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What’s Inside June/July 2019

FEATURES 8

FRONTIER FORT SERIES The Story of Fort Hyndshaw

Head Hunting the Upper Delaware

P rotect Your Pets from Heatstroke and Hypothermia

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John L. Moore continues to pursue his lifelong interests in Pennsylvania’s colonial history and archaeology. The Northumberland writer has published 10 non-fiction books about Pennsylvania’s 16th and 17th century. Over the years he has participated in archaeological excavations of Native American sites along the Delaware and Susquehanna Rivers. A professional storyteller, he recently took part in the Heritage Festival at Frances Slocum State Park near WilkesBarre. He told the true story of Frances Slocum, a 5-year-old girl who lived as a Native American after being kidnapped by Indians during the American Revolution. The park was named for her.

Kimberly Blaker Kimberly Blaker is a parenting and lifestyle freelance writer. She also writes a blog, The Young Gma’s Guide to Parenting at www.theyounggma.com.

Allison Mowatt Allison Mowatt is a freelance writer and currently a Pike County resident. As an Information Specialist for the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau's Lake Wallenpaupack Visitors Center, Allison is able to combine her passion for exploring the area, sharing it with visitors and writing about it. When she's not working, Allison enjoys hiking, dining out at restaurants, listening to live music, trying out new recipes at home, and reading.

Amy Leiser Amy Leiser is a local resident and historian who has been working with the Monroe County Historical Association for 19 years. In addition to the live tours, research assistance, and museum that the organization keeps available, Leiser offers her knowledge and assistance with family charting and genealogy. Visit www.monroehistorical.org

Suzanne McCool Suzanne is a native of the Poconos and a former schoolteacher and former Monroe County Commissioner. She has recently published her own book, and lives with her husband Terry in Stroudsburg. Today, Suzanne enjoys writing, traveling and visiting her grandchildren.

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> A historical marker along Route 209 stands near the site of Fort Hyndshaw, a French and Indian War fort built in 1756 to protect settlers against Indian war parties. A short distance south of present-day Bushkill, the fort stood along an old Indian trail that followed the Delaware River north into New York State.

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FRONTIER FORT SERIES

FORT HYNDSHAW By John L. Moore

Photos courtesy of John L. Moore

ot only did soldiers stationed at Hyndshaw’s Fort along the Delaware River provide their own flintlock muskets during the French and Indian War, but some also brought their dogs.

At night, soldiers and dogs stayed inside the fort, which consisted of a log stockade erected around the house of a settler, James Hyndshaw. Located in Upper Smithfield Township and built in January 1756, Hyndshaw’s stood a short distance south of present-day Bushkill, near where Bushkill Creek empties into the Delaware River. On May 5, 1757, the fort’s commander, Captain John Van Etten of the Pennsylvania Regiment, sent several soldiers to guard farmers working in a field near the fort. One man returned to the fort and reported that he “saw three Indians coming down a mountain near said field,” Van Etten wrote in his journal.

> L ittle Bushkill Creek, right, flows into Bushkill Creek a short distance north of the site of Fort Hyndshaw. The fisherman at right is Rielly Pape, 17. The fort stood between the Bushkill and the Delaware River.

The captain and three soldiers went out to investigate, but didn’t encounter any Indians. “I stood on guard with two men, while one went to alarm the guard that was in the field,” Van Etten said. That night, all was quiet at Fort Hyndshaw when the garrison turned in. But after a while, the dogs started to bark. “The dogs kept an unusual barking and running to a particular place” inside the stockade, Van Etten wrote. When morning came, the soldiers “found that an Indian had stood behind a tree about 25 yards from the fort. Being told, I went to see and found it true, his tracks being visible enough to be seen,” the captain reported in his journal entry for May 6.

> Swollen by heavy rains, Bushkill Creek flows toward the Route 209 bridge a short distance below the site of Fort Hyndshaw. JUNE/JULY 2019 POCONO LIVING MAGAZINE© 9

Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress

> T he photo of the Fort Hyndshaw diorama was provided by the VanEttenVan Atta-Van Natta Family Association. The war had started in western Pennsylvania in July 1755 when French soldiers and Indian warriors defeated a British army near present-day Pittsburgh. Pennsylvania was then one of England’s North American colonies. The fighting spread to the Poconos in late 1755 when pro-French Indians attacked white settlements along the upper Delaware River Valley. This was territory that Pennsylvania had forced the Minisink Indians to leave following the Walking Purchase of 1737. These raids had a devastating impact on the settlers, most of whom were farmers with little experience in fighting Indians. “The whole country from the Minisinks quite to Easton is deserted by the inhabitants, and… the Indians are wasting and destroying all before them as fast as they can, running from plantation to plantation,” a colonial official named William Peters wrote to Governor Robert H. Morris on December 14. By mid-December 1755, the governor sent Benjamin Franklin and some other prominent political leaders to Easton to organize the defense of the border settlements. In January 1756, Franklin led an expedition of colonial soldiers up the Lehigh River and built four log forts, including Fort Norris near Gilbert and Fort Hamilton in Stroudsburg. Hyndshaw’s Fort was quickly incorporated into a chain of forts that the newly organized Pennsylvania Regiment erected across a nearly 190mile front, from the Delaware River to Chambersburg. 10 POCONO LIVING MAGAZINE© JUNE/JULY 2019

In early January, Benjamin Franklin authorized a small force based at Hyndshaw’s Fort. “I have… allowed 30 men to secure the Township of Upper Smithfield, and commissioned (John) Van Etten and (James) Hyndshaw as captain and lieutenant,” Franklin wrote on January 14, 1756. Two days earlier, Franklin had directed Van Etten “to proceed immediately to raise a company of foot, consisting of 30 able men, including two sergeants, with which you are to protect the inhabitants of Upper Smithfield, assisting them while they thresh out and secure their corn, and scouting from time to time as you judge necessary.”

In January 1756, Franklin led an expedition of colonial soldiers up the Lehigh River and built four log forts, including Fort Norris near Gilbert and Fort Hamilton in Stroudsburg. Among other things, the captain was required to keep a journal of his day-to-day transactions. Franklin also told him that his recruits were authorized to scalp any hostile Indians that they might kill. “Forty dollars will be allowed and paid by the

government for each scalp of an Indian enemy so killed; the same being produced with proper attestations,” Franklin said. In other words, to collect the bounty, a soldier had to submit suitable documentation along with each scalp. Van Etten’s company consisted a captain, lieutenant, two sergeants, and 28 privates, according to digital documents that are part of the Franklin archive at a website called Founders Online. These documents also provide details of the soldiers’ diet, drink and pay. The captain was obligated to provide each man with a weekly ration that included: 10½ pounds of bread or meal, three pounds of pork, three pounds of beef and one pound of fish. “When fish is wanting, a pound of beef shall be allowed instead thereof; and if pork be wanting, four pounds of beef shall be allowed instead,” the documents stated. All soldiers were also entitled to a daily ration of alcohol – “one gill of rum per day.” One gill equaled a quarter of a pint, or about four ounces. As historian William A. Hunter reported in his 1972 book, Forts of the Pennsylvania Frontier, Franklin told Van Etten that “the men's pay is given as six dollars per month; the fish ration is specified as mackerel, and the rum was to be issued half to be given in the morning and half in the evening." Franklin provided the new captain with a raft of other instructions. They included: “For the better security of the inhabitants… you are to post your men as follows: eight at your own house, eight at Lieutenant Henshaw's (Hyndshaw’s), six with a sergeant at Tishhock, and six with another sergeant at or near Henry Cortracht's… You are to settle signals, or means of suddenly alarming the inhabitants, and convening your whole strength with the militia of your district, on any necessary occasion.

As Benjamin Franklin required, Captain John Van Etten kept a

journal of daily life at Hyndshaw’s Fort and recorded the experiences that his rangers had while on patrol. The entries span an eight-month period—from December 1, 1756, through July 22, 1757—and provide a comprehensive look at the activities, and sometimes forced inactivities, of Pennsylvania troops tasked with guarding the frontier against hostile Indians. The captain often sent his men into the forest near the fort to gather firewood, which they used for both heating and cooking. Some soldiers stood guard while others cut and carried the fuel. At other times, he assigned them to sentry duty and occasionally accompanied them when he sent them out on patrol. Invariably, these were foot patrols. Van Etten’s journal entries give a flavor of conditions in the Minisinks: December 1: “I went on scout with the oldest sergeant to see if there were Indians …, but discovered none. We returned safe to the fort.” December 7: “I went on scout with two men and made no discovery; returned safe to the fort at night and found all in good order.” December 12. “Sunday and rainy, we all stayed at the garrison.” On December 14 the captain sent two men to guard a farmer named Jacob Swortwood who had grain that needed threshing in storage at his homestead, which was about four miles away from the fort. The next day, since the farmer hadn’t finished the threshing, Van Etten again sent the guards to the Swortwood farm. The captain himself went out on a scout with four other men. “At night, when I returned, (Swortwood) told me that before he and said guard came to the field, they saw a small stack of rye set out in a large shock of thirty sheaves on a side, and places left in the middle to shoot out (of), and a bee hive set on the top,” Van Etten said. This structure was obviously a blind, and its presence raised suspicions that hostiles might use it to ambush unwary farm workers. On December 16, the captain took “six men to the place, and ordered two men with the wagons to come sometime after when I had surrounded the field, then to come and take their loads which was done, but no discovery made of the enemy. I went then with two men through the woods, and the rest of the men guarded the wagon, and we all returned safe to the fort.” December 17: “It snowed. I made a pair of moccasins for myself to scout in.” Excerpted from Fort, Forests, and Flintlocks

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“Every man is to be engaged for one month, and as the Province (of Pennsylvania) cannot at present furnish arms or blankets to your company, you are to allow every man enlisting and bringing his own arms and blanket, a dollar for the use thereof over and above his pay.”

With his military commission in hand, Van Etten lost little time in organizing a company of rangers. Less than two weeks after Franklin commissioned him, his men engaged in a firefight with enemy warriors. Quoting a letter written at Easton on January 30, the Pennsylvania Gazette reported: “Last Friday a party of Captain John Van Etten’s men fell in with a party of Indians in Upper Smithfield, and killed and scalped two of them, and have good reason to believe they wounded four or five more mortally. They got a booty of two guns, one of which a rifle, the other a smooth bored French gun; a fine pipe hatchet, and three match-coats. … None of our people received any hurt.” An Indian raid that occurred around this time directly affected the captain. “Mr. Van Etten’s own barn, barracks, and all his wheat, are likewise burnt, and three of his best horses … carried off by the enemy,” the Pennsylvania Gazette reported. In June 1756 Commissary James Young, who was paymaster for the Pennsylvania Regiment, visited Fort Hyndshaw while touring many of the forts east of the Susquehanna River. He gave it a positive review: “This fort is a square about seventy feet each way, very slightly stockaded. I gave some directions to alter the bastions, which at present are of very little use. It is clear all round for three hundred yards, and stand(s) on the banks of a large creek, and about one-quarter mile from the River Delaware, and I think in a very important place for the defense of this frontier.” 12 POCONO LIVING MAGAZINE© JUNE/JULY 2019

Young also inspected the arms and ammunition available to the men stationed at Hyndshaw’s. The provincial stores had only 11 “good muskets” and 14 rounds of powder and lead for 30 men, four pounds of powder, and 30 blankets, he reported. “Finding here such a small quantity of powder and lead, and this fort (located on) the most distant frontier, I wrote a letter to Captain (Jacob) Orndt at Fort Norris, where there is a large quantity, desiring he would deliver to this fort 30 pounds (of) powder, and 90 pounds (of) lead,” Young said.

Repeated sightings of Indians had frightened the residents who lived in the vicinity, and some decided to move into Hyndshaw’s Fort until the danger passed. The commissary officer had taken a full five hours to travel the 14 miles from Fort Hamilton at present-day Stroudsburg to Hyndshaw’s Fort. Along the way, he made a brief stop at Samuel Dupui’s fortified house at present-day Shawnee on Delaware. “Round Dupui’s house is a large, but very slight, and illcontrived stockade with a swivel gun mounted on each corner,” Young wrote. As he traveled across the region, Young recorded details of a frontier devastated by hostile war parties. Hyndshaw’s Fort was about nine miles north of Dupui’s. “It is a good plain road from Dupui’s, many plantations this way, but all deserted, and the houses chiefly burnt,” Young wrote. The road from Hyndshaw’s to Dupui’s remained a dangerous area, even for armed and experienced soldiers. On April 25,

Photos courtesy of John L. Moore

> T hese re-enactors portray soldiers belonging to the Pennsylvania Regiment, which patrolled the frontier along the Blue Mountains during the French and Indian War. Photo courtesy of Busse’s Company, Weiser’s Battalion, Pennsylvania Regiment.

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1757 – long after Young’s inspection tour – Captain Van Etten sent a sergeant and two privates from Hyndshaw down to Dupui’s for provisions. The three had traveled seven miles, apparently on horseback, and were only about two miles from their destination when a war party ambushed them, killing Sergeant Leonard Dean and wounding one of the horses. The soldiers accompanying Dean escaped and hurried back to Hyndshaw’s Fort “whereupon an alarm was beat, and the neighbors all gathered to the fort,” Van Etten reported. “Myself with seven men went off immediately and found him (Dean) killed and scalped, and entirely stripped and shamefully cut, (so) that his bowels was spread on the ground.” The captain sent three men to Dupui’s for a wagon, and “we carried him to … Dupui’s, where we kept guard that night,” the captain said. “Early in the morning we buried him in a Christian manner, and all returned to Fort Hyndshaw.” On May 7, “I went with four men to a (black)smith’s shop where we made an instrument to take a bullet out of my horse, who was shot when Sergeant Dean was killed,” the captain said. “All returned safe to the fort.” Repeated sightings of Indians had frightened the residents who lived in the vicinity, and some decided to move into Hyndshaw’s Fort until the danger passed. On May 8, Van Etten reported that he and his troops “assisted some of the neighbors with their goods and families to the fort.” Although Pennsylvania troops left Fort Hyndshaw during the summer of 1757, the post “probably … , like some others, became a shelter for local residents,” Hunter wrote in Forts of the Pennsylvania Frontier. 

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“The Upper Delaware is well known for its wild trout and prolific may fly hatches, which accompany outstanding dry fly fishing.”

> West branch of the Delaware River

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HEAD HUNTING ON THE

UPPER DELAWARE

By Allison Mowatt

Photos courtesy of Jarad Makowski

vercast, drizzly days are ideal for fly fishing because the bright, glaring sun causes trout and other fish to feel exposed. Leery of predators, they often gravitate towards deeper water and structure for security. In addition, the humid, wet air also causes recently hatched flies to linger on the water since it takes longer for their wings to dry; this attracts trout to the surface for an easy meal. These are just some interesting pearls of wisdom you’ll learn on the river from fly fishing expert Jared Makowski. As one of the knowledgeable guides for The Delaware River Club in Starlight, PA, Jared enjoys sharing his love of fly fishing and the outdoors with others. The Club operates from the West Branch of the Delaware River, which offers the best dry-fly fishing east of the Rockies. “The Upper Delaware is well known for its wild trout and prolific may fly hatches, which accompany outstanding dry fly fishing,” said Jared. “From May through September, there’s usually large, wild fish feeding on the surface. This is what keeps people coming back year after year. There’s a certain thrill when you find a fish feeding on the surface and convince it that your imitation is no different from the natural ones it’s been feeding on.”

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> D elaware River brown trout

It seems as though Jared was born to fish and river waters flow through his veins. “I started fishing when I was a child,” he said. “I was very active in scouting and have great memories catching fish with my father on our camping trips.” Jared has over 20 years experience fly fishing and tying. “Around the same time, my uncle taught me how to tie flies and shortly after began my obsession with fly fishing. There was something very creative about the process that drew me in. Almost everything I learned about fly fishing came from experience on the water. Any chance I had I would be out with my friends, trying to catch whatever we could get to eat our flies in whatever water we could ride our bikes to.” As a top-notch oarsman, Jared also crafts his own bamboo rods. His patient manner, calm nature and knack for understanding river patterns allow him to almost intuit the fish and where they’ll be. On a rainy Sunday during the tail end of April, he describes the fascinatingly intricate art of fly fishing over a hot cup of coffee. “We’re trying to imitate the insects that live in our lakes and rivers and essentially catch fish that are feeding on those

insects. The bugs we use are artificial imitations composed of dyed rabbit fur body and a little deer hair wing lashed to a hook with thread. We’re basically just trying to match size, color and silhouette. There are several species of Mayflies and caddis flies the trout feed on in our waters. One of the first things I look for

when I’m fishing is what kind of bugs are on the surface. Slower water and back eddies are perfect for this.”

