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SURF THE MOUNTAINS Your Pocono Portal American Candle: www.american-candle.com
PA PowerPort: www.state.pa.us
Baileys Grille & Steakhouse: www.baileyssteakhouse.com
PA State Park Information: www.visitpaparks.com
Barley Creek Brewing Company: www.barleycreek.com
Past Impressions Antiques: www.ilovepastimpressions.com
Bear Creek Inne: www.bearcreekinne.com
PennDOT District 4: http://www.dot.state.pa.us/penndot/districts/
Boulder View Tavern: www.boulderviewtavern.com
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Bushkill Falls: www.visitbushkillfalls.com
PennDOT District 5: http://www.dot.state.pa.us/penndot/districts/
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PennDOT Driver & Vehicle Services: www.dmv.state.pa.us
Century 21 Select Pocono Pines: www.C21PoconoPines.com
PennDOT’s NEPA Transportation Website: www.neparoads.com
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PennDOT’s Travel Information Website: www.511pa.com
Country Kettle: www.country-kettle.com
Pennsylvania Theatre of the Performing Arts: www.ptpashows.org
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Pike County Conservation District: www.pikeconservation.org
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Pike County Tourism: www.discoverpikepa.com
Crescent Lodge: www.crescentlodge.com
Pocono Arts Council: www.poconoarts.org
Delaware Highlands Conservancy: www.delawarehighlands.org
Pocono Builders Association: www.poconobuilders.org
Dorflinger Glass Museum:
Pocono Cheesecake Factory: www.poconocheesecake.com
http://dorflinger.org/glass_museum.html
Pocono Environmental Education Center: www.peec.org
Downtown Hawley Partnership: www.visithawleypa.com
Pocono Indian Museum: www.poconoindianmuseum.com
Downtown Stroudsburg: www.stroudsburg.net
Pocono Lake Region Chamber of Commerce:
Eckley Miners Village: www.eckleyminersvillagemuseum.com
www.lakeregioncc.com
Fernwood Hotel & Resort: www.fernwoodhotel.com
Pocono Mountain Arts Council: www.poconomac.com
The French Manor: www.thefrenchmanor.com
Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau: www.800poconos.com
Greater Pocono Chamber of Commerce:
Pocono Outdoor Club: www.poconooutdoorclub.org
www.greaterpoconochamber.com
Pocono Resorts Realty: www.prr1.com
Greater White Haven Chamber of Commerce:
Pocono Snake and Animal Farm:
www.whitehaven.org
www.poconosnakeandanimalfarm.com
Grey Towers National Historic Landmark: www.fs.fed.us/gt
Pocono Tile Works: www.poconotileworks.com
Gumble Brothers: www.gumblebrothers.com
Printing Craftsmen, Inc.: www.printingcraftsmeninc.com
Holley Ross Pottery: www.holleyross.com
Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm: www.quietvalley.org
House of Candles: www.houseofcandles.com
The Settlers Inn: www.thesettlersinn.com
Hutton Metalcrafts: www.copperlamps.com
Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort: www.shawneeinn.com
The Inn at Jim Thorpe: www.innjt.net
Shawnee Mountain Ski Resort: www.shawneemt.com
The Inn at Pocono Manor: www.poconomanor.com
Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain: www.ski-bigbear.com
Jack Frost / Big Boulder Ski Areas: www.jfbb.com
Skytop Resort: www.skytop.com
Jim Thorpe: www.jimthorpe.org
Skyview Spa at Skytop Resort: www.skyviewspaatskytoplodge.com
Jubilee Restaurant: www.breakfastking.com
Smuggler’s Cove: www.smugglerscove.net
Kittatinny Canoes: www.kittatinny.com
The Spa at Mountain Laurel: www.thespaatmountainlaurel.com
Lackawanna County Convention & Visitors Bureau:
Spa Shawnee and Salon: www.spashawnee.com
www.visitnepa.org
S&S Speedways - Indoor Go-Karts: www.ssspeedways.com
Lake Naomi Real Estate: www.lakenaomi.com
Starting Gate: www.startinggateonline.com
Liberty Homes Custom Builders: www.libertyhomesPA.com
Steamtown National Historic Site: www.nps.gov/stea
Luzerne County Convention & Visitors Bureau:
Switzerland Old World Gifts: www.switzgifts.com
www.tournepa.com
Tannery Depot General Store: www.tannerydepot.com
Miss Elly’s Antiques and Such: www.missellysantiques.com
Teeters’ Furniture: www.teetersfurniture.com
Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs: www.mohegansunpocono.com
Theo B. Price Inc.: www.theobprice.com
Monroe County Conservation District: www.mcconservation.org
Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River: www.nps.gov/upde
Monroe County Historical Association: www.monroehistorical.org
Visit PA: www.visitPA.com
Mountain Springs Lake Resort: www.mslresort.com
Vocelli Pizza: www.vocellipizza.com
Nature Conservancy: www.nature.org/states/pennsylvania
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Int’l Airport: www.flyavp.com
NEPA Audubon Society: www.nepaaudubonsociety.org
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins: www.wbspenguins.com
PA Fish & Boat Commission: www.fish.state.pa.us
Woehrle’s Bait Shop: www.woehrlesbaitshop.com
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JANUARY 8, 2011 New at JFBB Ski Areas...................................................................................... 4 West End Winter Art Festival ........................................................................... 5 Tobyhanna Millpond #1 Ice Harvest.............................................................6 Steam Train Excursion from Scranton to Tobyhanna .................................... 6 Eagle Watch! ................................................................................................... 22 Join the National Mid-Winter Eagle Count ................................................... 22 Reality Check Signature Events debut at Mohegan Sun ............................. 26 Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs sizzles 24/7! ............................................ 26 Learn to Ski at Ski Big Bear ............................................................................ 27 Lacawac is a Wild Plant Sanctuary ................................................................ 27 Barley Creek announces Tours, Tastings, and Tokyo Tea House ................ 28 Camelback hosts Mid-Atlantic Snowboard & Freeride Series .................... 28 Dress Like the Captain at Camelback Mountain Resort ............................. 28 Trout Unlimited sponsors Fly Tying Course.................................................. 31 Ski Moms Ski Big Bear! .............................................................................. 47 Shawnee Mountain presents Women’s Ski Program .................................. 47 Snowshoe Hikes at Skytop Resort ................................................................. 47 The French Manor Inn presents Ski and Spa Package ................................ 51 Ski & Stay & Tube with Fernwood Hotel & Resort ...................................... 51 Ice Fishing, Singles Hike, & XC Skiing at PEEC ............................................ 53 DWGNRA Childs Park Rehabilitation Project ............................................ 55 Free Winter Community Concert Series at Shawnee Inn............................ 57 Nescopeck offers Snowshoe and XC Ski for Free ........................................ 57 CALENDAR..................................... 8 COMING EVENTS............................ 8 DINING ........................................42 ENTERTAINMENT ...........................20 LODGING .....................................48 MOVIES ........................................20 MUSEUMS, GALLERIES & ANTIQUITY .. 29 POCONO MAP..............................32
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Cover: Jack Frost/ Big Boulder Ski Area
Pristine natural beauty, fascinating people, and enjoyable events are all the right reasons to winter in the Pocono Mountains of northeast Pennsylvania! Catch an ice harvest, a snowshoe hike, an art show, or schuss down a slope, as pictured on our cover. The best in shopping, dining, lodging, and entertainment attract worthy wintry spirits from near and far. Turn to the Coming Events column, click on www.thisweek.net, or page through www.issuu.com/thisweek to savor your snowiest January ever… in the Poconos!
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What’s New at JFBB Ski Areas? JFBB Ski Area Resorts have got everyone covered, from the novice to the expert skier or rider, this winter! At Jack Frost Mountain, beginners can experience fun terrain, just like intermediate-to-expert skiers and riders, with a new glade riding area for beginners, near Snow Flake. A fleet of Super Pole Cats from top to bottom on the Snow Flake slope will guarantee pristine coverage all winter long! There is a new glade park with wooden natural features for snowboarders and free-skiers, as well as a park featuring the J-Rod Shed. Advanced skiers will enjoy the widened Challenge Slope and glade areas on Challenge and East Mountain. The E-2000 Lounge features live music through a new sound system, and extended entertainment hours featuring DJ Jeff Walden and the best in regional party bands. Hear it outside, from the top of A-lift to the top of D-lift. In addition, more lockers have been added, saving you the hassle of transporting your gear back and forth. For the 3rd year in a row, Big Boulder Park was voted among the top 5 terrain parks from TransWorld Magazine, a national snowboard publication. In addition to a snowmaking fleet with the latest in SMI Pole Cats, Big Boulder has freshly painted all the chairlifts and towers. Both the Jack Frost and Big Boulder rental shops have increased rental fleets with the latest Rossignol and Head skis, snowboards, boots, and bindings. Log onto www.jfbb.com 24/7 for directions, conditions, web cams, entertainment calendar, and blogs, and sign up for email blasts with special deals and the inside scoop! Call (570) 443-8425 to learn more.
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4 th Annual West End Winter Art Festival Art is alive and thriving in the West End of Monroe County! See some of the finest creations by local artists at the 4 th Annual West End Winter Art Festival on Saturday, January 15th from 10:00am to 3:30pm in the beautiful Western Pocono Community Library (WPCL). Displayed will be fine arts encompassing a wide variety of styles and media such as watercolor, gouache, oil, acrylics, and mixed media, and by photographers working in traditional and digitally-enhanced modes. Admission is free; contact Will Daskal at (610) 381-6188 or pawatercolorartist@yahoo.com. The library and its 330-foot oval walking track are open Monday through Saturday; library story times are offered Tuesday through Friday. The vision of the WPCL is to be a distinguished resource center offering area residents access to educational enrichment opportunities through a variety of services and programs. Find it on Pilgrim Way in Brodheadsville, just off Route 115. To learn more, call (570) 992-7934 and look up www.wpcl.lib.pa.us!
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Historic Tobyhanna Millpond #1 Ice Harvest History happens during the 18th Annual Tobyhanna Mill Pond #1 Ice Harvest, planned for Saturday, January 15th. Volunteers will cut ice using authentic, turn-ofDorothea Schaefer the-century ice harvesting tools. The event will begin at 9:00am and continue until the icehouse is full, around 2:30pm. You’re invited to watch, or to lend a helping hand! The ice harvest takes place on a lake used by the commercial natural ice industry in the early 1900s. Ice was cut, stored in huge icehouses, and transported by railcar, providing ice for household iceboxes throughout the New York metropolitan area. The late Bill Leonard Sr. of Tobyhanna planned the ice harvest re-enactment as part of the Coolbaugh Township Bicentennial Celebration in 1994. He began construction of a replica icehouse at the original site before he passed away. His family, friends, and neighbors completed it, and held the 1st modern-day ice harvest in February 1994. Many local folks whose ancestors worked in the ice industry now gather to keep the tradition. A motorized antique ice saw is implemented for the initial cuts, and handsaws are used to cut the cakes loose. Each ice cake, weighing 200 pounds, is pulled up a ramp into the icehouse. The icehouse holds 50 tons of ice, and is insulated with 8”-thick sawdust walls. The ice is used by local organizations during summer picnics. Natural ice was an important industry. Tobyhanna Millpond #1 was originally dammed for the logging industry in 1856. The Pocono Mountain Ice Company leased the lake from the Tobyhanna and Lehigh Lumber Company, and the 1st icehouse was built in 1895. Horses pulled the ice up an incline to the house. A large 10-room icehouse was built in 1907 at 500’ long, 100’ wide, and 50’ high, with a steam powered conveyor. This icehouse operated until it burned down in 1939. Passengers on a steam-powered train from Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton will arrive at Tobyhanna Station at 11:00am, for a 3-hour layover; the 1908 Tobyhanna Train Station and Museum on Route 423 will feature its Christmas Village Anne Martino Display in conjunction with the Ice Harvest event, and the Coolbaugh Township Historical Association Museum at 5550 Memorial Blvd. in Tobyhanna will offer hot chocolate and tours from 10:00am to 2:00pm. To find the Ice Harvest, take exit 8 off I-380 to Main Street in Tobyhanna. Turn onto Mill Street, go through the 1-lane underpass which becomes Lakeside Drive, then ¼ mile to the lake and icehouse on the right. Signs will be posted. The alternate Ice Harvest date, if weather or ice conditions are unfavorable, is Saturday, February 19th. Call (570) 894-8205, (570) 839-7306, or (570) 894-4761 to Anne Martino learn more!
Steam Train Excursion from Scranton to Tobyhanna On Saturday, January 15th, Steamtown National Historic Site will host a Mid-Winter Steam Train Excursion to the Tobyhanna Ice Harvest. A trainload of travelers will journey by rail, from Scranton to the Tobyhanna Station, and then transported to Mill Pond #1 to visit the annual Tobyhanna Ice Harvest. Many frozen lakes, as well as the headwaters of the Lehigh River, are seen on this 27-mile segment of track. The excursion departs Steamtown in Scranton promptly at 10:00am, and returns around 3:00pm. To find Steamtown from I-81, use exit 185 (Central Scranton Expressway) and follow signs to the main entrance on Lackawanna and Cliff avenues. For ticket reservations and details, call (570) 340-5204, (570) 340-5200, or 1-888-693-9391; choo-choo to www.nps.gov/stea!
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Now thru mid-March – Eagle Watch! In winter, hundreds of bald eagles migrate to the Pocono Mountains in search of open water, fresh fish, and undisturbed habitat. In addition to these visiting migrants, the region is also proud of a growing, breeding population of resident eagles. Every Saturday & Sunday from January 1 through
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mid-March, trained Eagle Institute volunteers will staff popular viewing locations at Lackawaxen and elsewhere around the Delaware River to assist eagle watchers in sighting these majestic birds. Eagle Institute staffers have spotting scopes, extra binoculars, and helpful information for eagle watchers, and can direct visitors to other viewing locations. From April through September, eagle watching is not encouraged because of the eagles’ sensitivity to human disturbance during this critical time. Please respect these resident eagles and their young! The Eagle Institute Winter Field Office at 176 Scenic Drive in Lackawaxen (at the end of the Roebling Bridge) is open every Friday through Sunday from January until midMarch. Call the office or drop by to learn where eagles are being sighted, or visit their web page at www.eagleinstitute.org and see the “Eagle Forum” message board. For maps, directions and more information, contact The Eagle Institute at (570) 685-5960 or
(845) 557-6162, or email them at eagleinstitute@yahoo.com. Now thru January 15 – The Christmas Village Display is open to the public on weekends at the Tobyhanna Train Station & Museum on Route 423 in Tobyhanna. Hosted by the Pocono Rail Historical Society, the station is all decked out for the holidays, including Christmas-themed running model trains and displays. On Saturdays & Sundays, the public is invited to tour the restored facility and enjoy the running model train layouts and assorted rail memorabilia. Souvenirs are available. Admission is free, however donations are appreciated. The Tobyhanna Train Station is open on Saturdays & Sundays from 12:00noon until 4:00pm weather permitting, up to & including Saturday, January 15. For more information about the train station and the holiday display, call (570) 894-3338 or (570) 646-3269. Now thru January 15 – Celebrate the season with the Holiday Specials at the Spa at Mountain Laurel in White Haven. For this special promotion, the spa is offering “This Week in the Poconos” readers a discount of 20% Off All Facials and Three
This Week in the Poconos 9 55-Minute Swedish Massages for $225. Just bring in their ad on page 23 of this magazine (or print the spa ad off of our website thisweek.net), then choose from the exciting selections of spa services. The Spa at Mountain Laurel offers a luxurious menu of services, including Sea Salt Soaks, Foot Reflexology sessions, invigorating Vitamin C Facials, uplifting Aroma Wraps, Manicures, Pedicures, a variety of Massage options and much more. Along with your treatments, enjoy the complimentary amenities including steam room, sauna, hot tubs and a day pass to the fitness center and indoor pool. Or just drop by and check out all products in the retail store. Call the spa with questions or to make a reservation at (570) 4439SPA (9772); be sure to mention “This Week in the Poconos” when booking or regular prices will apply! The Spa at Mountain Laurel is located in The Mountain Laurel Resort on Route 940 in White Haven, easily found off exit
277 from I-80. You may view the spa’s full brochure of services at www.thespaatmountainlaurel.com. Enjoy! Weekly - Boulder View Tavern is a premier lakeside destination for casual drinks, family fare and live entertainment nestled on South Lake Drive in Lake Harmony. They welcome you to come and try one of their signature dishes, like their savory BBQ ribs, or enjoy their Weekly Special Nights. Visit on Mondays for great 35 cent wings; Wednesdays are Pizza Nights, and on Sundays clams & mussels are just $5 per pound with domestic drafts for $1.50! Experience a friendly atmosphere and live music, all while taking in the beautiful view of Big Boulder Lake and Big Boulder Ski Area. Dinner is served to 9:00pm and a Late Night Menu is available until 11:00. Call (570) 722-9696 or log on to www.boulder viewtavern.com for more information and the complete entertainment schedule.
