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Contributors

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KATHY DUBIN-UHLER Cheers and Tears / P. 6 Katherine Uhler is the director of the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitaion and Education Center. She became a licensed wildlife rehabilitator in 1980 and has been growing the nonprofit, all-volunteer PWREC since. In addition to running the Center with her husband and co-director, Eric, she has earned a Master’s Degree in Wildlife Biology and teaches Ecology at Stroudsburg High School.

WILLIAM M. WILLIAMS Shohola Marsh Project / P. 16 William M. Williams is a Wildlife Conservation Officer and the Information and Education Supervisor for the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Northeast Region. “Bill” is responsible for administering the Hunter/Trapper Education program for the 13 county region and serving as both media and legislative liaison for the agency. Prior to working for the PA Game Commission, Bill served in the U.S. Navy as a Hospital Corpsman and worked as an Environmental Education Specialist for the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. He is an active member of the Pennsylvania Outdoor Writers Association and Outdoor Writers Association of America. Bill lives near Benton and enjoys spending time on his hobby farm with his wife Michelle, Chesapeake Bay Retriever Rocco, alpacas, goats, and chickens.

KIMBERLY BLAKER Fall Fun / P. 50 Kimberly Blaker, of Michigan, is a realtor and an author and freelance writer. Her articles have appeared in more than 200 newspapers, parenting and women’s magazines, and other publications throughout the U.S.

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October/November 2017

What’s Inside 6 Cheers and Tears

by Kathy Dubin-Uhler

12 Bears, bears, and more bears by Chelsea McMahon

16 Shohola Marsh

by William M. Williams

20 Photography Contest Winners 50 Fall Fun

by Kimberly Blaker

54 Hiking with the Brodhead Watershed Association 57 In and Around the Poconos

ON THE COVER: Our cover for this issue features a photo of the reservoir at Shohola Falls by Ashley Hall. PHOTO : MARLANA HOLSTEN OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2017 POCONO LIVING MAGAZINE© 5

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Cheers and Tears

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Pocono Wildlife through the Eyes of a Rehabilitator By Kathy Dubin-Uhler

he year I was born, my parents bought a small cottage in Marshall’s Creek, Monroe County.

It was quiet and dark. Some of the most vivid memories I have are those of the sounds made by the creatures that lived in the woods and nearby pond. There were frogs calling in April and May. The noise was almost intolerable, but the sheer numbers made that experience unforgettable. Later in spring, the less intense Pickerel

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deafening numbers of tiny Spring Peeper

and Leopard frogs would call, and then the warm summer evenings were enhanced

and walking sticks resting on the screening

by the laid-back banjo-like twangs made

of our back porch, from which we’d also feed

by Green Frogs and the “jug-of-rum” of

the chipmunks. I had become so accustomed

Bullfrogs. Other animals were vocal at

to seeing deer, squirrels, raccoons and

night as well. Whippoorwills, birds which

skunks, I assumed that everyone in the world

eat insects in the evening, sang from the

was familiar and comfortable with wildlife.

darkness and katydids began their loud chorus in August. In the daytime, birds of the forest sang

Today, despite the proliferation of new housing, businesses and roads, many species of wildlife still abound in the

their songs, hidden by the dense foliage. I

Poconos, due especially to the number and

wasn’t well versed in the names of all the

size of lands controlled and maintained

birds, but I remember Hermit and Wood

by the PA Game Commission, DCNR (State

thrushes and vireos, towhees, and, of course,

Parks), The Delaware Water Gap National

Robins.

Recreation Area, and to conservation groups

We did see wildlife as well. My parents

including The Nature Conservancy and

invested in a red bulb for the spotlight in

Pocono Heritage Land Trust. Our Open Space

front of the cabin and directed it right on our

programs have proven to be beneficial in

birdfeeder. Flying squirrels would come to

protecting choice properties from becoming

the feeder at night, gliding back and forth to

tax-money consuming housing parcels. 8

their tree cavity nest. We’d see Luna moths

The PWREC is a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization which treats all native species of wildlife, returning healthy individuals to the wild, provided education and advice to individuals and groups of all sizes and ages about many wildlife issues, and provided a buffer against disease and injury to the public by maintaining a professional facility to which animals in need of help can be brought. The PWREC holds licenses from the PA Game Commission, US Fish and Wildlife Service and US Dept of Agriculture, none of which fund our efforts, but provide us with mountains of paperwork that allow us to do our work legally! Currently, this is the only all-volunteer, all-species facility in the Pocono region. The facility is funded by donations from individuals and from our live wildlife education programs. We have no corporate sponsors, as yet, but would be delighted to have that support. Please consider visiting our website, www. poconowildlife.org , providing a taxdeductible donation, requesting a live wildlife demonstration for your organization, community or school, or donating time to complete one of our projects.