“Any chance I had I would be out with my friends, trying to catch whatever we could get to eat our flies in whatever water we could ride our bikes to.” For over 20 years, the Delaware River Club’s offered anglers and visitors the opportunity to experience this remarkable stretch of river. Al Caucci and Bob Nastasi were fly fishing authors in the 1970s and 80s and started running fly fishing schools on the property in 1984. Mr. Caucci and some other partners purchased the property in 1993 and renamed it the Delaware River Club.

Since then, it’s been a well know destination for fly fishing. “There’s no stocking on the West Branch and Mainstem,” said Manager Jeff White.” We have cold water all season long due to the dam release. This provides good fishing even in summer when other rivers are too hot.” This season, be sure to book a fly fishing adventure with Jared or one of the other guides at the Delaware River Club. “What really sets us apart from other local fishing clubs is our staff,” said Jeff. “Some of the guides have been here over 12 years while others have experience around the world. They’re all extremely well informed and the family atmosphere spills over into the client experience. Many of them feel they are a part of the Delaware River Club family.” The clients can gauge when their guide is not only cultured in the sport but also enthusiastic about it. “Guiding on the Upper Delaware has been very rewarding for me,” said Jared. “I get to teach people what I’ve learned over the years. My methods and approaches are constantly evolving and being able to share that experience with someone only enhances my love of the sport.” The Club is located at 1228 Winterdale Road in Starlight, PA. In addition to guided float trips, people can also choose guided wade trips, mid-summer “prime time” trips, and bass fishing trips. The Club features fly fishing schools, a full service fly shop, comfortable lodging , and activities for families.  For more information, call (570) 635-5880. www.delawareriverclub.com

> M ax Maislin with a brown trout on the east branch of the Delaware

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PROTECT YOUR PET FROM HEATSTROKE & HYPERTHERMIA IN THE SUMMER MONTHS AHEAD By Kimberly Blaker

ccording to the American Veterinary Medical Association, hundreds of pets die each year as a result of being left in parked cars. This often occurs when pet owners make a stop with the intent of only being gone a few minutes. Many a pet owner has said to themselves, “Oh, there's no need to worry. I won't let anything get me sidetracked.” But the fact is, getting sidetracked or delayed can happen to anyone. Unfortunately, unforeseen circumstances can and do arise, such as having to wait in a long line, running into someone and getting tied up in a conversation, or any number of other scenarios. Not to mention, it takes only a few minutes for a car to heat up to dangerous temperatures.

with thick or long hair or short snouts, a car can still heat up enough on these cooler days to cause hyperthermia or heat stroke. Even for those smart pet owners who would never leave their pet in the car on a warm day, there's still the potential for danger. There have been many documented cases where a pet owner has unintentionally left a pet in the car because the pet is sleeping quietly in the back. To prevent such an incident, always place your pet's leash on top of your purse or

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Many pet owners also believe a car can't get too hot for their pet with the windows cracked open or on a cloudy day. Sadly, these mistaken notions have resulted in countless pet emergencies and deaths.

CAR INTERIORS HEAT UP QUICKLY

Studies have found that within only 10 minutes, car interiors can heat up by nearly 20° Fahrenheit. The more time that lapses, the hotter a car gets. At 60 minutes, the car cabin temperature can increase by 45 degrees. Contrary to popular belief, a study by Lynn I. Gibbs, et al., appearing in the Journal of the Louisiana State Medical Society found there's little difference in the temperature rise between a light-grey minivan with partially opened windows and a dark-colored sedan with the windows closed. In the study, both vehicles heated up by 20° within the first 10 minutes and at one hour had only a 2° temperature difference. Most charts that show the rise in car cabin temperature start at 70° days. But even a 50° or 60° day can have temperature increases with similar increments. For many dog breeds, particularly those 18 POCONO LIVING MAGAZINE© JUNE/JULY 2019

SIGNS OF HYPERTHERMIA OR HEATSTROKE IN DOGS AND CATS

The signs of heatstroke or hyperthermia are similar in both dogs and cats. A pet doesn't have to experience all the symptoms to be in danger. Any one or more symptoms can be a sign your pet is in distress. The result, if not caught and treated quickly could be coma or death. • panting • excessive drooling • pale gums • bright red tongue • difficulty breathing • increased heart rate • irregular heart beat • little to no urination

• vomiting • fever, 103° Fahrenheit or more • heartbeat or breathing stops • muscle tremors • seizures • shock

in a conspicuous place so when you get out of the car, you're reminded Felix or Fido is in the vehicle.

EXERCISE IN HOT OR SUNNY WEATHER POSES INCREASED RISK

Dogs are also particularly prone to heat exhaustion or heatstroke when they're overexercised, especially during hot weather or even on mild, sunny days. As mentioned above, certain breeds are particularly prone. Always monitor your dog's behavior. If it begins to pant or drool or wants to stop, don't push it. Give your dog the rest and shade it needs.

WHAT TO DO IF YOUR PET OVERHEATS

If your pet is experiencing heat exhaustion or shows signs of heatstroke or hyperthermia, you should get your pet out of the heat and sun immediately. Move your pet into some shade or preferably air conditioning. In addition, for a dog, you can use a hose or put the dog in a tub of tepid, but not cold water. Since most cats hate baths, instead try just dipping your cat's feet in a sink of tepid water. You can also wet a towel and rub your cat or dog down concentrating especially on the head, neck, and underside of the legs. Although it might sound helpful to feed your pet ice or icy cold water, it's dangerous to cool down an overheated animal in this manner.

If you see a pet left in a parked car in temperatures that could easily escalate inside the cabin, or if an animal shows signs of distress, call 911. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SEE A PET LEFT IN A HOT CAR

In the United States, there are 13 states with laws about pets being left in vehicles. The laws vary by state but are in place in Arizona, California, Delaware, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, and North Carolina. Pet owners should be aware of their state's laws or any state they may be traveling to. Even in states where laws are not in place, good samaritans can take action to protect or save the life of an animal left in a hot vehicle. If you see a pet left in a parked car in temperatures that could easily escalate inside the cabin, or if an animal shows signs of distress, call 911. Also, you can go into the store where the car is parked and ask that the owner of the vehicle be paged over the store intercom. 

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SANTOSHA ON THE RIDGE

f you’re planning on visiting the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, you will want to spend a few nights at the small, unique Pennsylvania Bed and Breakfast, Santosha on the Ridge. Secluded among the trees, overlooking the river valley from its set ting in Shawneeon-Delaware, Santosha provides guests a tranquil respite with a magnificent view of the mountainside foliage of the Worthington State Forest in New Jersey. “Santosha” is a Sanskrit word, meaning “contentment” or “acceptance”- the ability to be happy with less. We are all happy when life is good but can we hold onto that acceptance when

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our life changes because of illness or circumstance. In 2012, Bed-and-breakfast.com awarded Santosha as the Best Bed and Breakfast for Finding Zen. Guests often arrive quite tense from their everyday lives and begin to let go the moment they arrive. We are often just too busy to remember to give ourselves a little quiet time. A visit to Santosha makes that possible. After 12 years, Innkeepers Leslie Underhill and Gene Prospero know how to help you plan your visit as well as leave you to enjoy your down time. You can hike to Sunfish Pond, ride bikes on the McDade Trail, float down the Delaware River, or take a shorter walk to one of the many water falls. Not an outdoor

adventurer? Visit some of the wineries on Pocono Wine Trail or check out some of the local craft breweries. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll often find guests sitting on the back deck, watching the hummingbirds or enjoying a good book and the cascading view.

Santosha provides guests a tranquil respite with a magnificent view of the mountainside foliage of the Worthington State Forest in New Jersey. You will be greeted with freshly baked cookies upon your arrival and tea or coffee is available anytime. A full home-cooked organic breakfast is served in the morning, including freshly baked muffins or scones, a fruit or yogurt cup with homemade granola, and a main course with homemade smoothies, fresh juice, tea and coffee. Some favorites are breakfast pizzas with fresh mozzarella, garden

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Visit us at the Farmer’s Market!

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Crack your windows and you’ll be lulled to sleep by a symphony of baritone bullfrogs, chirping tree frogs, or a chorus of crickets and awakened by the drum of a Pileated woodpecker. tomatoes, sliced bacon and a sunny-side-up egg or coconut french toast with sliced mangoes and raspberries. Santosha is happy to accommodate allergies or dietary restrictions with advance notice and offers many delicious gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian and/or vegan options. Santosha is a custom-built, award-winning home, with a collection of modern and antique furniture. The walls exhibit works from local artists as well as pieces from their travels near and far. There are 4 unique bedrooms, each with a private bathroom and large windows that offer lush views of the surrounding 11-acre property. Crack your windows and you’ll be lulled to sleep by a symphony of baritone bullfrogs, chirping tree frogs, or a chorus of crickets and awakened by the drum of a Pileated woodpecker. The outside decks and porches provide spaces to enjoy the views and landscaping. The property includes woods, a woodland pond, a labyrinth, and lush lawn and gardens which offer a continuum of color, providing food and flowers for the rooms and your breakfast! Being content with less, does not mean that you will have to settle for less at Santosha on the Ridge. It is an elegant sanctuary nestled in the woods, where you can let everything else go and enjoy the simplicity of nature and all that it has to offer. You won’t want to miss it. Check it out at www.santoshaontheridge.com. 

From our local farms to your families table! Stroudsburg Old Time Farmers Market is dedicated to offering an extensive variety of farm fresh goods, as well as other locally grown and created items.

(570) 460.1452 or (570) 236.8456 Saturdays • May - October • 8am - Noon www.stroudsburgoldtimefarmersmarket.com 925 Ann Street • Stroudsburg PA, 18360

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Museum & Gallery The history of Delaware Water Gap & fine art exhibits in an old brick schoolhouse. www.dutotmuseum.com 24 Main Street, Rt 611 Delaware Water Gap, PA 18327 Open: 1 - 5pm, Sat. & Sun., May - October (570) 476.4240

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Delaware Water Gap

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior

National Recreation Area

Summer 2019 2018 - Spring 2020 2019

Guide to the Gap

Foster-Armstong House

Partners in Preservation 2019 m a r k s t h e 4 0 t h a n n i v e r s a ry of t h e Mon tagu e A s s o c i at ion for the Restoration of Community History (M.A.R.C.H.), one of the many organizations who partner with the National Park Service to help preserve and interpret the park’s diverse resources and rich cultural history. Established in 1979, M.A.R.C.H. maintains two of the park’s historic buildings, the Foster Armstrong House and Nelden-Roberts Stonehouse, both listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Since its founding, the organization has worked to educate the public about the history of Montague, New Jersey, and the Middle Delaware Valley by maintaining a history museum in the Foster Armstrong House, hosting special events and guest speakers, and offering tours of the two houses during the summer.

Agricultural landscapes, ruins of water-powered mills, abandoned mines, footprints of old resorts and camps, historic villages, and the Old Mine Road Historic District reveal evidence of centuries of changing land use and settlement. Woven among these modern cultural landscapes are significant American Indian archaeological sites that date back thousands of years.

The Foster Armstrong House (c. 1790) and Neldon-Roberts Stonehouse (c. 1820) are among a collection of historic structures and cultural sites that dot the park’s landscape and reflect over 11,000 years of human history in the Middle Delaware River Valley. A variety of 18th through 20th century historic structures demonstrate the transition from the Colonial frontier to an agrarian-based economy to the early 20th century when the area became a center of working-class leisure in the wake of the industrial revolution.

To preserve these important historic and cultural resources, serve the public, and achieve the mission of the National Park Service, the park collaborates and cooperates with partners, volunteers, and state, local, and federal agencies. Non-profit organizations, such as M.A.R.C.H, Walpack Historical Society, Millbrook Village Society, Peters Valley School of Craft, Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC), and the Appalachian Mountain Club, and volunteer groups, such as the McDade Trail Stewards, Friends of Marie Zimmermann, and the Historic Properties Stewards, help care for sites and resources within the park and provide public access. The National Park Service could not accomplish many of our most-needed programs and projects without the support of our friends and partners. Together, we are working to preserve the park’s resources and create a safe and enjoyable experience for you.

River Activities

Trails

Auto Tours

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area includes nearly forty miles of the free-flowing Middle Delaware Scenic and Recreational River.

From ridgetop to riverside, vistas to ravines, and from easy to extreme, more than 100 miles of trail offer something for everyone.

Although the park is close to major cities, tranquil drives invite exploration. More than 100 miles of road lead to wonderful places.

River-related activities, like swimming and paddling, are some of the popular pastimes on warm summer days (page 4).

Choose a trail for hiking, biking, or boating to enjoy the natural beauty and the historic landscape of the river valley (page 9).

Explore the varied landscapes in the valley: forests and fields, ridges and ravines, historic houses and hamlets (page 19).

Suggested Trip Itineraries. . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 General Regulations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 River Runner Shuttle Bus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Fishing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Camping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Park Map and Visitor Centers. . . . . . . . . 12 Millbrook Village. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 The Delaware Water Gap . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 People of the River Valley. . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Waterfalls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Hunting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Accessibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Kid’s Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Activities and Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Fees and Passes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

1 Guide to the Gap

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area Located between the Pocono Plateau and Kittatinny Ridge in close proximity to the most densely populated region of the nation, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and the Middle Delaware National Scenic and Recreational River preserve the natural, cultural, and scenic resources and values of the Delaware River valley and provide opportunities for resource-based recreation, education, and enjoyment.

The River, the Valley, and You Paddlers slip down the river between low, forested mountains; anglers wade the cool streams; and hikers explore secluded places. This valley has attracted people for 13,000 years. Abundant plant and wildlife sustained American Indians; floodplains nourished early farmer’s crops; waterfalls drew Victorian vacationers. Today, a 70,000-acre park welcomes you to the enticing Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and Middle Delaware National Scenic and Recreational River.

Millions of years of uplift, erosion, and glacial activity gave us the water gap, ridges, and streams that flow through hemlockand rhododendron-laced ravines and over waterfalls that pour off the Pocono Plateau.

Hikers on the Appalachian Trail

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preserve the rural landscape predominate in the 18th century. In the 1800s resorts flourished throughout the region where city dwellers arrived by carriage or rail, often spending the entire summer away from the urban heat. The water gap became a scenic wonder for fashionable travelers.

Steeped in rich history, the trails, roads, sites, and traces reveal reminders of times gone. The Minsi Path and Minisink Trail converged on a Delaware River island that was once the center of a large American Indian settlement. Agricultural fields still in cultivation help

Today the natural and cultural wonders provide abundant recreational opportunities. This rural vacationland is yours to explore.

Superintendent Sula Jacobs

Contact Us Main Address Park Headquarters 1978 River Road Bushkill, Pennsylvania 18324 Email DEWA_Interpretation@nps.gov Park Headquarters 570-426-2452 Emergency 800-543-4295 Website and Social Media www.nps.gov/dewa www.facebook.com/DelWaterGapNPS www.twitter.com/DelWaterGapNPS www.instagram.com/DelWaterGapNPS The National Park Service cares for the special places saved by the American people so that all may experience our heritage.

Weather in the Poconos

Average Temperature

Spring tends to have more breezy days and less humidity than other times of the year. During the summer, humidity levels can be high, even near 100%, and afternoon thunderstorms are common. In the fall, humidity can still be high, but temperatures are generally pleasant. Winter days tend to be cloudy and the most snow falls in January and February, particularly along the higher elevations of the Kittatinny Ridge.

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The Friends of Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area work in tandem with the National Park Service to foster and support the historical, scientific, educational, and recreational activities of the park. The Friends accomplish its work by raising funds for various projects and increasing awareness of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. To become involved, visit their website at www.friendsofdewanps.org.

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Looking for more information about the park’s history? Need a comprehensive map of park trails? Want to purchase a souvenir to remind you of your visit to the park? A wide range of books, maps, guides, souvenirs, and other items is available from the park bookstores. Eastern National operates these stores at Dingmans Falls Visitor Center, park headquarters, and on-line at eparks.com. • • • • • • • • • • •

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Suggested Trip Itineraries Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area offers endless opportunities for exploration and discovery. The following are a few suggested itineraries to consider depending on your time and interests.