Now thru the Holidays – In celebration of its 100 year milestone, the historic Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort in Shawneeon-Delaware is showcasing 100 beautiful Nativity Scenes from Around the World. The display is open for public viewing from 10:00am until noon and again from 4:00pm to 6:00pm daily in the Shawnee Inn’s Payette Room. Nativities from Peru to Senegal to China and beyond are represented in the showcase. The 100 international nativity scenes were donated to the Shawnee Inn by Margie Groenwald of Severna Park, Maryland, who has been collecting the scenes for decades. Mrs. Groenwald’s collection was even selected for presentation at the National Cathedral in Washington DC. The Shawnee Inn is located on River Road in Shawnee-onDelaware. Call the resort at (570) 424-4000 or toll-free 1-800SHAWNEE for more information. www.shawneeinn.com (Continued on Page 10)
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Daily – Free Brewery Tours and Beer Tastings are offered every day at 12:30pm at the Barley Creek Brewing Company, Sullivan Trail and Camelback Road in Tannersville. The fascinating tours of the brewery are followed by free tastings of assorted Barley Creek brews. Reservations are not required and group tours are also available by appointment. To find out more about this authentic brewpub & restaurant, call (570) 629-9399 or log on to www.barleycreek.com. Now – The Casino is Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs in Wilkes-Barre! Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, owned by the Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut, is one of the most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in Pennsylvania. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan
Sun at Pocono Downs is currently home to 55,000 square feet of gaming space including 82 live table games, 2,500 slot machines and electronic table games, as well as a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing eight months out of the year. Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs is located at 1280 Highway 315 in Wilkes-Barre and their phone number is 1-888WIN-IN-PA. Log on to their website www.mohegansunpocono.com to find out more! Daily – Enjoy the Free Candle Making Demonstrations from 10:00 to 5:00 at the House of Candles, located on Rt. 715 North between Tannersville and Henryville. Watch the fascinating candle making process from start to finish. Visitors may also observe the creation of a custom handcarved candle in your choice of color! The House of Candles is open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 to 5:00; closed Sundays. Be sure to bring the kids to enjoy the Free Farmyard Petting Zoo! For details, call 629-1953 or visit w w w. h o u s e o f c a n d l e s . c o m .
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See their ad on page 15 of this magazine (or print from our website thisweek.net) for the coupon good for 10% off most items! Month of January – January is Learn to Ski Month at Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain in Lackawaxen - Experience the thrill of the hill! If you want to learn how to ski or snowboard or to improve your skills on the slopes, Ski Big Bear’s private lessons are an excellent way to improve your technique. During January, purchase a book of five private lessons and enjoy 20% off the regular price of single lessons. Books of lessons may be shared with immediate family members. Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain is a semi-private family facility in the Northern Poconos, located just four miles off of Route 590 in Lackawaxen. The ski area offers 18 trails with 100% snowmaking, a Terrain Park, and night skiing most nights. For a current snow conditions report and hours of operation, call (570) 6851400 or log on to their website www.ski-bigbear.com. Closed Tuesdays. Month of January - The Jim Thorpe Chamber of Commerce sponsors its First Annual White Sale Days for the entire month of January, featuring exciting discounts on shopping, spending the night, and dining at area restaurants. If you’re planning a trip to nearby Jack Frost or Big Boulder ski areas, consider extending your stay in the area with a visit to the charming town. Jim Thorpe is always open for business and is indeed a year-round destination. The town’s official website www.jimthorpe.org contains a complete list of businesses participating in January White Sale Days or you may call the Jim Thorpe Chamber of Commerce at (570) 325-5810. Now thru March – The Inn at Jim Thorpe on 24 Broadway in Jim Thorpe has announced that they are offering two very special packages: the Romantic Couples
This Week in the Poconos 11 Escape and the Girlfriends Spa Getaway. Romance, wine and a massage... What more do you need? The Romantic Couples Escape includes a two night stay, his and her 55-minute Swedish massages, a bottle of wine in your room, two souvenir wine glasses, dinner one night, and breakfast daily. Or grab the gals and enjoy a relaxing and fun getaway! The Girlfriends Spa Getaway includes a two night stay, Custom Spa Package, breakfast daily, lunch & dinner on Saturday, a bottle of wine with souvenir wine glasses, plus special discounts at area shops. The Inn at Jim Thorpe is situated in the heart of Jim Thorpe’s National Register Historic District. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this grand Victorian inn features comfortable guest rooms and world-class suites, including many with whirlpool and fireplace. For more information about these and other packages, or for your reservations, call The Inn at Jim Thorpe at 1-800-329-2599. Visit online at www.innjt.net. Now thru Season – Enjoy the thrill of skiing at your choice of two of the Poconos’ best mountains along with plenty of rest and relaxation in the Green Spa with the Ski and Spa Package at The French Manor in South Sterling. This winter package includes overnight accommodations in an elegant room or luxurious suite; a welcome fruit & cheese plate with sherry in your room upon arrival; VIP Lift Tickets for two at Camelback Mountain Resort or at Sno Mountain; a custom tote bag filled with all the necessities for hitting the slopes including bottled water, lip balm, trail mix and fresh fruit; a 50-minute couples massage; afternoon tea daily; complimentary turn-down service each evening with Godiva Chocolates, and a full country breakfast each morning. For your Ski and Spa Package reservations or for more information, call The French Manor at (570)
676-3244. Visit their website www.thefrenchmanor.com. January 6 – It’s “Learn a Snow Sport” Day at Shawnee Mountain Ski Area in Shawnee-on-Delaware! Shawnee Mountain will offer 100 Introductory Learn to Ski Packages (beginner lift, lesson & rental) at a cost of just $15 each. All proceeds will be donated to Bushkill Outreach. Reservations are required and limited to the first 100 respondents. New for 2010/2011 at Shawnee Mountain is the Tomahawk Express, Pennsylvania’s Newest High Speed Detachable Quad Lift! Shawnee Mountain is located just off I-80 exit 309 in Shawneeon-Delaware. Call them at (570) 421-7231 ext. 210 for your Learn a Snow Sport Day reservations. www.shawneemt.com January 7 thru 9 – Subaru “Master the Mountain” Weekend is back at Jack Frost Mountain Ski Area in Blakeslee! Subaru of America, Inc. will once again host
Master the Mountain. Each winter season, the Subaru Master the Mountain team travels to ski resorts across the country bringing music, giveaways, and free activities for people to enjoy. This will be the company’s 15th year bringing the event to ski areas across the United States. Jack Frost Mountain is located off Route 940 west of Blakeslee Corners. Call them at (570) 443-8425 or log on to www.jfbb.com to find out more. January 7 thru February 5 – Friday nights in January are Rail Jams at Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain in Lackawaxen! Ride rails and hit jumps in this 4-week judged competition on Friday nights in Ski Big Bear’s Terrain Park. Entry fee is $5 and all competitors must have a lift ticket. Registration is from 4:00pm to 6:00pm in the Lodge, and the competition is from 7:00 to 8:00pm. The Finals will be held on Saturday, February 5, with (Continued on Page 12)
TOBYHANNA STATION PA Memorabilia • Rail Videos • Model Trains • Souvenirs
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ICE HARVEST FESTIVAL January 15th 9AM -approx. 3PM (Or, if ice conditions are unfavorable, February 19th)
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For info, email nhsaxe@verizon.net or call 570 894-8205 Coolbaugh Township Historical Association Museum Open 10AM-2PM Hot Chocolate & Tours
M-F 10-7 Sat. 10-6 Sun. 10-4 3 miles East of Rt. 115 on Rt. 940, Pocono Lake
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registration from 3:00 to 5:00pm and competition from 6:00 to 7:00pm. Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain is a semi-private family facility in the Northern Poconos, located just four miles off of Route 590 in Lackawaxen. The ski area offers 18 trails with 100% snowmaking, a Terrain Park, and night skiing most nights. For a current snow conditions report and more information about Rail Jams, call (570) 6851400 or log on to their website www.ski-bigbear.com. Closed Tuesdays. January 8 – Hey riders, today is Burton Demo Day at Camelback Mountain Resort in Tannersville! The “Burton Test Ride” demo tour brings you the latest Burton gear to try out for FREE. Before heading to your local shop to buy gear, come to Camelback for a Burton Test Ride! Don’t forget to bring your credit card, driver’s license, and parents if you’re under 18 years old. Burton demos will be available starting at 9:00am. Camelback Mountain Resort is located in Tannersville, off I-80 exit 299. Call (570) 629-1661 or visit their website www.skicamelback.com with questions. January 8 – Furs, Bones, Feathers and Shells is a program for the whole family all about Pocono Mountains wildlife being offered at the Monroe County Environmental Education Center near Bartonsville. Join Environmental Education Coordinator Roger Spotts at 10:00am for this 1½ hour indoor program. Roger will use Center’s extensive collection of “Critter Parts” in his discussion of the amazing adaptations that make each animal of the Poconos unique. The cost to attend is $5, kids under 12 $3. To find the Monroe County Environmental Education Center from exit 302 off I-80 West or 302B off I-80
East, go north on Route 611 to the traffic light after the truck stop in Bartonsville and turn left onto Rimrock Drive. Follow Rimrock for 0.4 mile, bear right onto N. EastonBelmont Pike, go 0.2 mile then bear right onto Running Valley Road. The Center is 0.7 mile on the left. Call (570) 629-3061 or visit www.mcconservation.org for more information. January 8 – Once again, Nescopeck State Park is participating in Winter Trails Day and will be loaning out snowshoes and cross-country skis! The 16th Annual Winter Trails Day offers children and adults new to snow sports the chance to try snowshoeing and cross-country skiing for FREE! Discover the great fitness and social benefits of these easy-to-learn winter sports. Equipment is free to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis from 9:00am until 3:00pm; participants will need someone with a valid driver’s license to sign out equipment. Winter Trails Day involves nearly 100 sites nationwide. To find out more, call the Nescopeck State Park office at (570) 403-2006 or check out the Pennsylvania State Parks website www.visitpaparks.com. January 8 - The Jim Thorpe Chamber of Commerce and the Jim Thorpe Artists Music Series (JTAMS) proudly present Second Saturdays, a monthly celebration of Jim Thorpe’s growing arts community. Second Saturdays feature extended hours for each of the many galleries and studios in town, along with many other shops and establishments. Also featured will be an Art Walk. The celebration runs from noon until 9:00pm. Live Concerts sponsored by JTAMS are held at the Mauch Chunk Opera House on 14 West Broadway in Jim Thorpe concurrent with Second Saturdays. Find out more when you log on to www.jimthorpeartists.org or www.jtams.net or call (570) 325-0249. To learn more about this and other exciting
Jim Thorpe events, call the Jim Thorpe Chamber of Commerce at (570) 325-5810 or visit www.jimthorpe.org. January 8 – A free Animal Tracking Program will be offered from 10:00am to noon at the Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) in Dingmans Ferry. Animals leave behind clues that give us glimpses into their lives. Join a naturalist to explore some of PEEC’s natural areas in a search for signs of wildlife. Be sure to dress for the weather! PEEC, a nonprofit center, is located off Route 209 in Dingmans Ferry within the beautiful Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The center enhances environmental awareness, knowledge, and appreciation through hands-on experience in a natural outdoor classroom. PEEC provides these unique environmental experiences to individuals, families and groups of all ages. For more information or to register, call PEEC at (570) 828-2319 or log on to www.peec.org. January 8 – Join members of the Pocono Outdoor Club for an easy Hike on the McDade Trail in the fantastic Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Meet at 11:00am at Hialeah parking area to hike to Smithfield Beach and back, about 5 miles. Wear sturdy, warm boots and bring a snack and water. To meet for the hike, use River Road through Shawnee-onDelaware to Hialeah Picnic Area on the right; drive through and park at the far end near the trailhead. For more information about this winter hike, call hike leader Kate Andrew at (570) 236-6831. The Pocono Outdoor Club is a friendly hiking group open to all individuals interested in exploring the trails of the Pocono Mountains. To learn more about the club and its outings in the wilds of the Poconos, contact today’s hike leader or check out www.poconooutdoorclub.org. January 8 – If you love to fish and can’t wait until spring, sign up for the fabulous three-
This Week in the Poconos 13 week Winter Fly Tying Course that begins today at the Monroe County Environmental Education Center near Bartonsville. The course will be held from 9:00am until noon and is led by Gerry Bortz of the Brodheads Chapter of Trout Unlimited. Instruction is free and the materials cost is $15. Registration is required by calling Tom at (610) 681-6307. Call the Environmental Education Center at (570) 629-3061 or visit www.mcconservation.org for more information or directions. January 8 – Downtown Milford comes alive during Art after Dark, from 6:00pm until 9:00pm on the second Saturday of each month. The evening will be filled with multiple art openings, live music, fine food, shopping and events at downtown galleries, specialty shops and fine restaurants. Explore historic Milford on the Delaware River, where PA, NY and NJ meet. For information, contact the Pike County Chamber of Commerce at (570) 296-8700 or visit www.pikechamber.com. January 8 & 9 – The NASTAR Race Series Begins this weekend at Shawnee Mountain Ski Area in Shawnee-on-Delaware. Offered weekends throughout the season, NASTAR is a National Recreational Racing Series giving every day skiers of all ages the thrill of ski racing. For details and a race schedule, call Shawnee Mountain at (570) 421-7231 ext. 249. Shawnee Mountain Ski Area is located off I-80 exit 309 in Shawnee-onDelaware. New for 2010/2011 at Shawnee Mountain is the Tomahawk Express, Pennsylvania’s Newest High Speed Detachable Quad Lift! Find out more at www.shawneemt.com. January 8 & 9 – The USASA Mid-Atlantic Snowboard & Freeride Series returns to Camelback Mountain Resort in Tannersville for the eleventh season! All boarders are invited to sign up and race in the Slalom on Saturday and the Giant Slalom on Sunday. Registration is from 8:00 to 9:00am
and the racing starts at 10:00. For registration details log on to w w w. s n ow b o a r d s e r i e s . c o m . Camelback is located in Tannersville, off I-80 exit 299. Call the mountain at (570) 629-1661 or visit their website www.skicamelback.com. January 8 & 9 – Help the Eagle Institute on the Annual MidWinter Eagle Count as they collect data for the National Mid-Winter Eagle Count. Pick one spot or visit multiple locations throughout the day. In winter, hundreds of bald eagles migrate to the Pocono Mountains in search of open water, fresh fish, and undisturbed habitat. In addition to these visiting migrants, the region is also proud of a growing, breeding population of resident eagles. Downloadable forms to use for reporting sightings are available at www.eagleinstitute.org, or post your sightings on the website’s public EagleWatch Forum message board. The Eagle Institute Winter Field Office at 176 Scenic Drive in Lackawaxen (at the end of the Roebling Bridge) is open every
Friday through Sunday from January until mid-March. For more information contact The Eagle Institute at (570) 685-5960 or (845) 557-6162, or email them at eagleinstitute@yahoo.com. January 8 & 9 – Head over to beautiful Nescopeck State Park for some winter fun during Snowshoe Weekends. When there are six or more inches of snow on the ground, a limited number of snowshoes are available for use in the park free of charge. Park staff will be on hand to give brief instruction. Snowshoes are free to borrow on a first-come, firstserved basis between 9:00am and 3:00pm; participants will need someone with a valid driver’s license to sign out the equipment. No registration is required. Snow conditions will be available by phone Friday after 5:00pm. Call the Nescopeck State Park office at (570) 403-2006 with questions, or visit the Pennsylvania State Parks website at www.visitpaparks.com. January 9 – You’ve heard of soccer moms and hockey (Continued on Page 14)
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moms. Are you a ski mom? If you want to be, sign up for the Ski Moms package at Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain in Lackawaxen! This package provides a discounted lift ticket for the whole family, and includes a lesson for Mom so she can ski with the kids. Moms will meet other ski moms who would be happy to help you learn the basics of the sport. Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain is a semi-private family facility in the Northern Poconos, located just four miles off of Route 590 in Lackawaxen. The ski area offers 18 trails with 100% snowmaking, a Terrain Park, and night skiing most nights. For a current snow conditions report and more information about the Ski Moms package, call (570) 6851400 or log on to their website www.ski-bigbear.com. Closed Tuesdays. January 9 – The Appalachian Fiddle & Bluegrass Association (AFBA) invites you to their Bluegrass Shindig at the Beethoven Waldheim Club, a short drive from the Poconos at 1984 Waldheim Road in Hellertown. The featured performers today are the Bluegrass Countrymen and Mountain Heritage. The doors open at 10:00am and the show starts at 12:30pm. The day will end around 6:00pm. Admission is $7, children under 12 free. The Beethoven
Waldheim Club offers reasonablypriced food & beverages; no coolers please. Bring your own instruments for continuous jam sessions throughout the building! The indoor Shindigs are held on the 2nd Sunday each month, October through April. To find the Shindigs: From Rt. 80 use Rt. 33 south to Rt. 78 west, exit at Hellertown. At end of ramp, turn left and go south on Main St. (Rt. 412S). Go 3 miles to Leithsville Fire Co. and turn right on Flint Hill Road. Travel 1/3 mile to Waldheim Road (on right – see club sign), continue past Waldheim Road a short distance then turn right into the parking lot. Call the Waldheim Club on the day of the Shindig at (610) 838-9059 or (610) 8389004. For more information about the AFBA or questions about the Shindig, call Barbara Merring at (610) 253-2800. Complete details can be found at the association’s website www.afbawindgap.org. January 9 – A J3 Slalom Race will be held today at Jack Frost Mountain Ski Area, located off Route 940 west of Blakeslee Corners. For race details and registration information, call Jack Frost at (570) 443-8425 or check them out online at www.jfbb.com. January 9 – The Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) in Dingmans Ferry will host a “Sunday for Singles” Hike from 1:00 until 3:00pm. Meeting people and enjoying nature are what these monthly hikes are all about. It will be a casual trek along
PEEC’s easy to moderate trails to learn about the flora and fauna you’ll discover along the way. If you’re over 18 and love nature, this walk is a great way to meet new people and learn about the natural world. Registration is required for this free program. PEEC, a nonprofit center, is located off Route 209 in Dingmans Ferry within the beautiful Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The center enhances environmental awareness, knowledge, and appreciation through hands-on experience in a natural outdoor classroom. PEEC provides these unique environmental experiences to individuals, families and groups of all ages. For more information or to register, call PEEC at (570) 828-2319 or log on to www.peec.org. January 9 – Members of the Pocono Outdoor Club invite you to join them on a Trek in the Bruce Lake Natural Area inside Promised Land State Park. Hike, ski or snowshoe to Bruce Lake and back for a six-mile trip, mostly on an old roadbed. This will be a moderatelypaced trek. Meet at 10:00am in the parking lot on the right on Route 390, just past the Village of Promised Land. Contact hike leader Roy Kleinle at (570) 4218982 for more information. The Pocono Outdoor Club is a friendly hiking group open to all individuals interested in exploring the trails of the Pocono Mountains. To learn more about the club and its outings in the wilds of the Poconos, contact today’s hike leader or check out www.poconooutdoorclub.org. January 11 – Karen Meeks and the Soul will perform live as part of the free Winter Community Concert Series at the Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort in Shawnee-onDelaware. Karen will start her show at 7:00pm in front of the fireplace in the lobby of The Shawnee Inn. Karen Meeks is a singer/ songwriter who has recorded lead and background vocals with (Continued on Page 52)
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‘ROUND THE MOUNTAIN Tannery Depot General Store, at Route 534 and Tannery Road in Lehigh Tannery, purveys fishing tackle, camping equipment, bike rentals for the 25-mile Lehigh Gorge State Park trail, hiking supplies, hunting accessories, firewood, outdoor apparel, breakfast foods, sandwiches, beverages and other fare, and groceries. Open Monday through Saturday from 9:00am to 5:00pm, and Sunday from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Phone (570) 606-4325, and discover www.tannerydepot.com! Located on Business Route 209 in Snydersville, S&S Speedways has indoor kart-racing with specially designed cars; test your skills on the fast indoor track, at speeds of up to 26mph. With the slipping, sliding, and over-steering characteristics of the karts, you’re as close as you can come to the real thing. Professional racecar drivers practice here in the off-season! A 4-point safety harness and side-impact bumpers keep you safe. Must be at least 54” tall. Hours are 5:00pm to 10:00pm on Thursdays and Fridays, 12:00pm to 10:00pm on Saturdays, 12:00pm until 9:00pm on Sundays, and 12:00pm to 5:00pm Monday through Wednesday. Reserve for private parties, special occasions, and league racing; be sure to ask about the Rookie Special. Snack bar and video arcade. Bring the display ad for a free race ticket! Call (570) 420-5500, and race to www.ssspeedways.com. Transport yourself to a world where the action sizzles 24/7 and the service makes you feel special. There’s so much to see, do, and experience at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, including live blackjack, roulette, craps, and poker table games! Over 2,500 highvoltage slots. Electric-hot virtual table games. Savor the good life at one of 10 distinctive dining options, from Ruth’s Chris Steak House to Timbers
Barre; call 1-888-WIN-INPA, and see www.mohegansunpocono.com.
Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs Buffet to Wolfgang Puck Express. Stroll through Brookstone, and Crossing Vineyards Wine & Cheese Shop. Check out the special events, plus Sunburst Bar and Breakers Bar offering the hottest entertainment. View thoroughbred and harness racing from premier US tracks in their simulcast facility! Gaming. Dining. Shopping. Nightlife. All in one place; Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs! An out-of-the-ordinary escape, on Highway 315 in Wilkes-
Live bait is best! If you plan to fish on any of the Poconos’ pristine streams and lakes, first pay a visit to Woehrle’s Bait Shop in Mount Pocono. They’re open every day from 7:00am to 5:00pm, offering anglers healthy live bait for all types of fishing. You can choose from hellgramites, fat heads, leeches, night crawlers, minnows, red worms, giant mealworms, crickets, wax worms, and more. Gift certificates are available for your favorite angler! Woehrle’s is located off Route 940 at Park Avenue in Mount Pocono. To find out what’s working today, call “The Poconos’ Most Complete Bait Shop” at (570) 839-7338, or visit www.woehrlesbaitshop.com.
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Don’t miss the 1st winter sports rental shop on the road to Camelback Mountain! Pocono Ski Rentals is your source for skis, snowboards, snow blades, and more. Choose from day, multi-day, and seasonal rentals; you’ll receive fast, friendly service, as well as easy pick-up and drop-off. The full service shop also does quick tune-ups and waxing, etc. Open every day, with 35+ years in business, and selling the latest gear such as hats, goggles, gloves, coats, and selling and renting bibs/ pants! Find it on Sullivan Trail in Tannersville; phone (570) 629-4668 or fax (570) 629-4656.
It will be “Love at First Bite” when you visit the Pocono Cheesecake Factory. Located on Route 611 in Swiftwater, the factory specializes in the fine art of cheesecakery, crafting it better than anyone else. They sell only cheesecake made fresh on the premises each day, so you know you’re getting the real deal. Choose from a large variety of flavors and toppings. The best way to describe the experience is that this is the best cheesecake you have ever had! The very sweet and fragrant shop is open daily from 10:00am to 6:00pm. Bring the display ad for a coupon. The
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number is (570) 839-6844; place your special orders now, and taste www.poconocheesecake.com. Discover something wonderful at the Country Kettle factory gift outlet and candy store in Marshalls Creek, one of the largest shopping attractions in the Poconos. The store overflows with items to capture the attention of avid shoppers and those just tagging along. Knickknacks, wicker, wind chimes, collectibles, glassware, and gadgets abound. A selection of gourmet cheeses, jams, coffees, teas, and specialty foods is available; find the perfect treat for your next party! Sample (free!) from 200 barrels of old-fashioned candy, or bring home some decadent chocolate. Open daily from 9:30am to 6:00pm; take exit 309 off I-80 to Route 209. Great prices, great selection, and a great location make it a great shopping stop! Phone (570) 421-8970, or visit www.country-kettle.com. Tannery Depot General Store, at Route 534 and Tannery Road in Lehigh Tannery, purveys fishing tackle, camping equipment, bike
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This Week in the Poconos 17 rentals for the 25-mile Lehigh Gorge State Park trail, hiking supplies, hunting accessories, firewood, outdoor apparel, breakfast foods, sandwiches, beverages and other fare, and groceries. Open Monday through Saturday from 9:00am to 5:00pm, and Sunday from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Phone (570) 606-4325, and discover www.tannerydepot.com! Switzerland Old World Gifts is a great source for gifting, collecting, and browsing, going on 20 years! Shop for Alpine candle houses, Black Forest cuckoo clocks, Byers Choice Carolers, Christopher Radko ornaments, Department 56 Snowbabies, Dolfi wood carvings, G. DeBrekht figurines, German beer steins and pyramids, Howard Miller clocks, Italian music boxes, Kit-Cat Klocks, Mr. Christmas music boxes, Rhythm Small World clocks, Russian collectibles and nesting dolls, Steiff plush, Steinbach nutcrackers, and Ulbricht nutcrackers. The stylish Chamilia Beads jewelry line features over 650 different sterling silver, 14k gold, and Murano glass beads; create and customize your own bracelet or necklace! New beads are frequently added. Find it all on Route 611 in Tannersville, just north of the traffic light at Route 715. Open daily at 10:00am; call (570) 620-2003, and clock some shopping time at www.switzgifts.com. Pocono Book Exchange is your local source for the published word! Need a great read for leisurely evenings, a story/picture book to lift a child’s spirits, a gift book to commemorate a special occasion, or an informative handbook to guide your next project? Check out the neat shelves of page-turners, from contemporary to venerable, just waiting for you to discover what’s between the covers. Literacy is a life skill, a rewarding pastime, and vocabulary and conversational enhancement for all ages. New and used books are sold at prices for every pocketbook, in a comfortable setting conducive to leisurely
browsing. Trades are made at the owners’ discretion, and special orders are available. Open daily at 10:00am; call (570) 355-5757, or drop by the shop on Route 940 in Pocono Lake.
thrift prices. Second Story High End Thrift opens at 10:00am Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and on Sunday at 1:00pm; closed Wednesday. Call (570) 4209948, or just drop in!
Step up to Second Story High End Thrift, located at 756 Business Route 209, across from Eagles Glen Plaza in East Stroudsburg. This discriminating store has the look and feel of a high-end boutique, but the prices will amaze you! To see everything, you’re encouraged to open cabinets and drawers to find what one-of-a-kind treasures await you inside. In addition to the beautiful brand name and designer apparel, you’ll enjoy browsing through the wide array of accessories, shoes, artwork, and décor pieces. Eclectic furniture is tastefully displayed, and sold at
On Route 209 in Bushkill, the Pocono Indian Museum & Gift Shop is dedicated to the Native Delaware, and the human history in northeastern Pennsylvania from 10,000 BC to the contact period with Europeans prior to the American Revolution. History of the Delaware through ancient artifacts, weapons, and tools, a chronological commentary over 1000s of years! Browse through the gift shops, and tour the museum using a cassette player. Purchase moccasins, authentic Native American jewelry, (Continued on Page 18)
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original pottery, Native American music, dreamcatchers, mandelas, dolls, books, knives, and other Indian handicrafts. Gift certificates available. Open daily except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter; call (570) 588-9338 and see www.poconoindianmuseum.com. Bring the display ad for a free admission! Adjacent to Starting Gate Action Sports. Have an illuminating experience at American Candle! Candlery, gifts, and accessories, great for decorating or giving. Browse through an incredible selection, from dinner tapers and wind-proof storm candles to pillar candles and jar candles. Choose from
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hundreds of candle gift baskets and wedding candles. Catch a candle making demonstration! You’ll find collectibles from Norman Rockwell, Legends, Dept. 56, Lenox, Precious Moments, and more. Now featuring Pandora jewelry, Vera Bradley accessories, Dansko Shoes, gorgeous stained glass, and Snap Shoes! Savor a cup of gourmet coffee or cappuccino from the Gourmet Candy and Kitchen Shop, featuring dips, sauces, and soups. Choose from 250+ barrels of chocolates, bonbons, gummies, and licorice! On Route 611 in Bartonsville, exit 302 off I-80; open daily. Phone (570) 629-3388, or visit www.american-candle.com. An original in the Lake Region, with 2 Gumble Brothers, Inc. locations! Complete home centers with hardware, lumber, and renovation/remodeling supplies. Newfoundland store is on Route 191, (570) 676-3304; and, the Paupack location is on Route 507, (570) 226-4531. Paint, lumber, building supplies, plumbing, and electrical supplies; house wares and home supplies; power
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and hand tools, sporting goods, spackle, spades, and spigots. Free local delivery. The Newfoundland store is also a complete Rental Center stocked with quality, courtesy, and savings! Scope out www.gumblebrothers.com. Watch pottery being made at Holley Ross Pottery! This amazing place, located on Route 191 in La Anna, is a pottery showroom, gift shop, and studio where skilled craftsmen produce fine items offered for sale. Watch the demonstrations Monday through Friday at 11:00am, and shop in the factory showroom for Fiesta Dinnerware, stoneware, mugs, glass, China sets, dolls, planters, and decor. See Holley Ross’ very own “Weeping Gold Pottery,� and candy dishes, colored glassware, candles, bean pots, suncatchers, and highly collectible Polish Pottery. How about a birdbath or a figurine for your yard? After you’ve shopped, enter the woodland park for a comfortable stroll. Walk across a sturdy swinging bridge and into a beautiful forest with sawdust trails, picnic tables, and a scenic 5-acre lake. Open Monday through Saturday 9:30am to 5:30pm, Sundays 1:00pm to 5:30pm. Call (570) 676-3248, and see www.holleyross.com. Teeters’ Furniture, on Main Avenue in Hawley, carries a wide range of dining, living room, upholstered, and bedroom furniture displayed in comfortable gallery settings. The inventory includes Tom Seely, Simply Amish, Kincaid, Winners Only, Chatham, and Stanley. Affordable quality, excellent service, and selection are hallmarks here. Teeters’ has been selling furniture since 1849! Shop for your primary home, your vacation home, or an enduring gift. Phone (570) 226-3112, and visit www.teetersfurniture.com. Delivery and set-up are available. Open Monday through Thursday from 8:30am to 5:30pm; Friday from 8:30am to 8:00pm; Saturday from 8:30am to 5:00pm; and Sunday from 12:00pm to 4:00pm.
This Week in the Poconos 19 Pocono Tile Works serves the entire 4-county Pocono Mountains region with expert custom tile design and installation. Marble is also a specialty. See genuine examples of their beautiful, quality work at www.poconotileworks.com! Call (570) 460-6439, or email rafal@ poconotileworks.com to schedule an appointment for your free consultation and estimate. Pocono Tile Works is fully insured, reliable, and excellent references are available!
Village Cheeses, and more! You’ll also find everything you’d expect at a hardware and lumber store for your home and outdoor needs. Art lovers will want to browse the works displayed in the Sprag Mill Art Gallery on the premises. Open from 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Saturday; closed Sunday. Pop in to shop, or just to say hello! For more about this honest-to-goodness country store, call (570) 595-2501, and visit www.theobprice.com.
Transport yourself to a world where the action sizzles 24/7 and the service makes you feel at home. There’s always so much to experience at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs on Route 315 in Wilkes-Barre. Cash in on the fun at over 2,500 high-voltage slots. Enjoy electric-hot virtual table games, and real live poker, blackjack, craps, and roulette! After you’ve worked up an appetite in the casino, savor the good life at one of 10 distinctive dining options. There’s a place for every taste and budget – from Ruth’s Chris Steak House to Timbers Buffet to Wolfgang Puck Express. A stroll through the shopping promenade reveals interesting finds at Marshall Rousso, Brookstone, and Crossing Vineyards Wine & Cheese Shop. When it comes to nightlife, Sunburst Bar and Breakers Bar, offering live entertainment every Friday and Saturday evening, are two of the hottest places to party in northeast Pennsylvania. Explosive live harness racing is in season now; post time is 6:30pm. Get in on all the action at this out-of-the-ordinary escape; it’s as close as your car keys. Call 1-888-WIN-INPA, or visit www.mohegansunpocono.com.
Hutton Metalcrafts creates an array of unique handcrafted metal works, copper lamps and lanterns, pewter ornaments, and more on Route 940 in Pocono Pines. Remembrances and objects for AND SO VERY MUCH MORE! The Factory Outlet at the Factory the home hand-made from copper, brass, and pewter, manufactured FACTORY STORE HOURS on the premises. Necklaces, cat Open May 1 thru mid-December rings, and ceiling fixtures. One-of-aWinter Store Hours By Chance or by Appointment kind copper trees by Tom Hutton, hand-hammered from a slab of 570 solid copper, silver brazed, then www.holleyross.com heat-colored to produce rich greens on the tops and reddish t F irst Bite ’ S ince 1 ve a highlights on 98 o 5 ‘L the trunks. Fine oil paintings on glass by Xian. Ask about Chinese l a n g u a g e lessons and piano lessons too! Everything Freshly Baked • Many Flavors • Pastries at Hutton Sugar Free/Low Carb • Specialty Cakes • & More! Metalcrafts is unique. Open Open Daily 10AM-6PM Tuesday through Saturday from Rt. 611, 9:00am to Swiftwater, PA 5:00pm; Sunday 11:00am to Credit Cards 3:00pm; closed Accepted TAKE Monday. Call HOME ONE WIT (570) 646-7778, Seasonal Shipping YOU! H and illuminate w w w . copperlamps. www.poconocheesecake.com com.
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ENTERTAINMENT Subject to change; contact the venue for the latest information. Refer to the Sports column listings to contact winter sports areas which may offer entertainment. MOHEGAN SUN AT POCONO DOWNS in Wilkes-Barre transports you to a world where the action sizzles 24/7 and the friendly service makes you feel at home. Cash in on the fun at over 2,500 hot slots, virtual electronic table games, and live blackjack, roulette, craps, and poker tables. Enjoy simulcast harness racing, too! After working up an appetite, savor one of many distinctive dining options. A stroll through the shopping promenade will reveal interesting finds at Brookstone, Marshall Rousso, and Crossing Vineyards Wine & Cheese Shop. When it comes to nightlife, Sunburst Bar and Breakers host entertainment every weekend! Mohegan Sun is the out-of-the-ordinary escape that’s as close as your car keys; on Highway 315 in Wilkes-Barre. Phone 1-888-WIN-INPA and see www.mohegansunpocono.com. FERNWOOD HOTEL & RESORT on Route 209 in Bushkill offers luxury hotel rooms and villas, a food court, a sports pub, and a Tuscan Grille. Every Wednesday at 6:00pm is Brain Freeze Trivia team trivia game for ages 21+ hosted by Gary “Big Brain” in the Morning. Play Bingo every Thursday evening, and enjoy Karaoke every Friday and Saturday at 9:00pm. Magicians, illusionists, jugglers, and comedians perform on weekends, and Saturday Night Bands take the stage
on Saturdays at 10:00pm for ages 21+. Pools, fitness area, massage therapist, horseback riding, tennis, 18-hole par 71 golf course, Game Zone, daily activities, a Winter Fun Center, and vacation/weekend packages. Call 1-888-FERNWOOD or (570) 588-9500, and see www.fernwoodhotel.com. THE CRESCENT LODGE is a delightful year-round resort with a country inn atmosphere, located on Route 191 in Paradise Valley. Enjoy wonderful food, with dinner music every Friday and Saturday by pianist Keith Herrmann. He has performed on the Tonight Show, The Today Show, CBS This Morning and the Golden Globe Awards; hear classical and Broadway at their best! On Sundays, enjoy the blues/jazz piano of Michael Fossa. He has performed with The Doors guitarist Robbie Krieger, among other legends. Check out the delicious Pub Menu. Renowned for a refined atmosphere of leisure and fun; ask about the great lodging packages! Spas, championship golf, skiing, outlet shopping, an adventure park, and a casino with slots and table games are very nearby. Call (570) 595-7486 or 1-800-392-9400; visit www.crescentlodge.com.