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CHEERS AND TEARS

s a young adult, I was so intensely interested in wildlife that I earned my undergraduate and graduate

degrees here in the Pocono Mountains learning about wildlife health and habitat and teaching others about the creatures with whom we share northeastern PA. In addition to my position teaching Ecology and Bioethics at Stroudsburg High School, I serve as founder and Director of the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center, a nonprofit, all-volunteer wildlife care facility. It is work that truly goes without understanding by the public and even friends and family. There are no “summer vacations”, or even entire “days off”. We hear “It must be so much fun to work with the animals” and “I’d love to do what you do”. Spending time with wildlife can be fun, but two recent animals with which we worked illustrate the very highest highs and deepest lows of wildlife rehabilitation.

electrolytes, the 25 pound cub was able to open his eyes now and then, and look at us. By evening, he was becoming more alert as we continued hydration and medication for his concussion. We were able to get him to lick blueberry yogurt from a spoon, which picked up his spirits (much in the same way that ice cream does for me when I hurt). The next morning, he was able to pick up his head, and ate whatever we put in his mouth- cantaloupe, yogurt, thawed One day, we received a call from a gentleman and his wife who were unlucky enough to have a bear cub run headlong into the wheel of his truck while scampering across the road to keep up with his mother and sibling, who crossed safely ahead of him. Unconscious, the limp cub was brought to the wildlife center. After administering pain medication and large quantities of 8 POCONO LIVING MAGAZINE© OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2017

blackberries etc, but he was in a great deal of pain, more than we have medication for here at the wildlife center. A call was made to a local animal hospital which delivered and administered a more appropriate medication for the level of pain and inflammation this poor cub was suffering. By the next day, the little bear was trying to sit up, feeling much better after medication allowed for a good

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night’s sleep. And then by the next day, little “Boo Boo” knew we were not mom and he was not in Jellystone anymore. He would smack his lips and snort at us- such a big man! Although wobbly, he was able to stand and eat food from a bowl. At this point he was going through two full cups of fruit yogurt, a cup of varied fruits, a half dozen dead chicks, and two cups of “bear formula” a day. Cleaning his cage became a choreography of getting the cub to move from one cage into another. Eric observed him as he ate while I cleaned bear poop and replaced towels and blankets lining his cage. Then, with yet more food the cub was coaxed to move back to the cleaned cage. This little bruin was ready to be back with his mom. The PA Game Commission has authority to direct our efforts especially when it comes to dangerous or high-profile animals, such 8 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2017 POCONO LIVING MAGAZINE© 9

CHEERS AND TEARS

as bears. A call was made notifying them that the cub was ready for release. WCO Cory Bentzoni arrived at the wildlife center and he and Eric wrestled the now 30 pound furry ball of teeth and claws to attach metal ear tags for future identification while I attempted to videotape the process. You wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think two grown men would have such a hard time piercing the ears of a little bitty cub, but bears are not to be underestimated, at any size! He was then transported to the exact location where his mother and sibling had been spotted, and to the waiting WCO Raymond Lizzio, in whose district the bear was found. He had scoped out the area and there was a heavily used bear trail, no people for interference, and a pile of pastries placed strategically down the trail for mom and cub to meet. We put the cage on the ground, opened the door, and said our good-byes. The cub took off like a shot, then he stopped, sniffed the air, and gave us a look that provided us confidence that he knew where he was, and he slowly walked away from us down the bear path. Eric and I were exhausted from our week of rehabilitating this cub but the satisfaction, thrill and exhilaration will never be forgotten.

n another day at the center, I received a phone call from offduty Wildlife Conservation Officer