If you have a few hours: • Stop by a park visitor center, where park rangers and volunteers can help you plan your adventure. Visitor center parking lots fill quickly on summer weekends. To avoid the crowds, visit the area before 10:00 am or after 4:00 pm on weekends or visit on a weekday. Page 12 • Walk a section of the McDade Recreational Trail, which extends most the length of the park in Pennsylvania and presents some of the best views of the Delaware River, as well as passes by charming streams, open farm fields, forests, and historic landscapes. Page 14. On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays between Memorial Day Weekend and Labor Day Weekend, use the River Runner Shuttle for your return trip along the trail. Page 5 • View Raymondskill Falls by hiking a short, but steep, trail. To avoid the crowds, visit the area before 10:00 am or after 4:00 pm on weekends or visit on a weekday. Page 10 • Wander the quiet streets of Millbrook Village and explore life in the 1800s. This area is generally a good place to avoid crowds on summer weekends. Select buildings are open on summer Saturdays. Page 18 • Tour the Nelden-Roberts Stonehouse and the Foster-Armstrong House in Montague, NJ, on a summer Sunday afternoon. This area is generally a good place to avoid crowds on summer weekends. Page 19 • Tour the Rosencrans House and the Van Campen Inn in Walpack Center, NJ, on a summer Sunday afternoon. This area is generally a good place to avoid crowds on summer weekends. Page 19 • Stop at the three overlooks along PA 611 for stunning views of the Delaware Water Gap. Page 20

If you have half a day: • Take a bike ride along the McDade Recreational Trail. Bring your own or rent a bike from a local outfitter. Page 14. On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays between Memorial Day Weekend and Labor Day Weekend, use the River Runner Shuttle to transport you and your bike, then ride back to your vehicle. Page 5 • Savor a picnic lunch at Hidden Lake and then take a stroll around the lake. This area is generally a good place to avoid crowds on summer weekends. Page 17 • Stroll around the Slateford Loop Trail to enjoy the quiet valley below the Kittatinny Ridge. Page 17 • Take a scenic drive along US 209. • Choose a trail and venture on a hike. Page 9

If you have all day: • Drive the scenic Old Mine Road, stopping along the way to explore various historic and natural features. This area is generally a good place to avoid crowds on summer weekends. Page 19 • Hike a stretch of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail. Page 16 • Canoe or kayak on the Delaware River. Page 4. Bringing your own canoe or kayak? Use the River Runner Shuttle on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays between Memorial Day Weekend and Labor Day Weekend to transport you, your boat, and your gear. Page 5 • Enjoy a swim at one of the park’s lifeguarded beaches on a summer weekend. Parking at the beaches generally fills to capacity by 10:00 am on weekends. Consider visiting during the week to avoid crowds. Page 4

If you are staying multiple days: Consider signing up for a workshop offered by one of our partners located within the park. • Peters Valley School of Craft offers 2-day to 5-day fine craft workshops. For more information, visit petersvalley.org. • Appalachian Mountain Club’s Mohican Outdoor Center offers weekend getaways focusing on various outdoor activities. For more information, visit outdoors.org/lodging-camping/Lodges/Mohican. • Pocono Environmental Education Center offers weekend getaways and workshops for youth, families and adults. For more information, visit peec.org.

Park Regulations & Safety

View from Mt. Tammany (on the Red Dot & Blue Blaze trails)

Pets Please follow the rules of BARK! when visiting the park with your pet.

• Launching, landing or operating an unmanned aircraft from or on lands and waters administered by the National Park Service within the boundaries of Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is prohibited except as approved in writing by the Superintendent.

Bag your pet’s waste

• Climbing, jumping, diving, and rappelling is prohibited at all waterfalls, waterfall pools, and bridge abutments.

Always wear a leash

• Swimming and wading is prohibited within 50 feet upstream of waterfalls.

Know where you can go

Respect wildlife

• Entry into caves, mine shafts and unoccupied structures is prohibited.

Pets are permitted in most areas of the park, including campgrounds, picnic areas, and on paved or dirt roads.

• Privately-owned property and residences exist within park boundaries. Please respect the rights and privacy of private property owners and other residents. • Collection of plants, animals, rocks, mineral, and cultural objects is prohibited.

Pets are NOT permitted at the following sites (excludes working service animals):

• Certain types of activities require a special use permit. Some common activities that require a permit include commercial film and photography, weddings, baptisms, first amendment activities, and competitive events. • A permit is required for any road-based tour operating within the park. Road-based commercial tours are defined as one or more persons traveling on an improved roadway on an itinerary that a company or individual has packaged, priced, or sold for leisure/recreational purposes. • Campfires are only allowed at designated camp sites within metal fire grates. Personally owned grills, stoves, or lanterns are permitted at designated picnic sites (excluding Kittatinny Point and Childs Park), campground or river campsite. Fires are prohibited in all other areas. • Do not feed or approach wildlife. Always maintain a distance of at least 100 yards from bears and 25 yards from other wildlife. For a complete list of park specific closures, permit requirements and other restrictions, contact park headquarters at 570 426-2452

In Pennsylvania: Raymondskill Falls and Raymondskill Creek Trail Dingmans Falls and Dingmans Creek Trail Valley View Group Campsites This Bark Ranger always follows the rules of BARK! when in the park.

Kittatinny Point picnic area Pets must be restrained on a leash (6 feet or less). Pets may not be tied to an object and left unattended or left in a vehicle. Summer heat poses a threat to pets left in vehicles. Report lost pets to the park communication center at 570 426-2457.

Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day: Smithfield Beach, Milford Beach, and Hialeah Picnic Area (except when accessing the McDade Trailhead) In New Jersey: Turtle Beach Rivers Bend Group Campsites Watergate Recreation Site

3 Guide to the Gap

A Day on the Delaware River

The Delaware River is the longest undammed United States river east of the Mississippi, extending 330 miles from Hancock, New York to the Atlantic Ocean. The Delaware River Water Trail extends nearly 200 miles from Hancock to Trenton, New Jersey. Like a conventional trail, a water trail is a recreational corridor, but instead of hiking, it is traveled by boat, such as canoe, kayak or small-motorized watercraft. The river boasts outstanding natural, cultural, recreational and scenic resources. In recognition of these qualities, the portion of the Delaware River traveling through Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area was officially designated as the Middle Delaware National Scenic and Recreational River in 1978. Within the park, the river is a series of shallow riffles and deep pools, making this section particularly good for canoeing. Access points every eight to ten miles allow for easy day trips, and numerous primitive campsites allow for longer journeys. Bringing your own kayak or canoe? Take the chore out of relaying vehicles between your put-in and take-out on summer weekends. Use the River Runner Shuttle to transport you, your kayak and canoe, and your gear on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. The service is free. For more information and schedule see page 5. A day on the Delaware River allows you an opportunity to immerse yourself in an environment of tranquil natural landscapes, striking river valley scenery, and a substantially undeveloped river corridor that is unmatched among large rivers in the most densely populated region of the United States. While the Delaware River is easy for boaters, do not be misled by its calm appearance. Always follow proper water safety precautions to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable experience.

Authorized Canoe, Kayak, and Tube Liveries Adventure Sports, Inc. Route 209, Marshalls Creek, PA 18335

570 223-0505 800 487-2628

adventuresport.com

Chamberlain Canoes PO Box 555, Shawnee on Delaware, PA 18356

570 421-0180 800 422-6631

chamberlaincanoes.com

Delaware River Family Campground 100 Rt. 46, Delaware, NJ 07833

908 475-4517 800 543-0271

delawareriver@njcamping. com

Edge of the Woods Outfitters 110 Main St., Delaware Water Gap, PA 18327

570 421-6681

watergapadventure.com

Indian Head Canoes and Rafts 3883 Rt. 97, Barryville, NY 12719

845 557-8777

indianheadcanoes.com

Kayak East PO Box 77, Columbia, NJ 07832

570 421-3432 866 529-2532

kayakeast.com

Kittatinny Canoes 2130 Rt. 739, Dingmans Ferry, PA 18328

570 296-5890 800 356-2852

kittatinny.com

Mauka Nalu Stand-Up Paddleboards 100 Shawnee Inn Drive Shawnee on Delaware, PA 18356

570 420-1905

maukanalu.com

Shawnee River Trips 100 Shawnee Inn Drive Shawnee on Delaware, PA 18356

570 424-4000 800 SHAWNEE

shawneeinn.com

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Swimming Pack a swimsuit and a picnic and head to the beach - the river beach, that is. Unlike the sandy beaches along the ocean, the beaches here have soft grass on which to stretch out and enjoy the day. Milford, Smithfield, and Turtle beaches are designated swim areas. Lifeguards monitor the beaches on weekends mid-June through Labor Day. Swimming in other areas of the river is not recommended. Picnic and restroom facilities are also available at the beaches. Grills are not provided, but personal grills are permitted. Alcohol and pets are not permitted. Parking at swim beaches generally reaches capacity by 10:00 am on summer weekends. On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays during the summer, consider parking at the Delaware Water Gap park-and-ride lot and riding the free River Runner Shuttle to Smithfield beach.

Stop the Transport of Invasive Species: • CLEAN boots, gear, boat, trailer & vehicle of plants, fish, animals & mud. • DRAIN bilge, ballast, wells & buckets before you leave the area. • DRY equipment before launching watercraft into another body of water.

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Loading and securing equipment takes some time, so please be aware that there may be times when the bus is late. For groups of ten or more people, please contact MCTA in advance to ensure they are properly prepared for your large group. The system is designed to enable riders to board the bus just about anywhere along the route where it is safe for the driver to stop. Simply wave to the shuttle driver from a safe and observable location. Remember to be at the stop five minutes before the scheduled time. Programs like the River Runner Shuttle are just one way the park is working to lessen the footprint we all leave on the planet. For more information about the shuttle visit MCTA’s website at gomcta.com/trip or call 570 243-3400.

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For Bikers: • Bike a longer one-way trip on the McDade Recreational Trail by using the shuttle. • Northbound shuttle service can be crowded with boaters, particularly in the morning. Consider riding your bike north on the McDade Recreational Trail and using the southbound shuttle to return to your vehicle.

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For Boaters: • Riders are strongly encouraged to park at the Park-and-Ride in Delaware Water Gap for river trips that end at Kittatinny Point due to traffic congestion on summer weekends. • Peak demand for canoe and kayak shuttle is northbound in the morning before 10 am. Consider using the northbound shuttle to transport to your starting location later in the day, or use the northbound shuttle to transport back to your parked vehicle at the end of your trip. • Have your gear at the shuttle stop and ready to load at least ten minutes before departure to ensure on-time service. • River Runner shuttle service is not available at Kittatinny Point after 8:50 am. • The last northbound shuttle leaves Smithfield Beach at 3:20 pm. The last southbound shuttle leaves Milford Beach at 4:50 pm.

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For Swimmers: • When spending the day at Smithfield Beach, use the shuttle to go to the McDade Trailhead at Hialeah for a 1.9-mile walk back to Smithfield Beach. • When spending the day at Milford Beach, use the shuttle to go to the McDade Trailhead at Pittman Orchard for a 2.2-mile walk back to Milford Beach.

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Fishing

Places to Fish

All waters within Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area are open to sport fishing unless otherwise noted. Regulations • A state fishing license is required for those 16 and older; regulations are enforced. • Holders of either a New Jersey or Pennsylvania license may fish on the Delaware River and from either of its banks. This does not apply to the river’s tributaries. • Special fishing regulations apply within the park. Refer to the appropriate state regulations for waters within the park. Fishing is not permitted at: • Dingmans Creek within George W. Childs Park area, including foot bridges and observation platforms. (Site closed in 2019) • Dingmans Creek from the top of the Dingmans Falls to the east end of the Dingmans Falls Visitor Center parking lot from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm daily. • Silverthread Falls in the pool at the base of the falls.

PA Dingmans Creek – between Deer Leap Falls and Dingmans Falls; delayed harvest, artificial lures only

PA Toms Creek – from picnic area access upstream; catch and release only

Yellow Perch

Walleye

Rainbow Trout

Striped Bass

Sunfish 3

PA Hidden Lake – hand launch and picnic area off Hidden Lake Drive

Smallmouth Bass

Largemouth Bass

Muskellunge

Chain Pickerel

Catfish

Brown Trout

PA “Front” Pond – Pocono Environmental Education Center

Location

Brook Trout

PA Loch Lomond (Lake) – south of Dingmans Ferry; wheelchair accessible

American Shad 2

In the spring, the Delaware River offers a chance to catch American shad, a fish whose Latin name means “most savory herring.” Huge numbers of American shad once migrated upstream in the Delaware River, so many shad that the river was described as “black” and “boiling.” Industrial pollution and overfishing drastically reduced shad numbers in the Delaware River in the early 1900s. In the 1980s, pollution control programs were put in place and shad numbers began to rise again. American shad remain a favorite for anglers, putting up a fight and showing multiple jumps when caught.

Common and/or Sought-after Fish1 This table lists common game fish that can be caught from places that are relatively easy to access.

State

The area is home to both warm- and cold-water fish species. Numerous lakes and ponds have species like pickerel, catfish, and panfish. Native and stocked trout inhabit the cold streams, offering fly fishers a challenge.

N N

PA Bush Kill – entire section within park

PA Little Bushkill – entire section within park

PA Delaware River – Milford Beach & Boat Access*

PA Delaware River – Dingmans Boat Access*

PA Delaware River – Eshback Canoe Access*

PA Delaware River – Bushkill Boat Access*

PA Delaware River – Smithfield Beach & Boat Access*

NJ Delaware River – Caddoo Canoe Access*

NJ Delaware River – Turtle Beach*

NJ Delaware River – Kittatinny Point,* off Interstate 80

NJ Delaware River – Poxono Access,* relatively shallow backwater area

NJ Vancampens Brook – headwaters downstream to Millbrook Village

NJ Vancampens Brook – downstream of Millbrook Village to Upper Glen

X X

NJ Vancampens Brook – from the Upper Glen downstream to the mouth

NJ Flat Brook – entire length within the park; accesses along NPS Route 615

X X

NJ Blue Mountain Lake – access by short trail from parking area NJ Catfish Pond – Mohican Outdoor Center, access from NJ Route 602

X S

N N

*Fishing is prohibited within 200 feet of designated boat launches and swim areas.

For New Jersey state information, refer to the New Jersey Fish and Wildlife Digest, available at sporting goods stores, or visit state.nj.us/dep/fgw. For Pennsylvania state information, refer to the Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, or visit www.fish.state.pa.us. PA licenses are available online at fishandboat.com/outdoorshop.htm.

¹ X = non-native wild

S = stocked

N = native

The only time to catch adult American shad is from April to June, when the adults are migrating from the Atlantic Ocean.

“Sunfish” includes bluegill, black crappie, rock bass. pumpkinseed (native), and redbreast sunfish (native)

Shawnee Inn provides authorized guided fishing trips 100 Shawnee Inn Drive, Shawnee on Delaware, PA 18356

570-424-4000 ext. 1462 shawneeinn.com/explore/river-trips

Water Safety Planning a safe day at the river begins well before you get near the water and does not end until you return home. Even though the Delaware River appears calm in some areas, DO NOT be misled! Moving water must be respected. The information below will help you better understand how to safely and comfortably enjoy the river. In General: • Always wear your life jacket. • Alcoholic beverages are prohibited at Milford Beach, Smithfield Beach, Kittatinny Point, and Hialeah Picnic Area in Pennsylvania, and Turtle Beach, Caddoo Worthington State Forest, and Tocks and Labar Islands in New Jersey. Alcoholic beverages are also prohibited between Depew Island on the north and Depue Island on the south. • Do not drink during river activities. • Wear shoes to protect your feet from sharp stones, glass, and other objects. • Protect yourself from the sun; wear sunscreen, a hat, light clothing, and sunglasses. • Stay hydrated. Bring and drink plenty of water. Do not drink river water unless it is boiled at least 10 minutes. • Plan to be off the river before dark.

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When Swimming: • Wear your life jacket even when swimming; don’t overestimate your swimming ability. • Do not attempt to swim or wade across the river. The Delaware River has strong currents and steep drop-offs. Swimming becomes more difficult with increased current and water depth. Even the strongest of swimmers should be extremely cautious. • Swim at designated beaches. Lifeguards are on duty on weekends at Milford, Smithfield and Turtle beaches mid-June through Labor Day. • Do not jump or dive from cliffs, rocks, or bridges into the river; the water may be shallow and objects can be submerged. Rivers are constantly changing, especially with high water. Rocks can show up in places they never were before. • Do not swim alone - always stay with your group. When Boating: • Always wear your life jacket. • Children 12 years of age and younger MUST WEAR a life jacket on board a vessel. • Life jackets must be worn in vessels less than 16 feet between November 1 and April 30. • Never stand in a canoe. For better balance, kneel in a canoe when going through rapids. • If you capsize, don’t panic. Stay with your boat; even an overturned boat can support you. Keep upstream of your boat to avoid being pinned against a rock or obstacle. Float on your back with your feet pointed downstream. Use your paddle to push away from rocks and other obstacles. Retrieve boats and equipment only if it can be done safely. • Be ready for changing weather and cold water. Bring rain gear. To protect against hypothermia, bring clothing made of wool, polypropylene, high-performance fleece, or a wetsuit. • Never try to stand in rapids. Your foot could become trapped between submerged rocks. With a foot trapped, the current can be strong enough to push you over and hold you under, even if you are wearing a life jacket. • Always tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return. Arrange drop off and pick up points before you leave. Leave emergency phone numbers, vehicle description, and tag numbers with someone who can report that you are overdue. • Bring a spare paddle, a throw line, whistle, and a first aid kit.