THE GEM AND KEYSTONE in Shawnee-on-Delaware hosts live entertainment every Friday and Saturday night, and Jazz/Fusion Jams/Open Mic Nights on most Thursdays! Popular musicians scheduled to perform include Roamin’ Gabriels, Omar and His Guitar, Diane and Willie, and Tom Riccobono. Have a happening Happy Hour Monday t h r o u g h FIND LIVE LOCAL MUSIC T h u r s d a y from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. The Gem and Keystone f e a t u r e s www.LiveLocalMusicNow.com ShawneeCraft
artisanal ales and lagers, and delicious, farm-to-table food; it’s next to The Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort on River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware. Taste www.GemAndKeystone.com, or call (570) 424-0990. BARLEY CREEK BREWING COMPANY near Camelback Mountain Resort in Tannersville presents talented local musicians at frequent special events and on some Friday and Saturday nights. Join a Free Brewery Tour and Beer Tasting any day of the week at 12:30pm or by appointment at this authentic brewpub and restaurant. Barley Creek is open daily from 11:00am, at the intersection of Sullivan Trail and Camelback Road. Great deck and pavilion, kids’ treasure box, and a wiffle ball stadium. Call (570) 629-9399 for the entertainment/event schedule, and sip www.barleycreek.com. THE SETTLERS INN AT BINGHAM PARK, 4 Main Avenue in Hawley, is an artfully restored, craftsman-style historic hotel. Settlers Inn offers an unparalleled experience, with fine dining, wine pairing, lovely accommodations, Potting Shed Gift Shop, and entertainment events. Get away from it all in a relaxing atmosphere; reservations are suggested. The Settlers Inn is easy to find along Route 6/Main Avenue in Hawley, the heart of the Poconos’ vibrant Lake Region. Four star AAA rating, AAA Top Ten Favorite Historic Hotel, Historic Hotels of America member, and Wine Spectator award-winner. Call (570) 226-2993 or 1-800-833-8527, and see www.thesettlersinn.com. VAN GILDER’S JUBILEE RESTAURANT & PUB IN THE PINES boasts 40+ years of good food, good drinks, and good times at their original location on Route 940 in Pocono Pines! The Jubilee has live
This Week in the Poconos 21 entertainment many weekends, a full bar with 15 beers on tap, big screen TVs, pool, darts, and an awesome jukebox. Their famous Wing Nights are on Sundays and Thursdays. Unique and special pasta dishes are featured on Mondays, Steamer Clam Nights are Tuesdays, and Wednesdays are Peel & Eat Shrimp. Visit “the Jube” online at www.breakfastking.com, or call (570) 646-2377. THE INN AT POCONO MANOR overlooking the beautiful mountains offers top-notch entertainment in the lounge most Friday and Saturday evenings, as well as special themed events. Featuring a daily Happy Hour, with complimentary hors d’ oeuvres and drink specials from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, and a Light Fare menu from 9:00pm to 12:00am. Check out the exceptional Exchange Restaurant, Laurel Spa, golf, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, and special events! The Inn at Pocono Manor is located on Route 314, via Route 940 or Route 611, in Pocono Manor. Call (570) 839-7111x7601 or 1-800-2338150x7601; see www. poconomanor. com. THE SHAWNEE INN AND GOLF RESORT in Shawneeon-Delaware features John Grant, a New York-style piano man, in the River Room Piano Bar and Lounge on Thursdays from 7:00pm to 11:00pm, and Fridays and Saturdays from 8:00pm to 11:00pm. Happy Hour daily from 4:00pm to 6:00pm, complimentary
hors d’oeuvres on weekends, cocktail specials, and ShawneeCraft™ beer, ale, and lager specials! On Tuesday, January 11th, hear Karen Meeks and the Soul in the fireplace lobby at 7:00pm, part of the Community Concert Series, appro-
priate for all ages and free of charge. On Tuesday, January 18th, popular performer Ron Richardson is scheduled. Call 1-800-SHAWNEE, and see www.shawneeinn.com.
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Eagle Watch! Hundreds of bald eagles migrate to the Pocono Mountains of northeast Pennsylvania each winter in search of open water, fresh fish, and undisturbed habitat. In addition to migratory eagles, our region is home to a growing, breeding population of resident eagles. Every Saturday and Sunday from now through mid-March, volunteers trained by The Eagle Institute staff popular viewing locations at Lackawaxen and elsewhere along the Delaware River, assisting eagle watchers in spotting these majestic birds. Eagle Institute staffers have spotting scopes, extra binoculars, eagle information, and directions to various viewing locations. From April through September, eagle watching is discouraged because of the eagles’ sensitivity to human disturbance during this critical time. Please respect the eagles and their young! The Eagle Institute Winter Field Office, 176 Scenic Drive in Lackawaxen at the end of Roebling Bridge, is open every Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and by appointment, through mid-March. For maps, directions, and more, soar to www.eagleinstitute.org and see the Eagle Forum message board, call (570) 685-5960 or (845) 557-6162, or email eagleinstitute@yahoo.com.
Join the National Mid-Winter Eagle Count The open water, fresh fish, and undisturbed habitat plentiful in the Poconos attract hundreds of migratory bald eagles every winter. The region also boasts a growing, breeding population of resident eagles. On Saturday and Sunday, January 8th and 9th, watch these majestic birds yourself while helping The Eagle Institute collect data for the National Mid-Winter Eagle Count! Pick one locale, or check out multiple viewing spots throughout the weekend. Download a form at www.eagleinstitute.org, or simply report your findings at the site’s Eagle Watch Forum. Prime sighting locations are at Lackawaxen, and various places near the Delaware River. To learn where the eagles are, you may call or drop by The Eagle Institute Winter Field Office at 176 Scenic Drive in Lackawaxen at the Roebling Bridge on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. Or, visit online and see the Forum’s message board. For maps, directions and more, call (570) 685-5960 or (845) 557-6162, or email eagleinstitute@yahoo.com.
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SPAS & SALONS Le Spa Forêt at The French Manor Inn and Spa, off Route 191, South Sterling. Attuned to the rhythms of nature, as well as the rhythms of the human body! An innovative green spa retreat, Le Spa Forêt offers aromachology, body enhancers, a naturally filtered pool and hot tub, fitness center, conference room, relaxation lounges, couples’ massage suite with fireplace, manicures and pedicures, bridal party suite, and luxurious, tranquil décor. For the full menu, treatment guide, and more information about this splendid venue, phone 1-877-720-6095, and see www.thefrenchmanor.com.
The Inn at Jim Thorpe, in picturesque Jim Thorpe. The grand Victorian Inn is a landmark treasure within the National Register Historic District, featuring comfortable rooms, romantic suites, and relaxing in-house spa services. Quaint shops, antique stores, galleries, opera house, pubs, restaurants, and hiking/ biking trails are at the Inn’s doorstep. Take advantage of great packages such as Ski & Stay, Show & Stay, Shop ‘til You Drop, Spa Weekends, Romance Packages, and Girlfriend Getaways. For reservations, call The Inn at Jim Thorpe at 1-800-329-2599, and visit www.innjt.net.
The Spa at Mountain Laurel at the Mountain Laurel Resort is off Route 940 in scenic White Haven. The luxurious menu includes a variety of massages, sea salt soaks, foot reflexology, vitamin C facials, aroma wraps, body treatments, nail services, hot tubs, steam rooms, saunas, tanning, a fitness center, hair salon, and indoor pool. Gift certificates and spa packages are available. Through January 15th, bring in the display ad or mention This Week in the Poconos when scheduling to receive 20% off facials, 10% off products, and 3 Swedish massages for just $225.00! Call (570) 443-9SPA (9772), and see www.thespaatmountainlaurel.com.
The Laurel Spa at the Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314 in Pocono Manor. The Laurel Spa at Pocono Manor features Roman Tuscan design, the perfect setting to nurture your body,
mind, and spirit. Designed with you in mind, state-of-the-art equipment provides an unforgettable experience. The menu offers massages, facials, wraps, scrubs, nail services, waxing, and spa packages; create your own! Your experience begins in the steam facility; then, relax in a Quiet Room to await your services. Mention This Week in the Poconos when scheduling! Call The Laurel Spa at The Inn at Pocono Manor at (570) 839-0140, and view www.laurelspaatpoconomanor.com.
Spa Shawnee at Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware. Inspired by life-restoring elements of nature, Spa Shawnee is a sanctuary of restoration for re-energizing the body, mind, and soul. Facials and body treatments are inspired by ancient traditions of Eastern and Western cultures, using the best all-natural, organic products. You’ll find single massage rooms, a couples’ massage room, hydrotherapy room, full salon offering hair, make-up, and scalp treatments, waxing, facials, body treatments, and mani/pedis. Call (570) 424-4000 x1438, and see www.spashawnee.com.
The Skyview Spa at Skytop Lodge, Route 390 in Skytop. Invigorate, stimulate, and rejuvenate! From manicures to massages, Skytop’s spa treatments for men and women will pamper you from head to toe. Enjoy a certified staff, 6 treatment rooms, a Quiet Room with mountain views,
a mani/pedi room, locker rooms, and bathrooms with showers. Try the Exfoliating Sea Salt Scrub, followed by a velvety Body Butter Wrap. Melt stress away with a Hot Stone Massage or a Spa Signature Facial. Fine products are available to purchase, as are gift certificates. Mention This Week in the Poconos! The Skyview Spa is on the 5th floor of historic Skytop Lodge. Phone (570) 595-8968, and visit www.skyviewspaatskytoplodge.com.
Time to Thai Massage Therapy & Accupressure, Route 611 in Tannersville, Suite 3 on 2nd Floor of CarQuest Plaza. By appointment only, enjoy 30, 40, or 60 minutes of massage on your isolated desired muscle and joint areas, or 90 minutes of complete traditional Thai massage; it’s all just $1.00/minute! Alleviate back pain, neck pain, migraine, arthritis, fibromyalgia, low energy, poor circulation, and stress. Give Certified Thai Massage Practitioner Phyllis King-Robert a call at (570) 7300603 or (570) 688-5864, and prepare to feel fantastic!
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The Pocono Mountains of northeast Pennsylvania are a lively place to be, with attractions, displays, amusements, and demonstrations planned just for you! AMERICAN CANDLE on Route 611 in Bartonsville offers something for everyone! Candles are made daily and are created in a full line of scents, colors, shapes, and containers. Catch an illuminating candle-making demonstration! Featuring name brands including Pandora, Vera Bradley, Dansko Shoes, lindsay phillips, Yankee Candle, and Switch Flops, in addition to Norman Rockwell, Dept. 56, Lenox, and Precious Moments. After shopping and browsing through the myriad candles, gifts, food items, and collectibles, drop by the oldfashioned candy store, or refresh with an ice cream sundae or gourmet coffee. Phone (570) 629-3388. www.american-candle.com.
BARLEY CREEK BREWING COMPANY at Sullivan Trail and Camelback Road in Tannersville features an award-winning timber frame atmosphere housing the Poconos’ original brewpub. Enjoy soups and salads, pub fare, steaks, seafood, plus a children’s menu, treasure box, and game room. There’s a deck for brews with a view, a pavilion, and a waffle ball stadium. The unique restaurant and nightspot offers traditional favorites and genuine pub fare, handcrafted ales and lagers brewed on-site in an English brew house, live music and special events, and free tours of the brewery and beer tasting daily; see you at The Creek! Phone (570) 629-9399. www.barleycreek.com.
COUNTRY JUNCTION at 6565 Interchange Road, Route 209, in Lehighton is “The World’s Largest
General Store!” Follow the in-house street signs toward everything and anything you need to make your house a home; accents, giftware, antiques, and novelties. Country Junction’s Service Team can install your flooring, windows and doors, gutter, garages, siding, lumber, fencing, and insulation. You’ll find Animal Country Puppies & More, the K9er-Diner, Barn Door Restaurant, a free wildlife exhibit, free petting farm, and a wine cellar with wine tasting! Shop for landscape and garden items, too. Fun for everyone; open 7 days. Call (610) 377-5050. www.countryjunction.com.
COUNTRY KETTLE on Business Route 209, Marshalls Creek offers a tempting variety of mouthwatering delights, as well as demonstrations. This factory gift outlet and large shopping destination overflows with knick-knacks, wind chimes, collectibles, and gadgets. You’ll find coffees, teas, specialty foods, and chocolates. Taste jams, jellies, gourmet mustards and cheeses, candies, cheese spreads, fudge, apple butter, plus barrels of old-fashioned candies at old-fashioned prices. Country gifts, wicker, and collectibles complete the experience. Great selection, great prices, and a great location, with lodging and other attractions nearby. Phone (570) 421-8970. www.country-kettle.com.
ECKLEY MINERS’ VILLAGE on Route 940 east of Hazleton was once a thriving coal mining patch town with a population of over a thousand! Founded in 1854, it was an anthracite-mining community owned by a series of coal companies. Eckley was abandoned with the advent of strip mining; the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission restored this ghost town to its former condition. Kitchens, bedrooms, personal items, clothing, laundry rooms, social clubs, churches, doctor’s office, and the company store all appear now as they were then. Tours and special events are offered, in addition to a museum. Phone (570) 636-2070. www.eckleyminers.org.
HOLLEY ROSS POTTERY on Route 191 at LaAnna features free guided tours of the pottery factory, and free demonstrations of pottery and china making. Many lines of pottery, glassware, gifts, sculpture, and more are available to admire and purchase. Shop for Fiesta dinnerware, stoneware, dolls, planters, décor, candles, bean pots, suncatchers, Weeping Gold pottery, and Polish pottery. Find a whimsical figurine or birdbath for your outdoor garden! Check out the cable bridge, lovely forest with well-maintained sawdust trails, and woodland lake with picnic area. Phone (570) 676-3248. www.holleyross.com.
This Week in the Poconos 25 HOUSE OF CANDLES on scenic Route 715 between Tannersville and Henryville is “The Oldest Candle Shop in the Poconos!” A factory shopping destination with free candle making demonstrations Monday through Saturday from 10:00am to 5:00pm. Order a custom hand-carved candle. Browse 1000s of candles in 100s of scents, plus scented instant wax to make your own. See a 1000 lb. candle, a real 1930 Model A Ford, and enjoy a free farmyard zoo with a miniature horse, Chinese pheasants, peacocks, goats, and a pond with goldfish and koi. Open Monday through Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm; closed Sunday. Use the display ad coupon; all customers receive a free gift! Phone (570) 629-1953. www.houseofcandles.com.
POCONO CHEESECAKE FACTORY on Route 611 in Swiftwater is a truly sweet and fragrant factory, where you can see multitudes of fresh, genuine cheesecakes being made on the premises every day; it’s the real, delicious, deal. Purchase a slice, a half, or a whole cake, with so many varieties of flavors and toppings to choose from in addition to traditional favorites. Specials orders are welcome, and special seasonal and holiday-themed cheesecake creations are featured as well. This is the best cheesecake you’ve ever had; it’s love at first bite! Phone (570) 839-6844. www.poconocheesecake.com. bear, wolves, and a mountain lion are here. See a 14-foot cobra, a 100year-old turtle, mamba, crocs, vipers, and rattlers. Don’t forget to bring your camera! Phone (570) 223-8653. www.poconosnakeandanimalfarm.com.
HUTTON METALCRAFTS on Route 940 in Pocono Pines is your source for handcrafted copper and brass indoor and outdoor lamps, pewter ornaments, fine pewter ware, copper and brass fountains, fine art painting on glass by Xian, and much more. Remembrances and objects for your home and property are manufactured on-premises. Choose from one-of-a-kind copper trees created by Tom Hutton, hand-hammered from a slab of solid copper, silver brazed, and heat-colored to produce rich greens on the tops and reddish highlights on the trunks. Phone (570) 646-7778. www.copperlamps.com. POCONO SNAKE & ANIMAL FARM on Route 209 in Marshalls Creek is more fun than a zoo. Feed deer, goats, and pot-bellied pigs, monkeys, and alligators. Pet many animals too, view the great reptile collection, and shop for souvenirs and gifts. Fennec foxes, sloths, lemurs, bobcats, servals, bats, chinchillas, a leopard, porcupine, tamarin,
Road in Lehigh Tannery, purveys fishing tackle, camping equipment, bike rentals for the 25-mile Lehigh Gorge State Park trail, hiking supplies, hunting accessories, firewood, outdoor apparel, breakfast foods, sandwiches, beverages and other fare, and groceries. Open Monday through Saturday from 9:00am to 5:00pm, and Sunday from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Phone (570) 606-4325. www.tannerydepot.com.
STEAMTOWN NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE at 150 South Washington Avenue in nearby Scranton is the only National Park site devoted to steam railroading. Enjoy locomotive and railroad equipment displays, as well as an impressive, fascinating museum. Regular and special train excursions are offered throughout the year, departing from the boarding platform and rolling past historic buildings, through tunnels, along mountain streams, and amidst beautiful woodlands. Take exit 185 off I-81 (Central Scranton Expressway) and follow signs to the entrance at Lackawanna and Cliff avenues. Phone 1-800-22-WELCOME x5. www.visitnepa.org.
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TOBYHANNA TRAIN STATION & MUSEUM on Route 423 in Tobyhanna is hosted by the Pocono Rail Historical Society, open seasonally and for special events. All ages will love to tour the restored facility with the delightful and knowledgeable Station Master, and learn how it really used to be when the station was a bustling business. Enjoy railroading videos, fascinating running model train layouts, memorabilia, railroad art exhibits, and railroad and train-related souvenirs. Parking is free and no admission fee is charged, although donations are graciously accepted. Phone (570) 894-3338.