Brad Kreider, who was responding to a call that an immature Bald Eagle had suffered electrocution and fell some fifty feet from a power pole in West Easton. Upon arrival at the wildlife center, the bird was drifting in and out of consciousness, and had a burn injury to his left foot. Animals are weighed upon admission to calculate dosages of medications and to judge their general condition. In addition to burns and trauma, the young eagle weighed only 7 pounds, at least 3 pounds under normal weight. Young raptors often starve, not because of a lack of prey, but because it takes time to perfect hunting skills. Fluids, medications for shock, 10 POCONO LIVING MAGAZINEÂŠ OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2017

trauma, and pain were administered, and an animal hospital with two veterinarians experienced in raptor medicine were alerted that we needed their help as soon as the bird was stable enough to survive x-rays, tests and treatment. We worked with the large brown bird into the night, and by morning he was standing and staring at us. His left leg was bright red, his wing drooped, but he was standing! After a very brief high-five, my husband, Eric, and I rushed the bird to the vet. Following their consult with the well-known University of Minnesota Raptor Center, the prognosis was handed down as very, very poor. We were provided a bag full of topical preparations, antibiotics, pain medications, and a sympathetic handshake to return home from the vet with a very, very injured bird. After a few days, the eagle was able to move about and flap a little. His energy level was up, his pain level was noticeably lower, and he was HUNGRY. Encouraged by his progress, and increasing activity level, we worked day and night, alternating medications, providing calories, fluids and foot massages to try and regain circulation in the leg. Then one morning, we were stunned to find that the small wound on the leg had enlarged and a hole in the skin opened in the wing. We rushed to the animal hospital, where we were informed that, similar to frostbite, damage from electricity becomes visible days after the injury. We treated aggressively, but by the next morning, the vast amount of tissue damage caused by the

electric jolt received by this beautiful young eagle took his life. We were crushed. We sat and held the bird, not speaking, incredulous that such a life force was taken after so very much care.

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Bears, bears, and more bears

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an adult is two to three feet at shoulders. Average length is four to seven feet from tip of the nose to tail. Males weigh an average of 150-300 lbs. while females are smaller. They are only found in North America and the current population estimate is 750,000. However, the Louisiana black bear (Ursus americanus luteolu) and Florida black bear (Ursus

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BEARS, BEARS, AND MORE BEARS

n Black bears tend to shuffle along slowly when walking, but are able to sprint at speeds of around 40-50 kph. However, they cannot maintain this pace for long when they are plump and wearing their winter coat. n Ironically, black bears are not always black. They can also be light brown, blond, or even a greyish-blue. A subspecies of black bear with white fur, known as the Kermode or spirit bear, lives in British Columbia.

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n Female black bears can give birth to up to six cubs, and usually breed every other year. Cubs stay with their mother for about 18 months before going out on their own. n Average life span is ten years for a black bear. n According to Born Free USA, black bears can be legally hunted in 27 states in America, and between 40,000 to 50,000 bears are legally hunted there each year. Even more are poached illegally. n Most black bears hibernate depending on local weather conditions

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and availability of food during the winter months. In regions where there is a consistent food supply and warmer weather throughout the winter, bears may not hibernate at all or do so for a very brief time. Females give birth and usually remain denned throughout the winter, but males and females without young may leave their dens from time to time during winter months. P

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SHOHOLA MARSH Waterfowl Area Revitalized By William M. Williams A diamond in the rough Wetlands found on state game lands in Pike County have always been a haven for waterfowl and a project recently completed by the Game Commission, in cooperation with Ducks Unlimited, has made this area even more attractive for migrating ducks and geese. State Game Lands 180 (SGL 180) encompasses nearly 11,500 acres in Dingman, Blooming Grove, Shohola and Lackawaxen townships. It contains 745 acres of wetlands and Shohola Lake, a 909-acre impoundment that drains into the Shohola Creek. Portions of the game lands are designated as propagation areas where habitat conditions favorable to waterfowl and marsh birds are established, maintained and enhanced.

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SHOHOLA MARSH

Propagation areas are

to be flooded and the water-

Fish and Wildlife Service

closed to recreational activity

control structure was in poor

(USFWS) and Ducks

and provide undisturbed

condition.

Unlimited (DU) provided

areas for migrating ducks

Game Commission land

support and expertise.

and geese. The high-quality

management personnel

habitat provides waterfowl

recognized the need for more

Game Commission obtain

with an ideal place to rest,

of this area to be flooded to

the required permits and

feed and restore energy

effectively attract and hold

DU donated a new water-

reserves before continuing

large numbers of waterfowl.

control structure. The Game

along its migratory route.