Camping

THIRSTY DEER ISLAND, NJ MASHIPACONG ISLAND, NJ

North 250

1 Kilometer

0 0

• Camp store • Weekly activities River Runner Shuttle flag stop • • More information: 877 828-1551 or dingmanscampground.com

Group Campsites • Valley View Located near Bushkill, PA • Rivers Bend Located near Millbrook Village, NJ • Reservations required • Available for groups of 20-40 • Primitive tent sites along the river • Water available at Rivers Bend only • River access for canoes and kayaks Valley View Campground is a River Runner Shuttle flag stop • (1/3-mile walk) • More information: 570 426-2452 or nps.gov/dewa

Dingmans Campground • Located near Dingmans Ferry, PA • Sites for tent and RV (some with hook-ups) • Individual and group campsites

MILFORD 6

Canoe launch Information

(Fee area)

209 245

d Roa

206

NAMANOCK ISLAND, NJ

Namanock

3 560 739

240

Dingmans Ferry Access (Fee area)

560 615

Dingmans Campground

Dingmans Falls Visitor Center

209 SHAPNACK ISLAND, PA

2001

Road

M il fo r d Bushk

Namanock Island

41.264988 -74.843964

14-17

first-come/first serve

Sandyston

41.248880 -74.855515

18-23

first-come/first serve

Dingmans Shallows

41.185276 -74.880993

first-come/first serve

Hornbecks

41.178972 -74.885157

27-29

first-come/first serve

Jerry Lees

41.153859 -74.908620

33-34

first-come/first serve

Mill Creek

41.150220 -74.912464

first-come/first serve

Toms Creek

41.127015 -74.948574

39-42

first-come/first serve

Ratcliffs

41.112459 -74.973252

52-54

first-come/first serve

Bushkill Creek

41.092099 -74.993005

first-come/first serve

Peters

41.093485 -74.989833

56-68

first-come/first serve

Quinns

41.096138 -74.967613

73-79

first-come/first serve

Freeman Point

41.093276 -74.967570

82-83

first-come/first serve

Alosa

41.083544, -74.976290

R1-R6

reservation only

Park Headquarters POXONO ISLAND, NJ

Mohican Outdoor Center

209 220

Smithfield Beach

er R d

602 DEPEW ISLAND, NJ

first-come/first serve

(reservations only)

G ai s l

SAMBO ISLAND, PA

Poxono Access

Turtle Beach

(Fee area)

TOCKS ISLAND, NJ

LABAR ISLAND, NJ

DEPUE ISLAND, PA

WOODCOCK BAR ISLAND, NJ

209 SHAWNEE ISLAND, PA

215

WORTHINGTON STATE FOREST

SCHELLENBERGERS ISLAND, PA

Kittatinny Point

DELAWARE WATER GAP 611

J E R S E Y

Ri v e

41.334419 -74.761520

Rivers Bend Group Campsites

225 (permit)

(Fee area)

De law a

Mashipacong Island

Bushkill Access

Ca m pR

Note

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Ro ad

Site #

ill

# People per site

8 (permit)

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# Sites at Location

NPS 615 230

Valley View Group Campsites

River Campsites GPS

BUCK BAR ISLAND, PA

Mine Roa d

Two Night Trips: Milford Beach to Smithfield Beach and points south Dingmans Access to Kittatinny Point and points south

Eshback Access

Ol d

One Night Trips: Milford Beach to Eshback Access and points south Dingmans Access to Smithfield Beach and points south Eshback Access to Smithfield Beach and points south Bushkill Access to Kittatinny Point and points south

P E N N S Y L V A N I A

River camping is limited to boaters on trips of at least 14 miles total for one night, 26 miles total for two nights and 34 miles total for three nights.

Key Regulations • Camping along the river is permitted in designated sites only; sites are identified by signs and the presence of a steel fire grate. • Camping is limited to one night at each location. • Campsites are limited to five tents per campsite. • Tents must be erected within 50 feet of the campsite fire grate. • Fires permitted in existing fire grates only. • Self-contained stoves are permitted. • Collecting wood in the park for fires is prohibited, except downed wood within the designated campsite. • Do not bring wood from outside the park; firewood is available for purchase at Dingmans Campground. • Pack out what you pack in, including food scraps. • Use soaps sparingly; even biodegradable soap is a pollutant. • Do not urinate or defecate within 100 feet of any river or stream. Bury fecal material, including pet waste, at least six inches deep and at least 100 feet away from water. • Leave what you find; digging, collecting, or removing objects is prohibited.

NPS 615 235

N E W

For extended boat trips (14 miles or more), free primitive campsites along the river are available first-come, first-serve. Additionally, six sites at the Alosa Campsite are available by reservation only. For Alosa Campsite reservations call 877 444-6777 or go online to recreation.gov and search for Alosa. Service charges will apply when making reservations either by phone or at recreation.gov.

State

Lifeguarded swim area (summer) Permit-only campsite River campsite in PA (blue) River campsite in NJ (green)

MINISINK ISLAND, NJ

River Camping

# on Map River Campsite Name

Picnic area

Milford Beach

2001

River mileage (Mile zero is at the river’s mouth)

Boat launch

Caddoo Access

ne Old Mi

In general: • Make sure there are no dead limbs or trees in the vicinity of your campsite that might come down during a strong wind. • Avoid drinking untreated water. Even clear, spring water can contain harmful bacteria. • If in a campground, lock food in your vehicle. Bears and other wildlife have a great sense of smell. • Keep your pet on a leash and never leave a pet unattended. • Ground fires are prohibited, except in a provided fire grate. • Do not bring wood from outside the park; firewood is available for purchase at Dingmans Campground. • Collecting wood in the park for fires is prohibited, except downed wood within designated campsites.

6 209

Road

Mohican Outdoor Center • Located along the Appalachian National Scenic Trail near Blairstown, NJ • Individual and group tent sites • Self-service, bunk-style cabins • Water available • Camp store & food service • More information: 908 362-5670 or outdoors.org/lodging/ lodges/mohican

1 Mile 235

QUICK ISLAND, NJ

Milford

What better way to immerse yourself in an environment of solitude, tranquil natural landscapes, striking river valley scenery, and a substantially undeveloped river corridor than to go camping! Whether you enjoy the services available at a campground or prefer hiking or paddling to pitch a tent away from people, the park offers a campsite for you. The place you park your RV or set up your tent becomes your home away from home – make it a safe one.

80 ARROW ISLAND, PA

210

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Picnicking

Hiking

Numerous idyllic spots in the park await you and a red-checkered blanket. Grills are not provided anywhere in the park, but you are welcome to bring your own, except to Kittatinny Point. Ground fires are prohibited throughout the park. Do not bring wood from outside the park for any purpose; it may contain invasive insects and other organisms that threaten the survival of local plant and animal life. Collecting wood in the park for fires is also expressly prohibited, since even the smallest twig may serve as a critical habitat or food source for protected plant and animal life. Groups of 30 or more require a permit; contact 570-426-2440 for more information.

More than 100 miles of trails meander through the park, including nearly 27 miles of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail. Hikers can enjoy the trails year-round, with each season offering its own special reward. During winter, the absence of deciduous leaves opens new vistas along trails and reveals stone walls, foundations, and other reminders of past residents. Spring provides a weekly parade of wildflowers and flowering trees. In summer, hikers can seek out cool retreats among the hemlock forests, and follow burbling streams to powerful falls and cascades. In autumn, hikers have crisp air to sharpen their senses and a wondrous palette of fall colors to enjoy.

Picnic Areas in Pennsylvania Bushkill Village

Alcohol and groups of 20 or more not permitted

Hialeah Picnic Area

Pets not permitted from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekends

Hidden Lake

Groups of 20 or more not permitted

Loch Lomond

Groups of 20 or more not permitted

Milford Beach

Fee area; alcohol not permitted; pets not permitted from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekends; group picnic area available - call 570-426-2440 to reserve

Smithfield Beach

Fee area; alcohol not permitted; pets not permitted from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekends

Toms Creek

Alcohol not permitted

Picnic Areas in New Jersey Crater Lake

Alcohol not permitted

Kittatinny Point

Grills and alcohol are not permitted

Millbrook Village

Alcohol and groups of 20 or more not permitted

Namanock

Alcohol not permitted

Turtle Beach

Fee area; alcohol and pets not permitted

Watergate Recreation Site

Fee area; alcohol and pets not permitted

Picnic areas accessible by the River Runner Shuttle are indicated with the symbol. The River Runner Shuttle operates on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend (page 5).

Choosing a trail can be a daunting task. What to see? Waterfalls? Historic landscapes? Inspiring views? The following pages offer a simple guide to the many routes available. Be Prepared for Your Visit • Cell phone service is limited within the park. • Carry (and drink) plenty of water; a leading cause of injuries on the trail is dehydration. • Protect yourself from the sun; wear a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen. • Wear sturdy shoes. • Protect yourself from ticks and insects; use insect repellent, check and remove ticks when you return, and wear light-colored clothing to spot ticks more easily. • Stay alert for snakes; do not put your hands and feet into places you cannot see. • Be bear-aware; do not run if a bear approaches; make noise, wave your arms, and look large. • Be able to recognize poison ivy and avoid contact with the plant. • Trails are not regularly maintained or patrolled; travel carefully and at your own risk. • Wear bright orange (shirt, vest, or hat) during hunting season. Key Regulations • Stay on trails; taking shortcuts causes trail erosion, damages native plants, and can be dangerous. • Do not feed or approach wildlife. • Be Bear Aware; stay at least 100 yard from bears, hike in groups of three or more, make noise, and properly store trash and any products with an odor. • Pets must be leashed at all time • Pack out what you pack in; do not leave trash behind.

Hiker Shuttle The parking lots at Kittatinny Point and Dunnfield are generally full by 10 am on summer weekends. Monroe County Transit Authority offers a hiker shuttle between the Delaware Water Gap Park and Ride, Lake Lenape Trailhead, and the Kittatinny Point and Dunnfield parking lots. Service is offered every half hour between 10 am and 5:30 pm on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends.

Biking

Riding

Cycling is a popular form of recreation in the park. The McDade Recreational Trail (page 14), a packed gravel path, parallels the Delaware River on the Pennsylvania side of the park for 32 miles and is perfect for mountain and hybrid bikes. This is the only trail where biking is permitted. A section between White Pines and Pittman Orchard trailheads is closed to biking. Motorized vehicles are not permitted on the McDade Recreational Trail.

Normally, horse riding is permitted on the Conashaugh View Trail in Pennsylvania and the Upper Ridge Trail in New Jersey for those who have their own horses. However, the Conashaugh View Trail sustained significant damage during a March 2018 winter storm and is closed to all recreational use until trail repairs are complete. Contact park headquarters at 570 426-2452 or visit the park’s website at www.nps.gov/dewa for the current status.

Old Mine Road parallels the Delaware River on the New Jersey side for 34 miles in the park (page 19) and passes through historic landscapes. Road work is planned between Flatbrook and Millbrook Village in 2019 and is not recommended for biking. Road biking on US 209 in Pennsylvania is not recommended due to heavy traffic. Road biking on River Road in Pennsylvania is strongly discouraged due to sharp, steep turns, blind curves, and the lack of shoulders. Extend your one-way trip on the McDade Recreational Trail by using the River Runner Shuttle (page 5).

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The Upper Ridge Trail (page 11) near Layton, New Jersey, winds approximately five miles (in and back) through quiet woods, open fields and past isolated ponds. This trail is not heavily used and can become overgrown in the summer. Parking for trailers is along Jager Road. The trail is also open to hiking. Hikers should be alert to riders and must yield to horses by stepping off the trail and standing quietly until they pass. Please protect the environment by riding only on the marked trails, and crossing streams only on bridges. There are no horse rental liveries in the park.

Park Trails To Honesdale and Scranton

6 209

MILFORD

1 Milford Beach (fee area) 84

North Contact Station

Appalachian Trail

Cliff Park Inn

To Scranton

golf course

Other hiking trail North

Montague 1

Joseph M. McDade Recreational Trail (biking and hiking)

206

R oa d

R oa

Jager

5 2

Marie Zimmermann House

Milford

739

209

Ridg

R oad

2001

Delaw a re

5 Miles

h Road ug nash a Co

er Riv

5 Kilometers

Old M ine Road

Joseph M. McDade Recreational Trail (hiking only)

645

560

e Lak Sil v e

R oa

(fee area)

George W. Childs Park

To Branchville

Layton

Dingmans Ferry Access

560

Dingmans Ferry

615

Dingmans Campground

Dingmans Falls Visitor Center

Peters Valley School of Craft

(open seasonally)

E m e ry

Old Min e Ro ad

P E N N S Y L V A N I A

STOKES

R oa d

NPS 615

S TAT E

FOREST 9

Pocono Environmental Education Center Walpack Center 14 209

DELAWARE WATER GAP Pompey Ridge Road

NATIONAL Roa d

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2001

l ls

RECREATION Toms Creek 11 ne

M i lf o r d

B u sh Fa

Eshback Access

NPS 615

AREA Crater Lake

Old

12 8

Blue Mountain Lakes Bushkill Access (fee area)

Rive

De law a

Bushkill Bushkill Meeting Center

Millbrook Village

Watergate

Upper Glen

id de Dr n Lak ive e

r R d

Poxono Access

602

i sle

Hidden Lake

mp Rd

Mohican Outdoor Center

209

(fee area)

Park Headquarters 402

15 8 Turtle Beach

Smithfield Beach

(fee area)

Hialeah BUS

Marshalls Creek

Blairstown

209

To Newton

Shawnee on Delaware

Mi ne

Ro ad

WORTHINGTON STATE FOREST

N E W J E R S E Y

17 DELAWARE WATER GAP

Dunnfield 80

611 611

Kittatinny Point

To New York City

18 PA

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Trails at Cliff Park, PA

Blaze

Elevation Δ

Buchanan

Trail

1.1 mi one-way 1.8 km

Length

Orange

124 feet

Follows an old road trace through the forest

Cliff

2.8 mi one-way 4.5 km

White

390 feet

Forested path along the ridge top with several overlooks into the Delaware Valley below

Hackers

1.4 mi one-way 2.3 km

Yellow

330 feet

Shaded trail with a small waterfall in a hemlock ravine

1.3 mi one-way 2.0 km

Green

390 feet

Steep climb to a vista overlooking the town of Milford

Blue

51 feet

Shaded loop around a pond with opportunities to view wildlife

Green-White

250 feet

Connector trail featuring a vernal pool (seasonal wetland)

none

178 feet

Short, but steep path through hemlock forest to a three-tiered waterfall; spur trail to creek; dogs not permitted on trail

Milford Knob Pond Loop

0.8 mi loop 1.3 km

Quarry Path

0.5 mi one-way 0.8 km

Raymondskill Creek

0.3 mi loop 0.4 km

Conashaugh View Trail, PA

Highlights

George W. Childs Park Trail, PA

Trail

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Rating ‡

Length

Rating ‡

Blaze

Elevation Δ

Highlights

Conashaugh View (temporarily closed)

CLOSED in 2019

George W. Childs Park (temporarily closed)

CLOSED in 2019

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Dingmans Creek Trail, PA

Upper Ridge Road Trail, NJ

Hornbecks Creek Trail, PA

Cl st or to os m ex e da te d

m ns a g iv e) e

Trail

Length

Blaze

Elevation Δ

Dingmans Creek

0.4 mi one-way 0.6 km

59 feet

Easy boardwalk trail that passes through a pristine hemlock forest, leading to two waterfalls; trail accessible to lower Dingmans Falls; dogs not permitted on trail

2.5 mi one-way 4.5 km

197 feet

Follows an old road trace through the forest; horses permitted

Upper Ridge Road

Rating ‡

Highlights

CLOSED in 2019

Hornbecks Creek (temporarily closed)

Trails at Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC), PA

Blaze

Elevation Δ

Fossil

Trail

1.1 mi loop 1.8 km

Blue

237 feet

Fossils of ancient marine life; collection of fossils and other objects prohibited

Ridgeline

3.0 mi loop 4.8 km

Yellow

220 feet

Hilly terrain, featuring wetlands and forest

Scenic Gorge

2.0 mi loop 3.2 km

Red

220 feet

Shaded trail through the forest, passing a small stream; can be muddy after a rain

To increase sensory awareness, a rope guides blindfolded users around a short loop trail (blindfolds available at main PEEC office)

0.3 mi one-way 0.5 km

Purple

Several benches provide observation points for wildlife and field, forest, and pond ecosystems