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Reality Check Signature Events debut at Mohegan Sun On Wednesday, January 19th, Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs debuts Reality Check, an exciting interactive event bringing the best and brightest reality-TV stars to Wilkes-Barre! Free for all ages, the event provides ultimate exposure to fans’ favorite stars with engaging live exhibitions and intimate signing events. The 1st-ever Reality Check, in Mohegan Sun’s Breakers, features Dancing With The Stars performers Mark Ballas and Chelsie Hightower. A 7:00pm dance performance and live acoustic set will be followed by a 7:45pm signing event on Sky Bridge. Mark Ballas, of Dancing With The Stars on ABC, has won 2 championships in his 7 seasons on the hit reality show. The 1st was in season 6 partnered with Kristi Yamaguchi, and the 2nd was with Shawn Johnson in season 8. Recently, Ballas danced his way to the finals with partner Bristol Palin, earning 3rd place. When he’s not dancing, Ballas focuses on music; his guitar influences include Kurt Cobain, Paco De Lucia, John Mayer, and Eric Clapton. His solo CD Hurt LoveBox will be available to purchase during Reality Check. Chelsie Hightower teamed up with famous singer/songwriter Michael Bolton on season 11 of Dancing With The Stars. She began dancing at a young age, with a focus on ballroom, which she recognizes as her Chelsie Hightower Mark Ballas foundation. Hightower won a national championship at 11 years of age; she was a U.S. National Standard Finalist in 2005, and International Latin Finalist in 2006. Prior to joining Dancing With The Stars, Hightower was a favorite on So You Think You Can Dance. With World Rodeo Champion Ty Murray, she took 4th place in season 8 of Dancing with the Stars. Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs’ Signature Events combine an exciting lineup with once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to meet some of your favorite celebrities. Find it at 1280 Highway 315 in Wilkes-Barre; call 1-888-WIN-INPA or (570) 831-2100, and check out www.mohegansunpocono.com!
Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs sizzles 24/7! Transport yourself to a world where the action sizzles 24/7, and the warm, friendly service makes you feel truly at home. At Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs there’s always so much to see, do, and experience! Cash in on the fun at 2,500+ hot slots and virtual electronic table games. Thrill to thoroughbred and harness racing from premier US tracks in Mohegan Sun’s simulcast facility, all year long. Play live table games; poker, craps, blackjack, and roulette! Savor the good life at a distinctive dining option, from Ruth’s Chris Steak House to Rustic Kitchen to Bar Louie. A stroll through the shopping promenade will reveal Marshall Rousso, Brookstone, and Crossing Vineyards Wine & Cheese Shop. When it comes to nightlife, Sunburst Bar and Breakers are 2 of the hippest party venues around. Out-of-the-ordinary gaming, dining, shopping, and nightlife are all at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs! The escape that’s as close as your car keys is located at 1280 Highway 315 in Wilkes-Barre. Call 1-888-WIN-INPA or (570) 831-2100, and get lucky at www.mohegansunpocono.com.
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Learn to Ski at Ski Big Bear! January is Learn to Ski Month, and Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain invites you to experience the thrill of the hill! If you want to learn how to ski or snowboard, or to improve your skills on the slopes, Ski Big Bear offers private lessons; purchase a book of 5 private lessons during the month of January, and enjoy 20% off the regular price of single lessons. Plus, books of lessons may be shared with immediate family members! Find this semi-private family facility near Hawley, just 4 miles off Route 590 in Lackawaxen. The winter sports area offers 18 trails with 100% snowmaking, a terrain park, tubing, beautiful lodge, rentals/services, and some night skiing. For snow conditions and days/hours of operation, call (570) 685-1400 or visit www.ski-bigbear.com.
Lacawac is a Wild Plant Sanctuary The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has conferred Wild Plant Sanctuary status on Lacawac Sanctuary. The recognition is based on Lacawac’s protection of 2 distinct and unique eco-habitats. The Wallenpaupack Ledges Natural Area is home to at least 2 plant species of special concern, and is recognized by scientists as harboring some of Pennsylvania’s oldest, most spectacular lichen colonies. The pristine perimeter boreal bog community of glacial, 52-acre Lake Lacawac is known to harbor at least 9 plant species of special concern. The non-profit, communitybased Lacawac Sanctuary is dedicated to preservation of the natural environment, public education, and scientific research. It operates a 545-acre nature preserve supported by memberships, donations, and grants, and been instrumental in scientific, environmental, and ecological studies since 1966; it includes more than a mile of undeveloped shoreline on Lake Wallenpaupack. You’re invited to visit, to hike and explore the varied trails, or to participate in numerous on-site educational programs. For information about membership or programs, call (570) 6899494 and see www.lacawac.org
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Barley Creek Brewing Company announces
Tours, Tastings, and Tokyo Tea House Everything at Barley Creek Brewing Company is handcrafted, from the post and beam timberframe building, to the award-winning food, to the handcrafted ales and lagers. Barley Creek brews world-class ales and lagers onsite, in its own English brew house! Free Brewery Tours and Beer Tastings happen daily at 12:30pm or by appointment. Soups, salads, pub fare, steaks, seafood, happy hour and daily specials, a children’s menu, a treasure box, and a game room make this an allages destination. New this winter, the Creek announces the incomparable Tokyo Tea House in the house! In business for over 20 years and, like Barley Creek, focusing on quality, Tokyo Tea House chefs use only the best ingredients. Watch them prepare and present fresh sushi with artisan skill right before your eyes, as well as other wonderful menu offerings. Originally an 1880’s farmhouse, Barley Creek is the Poconos’ original authentic brewpub and restaurant, boasting a big, rustic atmosphere, a deck for brews with a view, a pavilion, wiffle ball stadium, catering, private parties, special events, and live entertainment. Find it in the fork at Sullivan Trail and Camelback Road, just 2 miles shy of Camelback Mountain Resort, exit 299 off I-80. Phone (570) 629-9399, and surf the Creek at www.barleycreek.com.
Camelback hosts Dress Like the
Mid-Atlantic Snowboard & Freeride Series In its 11th season, the USASA MidAtlantic Snowboard & Freeride Series returns to Camelback Mountain Resort on Saturday and Sunday, January 8th and 9th! You’re invited to sign up and compete in the Slalom on Saturday and the Giant Slalom on Sunday. Registration is from 8:00am to 9:00am, and racing starts at 10:00am. For rules and registration, ride to www.snowboardseries.com. Camelback Mountain Resort is located on Camelback Road via Route 715, off I-80 exit 299 in Tannersville. Featuring 33 trails and 13 lifts, including 2 high-speed detachable quads, you’ll enjoy 100% snowmaking, 100% night skiing, 4 lodges, 2 rental shops, ski school, 2 terrain parks, and a half pipe. Slope side accommodations are available; call (570) 629-1661 for info, and see www.skicamelback.com!
Captain on January 15th! Skiers and riders, make way to Camelback Mountain Resort on Saturday, January 15th and Dress Like the Captain to ski/ride for free! Go to Guest Services at 9:00am, dressed like Captain Morgan, and receive a free lift ticket for the day. You must appear like the Captain on the bottle of rum, including pants, jacket, hat, beard, and sword; all participants must be ages 21+. The very best Captain-look-alikes will ski/ride with the National Captain Morgan Captain on Sunday, January 16th. Camelback Mountain Resort is located on Camelback Road via Route 715, off I-80 exit 299 in Tannersville. Call (570) 629-1661, and see www.skicamelback.com; Get a Little Captain in Ya!
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museums, galleries and antiquity ARTSPACE GALLERY, 18 North 7th Street, downtown Stroudsburg. A gallery of the Pocono Arts Council, the arts leadership, service, and educational organization serving the entire 4-county Pocono Mountains region with the mission Culture Builds Community. Hours are Monday through Friday from 10:00am to 4:00pm; Saturday and Sunday from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. Shows, displays, special events, and exhibits. Call (570) 476-4460, and view www.artspacegallery.net. THE BRIAR PATCH is a Christmas shop and gallery at 239 Pine Grove Road in Thornhurst. You’ll find primitive crafts, folk art, Santas, wooden toys, pottery, potpourri, snowmen, teddy bears, angels, ornaments, wreaths, candles, and antique sleighs, skis, radios, and pumpkin wagons. The Briar Patch is home to Thornhurst Nurseries Christmas Tree Farm; choose and cut your own tree! From Route 940 in Pocono Lake, take Locust Ridge Road 5 miles to Thornhurst; turn right onto River Road for 2 miles; turn left onto Pine Grove Road. Hours through Christmas Eve are Monday through Friday from 12:00pm to 5:00pm and Saturday and Sunday from 10:00am to 5:00pm. Call (570) 842-8072 or (570) 842-1266; visit www.briarpatchthornhurst.com. CARBON COUNTY WELCOME CENTER, 2 Lehigh Avenue, Jim Thorpe. Exhibits include coal mining, canal shipping, rail transportation, Delaware and Lehigh Corridor, hiking, biking, skiing, museum tours, train rides, shopping, restaurants, and accommodations. Hours are 9:30am until 5:30pm daily. Call (570) 3253673 or 1-888-JIM-THORPE, and visit www.JimThorpe.org. COOLBAUGH TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION MUSEUM, located in the
Township Complex at 5550 Memorial Boulevard (Route 611) in Tobyhanna. Exhibits include ice harvesting displays, the military, an extensive photo collection, and historic artifacts. Special programs, displays, speakers, and events; meetings monthly. Admission is free, donations are appreciated, and hours are by appointment. Phone (570) 894-4207 or (570) 839-7306; visit www.coolbaughtwp.org. EAST STROUDSBURG UNIVERSITY Madelon Powers Art Gallery, Fine and Performing Arts Center. Open Monday through Thursday from 1:00pm to 4:00pm dur-
ing university sessions. Learn more at www.esu.edu. ECKLEY MINERS’ VILLAGE, 10 miles east of Hazleton on Highland Road, 3 miles off Route 940. Re-live history at this coal miners’ patch town. Founded in 1854, Eckley was an anthracite-mining community for 115 years. Owned by a series of coal companies, the houses were never sold to the occupants. In 1971, the village became a museum with over 200 residents; today, just 18 residents remain. Museum, miners’ homes, churches, company store, and doctor’s office. Open (Continued on Page 30)
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ECKLEY MINERS’ VILLAGE Nine Miles East of Hazleton Off Rt. 940 Museums Mon. - Sat. 9:00 to 5:00, Sun. 12:00 to 5:00 Miner’s Home Adults $6.00 • Senior Citizens $5.50 • Children $4.00 Churches Guided walking tours available Memorial Day thru Labor Day Doctor’s Office Open Year Round (570) 636-2070 and Gift Shop Administered by the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission
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year ‘round; administered by the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission. Guided walking tours, staff and weather permitting. Call (570) 636-2070, and see www.eckleyminersvillagemuseum.com. THE GLASS HAT, Route 191, ½ mile south of Hamlin Corners. Two floors filled with elegant glassware, antique oak and country furniture, estate jewelry, pottery, Depression glass, and general antiques and collectibles. Teacups and saucers, teapots, and lots of interesting tea things. A Christmas room, and a section of old kitchenware. Member of the Wayne, Pike, Sullivan Antique Dealers Association (WPSADA) and the Northeastern Pennsylvania Glass Appreciation Club. Open daily, weather permitting. Call (570) 689-4060, visit www.wpsada.com, or email tkobo@echoes.net. HAWLEY ANTIQUE CENTER & COUNTRY COTTAGE in Hawley has everything for your country home! Carrying Donna Sharp quilted handbags, unique jewelry, country home décor, and quality gifts. Antiques and old books too! Located at 318 Main Avenue in historic downtown. Open daily. Phone for hours at (570) 226-8990. MISS ELLY’S ANTIQUES & SUCH is a friendly multi-dealer shop housed in an 1870 Victorian at 518 Church Street, off Main Avenue in Hawley. Discover affordable treasures from smalls to furniture, glass, pottery, paintings and prints, vintage clothing and textiles, and primitives. Imported gourmet and specialty foods include British marmalades, buttery Scottish shortbreads, and other goodies. The Gothic Revival building is a must-see with its center gable, tin roof complete with original “snowbirds,” flattened arch-effect windows, and full-length one-story porch with decorative brackets. Still boasting lovely old glass in her 7light transom and 5 sidelights! Open Saturday and Sunday 10:00am
to 5:00pm, and by appointment. Call (570) 226-7513, and visit www.missellysantiques.com. OLD MAUCH CHUNK LANDING, Route 209 in Jim Thorpe. A former New Jersey Central Railroad Station, built in 1888 to serve the booming passenger trade. Now a hub for special events, exhibits, and rail excursions. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Explore industrial heritage exhibits from 9:30am until 5:30pm daily. Call (570) 325-3673, or (570) 421-5791. PAST IMPRESSIONS is a vendor co-op located on Route 191 just north of Hamlin Corners. The store’s home is a stunning 1910 Victorian with crystal chandeliers and lots of history. Vendors offer true antiques, old and new home décor, clothing, jewelry, purses, books, and gifts, and ladies’ and children’s clothing on consignment! You’ll find affordable reproductions, furniture, glassware, pictures, and wrought iron pieces. Open Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10:00am until 5:00pm, and Sundays from 11:00am to 5:00pm; closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Call (570) 689-4123 and be impressed by www.ilovepastimpressions.com. PENNSYLVANIA SKI & WINTER SPORTS MUSEUM & HALL OF FAME, at Camelback Mountain Resort in Tannersville (I-80 exit 299). See the evolution of skis, bindings, and related equipment during the 20th century. Also highlighted are skates and sleds, clothing, historic photos, biographies, and posters. The Museum, dedicated to preserving the history of winter
sports in Pennsylvania, is open to the public and free of charge. Call Camelback at (570) 629-1661; see www.skicamelback.com and www.paskimuseum.org. POCONO BOOK EXCHANGE, Route 940 in Pocono Lake. Great books make great gifts! A good mystery enhances leisurely evenings, a story/picture book will brighten a child’s day, and informative handbooks guide successful projects. You’ll find plenty of worthy page-turners, in a leisurely setting, just waiting for you to discover what’s between the covers! New and used books are sold at prices for every pocketbook, trades are made at the owners’ discretion, and special orders are available. Open Monday through Friday from 10:00am to 7:00pm, Saturday 10:00am to 6:00pm, and Sunday 10:00am to 4:00pm; call (570) 355-5757. POCONO INDIAN MUSEUM, Route 209, Bushkill. Living history, ancient artifacts, and crafts of the Delaware Indians residing in the Delaware River region of Monroe and Pike counties. Receive 1 free tour admission with 1 paid adult tour admission! See the display ad for the coupon. Nice gift shop; gift certificates available. Open daily, excluding Christmas, Easter, and Thanksgiving. Adjacent to Starting Gate Action Sports! Phone (570) 588-9338, and visit www.poconoindianmuseum.com. RESICA FALLS SCOUT RESERVATION, Route 402, 6 miles north of Marshalls Creek. Indian museum housing fabled Cornell Faucett and Andrew Lewis Indian Artifacts Exhibits, Scout handcrafts, and local postcards. Free. Phone (570) 223-8312. Open weekends or by appointment. STEAMTOWN NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE, 150 S. Washington Ave., Scranton. The only National Park site devoted to steam railroading. Locomotive and railroad equipment displays, museum, and train rides! Open 9:00am to 5:00pm
This Week in the Poconos 31 daily except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s. Exit 185 off I-81 (Central Scranton Expressway), past the Mall at Steamtown; entrance at Lackawanna Ave. & Cliff Ave. Phone (570) 340-5200 or 1-888-693-9391, and see www.nps.gov/stea. STROUD MANSION & LIBRARY, 900 Main Street, Stroudsburg. Built by Jacob Stroud in 1795, housing Monroe County artifacts and exhibits. Elizabeth D. Walters Library has extensive genealogical materials. Hosted by the Monroe County Historical Association. Museum, library, and gift shop are open Tuesday through Friday from 11:00am to 4:00pm, and the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month from 10:00am until 4:00pm. Guided tours are at 11:00am and 2:00pm. Admission. Phone (570) 421-7703, and see www.monroehistorical.org. TEETERS’ FURNITURE, Main Avenue, Hawley. Established in 1849, the Teeters have built a reputation for fine furniture displayed in a gallery atmosphere; bedding and carpeting too! Open Monday through Thursday, 8:30am to 5:30pm; Friday, 8:30am to 8:00pm; Saturday, 8:30am to 5:00pm; and Sunday, 12:00pm to
4:00pm. Phone (570) 226-3112, or visit www.teetersfurniture.com. THEO B. PRICE INC. COUNTRY STORE, Route 390 in Cresco. Mickey and Maryann Miller keep handicrafts, distinctive gifts, seasonings, animal feed, folk art, hardware, and building materials. Shop for Green Mountain Coffees, Vera Bradley Bags, Byers’ Choice collectibles, Burt’s Bees, Grafton Village Cheeses, and hardware/lumber. Browse the artwork displayed in the Sprag Mill Art Gallery. Open from 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Saturday; closed Sunday. Call (570) 595-2501, and visit www.theobprice.com. TOBYHANNA TRAIN STATION & MUSEUM, Route 423 in Tobyhanna. Hosted by the Pocono Rail Historical Society, and open seasonally and for special events. Park free, tour the restored facility, and see how it was when the station was bustling. Rail videos, running model train layouts, memorabilia, Railroad Art Exhibit, and souvenirs. No admission fee; donations accepted. Call (570) 8943338 for schedule.
Manor Woods Court in Paupack off Route 507 north of I-84. Open by appointment only. Includes tools, guns, weaving implements, artifacts, and an old sleigh. The Palmyra Township Building just off Gumbletown Road displays wallpaper tools, early woodworking tools, and bells from one-room schools. Open 8:00am to 12:00pm, Monday through Thursday. PPL’s Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center off Route 6 near the dam in Wilsonville houses Ray LaTournou’s Dorflinger glass collection, glass blowing tools, samples, and artifacts. View Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm. Call (570) 226-8980, or visit www.wallenpaupackhistorical.org.