The Shohola Marsh Farm’s

Commission assembled

Field Waterfowl Propagation

materials needed for

Area Project was conceived

new piping, experienced

and project coordinators

manpower, and heavy

envisioned a manageable

equipment using Pittman-

wetlands system expanding

Robertson federal funding.

Project plan develops The Shohola Marsh “Farm’s Field” waterfowl propagation area was originally a four-acre impoundment found at the southwest portion of Shohola Lake. Damage to the levee caused by beavers and

to over 19 acres.

Plans, permits and partners The initial phase of the

years of weathering led to a

project involved collecting

breach. A dilapidated water-

elevation information and

intake pipe and antiquated

conducting soil samples to

ditch system were no longer

support a comprehensive

allowing the impoundment

design. The United States

The USFWS helped the

The main body of the Lake Shohola was drawn down in early May to make levee construction possible and Game Commission personnel soon went to work stripping the old sod layer and filling in breached areas.

The levee takes shape The new water control structure was put in place and a completely renovated water intake system was built to feed the wetland with water. An open ditch that served to connect the intake system to the wetland was replaced with thermoplastic pipe, preventing water volume loss through soil permeation. The improved levee was finally top-coated with soil and seeded to secure it.

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A vision becomes reality The Shohola Marsh Farm’s Field Waterfowl Propagation Area project was

Teamwork benefits wildlife and hunters Cooperation with government

completed in mid-June utilizing 17 Game

and non-profit wildlife conservation

Commission employees working nearly

organizations helps the Pennsylvania

every work day for a month and a half.

Game Commission achieve its mission

Wildlife conservation partners from DU

of managing Pennsylvania’s wild birds,

and the USFWS routinely monitored the

wild mammals, and their habitats for

status of the project and provided expert

current and future generations. This type

advice and guidance throughout. The

of cooperation resulted in 19 acres of

impoundment is scheduled to be filled

prime wetland habitat being created in

with water this fall in time to welcome

Pike County.

descending flocks of ducks and geese,

“This project is an excellent example

providing them with a quiet respite on

of the robust partnership between

their journey south.

the Game Commission, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and Ducks Unlimited to conserve critical wetland habitat for waterfowl in Pennsylvania,” said DU

Game Commission and Ducks Unlimited personnel First Row (L-R) Land Management Group Supervisor Kevin Moran; Game Lands Maintenance Forman Adam Cottell; DU Regional Biologist Jim Feaga; Game Lands Maintenance Foreman Darren Pettyjohn; Game Lands Maintenance Worker Don Gromel; PGC Northeast Region Director Dan Figured Second (L-R) – PGC NE Region Land Management Supervisor Michael Beahm; PGC Surveyor Mike Stone; Game Lands Maintenance Worker John Sivo; Game Lands Maintenance Worker Dawson Young; Land Management Group Supervisor Jim Jolley; Land Management Group Supervisor Phil Kasper Third Row (L-R) – PGC Surveyor Jim Lambert; Game Lands Maintenance Worker Joe Loughney; Game Lands Maintenance Worker Brad Papson; Game Lands Maintenance Foreman Jim Roberts; Game Lands Maintenance Worker Dave Kocher

region biologist Jim Feaga. “The newly created impoundment will contribute to maintaining healthy populations of American black ducks, mallards, wood ducks, and hooded mergansers for years to come.” P OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2017 POCONO LIVING MAGAZINE© 19

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2017 PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST • LANDSCAPE

Canola Field in Cherry Valley by Vinzon Lee, First Place

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Photographer Vinzon Lee came across this field of Canola Flowers (used to make Canola Oil) this past spring in the West End. To achieve the best perspective and exposure, he climbed on top of his car and waited a half hour for the right light.