Tumbling Waters

2.8 mi loop 4.5 km

Orange

254 feet

Trail winds along a ridge, past a pond and wetland and into a ravine with a cascading waterfall

Two Ponds

1.5 mi loop 2.4 km

White

67 feet

Mostly shaded trail that passes two ponds and a wetland, offering excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing

Sensory Awareness Trail for Everyone

Length

Rating ‡

Highlights

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12 Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area June 15 - Sep 2, 2019 Fri, 11a - 5p Sat - Sun 9a - 5p Closed Mon - Thr Closed in 2019

June 15 - Sep 1, 2019 Sat, 10a - 4p 1st & 3rd Sun, 10a - 4p

Park Headquarters Bushkill, PA GPS: 41.070196,-75.017518 570 426-2452 Dingmans Falls Visitor Center Dingmans Ferry, PA

Kittatinny Point Visitor Center Near Columbia, NJ GPS: 40.970202,-75.128278 908 496-4458 Millbrook Village Millbrook, NJ GPS: 41.073524,-74.963349 908 841-9531

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Available

Park information, exhibits and demonstrations related to 1800s lifeways, self-guided tour of select village buildings, several trailheads; grounds open daily dawn to dusk

Kittattiny Point boat launch and picnic area remain open

Park information, exhibits, book and gift store, Dingmans Creek Trail; accessible trail and visitor center

Park information, book and gift store, wildlife viewing platform; accessible reception area

View in Millbrook Village (top) and the wetlands next to park headquarters (bottom)

Operating Hours

Mon-Fri 8:30a - 4:30p Closed Federal holidays

Facility

National Park Service-Operated Facilities

Visitor Contact Facilities

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Year-round Daily 9a - 5p

Jun 30 - Aug 25, 2019 Sun 1p - 4p depending on volunteer availability

May - Dec, 2019 Daily 10a - 6p (Jun - Aug, Thr 10a-8p) Jan - Apr, 2019 Thr - Sun, 10a - 5p Year-round Daily 8:30a - 4:30p

May 26 - Sep 1, 2019 Sun 1a - 4p depending on volunteer availability May 26 - Sep 1, 2019 Sun 1p - 3p depending on volunteer availability

Foster-Armstrong House Montague, NJ GPS: 41.309053,-74.788919 973 293-3106 montaguehistory.org Mohican Outdoor Center Near Blairstown, NJ GPS: 41.03488,-75.001404 908 362-5670 outdoors.org/lodging/lodges/mohican Nelden-Roberts Stonehouse Montague, NJ GPS: 41.29304,-74.791698 973 293-3106 montaguehistory.org Peters Valley School of Craft Layton, NJ GPS: 41.196328,-74.850985 973 948-5200 petersvalley.org Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) Near Dingmans Ferry, PA GPS: 41.17116,-74.9142 570 828-2319 peec.org First Rosenkrans House Walpack Center, NJ GPS: 41.158867,-74.880463 walpackhistory.org Van Campen Inn Near Walpack Center, NJ GPS: 41.164648,-74.892164 walpackhistory.org

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Available

Park information, house tours, Military Road trailhead

Park information, exhibits related to historic Walpack Center; grounds open dawn to dusk

Park information, exhibits related to plants and animals, public, education, and group programs, several trailheads, including a sensory trail and an accessible trail; accessible main facility

Park information, art gallery & store, artist demonstrations, self-guided village tours on Sat & Sun 2-5p, fine craft workshops during summer; accessible store

Park information, exhibits related to the Montague area, public programs and tours

Park information, Appalachian National Scenic Trail access, year-round outdoor recreationbased programs, basic lodging and camping facilities

Park information, exhibits related to the Montague area, public programs and tours; first floor of house partially accessible

Artisan at Peters Valley School of Craft (left), Van Campen Inn (top right), exhibit at PEEC (bottom right)

Operating Hours

Jun 30 - Aug 25, 2019 Sun 1p - 4p depending on volunteer availability

Facility

Partner-Operated Facilities

McDade Recreational Trail, PA The McDade Recreational Trail extends most the length of the park in Pennsylvania and presents some of the best views of the Delaware River, as well as views of charming streams, open farm fields, forests, and historic landscapes. The trail is a wide, packed gravel path without blazes and offers hikers, bikers, and cross-country skiers areas of varied difficulty, from easy to moderately strenuous. With trailheads located one half to five miles apart, this trail offers a section for just about any visitor. Most trailheads are along the park’s free bus route that operates on Saturdays and Sundays from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend. From the southern most trailhead at Hialeah to Owens trailhead, the trail is mostly flat as it traverses former settlements and farms. North from the Owens trailhead on Freeman Tract Road, the trail switchbacks sharply up the side of the ridge to the park’s headquarters. Observation decks on the side of the headquarters facility provide wildlife viewing areas. Between park headquarters and Bushkill Access, the terrain becomes rolling hills. Numerous structures, foundations, and other traces remain from the once thriving community of Bushkill. North of Bushkill Access, the trail follows a narrow ribbon of land between US 209 and the river and then continues through nearly level agricultural fields and forests to the Schneider Farm trailhead. Continuing north, the next several miles are dominated by the river to the east and the cliffs to the west, with the trail and US 209 squeezed between in places. From Raymondskill Creek to Milford Beach, the Raymondskill Cliff parallels the nearly flat trail. Note: A section of the trail between White Pines and Conashaugh and another section of trail between Conashaugh and Pittman Orchard are hiking only and closed to bike riding due to stairs and steep grade. The northern terminus of the McDade Trail is Milford Beach, a popular recreation site for local residents since 1945. Whether you start from Milford Beach, Hialeah, or a point in between, you are sure to find something to enjoy. Extend your one-way trip on the McDade Recreational Trail by using the River Runner Shuttle (page 5). Trail Section

Length

Rating ‡

Elevation Δ

Milford Beach to Pittman Orchard

2.2 mi 3.5 km

83 feet

Pittman Orchard to Conashaugh **

2.4 mi 3.9 km

62 feet

Conashaugh to White Pines

1.8 mi 2.9 km

71 feet

White Pines to Schneider Farm

4.1 mi 6.6 km

77 feet

Schneider Farm to Jerry Lees

4.9 mi 7.9 km

50 feet

Jerry Lees to Eshback Access

1.8 mi 2.9 km

25 feet

Eshback Access to Egypt Mills

1.8 mi 2.9 km

30 feet

Egypt Mills to Bushkill Access

2.4 mi 3.9 km

39 feet

Bushkill Access to Bushkill Village

1.7 mi 2.7 km

45 feet

Bushkill Village to Park Headquarters

2.0 mi 3.2 km

231 feet

Park Headquarters to Owens

0.7 mi 1.1 km

320 feet

Owens to Turn Farm

1.2 mi 1.9 km

91 feet

Turn Farm to Riverview

0.5 mi 0.8 km

17 feet

Riverview to Smithfield Beach

2.2 mi 3.5 km

34 feet

Smithfield Beach to Hialeah

1.9 mi 3.1 km

97 feet

Things to Know • Speed limit is 15 mph. • Bikers must yield to hikers. • No motorized vehicles. • Leashed pets are permitted along the trail except at Milford and Smithfield beaches and between Smithfield Beach and Hialeah late spring to early fall. Biking Safely • Go with the traffic flow; ride on right. • Pass on left and give audible sound to alert others of intent. • Obey all traffic laws. • Yield to traffic and pedestrians. • Be predictable; ride in a straight line and signal moves. • Stay alert at all times. • Look before turning. • Walk bicycles on steep hills and stairs. • Wear a bicycle helmet. Children 12 years old and younger must wear a bicycle helmet. • Secure loose clothing to ensure it will not become entangled in bicycle gears. • Adjust the bicycle to fit. The seat should be level front to back, and the height should be adjusted to allow a slight bend at the knee when the leg is fully extended. Handlebar height should be level with seat. • Check your equipment before riding and ensure tires are properly inflated and that the brakes work. • Make yourself visible to others. • Control the bicycle by riding with two hands on the handlebars, except when signaling a turn. • Watch for and avoid hazards.

** this section is closed January through mid-July to protect nesting bald eagles

2.5

Pittman Orchard

Conashaugh

5.0

2.5

Conashaugh

White Pines

6.5

4.0

1.5

White Pines

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Pittman Orchard

9.6

7.1

4.6

3.1

Schneider Farm

14.9

12.4

9.9

8.4

5.3

Jerry Lees

Eshback Access

16.7

14.2

11.7

10.2

7.1

1.8

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Egypt Mills

18.5

16.0

13.5

12.0

8.9

3.6

1.8

Egypt Mills

Bushkill Access

20.9

18.4

15.9

14.4

11.3

6.0

4.2

2.4

Bushkill Access

Bushkill Village

22.6

20.1

17.6

16.1

13.0

7.7

5.9

4.1

1.7

Bushkill Village

Park Headquarters

24.4

21.9

19.4

17.9

14.8

9.5

7.7

5.9

3.5

1.8

Park Headquarters

Owens

25.1

22.6

20.1

18.6

15.5

10.2

8.4

6.6

4.2

2.5

0.7

Turn Farm

25.8

23.3

20.8

19.3

16.2

10.9

9.1

7.3

4.9

3.2

1.4

0.7

Riverview

26.4

23.9

21.4

19.9

16.8

11.5

9.7

7.9

5.5

3.8

2.0

1.3

0.6

Riverview

Smithfield Beach

29.0

26.5

24.0

22.5

19.4

14.1

12.3

10.5

8.1

6.4

4.6

3.9

3.2

2.6

Smithfield Beach

Trailhead Name

Hialeah

31.0

28.5

26.0

24.5

21.4

16.1

14.3

12.5

10.1

8.4

6.6

5.9

5.2

4.6

2.0

Turn Farm

Jerry Lees

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Owens

Schneider Farm

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Milford Beach

Mileage between McDade Trailheads

Trails at Walpack Center, NJ

Trail

Length

Buttermilk Falls Trl, NJ

Toms Creek Trail, PA

Blaze

Elevation Δ

226 feet

Former road used by soldiers during the French and Indian War and American Revolution; shaded trail passing remnants of old farmsteads

3.0 mi loop 4.8 km

Red

137 feet

Trail follows the ridge, offering scenic mountaintop ponds and mixed woodlands and opportunities for wildlife viewing

Buttermilk Falls

1.4 mi one-way 2.3 km

Blue

1104 feet

Forested trail climbs to the top of the Kittatinny Ridge, passes a steep, cascading waterfall at the trailhead

Toms Creek

0.8 mi one-way 1.3 km

96 feet

An easy path following a cool, clear-flowing stream through a shaded hemlock ravine

Military Road

1.0 mi one-way 1.6 km

Walpack Ridge

Rating ‡

Trails at Blue Mountain Lake, NJ

Trail

Length

Rating ‡

Highlights

Trails at Millbrook Village, NJ

Blaze

Elevation Δ

Highlights

Blue Mountain Lakes

4.6 mi loop 7.4 km

259 feet

Trail follows road traces from a former housing community, passing a clear lake; ideal for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing

Crater Lake

1.6 mi loop 2.6 km

Orange

111 feet

Shaded ridgetop trail loops around a natural glacial lake; a short, steep trail connects to the Hemlock Pond Trail

Hemlock Pond

1.0 mi one-way 1.6 km

68 feet

An easy and shaded trail around a clear pond; accessed via the Crater Lake or Blue Mountain Lake trails

Coventry Pond

0.9 mi one-way 1.5 km

164 feet

Trail follows a road trace that once led to the Coventry Gun Club; pond with evidence of beaver activity

Donkeys Corner

1.8 mi one-way 2.9 km

380 feet

Trail follows the former Donkey Hollow Road that connects Millbrook Village to the former site of Donkeys Corner

Hamilton Ridge

2.8 mi one-way 4..5 km

Blue

523 feet

Trail follows a former road along a forested ridge

Orchard

0.5 mi one-way 0.8 km

491 feet

A short, but steep trail connects Millbrook Village to the Hamilton Ridge Trail

Pioneer

2.5 mi one-way 4.0 km

Orange

454 feet

Trail passes an old farmstead, overgrown fields, stone fences, and an old lime kiln

Van Campen Glen

0.5 mi one-way 0.8 km

195 feet

Trail follows a clear trout stream in a hemlock ravine to a small waterfall

15 Guide to the Gap

Appalachian National Scenic Trail, NJ and PA To Milford

The Appalachian National Scenic Trail (AT) traverses the wild Appalachian Mountain chain from central Maine to northern Georgia, for a distance of approximately 2,180 miles. Nearly 27 miles of the trail straddle the Kittattiny Ridge through New Jersey and Pennsylvania within Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Numerous other trails connect with the AT and are described on page 15 and 17.

RIDG Culvers Gap

To Branchville

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STOKES

Appalachian Trail Other hiking trail Unpaved road Parking Restroom

7.2mi

Walpack Center

Drinking water Information Shuttle

(summer weekends only)

0.9mi

Buttermilk Falls

Crater Lake

D rive

2.0

Skyline

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Millbrook Village

Bushkill 0.6mi

1.4mi

209

1.9mi

(Fee area)

290 feet

Route 602 to Mohican Outdoor Center

3.5 mi 5.6 km

390 feet

9.1 mi 14.6 km

1220 feet

Forested ridgetop, decending into the Delaware Water Gap, passes Sunfish Pond

1.8 mi 2.9 km

200 feet

Through the Borough of Delaware Water Gap, climbing to forested ridgetop

7.2 mi 11.6 km

934 feet

Mohican Outdoor Center to Kittatinny Point

Mileage between Appalachian Trailheads

10.1 13.7

3.6

Mohican Outdoor Center

17.2

7.1

3.5

Kittatinny Point

26.3

16.2

12.6

9.1

Lake Lenape

28.1

18.0

14.4

10.9

1.8

PA 191

35.3

25.2

21.6

18.1

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US 206

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2.3mi

Sunfish Pond

1.8mi

Park & Ride Lot

River Rd & Broad St

Kittatinny Point 1.8m

Lake Lenape

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Forested ridgetop Forested ridgetop, passes Catfish Fire Tower

Forested ridgetop

Hiker Shuttle

Route 602

Trailhead Name

Forested ridgetop through Stokes State Forest and the park

The parking lots at Kittatinny Point and Dunnfield are generally

Blue Mtn Lakes Road

Kaiser

Upper Yards Creek Reservoir

Highlights

3.6 mi 5.6 km

Lake Lenape to PA 191

J E R S E Y

1.5mi

Camp Rd

Turtle Beach

Elevation Δ

Blue Mtn Lakes Road to Route 602

Kittatinny Point to Lake Lenape

Coppermine

Rating ‡

650 feet

Gaisl er

Mohican Outdoor Center

Poxono Access

602 Road

Park Headquarters

Length 10.1 mi 16.5 km

US 206 to Blue Mtn Lakes Road

3.6mi

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Camping Regulations • Camping is restricted to through-hikers who are hiking for two or more consecutive days; starting at one location along the trail and ending at another. • Camping is limited to one night and ten persons per campsite. • Self-contained stoves are permitted; ground fires, charcoal stoves and grills are prohibited. • Hikers may not camp: • Within 100 feet of any stream or water source; • Within 0.5 mile of an established roadway; • Within 200 feet of another camping party; or • From 0.5 mile south of Blue Mountain Lakes Road to a point one mile north of Crater Lake. No trail shelters exist within the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The nearest are Kirkridge Shelter in Pennsylvania, 6.4 miles south of the Interstate 80 bridge, and Brink Road Shelter in New Jersey, 4 miles north of the Buttermilk Trail spur. Mohican Outdoor Center offers lodging and camping at NJ mile 10.3 and the Worthington State Forest campground can be reached via the 1.6-mile Douglas Trail at NJ mile 4.6.

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Things to know • Carry sufficient water for the entire hike. Water along the trail may not be suitable for consumption. All water should be chemically treated or boiled for ten minutes. • All human waste must be buried at least six inches deep and 100 feet or more from any stream, trail, unpaved road, or park facility. • Carry out all trash. • Self-contained stoves are permitted; ground fires, charcoal stoves and grills are prohibited. • Cutting, defacing, or removing any natural feature is prohibited. • Pets must be on a 6-foot leash at all times. • Horseback riding, biking, and all types of motorized vehicles (except authorized vehicles) are prohibited on the trail within Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.

Lake Lenape

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The AT is marked with white blazes. Side trails to water, scenic viewpoints, or shelters are marked with blue blazes. Appalachian Mountain Club’s Mohican Outdoor Center at NJ mile 10.3 offers several self-service cabins, individual and group campsites, and simple dining options. Numerous weekend hiking activities are offered throughout the year. For more information, contact Mohican Outdoor Center at 908 362-5670 or visit their website at outdoors.org/lodging/lodges/mohican.

