well as lingering wintering species. Cost: $5/non-members, $3/children under 12. EE Center members FREE. Kettle Creek EE Center, 570-6293061, or www.mcconservation.org.

GEOLOGY HIKE 1:00-3:00pm, $5. Come join us for a program based on the geology of the area. We’ll take a short hike and talk about rocks, fossils, glacial deposits, and what makes our park unique. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 570-828-2319, or www.peec. org.

n Saturday, April 16 EARTH DAY FESTIVAL 10:00am-4:00pm, $5 per car. Help us celebrate the Earth! There will be hands-on learning stations, interpretive hikes, conservation exhibits, crafts, food, music, and much more! Pre-registration is NOT required. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 570-828-2319, or www.peec.org. POND EXPLORERS 1:00-3:00pm, $5 per person. Join us as we explore the ponds with nets! We’ll collect fish, macroinvertebrates, amphibians, and anything else we find in some buckets, for up-close study. Wear boots and plan on getting a little wet and muddy! Register early! Pocono Environmental Education Center, 570-828-2319, or www.peec.org.

n Thursday, April 21 Sunday, April 24 KNITTING WORKSHOP $70 a day / Call for commuter rates Join Patti Shreiner for a relaxing weekend in the Poconos. Knit a Twisted Hug Moebius Wrap or a warm Thrummed Hat. Fiber enthusiasts of all stripes (knitting, crochet, quilting, spinning, rug hooking, etc.) are also welcome to work on their own projects. Supply list will be provided. Includes lodging and meals. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 570-828-2319, or www.peec.org.

n Saturday, April 23 MONROE COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT RAIN BARREL SALE - This will be held in connection with Monroe County Earth Day at NCC Monroe Campus. Are you interested in collecting rain water for outdoor uses around the home? Whether used for watering plants, washing the car, or washing windows, roof runoff collected in rain barrels provides an ample supply of naturally soft water for a variety of outdoor uses. This spring, the Monroe County Conservation District is holding a rain barrel sale on Saturday, April 23, 2016. This Pennsylvania-made rain barrel features a screened lid, brass ball valve spigot, bottom drain, and overflow fittings, all installed on a repurposed barrel. Ordering deadline is Wednesday, April 13, 2016 and pick-up day is Saturday, April 23, 2016 between 11a.m. and 3p.m. at the Monroe County Earth Day, held at Monroe Campus of Northampton Community College Kettle Creek EE Center, 570-629-3061, or www. mcconservation.org SALAMANDERS, FROGS AND MORE 10:00am-12:00pm, $5 per person. Amphibians are stirring in the woods! Join us as we explore nearby breeding pools for salamanders, frogs, and egg masses. We’ll provide nets and collection jars for gentle, up-close study. Wear boots and clothes that can get a little muddy or wet. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 570-828-2319, or www.peec.org.

n Sunday, April 24 INTRODUCTION TO FLY FISHING 9:00am-12:00pm, $15. Learn the basics of fly fishing. Practice knot tying and casting. Join Will Daskal from the Brodhead Chapter of Trout Unlimited for a fun afternoon and learn some new skills. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 570-828-2319, or www.peec.org. ECOZONE DISCOVERY ROOM! 1:00-4:00pm, $2. Climb into a bald eagle’s nest, crawl into a bat cave, and dig in a fossil pit! Explore this indoor discovery room and enjoy hands-on exhibits on natural history, sustainability and the local environment. No registration required. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 570-828-2319, or www.peec. org.

n Saturday, April 30 SIGNS OF SPRING Spring is a season of hope and renewal. Join us at 10am as we meander the trails at Kettle Creek looking for the many signs of spring. Cost: $5/non-members, $3/children under 12. EE Center members FREE. Kettle Creek EE Center, 570-6293061, or www.mcconservation.org.

n Sunday, May 1 TWEETS AND TREATS 9:00-11:00am, $5. Interested in learning more about birds? Join us for a hike that focuses on bird ID and their unique natural history. We’ll be having breakfast snacks & beverages before we head out. We provide binoculars and field guides. Ages 10+ please. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 570-828-2319, or www.peec.org. BRIDGE THE GAP: WILDFLOWER WALK 1:00-4:00pm,Free. Celebrate the blossoming of spring with a walk in the woods. Join local flower expert Josie D’Alessandro as she shares identification tips and natural history of local flowers. Funding for this program provided by the William Penn Foundation. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 570-828-2319, or www.peec.org.

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n Saturday & Sunday, May 7 & 8 PLANT SALE! 9:00am-4:00pm, Free admission. There is a pre-sale for PEEC members on Friday, May 6, from 6-8pm. Choose from a variety of native and deer resistant flowers, shrubs and grasses to beautify your yard. Perennials include coneflowers, bee balm, asters, yarrow, lungwort, and much more. Sun loving and shade loving plants will be available. Call in advance with your requests. Remaining plants will be sold throughout the week – come check them out! Pocono Environmental Education Center, 570-828-2319, or www.peec.org.

n Saturday, May 14 TWEETS AND TREATS 9:00-11:00am, $5. Interested in learning more about birds? Join us for a hike that focuses on bird ID and their unique natural history. We’ll be having breakfast snacks & beverages before we head out. We provide binoculars and field guides. Ages 10+ please. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 570-828-2319, or www.peec.org.

n Sunday, May 15 INTRODUCTION TO BLACKSMITHING 10:00am-12:00pm, $5. Interested in learning about the trade of blacksmithing? Join William Barrett, of the New Jersey Blacksmiths Association, for a look at the history and basics of blacksmithing. Program will include live demos over a forge. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 570828-2319, or www.peec.org.

n Friday-Sunday, May 20-22 WARBLER WEEKEND $205 / $155 commuter rate. Spring migration has begun! Join us for a wonderful weekend with the birds. Enjoy guided hikes that teach how to identify birds by sight, sound and habitat – this program is great for beginners and experts alike! Includes two nights of lodging and meals from Friday dinner to Sunday lunch. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 570-828-2319, or www.peec.org.

n Saturday, May 21 WILD EDIBLES WALK 10:00am-12:00pm, $5. Join local wild edible & medicinal plant expert, Nathaniel Whitmore, as we explore the area in search of the many wild vegetables of spring. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from an amazing teacher. No collecting will be done within the Park. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 570-828-2319, or www.peec.org.

n Friday-Monday, May 27-30 “SPRING FLING” FAMILY NATURE GETAWAY WEEKEND Memorial Day Weekend, Adults $225 / Child, Commuter, Day Rates – call for details. Bring your family and friends to experience the best of what PEEC has to offer. Interpretive hikes, animal presentations, canoeing, crafts, campfire and more! Includes three nights of lodging and meals from Friday dinner to Monday lunch. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 570-828-2319, or www.peec.org.

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