CHERRY VALLEY SUNSET by Vinzon Lee

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Above: Looking from Mt. Minsi towards Mt.Tammany in the Gap by Efrain Cruz, Honorable Mention Facing page, top: Cherry Valley Farm in late Autumn at dusk by Louise Reeves, Second Place Facing page, bottom: Cherry Valley Farm on an Autumn morning by Dave Sandt, Third Place

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Briella by Jenn Sebastionelli, Third Place

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• HISTORIC STRUCTURES

Facing page: Brinkers Mill in Sciota by Ashley Hall, First Place Above: The Deer Head Inn in Delaware Water Gap by Marlana Holsten, Second Place

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Ross Common Spring House by Josh Loomis, Third Place

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Top: Stroud Mansion by Marlana Holsten, Honorable Mention Bottom: Cattell Cabin on top of Big Pocono by Vinzon Lee, Honorable Mention

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• MISCELLANEOUS

Facing page: Dave Sandt, First Place Above: Linda Zak, Second Place

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Lisa Vitale, Third Place

Nancy Tully, Honorable Mention

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Fall Fun

Outdoor Family Activities for the Autumn Season

By Kimberly Blaker

Summer may be seen as the outdoor season, but autumn also offers lots of opportunities for outdoor fun. Try some of these family activities, and fill your kids’ senses with delight.

Enjoy a color tour. National parks and forests are the places to be in the fall. Contact your nearest National Park, and find out when fall colors will be at their peak and recommended routes for picturesque views.

Host a campfire cookout. If outdoor fires are permitted in your area, have the kids round up neighborhood friends for a cookout. Hot dogs, hot chocolate, marshmallows, and s’mores are a traditional way to top off the season. Have everyone take turns telling stories around the fire. If you have little ones, check-out library books with autumn themes to read to the youngsters.

Attend a football game. Gather your blankets and head to the stadium. High school, college, and pro football games are great fun for kids and parents alike. Take along a bag of popcorn and thermos of hot cocoa, then snuggle up and get ready to cheer on your team.

Visit an apple orchard. Take your kids apple picking, and top off the day with cider and doughnuts, a hayride, and end-of-the-year picnic.

Make a scarecrow. What’s fall without a scarecrow on your porch? It is easy to make. Just buy a couple bails of straw, then have each family member gather some old clothes and hats. Stuff it using string to tie off the hands, feet, and head.

Walk in the woods. As flies and mosquitoes retreat, it’s the perfect time of year for a walk in the woods. Look for animals scurrying about gathering for the long, cold months ahead. Don’t forget your binoculars. Contact state and local parks for wooded trails near you.

Leaf fun. Remember as a kid diving into the crisp fall leaves? Grab the rakes, and have your youngsters pitch in. Pile up the leaves to jump in, build a fort, and even have a leaf fight.

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your local events website online to see what’s coming up.

Visit a pumpkin patch. Begin a family tradition of picking your pumpkins from a patch. After cleaning out the pumpkins, make roasted pumpkin seeds, a yummy treat that kids love. Rinse the seeds, pat them dry, and coat with melted butter. Spread the seeds on a cookie sheet, sprinkle with salt, and bake at 350 until golden brown. Be sure and stir them occasionally.

Bird migration watch. As fall fills the air, many birds begin to head south. Contact State and National parks or your Department of Natural Resources for recommended birding locations as well as bird festivals.

Shift through a cornfield maze. Kids delight in finding their way through cornfield mazes. To find a maze near you, visit www. cornmazesamerica.com/ Also, watch the entertainment section of your newspaper.

Plant perennials and bulbs. Let your kids try out their green thumbs. After all, fall is the time of year to plant perennials and flower bulbs. Let your kids choose some plants from the gardening store, and give them the opportunity to help design the garden. A hand-painted rock or two adds color until the spring blossoms bloom.

Take a railroad excursion. With the colors of fall blazing under bright blue skies, a scenic railroad excursion is a sure bet. Check your local travel agency for excursions in nearby.

Hold a pumpkin sale. If you have little entrepreneurs, have them

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set up a pumpkin stand in your front yard. Find an orchard where pumpkins are cheap, then have your kids purchase a small stock to sell for a higher price. Hot cocoa, baked pumpkin seeds, or doughnuts make good commercial additions to the stand.

Horseback rides. Head to the stables and enjoy the fall colors on horseback. For horse rental listings by state visit www.horserentals.com/ index.html, or look in the yellow pages under ‘stables’.

Make a bird feeder or house. Kids will enjoy the carpentry experience and marvel at watching birds make use of their creation. Kits are available in hobby stores and online for making bird feeders. To make one from scratch, visit your library and checkout a book on how to build a birdhouse, or find free instructions on the Internet.