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Trout Unlimited sponsors Fly Tying Course A 3-week Winter Fly Tying Course begins on Saturday, January 8th at the Monroe County Environmental Education Center (MCEEC) near Bartonsville. The course, sponsored and led by members of the Brodheads Chapter of Trout Unlimited, happens from 9:00am to 12:00pm on Saturdays, January 8th, 22nd, and 29th. Instruction is free, cost for materials is $15.00/pp, and registration is required; call Tom at (610) 681-6307. Winter weather causes more time spent indoors; so, now is the perfect time to hone your fly tying skills. Every class participant will learn how to tie several popular and useful fly patterns to ensure success on local trout waters. Cast your line to the Brodheads Chapter of Trout Unlimited website at www.brodheadstu.org! To find the MCEEC from exit 302 or 302B off I-80 (Bartonsville), go north on Route 611 to the traffic light after the truck stop, and turn left onto Rimrock Drive. Follow for 0.4 mile, bear right onto N. Easton-Belmont Pike, go 0.2 mile, then bear right onto Running Valley Road. The Center is 0.7 mile on the left. Call (570) 6293061, and visit www.mcconservation.org.
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ATV RENTALS The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314 in Pocono Manor via Route 611 or Route 940. ATV rentals are offered to the public. Call the resort at (570) 839-7111 for operating hours, and check out www.poconomanor.com. BAIT & TACKLE Tannery Depot General Store, Route 534 and Tannery Road, Lehigh Tannery. Offering fishing tackle, as well as camping equipment, bike rentals, hiking supplies, hunting accessories, sandwiches, and groceries. Open Monday through Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm and Sunday 10:00am to 3:00pm. Call (570) 606-4325 and see www.tannerydepot.com. Woehrle’s Bait Shop, Rt. 940 at Park Avenue in Mount Pocono. Healthy live bait for all seasons; fat heads, minnows, night crawlers, leeches, red worms, giant mealworms, wax worms, crickets, hellgramites,
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and more! Celebrating 30+ years in business, this very complete bait shop is open every day, all year. Call (570) 839-7338 and see www.woehrlesbaitshop.com.
BOWLING Split Rock Resort, One Lake Drive, Lake Harmony. 8-lane bowling center in the resort’s beautiful Galleria is open the public, 11:00am to 11:00pm. Newly resurfaced lanes and digital scoring! Call (570) 722-9111 ext. 504, or see www.splitrockresort.com. CAMPING Adventure Sports, Route 209, Marshalls Creek (2 miles north of I80 off exit 309). Take an overnight canoe camping trip in the wild and beautiful Delaware Water Gap Natural Recreation Area! Call (570) 223-0505 or 1-800-487-2628. See the display ad for a special offer, and visit www.adventuresport.com.
Kittatinny Canoes, on the Delaware River. This canoe and raft center offers scenic riverside camping trips in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Float down the Delaware River to your campsite and get away from it all! Call 1-800-FLOAT-KC or (570) 2965890 for your reservations, see the display ad coupon, and visit www.kittatinny.com. Pocono Whitewater & Skirmish, Route 903 near Jim Thorpe. Bringing you full-day and ½-day adventures through the scenic Lehigh River Gorge. Family-style calm water float trips, wild whitewater rafting, kayaking, mountain biking, Skirmish paintball, and more! Call 1-800-WHITEWATER or (570) 3259226 for reservations, and see www.poconowhitewater.com. River Beach Campsites on the Delaware River, Route 209, 3 miles north of Milford. Tent and
This Week in the Poconos 35 RV campsites; activities include canoeing, rafting, tubing, kayaking, and more. Call (570) 296-5890 or 1-800-FLOAT-KC, and visit www.kittatinny.com. Whitewater Challengers, on the Lehigh River near White Haven. Mountain bike rentals are available, with shuttle service to great trails along the Lehigh River. For your reservations, call the Adventure Center at 1-800443-8554 or (570) 443-9532. See www.whitewaterchallengers.com. CANOES & KAYAKS Kittatinny Canoes, at their Milford location. This canoe and raft center also offers new and used canoes, kayaks, and watersports accessories. Dealers of Old Town Canoe, Dagger, and Perception! Located off the Route 209 Matamoras exit, 3 miles north of Milford. Call 1-800FLOAT-KC or (570) 296-5890, and see www.kittatinny.com. CLIMBING The Adventure Center at Skytop Lodge, Route 390 and Dutch Hill Road, Skytop. Try the outdoor
30 foot climbing wall. Climb 8 different stations, from beginner to very advanced. The wall has been custom built and features a real rock look and feel, as well as over 300 moveable handholds. Climbing classes are available. Day use fee. Weight up to 310 pounds. Top rope belaying. Call (570) 5958988 for more information and see www.skytop.com. CBK Mountain Adventures, at Camelback Mountain Resort on Camelback Road in Tannersville. Ropes Courses, Disc Golf, Mountain Segways, Euro Bungy, Climbing Wall, and Zip Lines. Call (570) 629-1661 x1123 for reservations, and see www.cbkmountainadventures.com. CROSS COUNTRY SKIING The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314 in Pocono Manor via Route 611 or Route 940. Call the resort at (570) 839-7111 for operating hours, and check out www.poconomanor.com. Skytop Lodge, off Route 390 in Skytop. XC skiing is offered to guests of the resort. Ski rentals are available. Phone (570) 595-7401 or
1-800-345-7759. www.skytop.com. Starting Gate Action Sports, Route 209 in Marshalls Creek. Renting XC skis for use at your location of choice. Call (570) 223-6215 or go to www.startinggateonline.com. DOGSLEDDING The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314 in Pocono Manor via Route 611 or Route 940. Call the resort at (570) 839-7111 for operating hours, and check out www.poconomanor.com. EURO BUNGY CBK Mountain Adventures, at Camelback Mountain Resort on Camelback Road in Tannersville. Ropes Courses, Disc Golf, Mountain Segways, Euro Bungy, Climbing Wall, and Zip Lines. Call (570) 629-1661 x1123 for reservations, and see www.cbkmountainadventures.com. FLY FISHING INSTRUCTION The Orvis Shop at Skytop Lodge, Route 390, Skytop. Instruction for the novice fly fisherman covering casting, entomology, wading, knot tying, etc. in the classroom and on the water. Equipment provided. Also (Continued on Page 36)
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offering private lessons and a local guide service. Waters on property open to the public for a fee for fly fishing only. Call (570) 595-8929 or (570) 595-7401 to schedule, and see www.skytop.com. The Rod & Gun Club at The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314 in Pocono Manor via Route 611 or Route 940. The Manor Sports Club offers lessons for the beginner to experienced angler, both classroom and streamside. “Cast & Stay” Packages are available. The Inn’s 2.5 miles of scenic, remote flyfishing are open to the public for a fee. Call (570) 839-3908 or email poconosports@poconomanor.com to schedule; see www.poconomanor.com. GEOCACHING The Adventure Center at Skytop Lodge, Route 390 and Dutch Hill Road, Skytop. The 30-minute class Geocaching and GPS Basics will
teach you the essentials you need to find a Skytop geocode using their state of the art Global Positioning System units. Upon completion of the class, you can rent the GPS unit to locate the caches of your choosing. Class size is limited; registration is suggested. Minimum age is 13 without a parent/guardian. Call (570) 595-8988 and see www.skytop.com. HARNESS RACING Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, Highway 315 in Wilkes-Barre. Transport yourself to a world where the action sizzles 24/7 and the service makes you feel at home. Cash in on the fun at over 2,500 highvoltage slots, electric-hot virtual table games, simulcast harness racing, and live blackjack, craps, roulette, and poker table games! Savor the good life at one of 10 distinctive dining options, from Ruth’s Chris Steak House to Timbers Buffet to Wolfgang Puck Express. A stroll through the shopping promenade will reveal Brookstone, and Crossing Vineyards Wine & Cheese Shop. When it comes to nightlife, Sunburst Bar and
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Breakers Bar offer live entertainment. Call 1-888-WIN-INPA; see www.mohegansunpocono.com. HORSEBACK RIDING Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route 209 in Bushkill. Year-round horseback riding is available on the beautiful grounds of the resort. Call 1-888-FERNWOOD and visit www.fernwoodhotel.com. The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314 in Pocono Manor via Route 940 or Route 611. Enjoy renovated stables and expanded services! Year ‘round horseback riding on miles of gorgeous, scenic trails. Also offering horse-drawn hay rides and sleigh rides in season. Call the stable at (570) 839-6237, or email stables@poconomanor.com; visit www.poconomanor.com. KART RACING S & S Speedways Indoor Go-Karts, Business Route 209 in Snydersville. High-powered indoor go-karts with slick tires are the closest you’ll come to real track racing! The go-karts are a single person ride and you must be at least 54” tall to drive. Video arcade and snack bar mean fun for the whole family. Hours are Thursday and Friday 5:00pm10:00pm, Saturday 12:00pm10:00pm, Sunday 12:00pm-7:00pm, and Monday through Wednesday 12:00pm-5:00. Call ahead for other times. Bring the display ad for a Free Race! Call (570) 420-5500 and visit www.ssspeedways.com. MOUNTAIN SEGWAYS CBK Mountain Adventures, at Camelback Mountain Resort on Camelback Road in Tannersville. Ropes Courses, Disc Golf, Mountain Segways, Euro Bungy, Climbing Wall, and Zip Lines. Call (570) 629-1661 x1123 for reservations, and see www.cbkmountainadventures.com. Fernwood Hotel & Resort/Pocono Segway Tours, Route 209 in Bushkill. Guided segway tours every day except Wednesday, for ages 13+, amidst the 440-acre, 4-season resort. No experience required; top speed is 12 mph. Open to the public and resort guests. Reservations recommended; call 1-888-segway9 or 1-888-337-6966, and visit www.fernwoodhotel.com.
This Week in the Poconos 37 PAINTBALL The Adventure Center at Skytop Lodge, Route 390 and Dutch Hill Road, Skytop. Come play paintball on five new fields. Play a combination of games in and out of the woods including speedball. Equipment is available. Outside paint not permitted; all paintballs must be purchased at the Adventure Center. Minimum age 10 with waiver signed by guardian. Improve your skills at the paintball shooting gallery, with no age restriction. Call (570) 5958988 and see www.skytop.com. Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route 209 in Bushkill. Guests can play Destination Paintball at a discount. Call 1-888-FERNWOOD and visit www.fernwoodhotel.com. Kittatinny Paintball, north of the Poconos in Barryville, New York. Paintball course open to the public with equipment rentals available. Try the Paddle and Battle special: go canoeing, kayaking or rafting with your friends one day, and play paintball the next! Camping on premises. Call 1-800-
FLOAT-KC or (570) 296-5890; see www.kittatinny.com. Pocono Whitewater & Skirmish, Route 903 near Jim Thorpe. Skirmish paintball open daily, all year, with 50+ award-winning fields! Ages 10+ only. Also bringing you fullday and ½-day adventures through the scenic Lehigh River Gorge; family-style calm water float trips, wild whitewater rafting, kayaking, mountain biking, camping, and more! Call 1-800-WHITEWATER or (570) 325-9226 for reservations, and see www.poconowhitewater.com. SKI AREAS Big Boulder Ski Area, Lake Harmony Road in Lake Harmony; use I-80 exit 284, then follow Route 115 to Route 903 to Lake Harmony Road. Fourteen trails serviced by 7 lifts and 100% snowmaking, with night skiing, ski rentals, ski school, snowboard park, and snow tubing. Call (570) 722-0100. Visit www.jfbb.com. Camelback Ski Area, 3 & ½ miles from I-80 exit 299 in Tannersville. With 33 trails and 13 lifts, including
high-speed detachable quads and a magic carpet. 100% snowmaking, 100% night skiing, 4 lodges, 2 rental shops, ski school, 2 terrain parks and halfpipe. Dining and slopeside accommodations are available. Use the special offer in the display ad for a snow tubing discount! Call (570) 629-1661 or go to www.skicamelback.com. Jack Frost Mountain Ski Area, just off Route 940 west of Blakeslee Corners and east of the I-476 interchange. With 21 trails and 7 lifts with 100% snowmaking, rentals, halfpipe and terrain park, ski shop, ski school, racing clinics and complete facilities. Call (570) 443-8425 and see www.jfbb.com. Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, Shawnee-on-Delaware. Follow signs on Route 209 via I-80 exit 309. Day or night skiing on 23 slopes and trails serviced by 9 lifts and 100% snowmaking. Rentals are available. Riders welcome in the halfpipe area and snowboard park. Super Park & Pipe, too! Ski schools (Continued on Page 38)
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and clinics available for all abilities. See the special offer in the display ad! Phone (570) 421-7231 or visit www.shawneemt.com. Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain on the scenic Upper Delaware River, 4 miles off Route 590 in Lackawaxen. Eighteen trails all covered by extensive snowmaking, with 650’ of vertical drop for long runs. Skiers and snowboarders have fun in the Terrain Park. Open for night skiing most nights. Rentals and lessons are available. To find out more about this semi-private family facility, including days and hours of operation, call (570) 685-1400 or see www.ski-bigbear.com. SLEDDING The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314 in Pocono Manor via Route 611 or Route 940. Call the resort at (570) 839-7111 for operating hours, and check out www.poconomanor.com.
Big Boulder Ski Area, Lake Harmony Road in Lake Harmony; use I-80 exit 284, then follow Route 115 to Route 903 to Lake Harmony Road. Fourteen trails serviced by 7 lifts and 100% snowmaking, with night skiing, ski rentals, ski school, snowboard park, and snow tubing. Call (570) 722-0100. Visit www.jfbb.com. Camelback Ski Area, I-80 exit 299 in Tannersville. Expanded snowtubing park features 10 runs and 4 tows, along with a powerful snowmaking system for a great ride. Single tubes and family tubes, and night tubing. Use the special offer in the display ad for a discount! Call (570) 629-1661 or go to www.skicamelback.com. Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route 209 in Bushkill, weather permitting. Fernwood’s Winter Fun Center has 7 tubing chutes and offers single & family tubes, plus a Children’s Tubing Center! Kids must be at least 42” tall. Snowtubing is open Thursday through Monday, with 2-hour day sessions on weekends & holidays
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and 4-hour night sessions Thursday through Monday; closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Use the coupon in the display ad! Call 1-888-FERNWOOD; www.fernwoodhotel.com. Jack Frost Mountain Ski Area, just off Route 940 west of Blakeslee Corners and east of the I-476 interchange. With 21 trails and 7 lifts with 100% snowmaking, rentals, halfpipe and terrain park, ski shop, ski school, racing clinics, tubing, and complete facilities. Call (570) 4438425 and see www.jfbb.com. Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, Shawnee-on-Delaware. Follow signs on Route 209 via I-80 exit 309. Six tubing chutes serviced by two lifts are all lighted for day or night tubing. Phone (570) 421-7231 or visit www.shawneemt.com. Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain on the scenic Upper Delaware River, 4 miles off Route 590 in Lackawaxen. Fun tubing runs for all ages are open on Saturdays & Sundays. A complete winter experience in a semi-private setting. For more information, including days and hours of operation, call (570) 685-1400 or see www.ski-bigbear.com. SNOWSHOEING The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314 in Pocono Manor via Route 611 or Route 940. Call the resort at (570) 839-7111 for operating hours, and check out www.poconomanor.com. Skytop Lodge, off Route 390 in Skytop. Snowshoeing through the beautiful wooded grounds is offered to guests of the resort. Snowshoe rentals are available. Phone (570) 595-7401 or 1-800345-7759 and see www.skytop.com. SPORTING CLAYS The Rod & Gun Club at Pocono Manor, Route 314, via Route 611 or Route 940, Pocono Manor. The Manor Sports Club offers a multistation clay course spanning over 120 acres. There are high-flying teal, rolling rabbits, and fast crossing and incoming birds throughout the scenic woodland course. Enjoy a walk or ride along the stream between stations and take in the scenery. Trained staff will assist you in shooting your 1st round, and help novices elevate their shooting
This Week in the Poconos 39 skills. Instruction and gun rentals are available, as are ammo and gear. Appointments are required; call (570) 839-3908 or email poconosports@poconomanor.com; see www.poconomanor.com. The Orvis Shop at Skytop Lodge, Route 390, Skytop. Regulation, twelve-station sporting clay range open to the public. Suitable for beginners with challenges for the more experienced shooter. Instruction is offered and guns are available to rent. Appointments are required. Phone (570) 595-8929 or (570) 595-7401 to schedule; visit www.skytop.com. SPORTS EQUIPMENT Adventure Sports, Route 209, Marshalls Creek (2 miles north of I80 off exit 309). The camp store here carries a complete line of outdoor equipment. Tents, lanterns, fire starters, water jugs, portable stoves, hats, clothing, sunglasses, snorkeling equipment, disposable cameras, and much more. Call (570) 223-0505 or 1-800-487-2628. See the display ad for a money-saving coupon, and visit www.adventuresport.com. Kittatinny Canoes, at their Milford location. This canoe and raft center also offers new and used canoes, kayaks, and watersports accessories. Dealers of Old Town Canoe, Dagger, and Perception! Located off the Route 209 Matamoras exit, 3 miles north of Milford. Call 1-800FLOAT-KC or (570) 296-5890, and see www.kittatinny.com. Pocono Ski Rentals, Sullivan Trail in Tannersville. Skis, snowboards, snow blades, and more. Choose from day, multi-day, and seasonal rentals; fast, friendly service, easy pickup and drop-off. Full service shop does quick tune-ups and waxing. Open every day, with 35+ years in business, and selling the latest gear such as hats, goggles, gloves, coats, and selling and renting bibs/pants! Phone (570) 629-4668. Pocono Whitewater & Skirmish, Route 903 near Jim Thorpe. Bringing you full-day and ½-day adventures through the scenic Lehigh River Gorge. Family-style calm water float trips, wild whitewater rafting, kayaking, bike rentals, mountain biking, Skirmish paintball, and
more! Call 1-800-WHITEWATER or (570) 325-9226 for details, and see www.poconowhitewater.com. Starting Gate Action Sports, Rt. 209 in Bushkill, adjacent to Pocono Indian Museum. Wide selection of skis, snowboards, skateboards, skates, footwear, sportswear, swimwear, accessories, and equipment. Rentals available. Call (570) 588-4807, and check out www.startinggateonline.com. Tannery Depot General Store, Route 534 and Tannery Road, Lehigh Tannery. Offering fishing tackle, camping equipment, bike rentals, hiking supplies, hunting accessories,
sandwiches, and groceries. Open Monday through Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm and Sunday 10:00am to 3:00pm. Call (570) 606-4325 and see www.tannerydepot.com. Woehrle’s Bait Shop, Rt. 940 at Park Avenue in Mount Pocono. Healthy live bait for all seasons – fat heads, minnows, night crawlers, leeches, red worms, giant mealworms, wax worms, crickets, and more! Celebrating over 30 years in business, this very complete bait shop is open every day all year. Call 839-7338 for more information; see www.woehrlesbaitshop.com. (Continued on Page 40)
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TRAIN RIDES Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton, I-81 exit 185 (Central Scranton Expressway), left at light to Lackawanna Avenue, follow signs to Steamtown. Scenic cross-country steam-powered rail excursions, working roundhouse and turntable, two museums, Park Theatre, Visitors Center and more all make for an adventure the whole family will love. Call (570) 340-5200 or (888) 693-9391 for the train excursion schedule or more information; see www.nps.gov/stea.