Mohican Outdoor Center

560

Route 602

Layton

Blue Mtn Lakes Road

645

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View from Raccoon Ridge along the Appalachian National Scenic Trail

full by 10 am on summer weekends. Monroe County Transit Authority offers a hiker shuttle from the Delaware Water Gap Park and Ride lot to Lake Lenape Trailhead and the Kittatinny Point and Dunnfield parking lots. The hiker shuttle service is offered every half hour between 10:00 am and 5:30 pm on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends.

Trails at Mohican Outdoor Center and Turtle Beach, NJ

Trail

Rating ‡

Hidden Lake Trail, Hidden Lake Trail, PAPennsylvania

Blaze

Elevation Δ

Rattlesnake Swamp

2.6 mi one-way 4.2 km

Orange

312 feet

Trail meanders through a swampy environment with a plethora of plant life and an interesting contrast to the dry rocky environment seen elsewhere along the ridge

Coppermine

2.0 mi one-way 3.2 km

Red

846 feet

Trail passes through a hemlock ravine and mixed hardwood forest, past two old copper mines; trail also parallels a stream with a number of modest cascades

Kaiser

2.0 mi one-way 3.2 km

Blue

1040 feet

Trail follows an old roadbed through a mixed hardwood forest as it climbs to the top of the ridge

Hidden Lake

1.9 mi loop 3.0 km

80 feet

Length

Highlights

Trail loops through the forest around Hidden Lake, a peaceful area popular with anglers

Trails at Worthington State Forest and Kittatinny Point, NJ

Trail

Length

Rating ‡

Trails at Slateford, PA

Blaze

Elevation Δ

Garvey Springs *

1.2mi one-way 1.9km

Orange

1058 feet

Very steep trek to the top of the ridge; trail provides the shortest route to Sunfish Pond, a natural glacial lake

Highlights

Douglas *

1.6mi one-way 2.6km

Blue

994 feet

Steep climb to the ridgetop; hiked by U.S. Supreme Court Justice William O. Douglas in 1967 to protest expanding Sunfish Pond (a natural glacial lake) for water storage

Rockcores *

2.7mi one-way 4.3km

Green

580 feet

Old road trace originally provided access for engineers to take rock core samples that helped determine suitability of Tocks Island Dam; rock core remnants are still seen

Holly Springs *

2.7mi one-way 4.3km

Red

180 feet

Short trail connecting the Appalachian National Scenic Trail to the Dunnfield Creek Trail

Beulahland *

1.3mi one-way 2.0km

Yellow

560 feet

Provides scenic views into Pennsylvania and passes several remnants of stonewalls that once outlined fields cleared by early settlers

Turquoise *

1.1mi one-way 1.8km

Turquoise

160 feet

Connects the Appalachian National Scenic Trail at Sunfish Pond to the Mt. Tammany fire road, where nice views of the valley below can be seen

Dunnfield Creek *

3.5mi one-way 5.6km

Green

966 feet

Winds through a hemlock and mixed hardwood ravine with several stream crossings; numerous small cascades along the creek; ends at Sunfish Pond, a natural glacial lake

Red Dot

1.2mi one-way 1.9km

Red

1201 feet

One of two trails that lead to an outstanding view looking into the Delaware Water Gap from Mt. Tammany, very steep trail

Blue Blaze

1.7mi one-way 2.7km

Blue

1201 feet

One of two trails that lead to an outstanding view looking into the Delaware Water Gap from Mt. Tammany

Arrow Island

0.9mi one-way 1.5km

221 feet

Highlights along the trail include the foundation of an early1900s casino and resort and former farmland stone fence rows

Slateford Loop

2.5mi loop 4.1km

144 feet

Several short inter-connected trails make up the Slateford Loop Trail; trail meanders past a former slate quarry and farm; good for cross-country skiing

* located within Worthington State Forest

17 Guide to the Gap

Millbrook Village: Immerse Yourself in the Past Today’s Millbrook Village does not replicate the Millbrook of 1832 or 1875. Rather, it evokes the feeling of countryside hamlets where most of this nation’s people lived until the end of the 19th century, and provides a landscape for the demonstration of the folkways of that era.

Village History In 1832, local farmer Abram Garis built a grist (grain) mill along the newlyfinished Columbia-Walpack Turnpike where the road crossed a stream known as “Van Campens Mill Brook.” Since the nearest mill was in Flatbrookville, the Garis mill was a welcome site for local farmers. Soon, a community began to develop near the mill. A Methodist congregation organized and built a small church in 1840 that included a school in the basement. That same year, a store opened and a blacksmith set up shop. Within a few decades, the village included a post office, a boarding house that catered to farm workers and served “spirits,” a cider mill for the less spirited, and a much-expanded Methodist church. In time, the stream name was shorted to Van Campens Brook and the area simply became known as Millbrook. By 1875, Millbrook had reached a peak of 75 inhabitants and about 19 major buildings. Visitors passed through miles of cultivated fields as they approached the village via the Columbia-Walpack Turnpike. From 1880 onward, Millbrook suffered the decline of rural villages experienced throughout the country. Land values dropped steeply after the Civil War. Industrialization of farming made competition difficult for the independent small farmer and isolation from railroad lines made produce from the Millbrook area difficult to market. In addition, the lure of cash wages for factory jobs in cities was drawing the young away from the villages of their birth.

The Garis mill closed just after 1900, the store and hotel closed in 1910, and by 1950, only the blacksmith was doing business in town. In the 1950s, the Columbia-Walpack Turnpike was realigned to accommodate a series of ponds constructed at Watergate, and the crossroads in the heart of the village was lost. Auto traffic bypassed the village, following the paved route of today’s Old Mine Road. Millbrook had become a quiet home for summer residents and retirees. In the mid-1900s, a large dam was proposed in the Delaware River valley to provide hydropower, flood control, and lake-based recreation. This project, known as the Tocks Island Dam, would have covered numerous historic structures located throughout the valley. In the 1970s, the National Park Service, with assistance from the Millbrook Village Society, moved some structures threatened by the Tocks Island Dam project to higher ground at Millbrook. Other buildings were constructed from lumber reclaimed from demolished local buildings. The buildings moved and constructed in Millbrook help create the look of villages once common in the valley.

Visiting Today Wander the quiet streets for an opportunity to immerse yourself in a replicated landscape. On summer weekends between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends, park staff and volunteers open select buildings for self-guided tours and demonstrate various skills necessary for village life in the 1800s. Additionally, special events throughout the year provide family fun and insight into village life during the seasons. For more information, visit the park website at nps.gov/dewa, stop by a park visitor center, or call 908 841-9531.

2019 Events in Millbrook Village Spring Fling May 25, 10am to 3pm: Celebrate spring with crafts and demonstrations. Old-Fashioned Independence Day June 29, 10am to 3pm: Celebrate a 19th century-style Independence Day; includes hands-on activities, craft demonstrations and a watermelon eating contest. Millbrook Days September 14-15, 10am to 4pm: Celebrate late 19th century rural America; the village comes alive with music, hands-on-activities, and numerous demonstrations of agricultural and domestic skills and crafts. Octivities October 19, 10am to 3pm: Celebrate the bounties of fall with hands-on activities that are fun for the whole family. Victorian Christmas December 7, 11am to 4pm: Experience the village decorated in mid to late 19th century holiday style and enjoy playing with period toys and creating Victorian crafts. Christmas Carol Service December 8, 5 to 6pm: All are welcome to join in singing traditional caroling songs.

Built at Millbrook 1800s to early 1900s 1. Lester Spangenburg Cabin: c. 1900, built from pieces of an earlier cabin 2. George Trauger House: c. 1860 3. Trauger Barn: c. 1860, significant restoration completed in 2015 4. Hotel (boarding house): built in 1904 after previous structure burned 5. Sylvester Hill House: c. 1850 6. Elias Garis House: c. 1850 Major Structures Added After 1970 7. Wagon Shop: moved here in 1980s; restrooms added in 1988 8. Wagon Storage Shed: built in 2004 9. Blacksmith Shop: moved here in 1970s 10. Sugar Shack: built in 1970s 11. Cider Mill: moved here in 1980s 12. General Store/Post Office: moved here in 1973 to the site of the original store 13. Grist Mill: an 1948 mill moved here in 1990s close to the site of the original mill 14. Methodist Episcopal Church: built in 1973 based on the plans of 1860 church 15. Depue Cabin: moved here in 1980s; structure originally built prior to 1830 16. Van Campen Farmhouse: moved here in 1974; structure originally built in 1800 17. Van Campen Barn: moved here in 1985; structure originally built in the late 1800s 18. Woodworking Shop: moved here in 1986

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Constructed in the mid-1600s, Old Mine Road connected the Hudson River and Philadelphia to the Pahaquarry Mines and provided an important conduit for New Jersey farmers taking crops to area markets, making it one of the oldest commercial roads in the country. Today, Old Mine Road stitches together sections of several roads into the park’s main passage in New Jersey and still retains much of the flavor of 100 years ago, making it a popular driving and biking route.

Nelden-Roberts Stonehouse Built around 1820, this house’s construction is attributed to George Nelden, who acquired the property in 1816. The Roberts Family was the last owners of the house, along with the farmstead located across US 206. Page 13

Minisink Dutch Reformed Church

Milford Beach (Fee area)

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Like other villages along the Old Mine Road, the Kittatinny Ridge to the east and the highlands of New Jersey to the north isolated the hamlet of Walpack Center. Area farmers found what they needed at the village’s general store, post office, blacksmith shop, church, and school. By the early 20th century, however, automobiles and larger farms proved to be too much competition and the village began its decline. Today, the Walpack Historical Society operates a museum in the First Rosenkrans House on summer weekends. Page 13

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Alonzo Depue House

Dingmans Falls Visitor Center

Van Campen Inn

Peters Valley

O l d M i n e Ro a d

Minisink Dutch Reformed Church The Minisink Church was the heart, both spiritually and geographically, of the four original Dutch Reformed congregations established in the Upper Delaware Valley in 1737. The present structure was built in 1899, and tombstones in the cemetery date to 1805. Though it remains small, the vibrant congregation is one of the oldest in the country.

Montague Grange #140 Foster-Armstrong House

River

Foster-Armstrong House Owners of this home operated a ferry, sawmill, and gristmill. The house was used as a tavern and inn for river travelers and reflects the standard of living of a prosperous family in the early 19th century. The Montague Association for the Restoration of Community History (MARCH) operates this historic house museum for tours weekends and during special events. Page 12

MILFORD

O l d M in e Ro a d

Montague Grange #140 The National Grange, founded in 1867, is an organization that advocates for rural America and agriculture. The local Montague Grange was founded in 1904 and this hall was built in 1906. The local group remains active and continues to use the building for meetings and community activities.

the area and had them intersect outside of his home in 1867. Over the years, the hamlet’s name changed several times, including Hen’s Foot Corner and Bevans, before its current name of Peters Valley. Through a partnership with the National Park Service, Peters Valley School of Craft operates an active school of fine craft. Stop by the Craft Store and Gallery to browse artisan’s wares, learn about workshop offerings, and find out more about the weekend self-guided tours of the village. Page 13

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While it is called an “inn,” it is more accurately a “yaugh house”—a rural residence in a remote area that was licensed under colonial law to provide food and shelter to travelers. During the French & Indian War (1754-1763), the Van Campen Inn “provided a safe haven when settlers fled for protection from Indian attack” and in November 1763, 150 settlers sought shelter in the “stout walls” of the house. The Walpack Historical Society offers tours of the house on most Sundays during the summer. Page 13

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Van Campen Inn

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Walpack Center

Pompey Ridge Road

Buttermilk Falls

Delaware View House Constructed in the early 1800s, numerous changes over the years enlarged this once small house. As the house expanded, it also changed uses, including serving as the Flatbrook Hotel hunting lodge, the Losey Boarding House, and Salamovka – a summer retreat for Russian emigrants.

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Alonzo Depue House As with other historic homes along Old Mine Road, the landscape would have been quite different one hundred years ago – open fields, a clear view to the river, and several farm outbuildings. For 48 consecutive years, Alonzo Depue recorded temperature and precipitation readings for the U.S. Weather Service from a weather station near the road without missing a day. Bevans-Hellwig Kitchen In the late 19th century, this little stone building was the rear kitchen attached to a large farmhouse. Local tradition holds that the original structure was used as a French and Indian War fortification, known as Fort Carmer. Peters Valley Peter Van Nest, a land surveyor, laid out the roads in

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Calno School In the 19th century, schools were located in places that would allow students to walk no more than four or five miles to attend. In 1881, the Calno School District counted 48 school-age youth, but only 30 were on the school’s register and the average daily attendance was only 15. The poorly paid teachers boarded with local families and seldom stayed more than a year or two. When this school was in operation, there was also a school in Millbrook Village, only five miles north.

Poxono Access

Turtle Beach

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Pahaquarry

Old Mine Road

Pahaquarry The Coppermine Trail passes by the foundation of the Pahaquarry Copper Mine processing mill and mine shafts. Brief periods of mining attempted during the past three centuries were never successful, despite improved technology and mineral extraction methods. In 1925, this area became the Pahaquarry Boy Scout Camp and operated until 1971. It was just one of numerous scout and church camps that once existed within the park boundaries. NOTE: Mine shafts are closed to protect critical bat habitat.

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While nothing remains today, this was the site of Fort Namanock during the French and Indian War (17541763). Forts in this time and era were little more than sturdy houses with a wooden defensive fence surrounding them.

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Millbrook Village

Built by Johannis Westbrook, this is the oldest house located in Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, possibly predating 1730, and was lived in by nine generations of the family until the acquisition of the property by the federal government.

Delaware View House

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Westbrook-Bell House

Blue Mountain Lakes

Flatbrookville

In 1832, Abram Garis built a grist mill along the Van Campen Brook. The mill soon attracted other businesses and by 1875, Millbrook was a thriving farm village. By 1910, most businesses had closed their doors. Today, only a handful of original Millbrook buildings remain. Other buildings have been moved from other sites or are newly built to help depict village life in the valley during the late 19th and early 20th century. On summer weekends and during special events, several buildings are open, with park staff and Millbrook Village Society volunteers demonstrating folk ways of the 1800s. Page 20

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The Delaware Water Gap

Overlooks in the Gap

Point of Gap Overlook

Tourist attractions of all sorts once lined River Drive through the Delaware Water Gap. This route, now known as PA 611, passes by many former attractions—but other than the stone guardrail lining the road, little remains of that historic past. Still, the stunning beauty of the water gap makes this short 2-mile drive a must-do during your visit.

This overlook is in the heart of the Delaware Water Gap, between Mt. Minsi in Pennsylvania and Mt. Tammany in New Jersey. Just as it is a popular place for viewing today, this was also a popular stop for the Victorian vacationer. The Indian Head Lunch, a tourist attraction named for its view of the cliff with the same name across the river, offered meals and souvenirs, while the Myrtle William’s Gap Inn provided a place for picnicking and camping.

Resort Point Overlook The best known part of Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is the distinct notch in the Kittatinny Ridge known as the “water gap.” In order to enjoy the area’s beauty, visitors in the early 1820s rented rooms with local families. By 1832, a 25-guest hotel overlooking the Delaware River opened in Delaware Water Gap, and in 1860, the Kittatinny Hotel expanded to accommodate 250 guests. The popularity of the area surrounding the water gap continued to grow, and additional hotels opened to meet the lodging needs of vacationers. Typically, vacationing families consisted of mothers and their children spending the entire summer in one of the hotels while the fathers joined them on the weekends. Visitors occupied themselves by hiking, swimming, fishing, dancing, playing tennis and golf, visiting amusement parks, shopping for souvenirs, and delighting in carriage, steamboat, and rowboat rides. According to the manager of the Kittatinny Hotel, “perhaps the featuring asset of the Gap, aside from its beautiful gorge, through which flows the placid Delaware, is its health giving atmosphere, which permeates everywhere and which in itself has given the region much of its charm and popularity.”

Arrow Island Overlook Today, this overlook provides a wonderful view of the water gap and the trailhead for the Arrow Island Trail. In the early 1900s, however, this was a bustling tourist stop. Minsi Mountain Park encompassed about 200 acres, and a hotel with a few outlying cottages was located on the hill overlooking the river. Inventive owners marketed a nearby slate quarry as a romantic enticement called “the Grotto” and boasted of the clear waters found in the “Minsi Health Spring.” In the location of today’s parking area, the Bear Stop roadside attraction featured caged bears and deer for the tourists’ amusement.

By the early 1900s, many people had private automobiles. Magazines and newspapers extensively advertised various appealing destinations for city dwellers. At the same time, improved roads gave people a greater choice of holiday retreats. Weekend excursions began replacing summerlong holidays, and the traditional resort business of the Delaware Water Gap began to decline. The economic depression of the 1930s changed the nation’s way of life, and grand hotels could no longer compete with the new and popularly priced year-round weekend resorts in the nearby Pocono Mountains. A re claimed the Kittatinny Hotel in 1931, and today, all that remains is the view from the location of this once grand hotel.