Parades and marching bands. Find out when your local college or high school will hold its homecoming parade. Be sure to take a blanket and snacks, and enjoy the colorful floats, majorettes, cheerleaders, and marching band. Also, don’t forget the spectacular Thanksgiving Day parades. P PHOTO : PIXABAY OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2017 POCONO LIVING MAGAZINE© 51

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ou cared for your lawn all summer long, but your work isn’t finished just yet. Here are a few items to add to your todo list this fall.

1. Rake Raking the leaves is a must. (Seriously, you have to do it!) But don’t forget about clearing out flower beds, too. Leftover weeds and plants make great homes for pests, like mice, so remove them before you end up with any unwanted visitors.

2. Trim Fall is the perfect time to trim any dead or potentially troublesome branches. You should also prune trees and shrubs and cut back perennials that have already bloomed.

3. Mow Your lawn still needs one good mowing before the first snowflakes fall. Cut your grass back short, which will help it dry out more quickly in the spring.

4. Protect Snow, ice, and wind can do a number on plants. Protect new plantings and trees and shrubs with weak branches for the winter by surrounding the base of the plant with mulch. Then wrap the plant in cloth, like a sheet or burlap, to protect it from the harsh winter elements.

5. Plant Thinking of adding something new to your landscape? Many shrubs and bulbs thrive when planted in the fall, so don’t be afraid to plant this time of year. Edited by: Jamie Bowman

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Hiking with the Brodhead Watershed Association About the BWA Brodhead Watershed Association’s Get Outdoors Poconos series celebrates preserved lands that protect water quality in the Brodhead watershed. BWA, founded in 1989, is dedicated to preserving and protecting our creeks, streams, and drinking water, as well as the land they depend on. Please join this good work! Become a member of BWA at brodheadwatershed.org. More information about other hikes in the series is also available on the website.

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In and Around The Poconos Sunday, October 1

Words and Film Series: October Sky (Rated PG) 2 PM – 4:30 PM The 1950s space race inspires four West Virginia teens to begin creating their own rockets in the hopes of getting out of their coal-mining town. October Sky is the true story of Homer Hickam, a miner’s son who was inspired by the first Sputnik launch to take up rocketry against his father’s wishes. No cost. Call the Hughes Library on North Ninth Street in Stroudsburg at (570) 421-1800 or visit www.monroepl.org.

Tuesdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24

Basic Acrylic Painting Series 1 PM – 4 PM¬ This workshop is for the beginner as well as those with more experience with acrylics. The techniques of this medium, composition, and color values will be covered. Students should bring photographs that they have taken to be utilized as subject matter. Materials List Provided. Instructor: Iraina Caramelli graduated from the Parsons School of Design in NYC. She also studied fine and graphic arts at Pratt Institute. She works in a variety of mediums including mixed media, acrylics, watercolor, pen and ink and pastels. Tuition: Member $100 / Non-Member $110 Senior Member $90 / Senior Non-Member $100. Visit the PoconoArts Cultural Center at 18 North Seventh Street in Stroudsburg, phone (570) 476-4460, or visit http://poconoarts. org/.

Tuesdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24

Drawing Workshop Series 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM The foundational and formal aspects of sketching and figure drawing will be demonstrated. Materials List Provided. Instructor: John McAllister is a graduate of York Academy of Arts and works as a freelance artist and videographer. Tuition: Member $75 / Non-Member $85 Senior Member $65 / Senior Non-Member $75. Visit the PoconoArts Cultural Center at 18 North Seventh Street in Stroudsburg, phone (570) 476-4460, or visit http://poconoarts. org/.

Wednesdays, October 4, 11, 18, 25 and November 1

Public Bog Walk 1 PM – 3:30 PM Join an environmental educator at the Tannersville Cranberry Bog’s parking lot and take a guided journey into the Bog. The educator will explain the Bog’s formation, its plant and animal life, and the roles that the local Preserve Committee and Nature Conservancy play in its continued protection. Wear appropriate footwear. Cost: $6/non-members, $4/EE and Nature Conservancy members and children under 12. Preregistration is required and limited. Visit Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center at 8050 Running Valley Road in Stroudsburg, online at www. mcconservation.org, or call (570) 629-3061. OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2017 POCONO LIVING MAGAZINE© 57

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Thursday, October 5

Harvest Moon Hike 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM On the night of the Harvest Moon, Kettle Creek will open its gate for a special hike through the wooded trails illuminated by the full moon. Listen and watch for animals that become active when the light begins to fade and learn about their unique nocturnal adaptations. We will try to avoid using flashlights or headlamps, but bring them along just in case (red filters are recommended). Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. Light refreshments will be available after the hike. Preregistration required. $6/adults, $4/children under 12. Visit Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center at 8050 Running Valley Road in Stroudsburg, online at www.mcconservation.org, or call (570) 629-3061.