WATERPARKS Split Rock Resort & Golf Club, Wolf Hollow Road in Lake Harmony. H2Oooohh! indoor waterpark features a family raft ride, body slides, multi-level splash playground, children’s activity pool, wave pool, whirlpools, and the Flowrider simulated wave machine. Lockers and a snack bar are available. Call (570) 722-9901 or see www.splitrockresort.com. For lodging reservations call 1-800-2557625; the general number is (570) 722-9111. ZIP LINES/ROPES COURSES CBK Mountain Adventures, at Camelback Mountain Resort on
Camelback Road in Tannersville. Ropes courses, disc golf, mountain segways, Euro bungy, climbing wall, and fantastic zip lines! Call (570) 629-1661 x1123 for reservations, and check out www.cbkmountainadventures.com. Whitewater Challengers, on the Lehigh River near White Haven. Zip Line Adventure, whitewater rafting, camping, canoeing, kayaking, and mountain biking. For your reservations, call the Adventure Center at 1-800-4438554 or (570) 443-9532; see www.whitewaterchallengers.com.
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Listings are subject to change; contact the dining location for the latest hours and menu information. BEAR CREEK Bear Creek Inne, Route 115, Ph: 472-9045: Serving delicious food and drinks at reasonable prices since 1972, the Bear Creek Inne specializes in fresh seafood and other fine dishes including steak, veal, and chicken. Choose from over 40 menu items. Salad and dessert included with all meals. Casual dining and a country setting make the Bear Creek Inne a perfect dining destination for the whole family, and a Children’s Menu is available! Reserve the Private Party Room for your next special event! All major credit cards are accepted, and reservations are recommended. Open 6 days at 4:00pm, and Sundays at 12:00pm. See www.bearcreekinne.com to find out more. BUSHKILL Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route 209, Ph: 1-888-FERNWOOD or 588-9500: Whatever your appetite or budget, Fernwood’s various eateries won’t leave you
hungry. Mama Bella’s Tuscan Grille features tempting appetizers and entrees. For a casual dining experience, visit the sports pub with 8 TVs. Fernwood also has a Food Court for your dining convenience, including a Pizza Hut, Scoops, and a cafe! After a day of excitement at Fernwood, head to Wintergreen’s Bar and Grill overlooking the lake and golf course to refuel. Enjoy a cocktail and live entertainment, or visit the Winter Fun Center for tubing and more. Check it out at www.fernwoodhotel.com. DELAWARE WATER GAP Water Gap Diner & The Pancake Place, Main Street, Ph: (570) 476-0132: Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and featuring traditional diner fare as well as surprisingly scrumptious specials! Bring the print or online display ad for a percentage off your bill. Easy on/off from exit 310 of I-80; groups are welcome. Hours are 6:00am to 9:00pm on Sunday through Thursday, and 6:00am until 10:00pm on Friday and Saturday. This is a yummy people-pleasing place for all ages and tastes!
EAST STROUDSBURG Vocelli Pizza, 96 South Courtland Street, Ph: 424-1949: Satisfy your cravings for perfect pizza at Vocelli Pizza, delivering classic Italian quality every time! They start with hand-crafted dough mixed with extra-virgin olive oil. Vocelli signature pizza sauce has been handed down from a family recipe; tomatoes are rushed from the field and fresh-packed within 6 hours, never from concentrate. Every pizza is smothered with 100% real Mozzarella cheese, and farm fresh toppings finish the picturesque pies. Featuring catering, plus online services like ordering, coupons, Kids Corner, Gourmet Club, and Shoppe Di Vocelli. Visit Vocelli’s on Route 611 in Tannersville at Smuggler’s Cove, too! Feel the Vocelli passion for pizza at www.vocellipizza.com. HAWLEY Cocoon Coffee House & Catering Co., Route 6 and Bellemonte Ave., Ph: 226-6130: Kick back, relax, and sip coffee crafted from Electric City Roasting’s custom-blended beans, in Hawley’s historic landmark silk mill. Enjoy fresh, scrumptious, and affordable pastries, sandwiches, quiche, and salads. Open every day from 7:00am to 6:00pm, with free Wi-Fi! Professional catering, daily specials, and timely events. Email info@cocooncoffeehouse.com, and savor www.cocooncoffeehouse.com. Costa’s Family Fun Park, just east of Lake Wallenpaupack on Route 6, Ph: (570) 226-8585: Food and fun in Lake Country! Bring the family for Lazer Tag, miniature golf, go carts, bumper boats, arcade games, kiddie play land, batting cages, driving range, water slides, and more. Then, have lunch, dinner, or a tasty treat at Costa’s cafe! For the season, Costa’s Family Fun Park is open through Columbus Day, weather permitting. For more information, log on to www.costasfamilyfunpark.com. The Settlers Inn at Bingham Park, 4 Main Avenue, Ph: 2262993 or 1-800-833-8527: An artfully restored craftsman-style hotel. Savor
This Week in the Poconos 43 the unique cuisine, made with only the freshest locally grown produce, seasonal game and fish, plus artisan breads and desserts baked at the Inn. Dine on the terrace overlooking the garden or in the comfortably elegant dining room. Select from a diverse menu featuring traditional favorites as well as nouveau cuisine. Regularly scheduled special dining events and live entertainment. Serving lunch from 12:00pm to 2:30pm and dinner from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. Fourdiamond AAA rating, Wine Spectator magazine award-winner, and Historic Hotels of America member. Visit www.thesettlersinn.com. LAKE HARMONY Boulder View Tavern, Lake Drive, Ph: 722-9696: Casual dining and family fare; where the mountain comes to life! Dinner served to 9:00pm and late night menu to 11:00pm. Check out the famous BBQ ribs. Special nights include 25-cent wings on Mondays, pizza night and college night with special drink prices on Wednesdays, and $5.00/pound clams or mussels and $1.50 domestic drafts on Sundays.
Live entertainment scheduled. See www.boulderviewtavern.com. The Resort at Split Rock, One Lake Drive, Ph: 722-9111: Casual dining in a distinctive 4-season destination resort. Choose from the tempting offerings at Split Rock’s Bell’Ago Cuisine Italiano restaurant, or from the 24-item menu at the beautiful Galleria Restaurant. For your reservations, call Bell’Ago directly at 722-3391 or use ext. 756 when dialing the resort’s main number; for the Galleria Restaurant, dial ext. 835. Bell’Ago is closed to the public on Tuesdays. Ice cream parlor, firstrun movie theater with concessions, fabulous indoor waterpark, sports bar, cocktail lounge, bowling alley, indoor pools, championship golf. See www.splitrockresort.com to learn more about the numerous amenities and live entertainment! LEHIGH TANNERY Tannery Depot General Store, Route 534 and Tannery Road, Ph: 606-4325: Offering fishing tackle, camping equipment, bike rentals, hiking supplies, hunting accessories, sandwiches and other
fare, and groceries. Open Monday through Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm and Sunday 10:00am to 3:00pm. Call (570) 606-4325 and see www.tannerydepot.com. MOUNT POCONO The Original Bailey’s Rib & Steakhouse, Route 611, two blocks north of Route 940, Ph: 839-9678: Great food and good times are standard fare at Bailey’s. Just minutes from Camelback Mountain Resort and the Crossings Outlets; open 7 days from 11:30am. Included in the luncheon menu are burgers, Buffalo wings, chicken quesadillas, crab cake sandwiches, and steak house salads, as well as light lunch specials. Dinner is served from 4:00pm with hand-cut USDA Prime steaks, juicy prime rib, pasta, shrimp, chicken, and slowcooked brisket and ribs. Salad bar too! Blackboard specials are offered daily, and an Early Dinner Menu is served Monday–Friday from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. Sunday Brunch is served from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Families (Continued on Page 44)
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(Continued from Page 43) are welcome, and a children’s menu is always available. Receive a complimentary cake on your special occasion! Reservations accepted. Each dollar spent at a locallyowned eatery benefits the Pocono economy 3 times more than each dollar spent at a chain eatery! See www.baileyssteakhouse.com. PARADISE VALLEY Crescent Lodge & Country Inn, junction Routes 191 & 940, Ph: 595-7486 or 1-800-392-9400: Magnificent is the word for the Surf ‘n’ Turf, stuffed trout, juicy sirloin with onion rings, or chef’s special pasta. This fine dining and lodging establishment offers delightful appetizers and extraordinary salads and desserts. The Starting Post Cocktail Lounge serves the finest in spirits, with an excellent Pub Menu. Live piano music on weekends is a perfect accompaniment to your
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delicious meal! The restaurant at the Crescent Lodge is open 7 days a week for candlelight dining of distinction. Reservations are appreciated. Private cottages feature whirlpools, fireplaces, and decks; ask about the great lodging packages. Enjoy walking and fitness trails, and check out the nearby spa and casino! Visit www.crescentlodge.com. POCONO MANOR The Inn at Pocono Manor, Routes 314 & 940, Ph: 839-7111: The Exchange at Pocono Manor in The Inn features eclectic American cuisine with a continental flair, plus a global wine list! Enjoy refreshing salads, homemade soups, and fine dishes including filet of beef, chops, poultry, and seafood. Dinner is served from 6:00pm, every evening! Casual dress, with collared shirts for men (no shorts, T-shirts, or sneakers). Reservations are appreciated. Learn more about this historic 4-season destination resort with fantastic on-site activities and amenities at www.poconomanor.com. POCONO PINES Van Gilder’s Jubilee Restaurant & Pub in the Pines, Route 940, Ph: 646-2377: The Jubilee, aka the Breakfast King of the Poconos, serves unique and delicious breakfasts from 7:00am until 3:00pm every day! For lunch, the Jubilee offers yummy burgers, wraps, paninis, sandwiches, soups, and salads. The dinner menu includes appetizers, pasta, steak, and seafood. Enjoy your favorite cocktail and munchies in the adjoining Pub in the Pines, a popular nightspot. With 15 beers on tap, multiple TVs, pool tables, darts, and a deck, the Pub
is the place to watch your favorite game or check out some great live entertainment. Specials include Pasta Mondays, Steamer Tuesdays, and Wing Nights on Thursdays and Sundays featuring 11 flavors! Roll over to “the Jube,” since 1968, at www.breakfastking.com. SHAWNEE-ON-DELAWARE The Bistro, located on River Road, by the Golf Shop of the historic Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort, Ph: 1-800-SHAWNEE x1480: Dine with a backdrop of beautiful views of the historic Shawnee Inn and championship golf course. Open for lunch and dinner. The menu offers a variety of sandwiches, wraps, paninis, and salads. For beverages, they feature fresh squeezed lemonade, beer, wine, and an array of vacationfun drinks. For more information, visit www.shawneeinn.com. The Gem and Keystone, located on River Road, near the historic Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort. Ph: (570) 424-0990: Home of ShawneeCraft Brewing Company artisanal heirloom whole-food beers, handcrafted and brewed on the premises. The contemporary and varied menu features local produce, all natural steak, lamb, pork, and chicken, Pennsylvania farmstead cheeses, and Smithsonian Sustainable Seafood. Appetizers, salads, pub favorites and seasonal entrees, drink specials, souvenir merchandise, and gift certificates. Open for lunch and dinner daily. Live entertainment every weekend, and some weekdays. Available for private parties and group events. Visit www.GemAndKeystone.com! River Room, located on River Road, at the historic Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort. Ph: (570) 424-4000 x1432: The River Room is a great fine dining choice, with scenic views surrounding the entire resort. Breakfast features made-to-order eggs and omelets, homemade granola, smoothie of the day, and fresh fruits and berries. The lunch and dinner menus feature local flavors and traditions like wild boar and rack of lamb, with a variety of fish and pasta options. The River Room is guaranteed to be a nutritious, delicious dining experience. Offering Happy Hour daily from 4:00pm to
This Week in the Poconos 45 6:00pm, with complimentary hors d’ouevres on Friday and Saturday. Check out the piano bar on Thursday from 7:00pm to 11:00pm, and Friday and Saturday from 8:00pm to 11:00pm! Learn more at www.shawneeinn.com. SKYTOP Skytop Lodge, Route 390, Ph: 1-800-345-7759 or 595-7401, ext. 465: Historic Skytop Lodge boasts 2 extraordinary dining venues! Lakeview Restaurant features American Modern cuisine served amidst panoramic views of the mountains, the golf course, and Skytop Lake. Wine connoisseurs will appreciate the international wine list. The Windsor Dining Room, located in the Lodge, features American fare with a view of the gardens and a “wine of the evening.” Both offer children’s menus and light entrees. An array of homemade desserts, estate coffees, and cordials completes this superb experience. Skytop is a Wine Spectator Magazine award-winner. Both restaurants require men to wear a coat; a tie is optional. Appropriate attire for ladies is suggested, and reservations are requested. See www.skytop.com.
SOUTH STERLING The French Manor Inn and Spa, off Route 191, 8 miles south of I-84 Exit 20, Ph: 676-3244 or 1-877-720-6095: Gourmet French cuisine, a superb wine list, and a spectacular mountain view from a castle-like manor modeled after an estate in the south of France. The French Manor has been featured in the Philadelphia Inquirer as “dinner fit for a king.” Serving dinner nightly; outdoor dining is available in season. Jackets are required, and reservations are suggested. Casual dining is also available in Hanna’s Café at the French Manor. Four-diamond AAA
rating. Le Spa Forêt offers a delicious menu of quality spa services. Visit www.thefrenchmanor.com. TANNERSVILLE Barley Creek Brewing Company, Sullivan Trail & Camelback Rd., Ph: 629-9399: “The Creek” is the Pocono Mountains’ Original Brewpub and Restaurant. Everything at the Creek is handcrafted, from the post and beam timber-frame building, the awardwinning food, to the handcrafted ales and lagers. Originally an 1880’s farmhouse, Barley Creek boasts a big, rustic atmosphere, a deck for (Continued on Page 46)
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(Continued from Page 45) brews with a view, a pavilion, and wiffle ball stadium available for catering, private parties, and pick-up games. Barley Creek brews worldclass ales and lagers onsite in its own English brewhouse. Free brewery tours and beer tasting every day at 12:30pm, and by appointment. Soups and salads, pub fare, steaks, fresh seafood, and daily specials. There’s a children’s menu, a treasure box, and a game room. Happy Hour runs from 3:30pm to 5:30pm Monday through Friday. Find it in the fork between Sullivan Trail and Camelback Road, a mile past Crossings Factory Outlets and 2 miles shy of Camelback Mountain Resort (exit 299 off I-80). Surf the Creek at www.barleycreek.com.
Smuggler’s Cove, Route 611, Ph: 629-2277: “Fresh fish for a few clams!” Enjoy casual dining at its best at Smuggler’s Cove, a Tannersville landmark, featuring a huge crab on the roof, from October 29th through November 28th. The menu offers many exciting items to choose from; appetizers, soups, salads, pasta, prime rib, steak, and seafood. Enjoy a fresh garden salad bar, and let the little ones order from a worthy children’s menu. Special luncheon, early dinner, and lounge menus are available. Open every day at 11:30am in a casual and comfortable atmosphere, just minutes from the Crossings Outlets and Camelback Mountain Resort. Reservations are accepted and large parties are welcomed. Each dollar spent at a locally-owned eatery benefits the Pocono economy 3 times more than each dollar spent
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at a chain eatery! Bring the coupon in the display ad for a special offer! Visit www.smugglerscove.net. Vocelli Pizza, Route 611 at Smuggler’s Cove, Ph: 620-9055: Satisfy your cravings for perfect pizza at Vocelli Pizza, delivering classic Italian quality every time! They start with hand-crafted dough mixed with extra-virgin olive oil. Vocelli signature pizza sauce has been handed down from a family recipe; tomatoes are rushed from the field and fresh-packed within 6 hours, never from concentrate. Every pizza is smothered with 100% real Mozzarella cheese, and farm fresh toppings finish the picturesque pies. Featuring catering, plus online services like ordering, coupons, Kids Corner, Gourmet Club, and Shoppe Di Vocelli. Visit Vocelli’s at 96 South Courtland Street in East Stroudsburg, too! Feel the Vocelli passion for pizza at www.vocellipizza.com. WILKES-BARRE Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, Highway 315, Ph: 1-888WIN-INPA: Transport yourself to a world where the action sizzles 24/7 and the warm, friendly service makes you feel truly at home. Live harness racing is now in season; post time is 6:30pm. Cash in on the fun at 2,500 hot slots, virtual electronic table games, and play your favorite real-live table games like blackjack, poker, craps, and roulette! After you’ve worked up an appetite, savor the good life at one of the distinctive dining options for every taste and budget, from Ruth’s Chris Steak House to Rustic Kitchen to Bar Louie. A stroll through the shopping promenade will reveal truly interesting finds such as Brookstone, Marshall Rousso, and Crossing Vineyards Wine & Cheese Shop. When it comes to nightlife, Sunburst Bar and Breakers offer live entertainment every Friday and Saturday evening. Simulcast harness racing too! Gaming. Dining. Shopping. Nightlife. This out-of-the-ordinary escape is as close as your car keys. See www.mohegansunpocono.com.