Kittatinny House hotel c1906 (above) Watercolor painting of the water gap c1820 (right)

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People of the Delaware River Valley Human occupation in the Delaware River valley dates back over 12,000 years when small family bands moved across the landscape, hunting game, fishing the rivers and streams and gathering food from the forests and grasslands. About 8,000 years ago, groups began to travel less and relied on a variety of foods found locally, such as acorns, nuts, sh, deer and turkey. Families began farming about 2,000 years ago, leading to a more settled lifestyle. The Lenape (len-AH-pay) or Delaware lived in an area they called “Lenapehoking,” which means “Land of the Lenape.” Lenapehoking included eastern Pennsylvania, all of New Jersey, southeastern New York, northern Delaware, and a small section of southeastern Connecticut. While some Lenape lived in large villages of about 200 people, most lived in groups of 50 to 75.

The arrival of Europeans in the mid-1500s meant drastic changes for the Lenape. European explorers traded iron axes, cloth, and copper kettles with the Lenape for valuable animal furs. In addition to the rich natural resources, Europeans also wanted land. Conflicts arose between the Lenape and European colonists over land ownership. Additionally, the introduction of diseases devastated the native population, who had no immunities. By the mid-1700s, warfare and diseases contributed to an estimated loss of 90% of the Lenape people. During the 1700s, most Lenape people either voluntarily moved or were forcibly moved west, eventually settling in Canada, Wisconsin, and Oklahoma. Today, most Lenape decedents still live in Canada, Wisconsin, and Oklahoma. Their arts and oral traditions reflect their culture, and they continue to stay connected to their ancestral homeland. The Lenape legacy remains, and their impact is honored through various place names in the park today.

Left: Painting depicting William Penn entering into 1683 peace treaty Right: Tish-Co-Han, Lenape Chief in the 1700s

Waterfalls Raymondskill Falls

Buttermilk Falls

Dingmans and Silverthread Falls

Raymondskill Creek Trail, Pennsylvania GPS 41.290231 -74.840853

Buttermilk Falls Trail, New Jersey GPS 41.137164 -74.888793

Dingmans Creek Trail, Pennsylvania GPS 41.229294 -74.887212

The loop trail that leads to the waterfall is only 0.3 mile, but is steep. The three tiers of Raymondskill Falls have a combined height of approximately 150 feet, making it one of the tallest waterfall in Pennsylvania. If the drops from each tier are added together, the waterfall is only a few feet shorter than Niagara Falls. The upper viewing area overlooks the upper pool and the narrow chute of the first drop. The lower viewing area provides an outstanding view and photo opportunity of the falls. A spur trail leads to the creek, but not to the bottom of the waterfall. Trail map on page 10.

The waterfall is located at the trailhead for the Buttermilk Falls Trail, and, therefore, requires no hiking to view. The cascading Buttermilk Falls is considered the highest waterfall in New Jersey at approximately 200 feet. A set of stairs climbs to a viewing platform at the top. The trail continues a nearly 1.5-mile steep climb to join the Appalachian National Scenic Trail at the top of the ridge. Trail map on page 15.

An accessible boardwalk trail meanders 0.3 mile through a pristine hemlock ravine. Shortly after starting the trail, Silverthread Falls gracefully drops 80 feet in a thin ribbon of water through a narrow geometric chute. The boardwalk continues through dense rhododendron shrubs and ends at the base of Dingmans Falls, the second highest waterfall in Pennsylvania at 130 feet. A wide rock ledge provides the backdrop for this cascading waterfall. The final tenth of a mile is a staircase that leads to a birds-eye view from the top. Trail map on page 11.

Things to Know: • Pets are not permitted on the trail. • Swimming and wading is not permitted in the creek and waterfalls. • Stay on the designated trail. • Restrooms are located at the parking lot. • The parking lot at the trailhead fills quickly on summer weekends. To avoid the crowds, visit the area before 10:00 am or after 4:00 pm on weekends or visit on a weekday.

Things to Know: • Swimming and wading are not permitted in the waterfall and the pools. • Stay on the designated trail. • The drive to the waterfall is via a rural gravel road. Driving Mountain Road from Walpack Center is the recommended route, since Mountain Road south of Buttermilk Falls is very rough

Things to Know: • Pets are not permitted on the trail. • Swimming and wading is not permitted in the creek and waterfalls. • Fishing is not permitted between Dingmans Falls and the trailhead parking area between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm. • Restrooms and the Dingmans Falls Visitor Center are located at the trailhead. • The parking lot fills quickly on summer weekends. To avoid the crowds, visit the area before 10:00 am or after 4:00 pm on weekends or visit on a weekday.

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Hunting

Closed to Hunting

Hunting is permitted in most parts of the park. In addition to all applicable state regulations, park-specific regulations are provided below. Please note that you are in a national park; other outdoor enthusiasts are using the same area in which you are hunting. Respect private property located within the park boundaries. Hunting Regulations The possession of firearms on federally-owned land within Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is permissible consistent with state and federal laws, as outlined in the Digest of Pennsylvania Hunting Regulations, New Jersey Fish and Wildlife Digest, the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area Compendium of Regulations, and Title 36 of the Code of Federal Regulations. The Compendium of Regulations for Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is available at park headquarters in Bushkill, PA. All firearms must be unloaded and cased or broken-down while in motor vehicles on roadways or shoulders; bows must be cased. Wear fluorescent orange in compliance with state regulations.

The following are prohibited: • Trapping • Spotlighting • Bow hunting on Sundays • Hunting in closed areas • Hunting in plowed and planted fields or in fields with unharvested crops • Hunting from, along, or across roads, or from any kind of motorized vehicle • Using artificial or natural bait • Driving or pursuing an animal through closed areas with intention of killing it • Screw-in foot pegs or attaching a stand to a tree with nails, spikes, lag bolts, screws, or similar devices; tree stands must be free-standing and removable • Releasing any animal or bird into the recreation area for the purpose of hunting or dog training • Target practice • Off-road driving • Parking that blocks gates or access roads • Backcountry camping and campfires • Rifles, handguns, and shotguns with shot larger than #4 shot in PA between River Road and the Delaware River and from Shawnee to six miles north of Shawnee, except during the PA big game hunting season when the use of rifles, handguns, shotguns, flintlocks, and muzzleloaders is allowed (the use of a shotgun using steel or other approved nontoxic shot larger than #4 shot is permitted while hunting waterfowl during established seasons)

More Information PA Game Commission 570 675-1143/5065 pgc.state.pa.us

Accessibility

NJ Division of Fish & Wildlife 908 735-8240 state.nj.us/dep/fgw/ hunting.htm

Delaware Water Gap Nat’l Recreation Area Ranger Office 570 828-2321 nps.gov/dewa

Trails Dingmans Creek Trail (page 11) is a flat, quarter-mile boardwalk to the base of Silverthread and Dingmans falls that is wheelchair accessible. Trail for Everyone (page 11) is wheelchair accessible and has several benches along the one-way, third of a mile route. The Sensory Trail (page 11) is a quarter-mile, rope-lined trail. Visitor Centers and Park Stores Dingmans Falls Visitor Center and park headquarters are wheelchair accessible. Swim Beaches Accessible restrooms and bathhouses are located at Milford and Smithfield beaches. Assistance is needed to the swimming area at these sites. River Runner Shuttle On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends, a free accessible shuttle bus provides service between Kittatinny Point, NJ, and Milford, PA, stopping at numerous places along the way (page 5). Overlooks Resort Point, Point of Gap, and Arrow Island overlooks along PA 611 offer wheelchair accessible views of the Delaware Water Gap.

Service Animals Service animals are allowed in all facilities, trails, and the River Runner shuttle, but must always be leashed. Picnic Areas Accessible restrooms and picnic sites are located at Milford Beach, Toms Creek, Smithfield Beach, Hialeah, Watergate, and Kittatinny Point. Historical Sites Millbrook Village (page 18) has accessible restrooms and the path through the village is wheelchair accessible. However, most buildings in the village are not accessible due to the narrow doorways in historic structures. Peters Valley (Bevans Village) is operated by the Peters Valley School of Craft (page 13). The restrooms and first floor of the store are wheelchair accessible. The Foster-Armstrong House and the Nelden-Roberts Stonehouse (page 12 and 13) are each wheelchair accessible on the first floor.

Boat Launch A boat loading ramp is available at Smithfield Beach. The ramp provides access to trailer-mounted boats. Fishing Pier A pier at Loch Lomond is wheelchair accessible. Campgrounds Dingmans Campground has wheelchair accessible sites. The Dingmans Campground store and bathhouse are accessible. Valley View Group Campsite #1 is wheelchair accessible. Audio Described Exhibits Audio files for the Dingmans Falls Visitor Center exhibits and many wayside exhibits throughout the park are available for download at the park’s website: nps.gov/dewa/planyourvisit/accessibility.htm

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All areas within 450 feet of any regularly used or occupied structure, including: Pennsylvania • Bushkill Meeting Center • Bushkill School • Cliff Park grounds and golf course • Dingmans and Bushkill ranger stations • Dingmans Campground and Valley View Group Campsites • Dingmans Ferry, Eshback, and Bushkill accesses • Dingmans Maintenance Facility area • George W. Childs Park area • Milford and Smithfield beaches • Park Headquarters • Pocono Environmental Education Center • Raymondskill and Dingmans falls area • Slateford Farmhouse • Toms Creek, Hidden Lake, Loch Lomond, and Hialeah picnic areas New Jersey • Camp Ken-Etiwa-Pec area • Chado Maintenance Facility area • Kittatinny Point Visitor Center area • Millbrook Village • Minisink Reformed Dutch Church • Mohican Outdoor Center area • Peters Valley School of Craft, including Thunder Mountain area • Rivers Bend Group Campsites • Turtle Beach • Van Campen Inn • Walpack Center area • Walpack Ridge Trail • Watergate Recreation Site • Weygadt Facility area

Kid’s Page

Illustrations by Student Artist-in-Residence Julie Benbassat

Free Passes for Fourth Graders

Four Seasons of Fun

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is inviting all fourth graders to visit National Park Service sites for free this year as part of the Every Kid in a Park program. The program gives fourth grade students, and those accompanying them, free access to more than 2,000 federally managed lands and waters that charge entrance fees. While Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area charges only expanded amenity fees and does not charge entrance fees, the Every Kid in a Park pass provides free access to places like Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Acadia National Park, and Cape Cod National Seashore. EveryKidinaPark.gov, has links to educational activities, trip planning, field trip options, the downloadable pass and additional information in both English and Spanish.

With an Every Kid in a Park Pass, you can explore over four hundred National Park Service sites and hundreds of other federal lands, including monuments, historic homes, seashores, forests, and scenic trails. Within a two hour drive of Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area there are over twenty National Park Service sites. After your visit to the park, check out one of these other National Park Service sites: 1. Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site 2. Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site 3. Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site 4. Weir Farm National Historic Site 5. Sagamore Hill National Historic Site 6. Fire Island National Seashore 7. Thomas Edison National Historical Park 8. Morristown National Historical Park 9. Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River 10. Steamtown National Historic Site 11. Statue of Liberty National Monument 12. African Burial Ground National Monument 13. Federal Hall National Memorial 14. Gateway National Recreation Area 15. Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site

Discover the Park After Dark Discover the park in a whole new “light” after the sun goes down! Although some areas close at sundown, there are many places to explore in the park after dark. A whole new world comes alive night. Nocturnal animals are out, fireflies dance and flash, and stars shine above. There are many ways to enjoy the park after dark. Lay out a blanket and gaze up at the stars. Find constellations or create your own. Take a hike and listen to the nighttime sounds or walk by the light of a full moon. On Friday evenings during the summer, join a ranger on a lantern-lit walk on the Dingmans Creek Trail.

Become a Junior Ranger!

When Exploring After Dark See and Be Seen: Always have a light source. Bring flashlights and headlamps along so that you can see where you are going and others can see you. Pack extra batteries. Wear brightly-colored clothing and reflectors if you will be walking along roadways or near cars, bikes, and other motor vehicles.

Junior Rangers explore, learn about, and help protect national parks. To become a Junior at Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, stop by Dingmans Falls Visitor Center or park headquarters to pick up a book, learn about how to become a Junior Ranger and earn your badge. As a Junior Ranger, you will become an important member of our team and help us care for this special place. Illustrations by Student Artist-in-Residence Julie Benbassat

Layer Up to Stay Warm and Dry: When the sun goes down, so does the temperature. You may be dressed comfortably for your daytime adventure, but pay attention and layer up as the time passes and the temperature drops.

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Activities and Events Activities and Events DATE(s)

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DESCRIPTION

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES

May 25

10 am to 3 pm

Spring Fling

Millbrook Village

Celebrate spring in Millbrook Village with historic crafts and demonstrations.

For a complete list of activities and events, visit the park calendar in the Planning Your Visit section at nps.gov/dewa.

Jun 1

8:30 am

National Trails Day Hike

Raymondskill Falls Trailhead

Celebrate National Trails Day on a guided hike from Raymondskill Falls to Hackers Fall along the trails at Cliff Park. Meet at the Raymondskill Falls parking lot. (4 hours, 4.5 mile round-trip)

Every Fr Jun 14 - Aug 30

8:30 pm

Dingmans After Dark: Lantern Stroll

Dingmans Falls Visitor Experience the waterfalls of Dingmans Ravine by Center the soft glow of lantern light. Join a ranger for a unique stroll along the Dingmans Creek Trail. Reservations required‡. (1 hour, ½ mile round-trip)

Every Sat 1st & 3rd Sun June 15 - Sep 1

10 am to 4 pm

1800s Village Life

Millbrook Village

Stroll at your leisure through Millbrook Village. Several buildings are open and staffed with rangers and volunteers demonstrating traditional skills and reminiscing about 1800s life in the village.

Jun 15

10 am to 2 pm

Marie Zimmermann Open House

Marie Zimmermann House

Stop in for a tour of the home and learn more about Marie Zimmermann, the artist who called this place home.

Jun 29

10 am to 3 pm

Old-Fashioned Independence Day

Millbrook Village

Celebrate a 19th century-style Independence Day, including hands-on activities, craft demonstrations and a watermelon eating contest.

Sep 14 & 15

10 am to 4 pm

Millbrook Days

Millbrook Village

Celebrate late 19 century rural America. Enjoy music, hands-on-activities, and demonstrations of agricultural and domestic skills and crafts.

Oct 13

12 to 4 pm

Van Campen Day

Van Campen Inn

Experience frontier life in the mid-1700s. Event includes military reenactors, house tours, guided cemetery walks, and a variety of demonstrations.

Oct 19

10 am to 3 pm

Octivities

Millbrook Village

Celebrate the bounties of fall with hands-on activities that are fun for the whole family.

Dec 7

11 am to 4 pm

Victorian Christmas

Millbrook Village

Experience the village decorated in mid to late 19th century holiday style and enjoy playing with period toys and creating Victorian crafts.

Dec 8

5 to 6pm

Christmas Carol Service

Millbrook Village

Gather in the Millbrook Church to sing traditional Christmas songs. All are welcome.

Many park partners offer special public programs, activities, and workshops. Mohican Outdoor Center, operated by the Appalachian Mountain Club, offers outdoor recreation-based programs yearround. For more information, visit outdoors.org/lodging/lodges/Mohican. Montague Association for the Restoration of Community History (MARCH) offers lectures about Montague area history in the summer and fall. For more information, visit montaguehistory.org. Peters Valley School of Craft offers fine craft workshops and artist lectures in the spring, summer, and fall. For more information, visit petersvalley.org. Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) offers youth, family and adult programs and workshops yearround. For more information, visit peec.org. Walpack Historical Society offers lectures and guided walks about the Walpack Valley in the spring, summer, and fall. For more information, visit walpackhistory.org. ‡

Reservations required; call 570 426-2452 Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 4:00 pm

Fees and Passes Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area collects Expanded Amenity Fees spring, summer, and fall at select locations in the park. Fees collected are used to enhance visitor services, maintain and repair park facilities, and to manage cultural and natural resources in the park. The America the Beautiful Annual Pass and America the Beautiful Annual Pass for Active Military are not accepted because the park does not collect a Standard Amenity Fee or an entrance fee. Holders of the America the Beautiful Senior Pass or America the Beautiful Access Pass receive a 50% discount on Expanded Amenity Fees. 2018 Expanded Amenity Fee Schedule • Private Vehicle. . . . . . . . . $10.00 per vehicle (1-7 occupants) • Private Vehicle. . . . . . . . . $2.00 per person (8+ occupants) • Seasonal Park Pass . . . . . $45.00 per vehicle / year * • Seasonal Park Pass . . . . . $22.50 per vehicle / year * w/Senior or Access Pass

Sites where fees are collected: • Smithfield Beach (PA) • Bushkill Access (PA) • Dingmans Access (PA) • Milford Beach (PA) • Turtle Beach (NJ) • Watergate (NJ)

• Walk-in. . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2.00 per person / day Pedestrian / bike * Discount available for multiple passes purchased for the same address

America the Beautiful Pass Series

An America the Beautiful pass is your ticket to more than 2,000 federal recreation sites. Each pass covers entrance fees at national parks and national wildlife refuges as well as standard amenity fees at national forests and grasslands, and at lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Reclamation. A pass covers entrance and standard amenity fees for a driver and all passengers in a personal vehicle at per vehicle fee areas (or up to four adults at sites that charge per person). Children age 15 or under are admitted free. The pass does not cover expanded amenity fees. The following passes make up the series: Annual Pass: $80 Annual Pass for U.S. Military: Free Available to current U.S. military members and dependents Annual 4th Grade Pass: Free Available to U.S. 4th graders with a valid Every Kid in a Park paper pass; more information available at www. everykidinapark.gov

Fees are not charged for persons 15 or younger. Seasonal park passes and America the Beautiful passes are available for purchase at park headquarters or online at https://store.usgs.gov.