October 6 - 9

“Falling Leaves” Family Getaway Weekend Offering interpretive hikes, animal presentations, canoeing, and campfire. Includes three nights of lodging and meals. Adults $225 / Child, Commuter, and day rates available. Preregistration required. Call (570) 828-2319, visit www. peec.org, or email peec@peec.org. Unique & Affordable Gifts • Stained Glass Windows & Suncatchers • Custom Work • Repairs treasuresandtiffanys.com • 570.629.5070 2736 Route 611, Tannersville, PA 18372

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Saturday, October 7

2017 Monroe County Farm Tour 9 AM – 3 PM This is a self-guided tour that allows participants to enjoy each farm for as long as they would like. Additionally, MCCD will be offering transportation for a cost of $10 per person. For more information and a map of all of the farm locations visit mcconservation. org. To register for the bus tour and for additional questions contact Matt Giambra at 570-629-3060 or mgmccd@ ptd.net.

Saturday, October 7

Fall Family Fun Day 10 AM - 4 PM Enjoy arts and crafts, hands-on activities, conservation exhibits, live music, local food, and more. Bring family and friends; $5 per car. Call (570) 828-2319, visit www.peec.org, or email peec@peec.org.

Saturday, October 7

Art Opening: Laurinda Rubin 11 AM – 1 PM “Tannersville Cranberry Bog: An Artists’ Canvas.” As a local artist and natural steward for the Tannersville Cranberry Bog, Rubin has collaborated with other local artists to celebrate this landmark. Visit Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center at 8050 Running Valley Road in Stroudsburg, online at www.mcconservation.org, or call (570) 629-3061.

Tuesday, October 10

Red Cross Blood Drive 1:30 PM – 6 PM Donate blood and give the gift of life. You can save time and register in advance at redcrossblood.org and enter EMPL to schedule your appointment. You can also schedule an appointment by calling (800) RED CROSS. Also, for more information call the Hughes Library on North Ninth Street in Stroudsburg at (570) 421-1800 or visit www.monroepl.org.

Fridays, October 13, 20, 27 & November 3

Project Owlnet: Saw Whet Owl Banding 8 PM – 10 PM Kettle Creek will host its third season of Project Owlnet. The station will be open to the general public. Learn more about the Northern Saw-whet Owl, Project Owlnet, and have a unique opportunity to see one of the most secretive birds in the eastern US. Preregistration suggested. Visit Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center at 8050 Running Valley Road in Stroudsburg, online at www.mcconservation.org, or call (570) 629-3061.

October 13-15

Fall Photography with John Barclay Capture the beautiful fall colors with world renowned photographer, John Barclay. Learn about exposure, composition, and technique. Geared towards DSLR type cameras. A tripod is recommended but not required. Includes lodging and meals. Preregistration required. Call (570) 828-2319, visit www. peec.org, or email peec@peec.org.

Saturday, October 14

Bridge the Gap: Bike the McDade 1 PM – 4 PM Join for a ride on the McDade Trail. Equipment and transportation will be provided. Please bring a water bottle, lunch, and proper footwear. Registration is required, with a maximum of 25 spaces. Funding for this program provided by the William Penn Foundation. Call (570) 8282319, visit www.peec.org, or email peec@peec.org.

Sunday, October 15

Fire Building 10 AM – 12 PM Learn to make fire without matches by using sparks and found or prepared tinder. Ages 10+ please. $5 per person. Call (570) 828-2319, visit www.peec.org, or email peec@ peec.org.

Sunday, October 15

Ecozone Discovery Room 1 PM – 4 PM Climb into a bald eagle’s nest, crawl into a bat cave, explore a beaver lodge, and dig in a fossil pit. Explore this indoor discovery room and enjoy hands-on exhibits of natural history, sustainability, and the local environment. Cost $2. Call (570) 8282319, visit www.peec.org, or email peec@peec.org.

Saturday, October 21

Get Outdoors at Big Woods 10 AM - 11:30 AM This moderate three-mile walk takes you through a woodland filled with hardwoods in full autumn bloom. As the leaves fall, the shape of the low, hilly terrain takes center stage. Big Woods straddles the border of Jackson and Chestnuthill townships and protects the waters of McMichael Creek. Sponsored by Brodhead Watershed Association. Free but registration is required. Call (570) 839-1120 or visit brodheadwatershed.org.

Saturday, October 21

Water Wiser Kids Activity at Ice Lake 10:30 AM – 12 PM Using nets and buckets and looking under rocks, a Kettle Creek educator will help kids and their grownups find out what water critters are doing to prepare for the cold months ahead. Nets and buckets provided. This secured land protects the pristine water of Cranberry Creek. Suitable for elementary-age children, who must be accompanied a guardian. Sponsored by Brodhead Watershed Association, funded by a Dr. Claus Jordan Endowment Grant from Lehigh Valley Health Network Pocono Foundation. Free, but registration is required. Call (570) 839-1120 or visit brodheadwatershed.org.

Sunday, October 22

“Signs of Fall” Hike 10 AM – 12 PM Learn the science behind the majestic season of fall. Discuss changing animal behavior, why the leaves change, etc. $5 per person. Call (570) 828-2319, visit www.peec.org, or email peec@peec.org.

Sunday, October 22

Fungus Among Us 1 PM – 3 PM Search for fungus and lichen while hearing about the intricate world of decomposition and nutrient cycling. No collecting will be done within the Park. $5 per person. Call (570) 8282319, visit www.peec.org, or email peec@peec.org.

Thursday, October 26

Birding at the Brigantine Bus Trip Visit Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center at 8050 Running Valley Road in Stroudsburg, online at www.mcconservation.org, or call (570) 629-3061.

Sunday, October 29

Little Eco Explorer Series: Bats 10 AM – 11:30 AM A fun program for young children. Join for a story, craft, and an activity focusing on bats. $5 per child. Call (570) 828-2319, visit www.peec.org, or email peec@peec.org.

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Sunday, October 29

Tuesday, October 31

Evening Book Club 7 PM The Evening Book Club meets the last Tuesday of every month at Barrett Township Friendly Library; 6500 Route 191 in Cresco. Phone (570) 595-7171 or visit www.barrettlibrary.org.

Thursday, November 2

Home School Program: Wild Canines 3 PM – 4:30 PM (ages 5-10) 3 PM – 6 PM (ages 11-18) Join an environmental educator for a program from all about our wild canines living in the Poconos. Preregistration is required by Monday, October 30. Cost: $6/non-members, $4/EE Members. Cost After Deadline: $8/non-members, $6/EE Members. Visit Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center at 8050 Running Valley Road in Stroudsburg, online at www. mcconservation.org, or call (570) 6293061.

Saturday, November 4

Art Opening: Stephanie Spotts 11 AM – 1 PM “Don’t Choose the Art; Let the Art Choose You.” Stephanie’s explorations in art take her out of the usual and lands her smack dab in the middle of what’s next. One thing is sure - she likes to make the viewer smile. Visit Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center at 8050 Running Valley Road in Stroudsburg, online at www. mcconservation.org, or call (570) 6293061.

Sunday, November 5

Wildlife Signs at Quiet Valley 1 PM – 3 PM November brings colder temperatures and numerous animals are making their final preparations for winter. Join Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center staff on a two-hour hike to learn how to identify the signs these animals leave behind. Dress appropriately. The walk will begin in front of the Gift Shop. Cost: $6/non-members, $4/EE Center or Quiet Valley members. Children under 12 free. As an added bonus, on the day of walks, the farm offers a reduced entrance fee for all walk participants. Location: Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm; 347 Quiet Valley Road in Stroudsburg. For more information, visit Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center at www.mcconservation.org or call (570) 629-3061.

Tuesday, November 27

Evening Book Club 7 PM The Evening Book Club meets the last Tuesday of every month at Barrett Township Friendly Library, 6500 Route 191 in Cresco. Phone (570) 595-7171 or visit www.barrettlibrary.org.

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