Senior Lifetime Pass: $80 Senior Annual Pass: $20 Available to U.S. citizens or permanent residents age 62 or over; must provide documentation of age and residency or citizenship

Commercial vehicles are not authorized without a permit. For more information, visit www.nps.gov/dewa or call 570 426-2434.

Access Lifetime Pass: Free Available to U.S. citizens or permanent residents with permanent disabilities Volunteer Annual Pass: Free Available to volunteers with 250 service hours with participating federal agencies. The six agencies that participate in the Interagency Pass Program are: • National Park Service • U.S. Forest Service • U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service • Bureau of Land Management • Bureau of Reclamation • U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

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If you like the idea of roughing it, yet want some of the comforts of home, a pop-up camper is the best of both worlds. The canvas sides and pullout sections of pop-ups are surrounded with screens and give the feeling of sleeping in the fresh outdoors. Pop-ups come in several sizes and often include an icebox or mini refrigerator, heater, air conditioning, portable toilet, shower, kitchen sink, stove, cabinets and storage space, dining table, and other necessities. Some families prefer going in style. Travel trailers and motor homes offer a luxurious nighttime retreat after a day of outdoor fun. The ease in loading and unloading these shelters is great for moving from campsite to campsite, making cross-country camping less work. Motor homes and travel trailers often have a full size kitchen, living room complete with sofa and chairs, and separate bedrooms for comfort and privacy. Don't overlook the option of a cozy cabin in the woods. Cabin rentals are sometimes found at campgrounds or in national forests at cabin resorts. Cabins range from basic single room

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Whatever your family’s interests, there is plenty to see and do. Trails offer ample activities such as collecting rocks, leaves, or insects, scouting for wildlife, learning about plants and trees, and practicing survival skills, to hiking excursions, mountain biking, and horse back riding. Lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams offer fishing, swimming, row boating or canoeing, sun bathing, and more. Wildlife viewing is often a highlight. Look for animals early in the morning or at dusk on dirt roads and trails, in open fields surrounded by woods, and near water. Be patient, walk slowly and quietly, and don’t forget binoculars. Other activities include nature programs, nature centers and historical sites, flying kites, rollerblading or bicycling on paved trails, and more. When ready to relax, light a campfire and enjoy reading or story telling, play cards or board games, watch the sunset, star gaze, and roast marshmallows.

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Don’t get carried away with packing, or camping will become a chore. Make a list, then weed out items you don’t really need. Portable televisions detract from outdoor fun, so leave yours at home. Think it through before taking your pet. Some campgrounds don’t allow pets and even if they do, they don’t allow pets to be left unattended. A pet can hinder many activities including beaches where dogs often aren’t allowed.

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JUST THE RIGHT CAMPGROUND Try one of these sources to find the perfect campground for your family trip. • Contact the travel or visitor’s bureau in the state you plan to visit. • If you’re a AAA member, pick up one of their regional Camp Books at your local branch office. • Visit the website for Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts at http://www.campjellystone.com/, or call (800) 558-2954. • Call for your KOA Directory at (406) 248-7444, or go to http://www.koa. com/ to make your online reservation.

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There are many ways to cook. You can purchase a gas or liquid-fuel camping stove, or if electricity is available, a crock-pot or electric griddle works well. You can also carry a charcoal or small gas grill or cook over an open fire.

• Visit http://usparks.about.com/ blstparklistings.htm for the contact information on state park services in all 50 states.

Keep meals simple to minimize packing, preparation, and clean up. Easy choices include: hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken, steak, sandwiches, eggs, bacon, sausage, crock pot meals, sweet corn, baked potatoes, canned foods such as baked beans, tuna, chicken, spaghetti, ravioli, and soup, fresh fruit, vegetables and dip, bagels, English muffins, cereal, fruit juice, and hot cocoa.

• Visit the National Park Service at http://www.nps.gov/findapark/index.htm • For a comprehensive directory of private, state, and national campgrounds, pick up Woodall’s North American Campground Directory found in most camping supply stores, or order online at http://www.woodalls.com/

On the other hand, if you enjoy cooking and good meals are one of the highlights for your family, then make the most of mealtime. With all the options for cooking, you can easily enjoy a gourmet feast.

CAMPING TIPS

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Camping is often a learn-as-you-go experience. But the following can alleviate hassles and keep your family safe. Protect your food from animals and animals from your food by blocking access. Animals can find their way into nearly anything. Raccoons are known to lift lids right off coolers to snatch hot dogs and other treats. A cooler that latches is usually a safe bet. Any food that isn’t tightly contained should be stored in your vehicle overnight.

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Poor weather can strike at anytime and insect infestations can also make for a miserable experience. Make additional shelter such as a screen tent or tarps and rope part of your camping gear. Arrive at your camp destination ahead of the crowd. Every campsite is unique, and early arrival can assure a site that satisfies your needs. When selecting a site look for proximity to restrooms, the playground, electricity, and water. If you have young children, make sure the site isn’t close to a river or lake. The amount of shade you’ll want will depend on the weather forecast. To avoid mud, a grassy or rock site may be preferred. Also, avoid a site backed up to outhouses, which can smell in the heat and wind.

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Know what animals are found in the area and teach your children animal safety. Wild animals usually want to avoid humans as much as we want to avoid them. Still, they can pose risks. In the west, mountain lions have been known to snag children and even small women. In bear country, those accustom to people sometimes get too close and result in injury. Even small animals that feel threatened may attack. 

INDEPENDENCE DAY By Suzanne McCool

hat does the 4th of July or “Independence Day” mean to you? Over the years, at various times, I have thought how happy I am to be born an American and to live in America. I have traveled to approximately 20 countries in the world, and while I have enjoyed my trips abroad, I was always happy to be back in the good ol’ USA!

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I do cherish our freedoms and I have counted my blessings that our forefathers were such courageous, honest, and ethical individuals. Our American story could have been so different if we hadn’t had people like Ben Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Paul Revere, George Washington, Samuel Adams, and many others to lead us to freedom.

I do cherish our freedoms and I have counted my blessings that our forefathers were such courageous, honest, and ethical individuals. The decision to separate from England was not made lightly. Thoughtful, highly moral people felt it was the right thing to do. Our ancestors fought a long, difficult war to secure the freedoms we all cherish today. We should all be thankful for the sacrifices they made to start a new nation conceived with the idea of liberty for all.

At the time I was in high school, we had to memorize the first paragraph of The Declaration of Independence in our history classes. It is thrilling writing. Do you remember it?

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And I quote.... “When in the Course of human Events, it becomes necessary for one People to dissolve the Political Bands which have connected them with another, and to assume among the Powers of the Earth, the separate and equal Station to which the Laws of Nature and Nature’s God entitle them, a decent Respect to the Opinions of Mankind requires that they should declare the causes which impel them to the Separation. We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all Men are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness – That to secure these Rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just Powers from the Consent of the Governed, that whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these Ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute a new Government, laying its Foundation on such Principles, and organizing its Powers in such Form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness.” Note that many words were capitalized by the authors of the Declaration of Independence to emphasis their importance at that time.

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The Declaration goes on for several more pages. It can easily be found on-line today, and I encourage everyone on this Fourth of July to read it, and appreciate the beauty of our American system of government.  JUNE/JULY 2019 POCONO LIVING MAGAZINE© 33

OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS: STAGECOACH TRAVEL IN MONROE COUNTY By: Amy Leiser, Executive Director,

Monroe County Historical Association

ong before railroad or automobile travel, Monroe County citizens used their own horses, mules, or even oxen to travel between destinations. At times, neighbors and friends would offer rides to each other, and it seems like a natural evolution from sharing rides and offering a little space in a wagon to charging customers for hauling freight or for passenger seats on a stagecoach. In such a way, stagecoach rides became a major part of the early travel industry. The first four-horse-team stagecoach came to Monroe County in 1846. Mr. John Ward, an enterprising young businessman, operated a stagecoach service between Stanhope and Newark, N.J. Encouraged by his friends, he branched out to include a stop in Monroe County. The first trip was 12-hours long; the coach left from Stroudsburg and included a stop in Delaware Water Gap before crossing the river to stop in Columbia, Blairstown, Johnsonburg, Stanhope, and Morristown. At Morristown, passengers were able to board the rail line and continue onto New York City. From New York, travelers could go anywhere in the world. Theodore Schoch, publisher of the Stroudsburg newspaper, Jeffersonian Republican, praised this new transportation service. He said it was “a great personal convenience and a cheap, direct, and rapid mode of transit to our great national emporium (New York).”

Not only did this new service provide greater opportunity for travel, it also established an improved system for information. Ward’s stagecoach would return to Stroudsburg not only with passengers, but also with New York newspapers and information. Schoch also commented that, “Mr. Ward has kindly supplied us with the Daily Tribune and other papers for which we tender him our thanks for putting us on the direct communication with one of the most important points in our country.” In fact, the Daily Tribute was delivered to Stroudsburg the very same day that it was printed and available on newsstands in New York City, a feat unthinkable before the stagecoach.

Not only did this new service provide greater opportunity for travel, it also established an improved system for information. As travel by stagecoach began to grow in popularity, so too did competition between stagecoach companies. Stroudsburg resident J.J. Posten managed the Washington Hotel. He joined with Robert C. Sleath to have a stagecoach line run between his hotel and the Conner’s American Hotel in Easton, naturally

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with overnight accommodations. The Posten-Sleath proprietors charged $1.25 for the six-hour trip that departed Stroudsburg every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The return trip would arrive on Tuesday and Thursday. Later, J.J. Posten became the operator of the Indian Queen Hotel and further developed the business of stagecoach travel, expanding his hotel as a transit center for the region. Posten partnered with stagecoach proprietors Stauffer and Ostrander to increase the transportation system from Stroudsburg to points north, west and south. The northbound coaches departed Stroudsburg at 7 a.m. and took passengers to Port Jervis, N.Y., via Bushkill, Dingmans and Milford. The westbound coaches also departed the Indian Queen at 7 a.m. and traveled to Brodheadsville, to White Haven and then onto Wilkes-Barre. An unusually early stagecoach departed the Indian Queen Hotel at 1 a.m. and headed to Bartonsville and Tannersville to catch another stagecoach that was bound for Honesdale and Scranton; in Scranton, passengers could board the Erie Railroad. This stagecoach line traveled every day except Sundays. 36 POCONO LIVING MAGAZINEÂŠ JUNE/JULY 2019

By 1853, William Dean, a local and independent stagecoach proprietor and driver, joined Stauffer and Ostrander. The stagecoach industry wanted to demonstrate that stagecoaches and railroads could co-exist and that both industries needed each other to thrive.

The stagecoach industry wanted to demonstrate that stagecoaches and railroads could co-exist and that both industries needed each other to thrive. In 1854, Stauffer and Ostrander (together with Dean) added rail connections and met trains in Easton, a hub for New York and Philadelphia travelers. This was before the Delaware, Lackawanna, and Western Railroad had services in Monroe County. Advertisement for the stagecoach line not only provided details about departure and arrival times, but also promoted

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the route to “pass through sections of the country which are as magnificent and picturesque as any in the Union.” Travelers could also expect “excellent coaches, good horses, and careful drivers.” Including stops, the travel time from Easton to Stroudsburg was 5.5 hours, and the fee was $2.87. The federal government did aid some stagecoach lines by awarding postal contracts, so that in addition to passengers, mail would be delivered to towns. In 1857, stagecoach service was extended from Mauch Chunk (present day Jim Thorpe) to Stroudsburg for mail delivery. The stops for this particular stagecoach line left Stroudsburg at 7 a.m. and included Sciota, Brodheadsville, Kresgeville, Weissport and Lehighton. Because of Stroudsburg’s geographical location and size, the town was a busy hub of stagecoach travel during the mid 1800s. Eventually, travel by stagecoach gave way as towns developed and rail lines increased – and automobiles were invented.  JUNE/JULY 2019 POCONO LIVING MAGAZINE© 37

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THE TANNERSVILLE CRANBERRY BOG Courtesy of The Nature Conservancy

tanding out in vivid contrast to the surrounding Pocono Mountains landscape, Tannersville Cranberry Bog provides a snapshot of colder times. Thousands of years ago, a large glacial lake occupied the space of what has since become a thick soup of peat moss.

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Today, while the ice and lake have long receded, the unique bog ecosystem that remains serves as the southernmost low elevation boreal bog along the eastern seaboard. It represents an intricate

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transformation that took place over the millennia and would be impossible to replace if destroyed. Affectionately known as “The Cranberry” to nearby residents, Tannersville Cranberry Bog has become ingrained in the local community and culture, inspiring wonder among the students, educators, scientists, nature lovers and photographers who visit each year. Of special interest are some of North America’s most beautiful native orchids, including rose pogonia and the stateendangered heart-leaved twayblade. As the Tannersville Cranberry Bog is one of its first nature preserves, The Nature Conservancy continues to engage the surrounding community in conserving this geological remnant

Tannersville Cranberry Bog has become ingrained in the local community and culture, inspiring wonder among the students, educators, scientists, nature lovers and photographers who visit each year.

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of a long-ago ice age. In return for this careful stewardship, the bog soaks up rain and runoff like a giant sponge – cleansing water and controlling pollution throughout the Pocono Creek watershed. In 2006, a former elementary school teacher bequeathed 11 acres to the Conservancy in order to expand the preserve she once shared with her students. The Conservancy later acquired 67 more acres from her estate – property that would have otherwise been developed to support more than 20 new homes.

THREATS

Residential development, water pollution and groundwater depletion.

ACTION

Managing the preserve with assistance from volunteers and partners. Providing educational opportunities for the local community. Acquiring land and conservation easements.

MILESTONES

Creation of a floating boardwalk during the 1980’s that provides accessibility without damage to the bog. Acquisition of 78 acres in 2006 to expand the preserve to 900 acres, including 300 acres purchased in partnership with Pocono Township.

PARTNERS

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MONROE COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION RECEIVES GRANT FOR ARCHAEOLOGY DIG AT STROUD MANSION

By: Amy Leiser, Executive Director, Monroe County Historical Association

he Monroe County Historical Association is pleased to announce that the organization has received a $23,358.00 Keystone Historic Preservation Grant to conduct an archaeological dig at the Stroud Mansion, 900 Main Street, Stroudsburg, PA. Awarded through the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, the matching grant program supports projects that identify, preserve, promote, and protect historic and archaeological resources in Pennsylvania for both the benefit of the public and community revitalization.

Working with Dr. Jonathan Burns of Juniata College, the Monroe County Historical Association will host an archaeological field school at the Stroud Mansion June 17 – July 7, 2019. The archaeological dig will focus on the recovery of artifacts and will broaden the organization’s knowledge of Fort Hamilton (1755 to 1757), of the Stroud Family, and of the property’s subsequent use. Individuals interested in participating in the archaeological dig for college credit may contact Dr. Burns at burns@juniata.edu.

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The archaeological dig will focus on the recovery of artifacts and will broaden the organization’s knowledge of Fort Hamilton (1755 to 1757), of the Stroud Family, and of the property’s subsequent use. Founded in 1921, the Monroe County Historical Association is a cultural and learning center that assists the diverse community of residents and visitors in connecting Monroe County’s past with the present. The historic 1795 Stroud Mansion, located at the corner of Main and 9th Streets in downtown Stroudsburg, serves as the headquarters of the nonprofit organization and houses a local history museum and genealogical research library.  For additional information, please visit www. MonroeHistorical.org or call (570) 421-7703.

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