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Are you a ski mom? Want to be a ski mom? Sign up for the Ski Moms package program at Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain in Lackawaxen! On Sunday January 9th, this package program includes a special discount lift ticket for your family, plus a lesson for Mom so she can ski too.
Women’s Ski Program
Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain is a semiprivate family facility, found 4 miles off Route 590 in Lackawaxen. The ski area offers 18 trails with 100% snowmaking, a Terrain Park, and night skiing. Closed Tuesdays. For current snow conditions and hours of operation, call (570) 685-1400, or click on www.ski-bigbear.com!
A new Women’s Ski Program begins on Wednesday, January 12th at Shawnee Mountain Ski Area. This fun recreational skiing program for adult women of all skill levels will be held on 5 consecutive Wednesdays, through February 9th. Lockers and ski rentals are available. The program includes lesson and lunch each week; beginners are welcome! Shawnee Mountain is located just off I-80 exit 309 in Shawnee-on-Delaware. New for 2010/2011 at Shawnee Mountain is the Tomahawk Express, Pennsylvania’s newest high-speed detachable quad lift! Call (570) 4217231 for more information or to sign up for the Women’s Ski Program, and snowplow to www.shawneemt.com
Snowshoe Hikes at Skytop On Fridays, January 14th, 21st, 28th, and Sunday, February 6th, join staff from the Monroe County Environmental Education Center (MCEEC) for a Snowshoe Hike at Skytop! Winter is an excellent time to learn about the fauna of the Poconos, and simply enjoy the beautiful ecosystems that surround us. Environmental Educator Karen N. Boyle, and Skytop Resort Activities Director Kimberly Matthew will lead this fun snowshoe hike. Each 2-hour excursion will begin at 1:00pm; meet at Skytop Lodge at 12:45pm. The cost is $8.00/general, or $5.00/MCEEC members and children under 12. Snowshoe rental, if needed, is $10.00/adult or $6.00/child. Be sure to dress warmly, in layers! Registration is required by the Thursday prior to the hike, and by February 4th for the February 6th hike. Call the MCEEC at (570) 6293061 or email monroecd@ptd.net for more information and to register, and see www.mcconservation.org. Learn about Skytop Resort at www.skytop.com!
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BUSHKILL Fernwood Hotel & Resort: Route 209. Newly renovated luxury hotel room and villa rentals nestled in beautiful mountains, just minutes from great local attractions. Themed restaurants include a sports pub, a Pizza Hut, Scoops, a food court, a café, and the Tuscan Grille. Live
entertainment, indoor/outdoor pools and fitness area with massage therapist await you. Take a scenic horseback ride on Fernwood’s lush grounds or play a match on the outdoor tennis courts. Also enjoy the 18-hole, par 71 golf course, Game Zone arcade, daily activities, special events, and exciting live entertainment line-up. Check out Fernwood’s Winter Fun Center, with snow tubing and more! The Villas at Fernwood sleep up to 6, and some come with Jacuzzi tubs. Call for great getaway vacations and weekend packages. Call 1-888-FERNWOOD A
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HAWLEY The Settlers Inn at Bingham Park: Welcoming visitors to the Lake Wallenpaupack region since 1927. Step inside this artfully restored craftsman-style hotel, and experience country charm and grace! Featuring 20 guest rooms and suites; some with whirlpool tubs and fireplaces. Savor a delicious meal, created in the flavors of the season, and a Wine Spectator award-winning wine selection. The chef personally chooses the freshest locally grown produce, seasonal game, meats, and fish. Dine on the terrace overlooking the gardens, or relax in the dining room. For large meetings and group events, The Undercroft Room offers a naturally comfortable setting. Special dinners and live entertainment occasionally. AAA 4-diamond rating; member Historic Hotels of America. The Potting Shed offers beautiful gifts and specialty décor for the home and garden. Located across from Bingham Park, Route 6, in Hawley. Call 226-2993, 1-800-833-8527, and see www.thesettlersinn.com. JIM THORPE The Inn at Jim Thorpe: Nestled in historic, picturesque Jim Thorpe, the Inn at Jim Thorpe is a landmark treasure, featuring old world charm with modern amenities. Located in the heart of the National Register Historic District, the Inn offers comfortable guest rooms and romantic suites, many with whirlpools and fireplaces, plus relaxing in-house spa services. Best of all, the town’s quaint shops, antique stores, galleries, opera house, pubs, restaurants, music venues, and hiking/biking trails are right at the Inn’s doorstep. Take advantage of great packages such as Show & Stay, Shop ‘til You Drop Getaways, Spa Weekends, Romance packages, Girlfriend Getaways, and more. For more information and your reservations, call The Inn at Jim Thorpe at 1-800-329-2599; visit www.innjt.net.
This Week in the Poconos 49 LAKE HARMONY The Resort at Split Rock: A 4-season destination offering the ultimate in activities and accommodations, with over 500 deluxe units in unique environments. You won’t want to miss H2Ooooh! Indoor Waterpark! Enjoy the championship 27-hole golf course, 18-hole miniature golf course, fitness center, outdoor and indoor pools, tennis, basketball, bowling, video game room, racquetball, archery, billiards, ping-pong, and daily activities. Refresh in the old-fashioned ice cream parlor, and catch the latest movie with popcorn at the first-run movie theater. The Galleria Dining Room features a superb continental menu, while Bell’ago overlooks beautiful Lake Harmony and serves fine Italian cuisine. The Galleria Nightclub and Benchwarmers Sports Bar at the Lodge will entertain you. You’ll love the convenience of the Coffee Shop, Hair Gallery, and Gift Shop. The resort offers 23 meeting rooms, 77,000 sq. ft. of exhibit area/function space, onsite banquet facilities, and conference services. Call Split Rock at 1-800-2557625 or (570) 722-9111, and visit www.splitrockresort.com. PARADISE VALLEY Crescent Lodge: This awardwinning retreat is a comfortable and elegant place to stay where you will be surrounded by the beauty of Paradise Valley and nestled in a suite or cottage. All accommodations have private baths, telephone, climate control, and remote control television, and many come with a fireplace, whirlpool, and outdoor deck. The inn also features one of the finest restaurants in the mountains, with an extensive wine selection, colorful menu, daily specials, pub menu, and live piano music on weekends. Enjoy walking and fitness trails, and a nearby spa and casino! The Crescent Lodge is at Route 191 and Route 940 in Paradise Valley. Treat yourself to a quality experience, to dine or to stay! Call 1-800-3929400 or (570) 595-7486, and visit www.crescentlodge.com.
POCONO MANOR The Inn at Pocono Manor: Nestled at 1,800 feet atop the Pocono Mountains since 1902, this charming year-round 3000acre resort is your gateway to fun, nature and relaxation. Their midweek and weekend getaway plans include exceptional dining and accommodations, as well as 36 holes of championship golf, an 8,500 square foot full-service spa, lounge with entertainment, horseback riding, 2.5 miles of fly-fishing streams, sporting clays, indoor/outdoor pools, hiking trails, and more. The Inn at Pocono Manor is located just minutes from The Crossings Premium Outlets and Camelbeach Waterpark/Camelback Mountain Resort/CBK Mountain Adventures. The Inn is off Route 314 in Pocono Manor, via Route 940 or Route 611. Call (570) 8397111 or 1-800-233-8150, and see www.poconomanor.com.
REEDERS Mountain Springs Lake Resort: Come to this quiet and secluded resort in Reeders for a vacation you’ll never forget! The fine pleasures of mountain living will be yours at Mountain Springs Lake, with its pristine 76-acre lake and elegant accommodations. Authentic log and cedar cottages nestled amongst the evergreens around the lake are complete with cozy fireplaces and full kitchens, tastefully located off Mountain Springs Drive via Route 715. Enjoy nature trails, X-C skiing, biking, skating, sledding, tennis, boating, and swimming, all on the premises. And even though the area surrounding the resort is both gorgeous and very private, it is only a short drive to shopping, dining, attractions, and nightlife. To learn more about a stay at Mountain Springs Lake or to make reservations, call (570) 629-0251 or 1-866-629-0251; visit www.mslresort.com. (Continued on Page 50)
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SHAWNEE-ON-DELAWARE Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort: Discover this unique golf, ski, meeting, dining, and vacation destination on River Road. The resort is conveniently located 75 miles from New York City and 100 miles from Philadelphia in a scenic and secluded location in the Pocono Mountains. Set amidst the splendor of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, the resort offers an abundance of outdoor amenities including championship golf, approach course, golf academy, tennis, guided fishing, river trips, hiking, and more. The Inn has 80 hotel-style rooms, 2 cottages, and deluxe suites; all are 1st-class accommodations. Relax and unwind at Spa Shawnee! A smoke-free resort. Call (570) 4244000 or 1-800-SHAWNEE, and see www.shawneeinn.com. SKYTOP Skytop Lodge: A refined resort for all seasons off Route 390.
Enjoy the best of everything on the spectacular 5,500-acre setting. Affordable weekend and vacation plans feature superb dining and accommodations, championship golf, tennis, swimming pools, naturalist-guided tours, and much more. A Bed & Breakfast Plan is available midweek. Skytop Lodge is known as one of the most highly regarded destinations in the Pocono Mountains region. For information or reservations, call (570) 5957401 or 1-800-345-7759, and visit www.skytop.com. SOUTH STERLING French Manor Inn and Spa: One of the most serenely beautiful spots in the Pocono Mountains, the French Manor is a full-scale country inn manor modeled after an estate in the south of France. Gourmet French cuisine served nightly, a superb wine list, outdoor dining with spectacular views, and Hanna’s Café casual dining complement the majestic views of the surrounding mountains. Selected as one of the “Ten Best Inns in America” and awarded a 4 Diamond rating by the AAA. Le Spa Forêt offers the best and most luxurious services available.
Beautifully-decorated rooms are named after romantic European cities, with appropriate motifs. Call now to reserve your accommodations! Phone (570) 676-3244 or 1-877-720-6095, and experience www.thefrenchmanor.com. STROUDSBURG Countryside Cottages: A small country resort, a perfect place to be if you want to spend some quiet time indoors or outdoors while on vacation. Equipped with log-burning fireplaces, cable TV, and all the comforts of home. The rustic, woodsy setting is just a short drive off Route 611 in Bartonsville. This ideal get-away is surrounded with busy Pocono activity, such as year-round adventure at nearby Camelback Mountain Resort, shopping attractions, fine dining, and a casino. Surround yourself with fun Pocono activity with a stay at Countryside Cottages. Turn onto Bartonsville Avenue at the traffic light on Route 611 in Bartonsville. Open all year, complete facilities. Call (570) 629-2131, and visit www.countrysidecottages.com!
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Ski and Spa Package Enjoy the thrill of skiing at Camelback Mountain Resort or Snö Mountain, along with tranquility in Le Spa Forêt at The French Manor Inn, with a Ski and Spa Package! Indulge in everything this package includes; elegant lodging in a guestroom or suite, welcome fruit and cheese plate with sherry, VIP lift tickets for 2 to Camelback or Snö, a French Manor tote bag containing 2 bottles of water, trail mix, a French Manor lip balm, and fresh fruit, plus afternoon tea served daily in Hanna’s Café, turndown service with Godiva chocolates, a 50 minute couples’ massage in a Le Spa Forêt massage suite with fireplace, full country breakfast for 2 each morning, and use of the manor’s amenities. One of the most serenely beautiful spots in the Pocono Mountains, the French Manor is a full-scale country inn manor modeled after an estate in the south of France. Gourmet French cuisine served nightly, a superb wine list, and Hanna’s Café casual dining complement the majestic views of the surrounding mountains. Selected as one of the Ten Best Inns in America and awarded a 4 Diamond rating by the AAA, you’ll find it just off Route 191 in South Sterling. Le Spa Forêt, an innovative green spa retreat, offers the best and most luxurious services available. Call 1-877-720-6095 now to reserve your accommodations, and experience www.thefrenchmanor.com.
Ski & Stay & Tube with Fernwood Hotel & Resort Now is the time to make your winter getaway! Fernwood Hotel and Resort offers special packages that make skiing, boarding, and tubing affordable and fun. Gina Bertucci, Fernwood VP/Marketing, comments, “We have once again made arrangements with both Shawnee and Camelback ski areas to enable us to create ski and stay packages that make it easy and affordable to get out on the slopes. In addition, we are offering snow tubing packages that allow our guests to snow tube at our Winter Fun Center equipped with both single and family tubes.” Bertucci continues, “With themed restaurants, indoor pools, saunas, live entertainment, and both villas and hotel rooms, we offer it all; amenities, convenient location, and specially priced lift and snow tubing tickets. Ski & Stay packages start from just $67.00 per person. It doesn’t get much more affordable than that, when you do the math of what it costs to purchase lift tickets and a hotel room separately. But more importantly, it’s the best way to get out of hibernation and enjoy winter.” The Winter Fun Center package includes a hotel room and 2 tubing tickets for just $160.00/night. Bertucci concludes, “Cold weather should not force people indoors. There is plenty to do that celebrates winter, whatever your athletic preference. We offer fresh air and sunshine at no extra charge.” The 440-acre Fernwood Hotel & Resort is just off I-80 in Bushkill, adjacent to the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area; its Winter Fun Center is equipped with 100% snowmaking. Go to www.FernwoodHotel.com, or call 1-888-FERNWOOD to speak with a vacation counselor today!
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musicians from such groups as Earth, Wind and Fire, Change, and the Marshall Tucker Band. Karen has released three solo CDs of pop music. Within this genre, she creates a seamless mixture of rock, country and neo-soul. Karen’s lyrics reveal her insight into life, while her melodies are beautiful and memorable. The free concert is family friendly and appropriate for all ages. Enjoy Shawnee’s gift to the community! The Shawnee Inn is located on River Road in Shawneeon-Delaware. Call the resort at (570) 424-4000 or toll-free 1-800SHAWNEE for more information. www.shawneeinn.com January 11 – The Tuesday Night Race Series starts tonight at Big Boulder Ski Area in Lake Harmony. Registration is from 6:00 to 7:00pm at the Boulder PARK lodge and the racing starts at 7:00. After-race revelry and the awards ceremony will be held at Boulder View Tavern, just down the street from the ski area. Big Boulder is easy to find in Lake Harmony via Route 903 or Route 940. Call the ski area at (570) 722-0100 with questions or visit www.jfbb.com. January 12 – A new Women’s Ski Program Begins Today at Shawnee Mountain Ski Area in Shawnee-on-Delaware! This fun recreational skiing program for adult women of all skill levels will be held on five consecutive Wednesdays from Jan. 12 through Feb. 9. Program includes lesson and lunch each week. Beginners welcome! Ski rentals optional. Shawnee Mountain is located off I-80 exit 309 in Shawnee-onDelaware; follow signs on Route 209 to Hollow Road. New for 2010/2011 at Shawnee Mountain is the Tomahawk Express, Pennsylvania’s Newest High Speed Detachable Quad Lift! Call the ski area at (570) 421-7231
for more information or to sign up for the Women’s Ski Program. www.shawneemt.com January 12 – Sponsored by Captain Morgan, the Wednesday Night Race League kicks-off for the season at 3:00pm at Camelback Mountain Resort in Tannersville. All skiers and snowboarders are invited to compete. Racing will be held on the Raceway slope. Camelback is located in Tannersville, off I-80 exit 299. Call (570) 629-1661 or visit their website www.skicamelback.com for registration information. January 12 – Notice the wonders of winter on a Winter Discovery Hike for Adults at the Monroe County Conservation District’s Kettle Creek Wildlife Sanctuary near Bartonsville. There are many interesting things to see on the gorgeous 166-acre wildlife sanctuary, especially in winter! Winter is a great time to be outside, provided you are dressed properly. Join environmental educator Karen N. Boyle from 1:00 to 3:00pm to explore the trails of Kettle Creek, searching for clues left by different animals found on the property. Besides animal sign, many other interesting discoveries abound on the sanctuary during this glorious season. The cost to attend is $5 and pre-registration is required by Tuesday, January 11. Dress to be outside the entire time. The Winter Hike will begin at 1:00pm at the Monroe County Environmental Education Center (MCEEC) adjoining the sanctuary near Bartonsville. To find the MCEEC from Interstate 80 (exit 302 from I-80 West or 302B from I-80 East), go north on Route 611, travel ½ mile to the next traffic light in Bartonsville, and turn left onto Rimrock Drive. Follow Rimrock for 0.4 mile, bear right onto N. Easton-Belmont Pike, go 0.2 mile, then bear right onto Running Valley Road. The Center is 0.7 mile on the left. For further information or to register, call the MCEEC at (570) 629-3061 or visit www.mcconservation.org.
January 13 – You’ve heard of soccer moms and hockey moms. Are you a ski mom? If you want to be, sign up for the Ski Moms package at Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain in Lackawaxen! This package provides a discounted lift ticket for the whole family, and includes a lesson for Mom so she can ski with the kids. Moms will meet other ski moms who would be happy to help you learn the basics of the sport. Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain is a semi-private family facility in the Northern Poconos, located just four miles off of Route 590 in Lackawaxen. The ski area offers 18 trails with 100% snowmaking, a Terrain Park, and night skiing most nights. For a current snow conditions report and more information about the Ski Moms package, call (570) 6851400 or log on to their website www.ski-bigbear.com. Closed Tuesdays. January 14 – Join staff from the Monroe County Environmental Education Center (MCEEC) for a Snowshoe Hike at Skytop, on the grounds of the historic Skytop Lodge in Skytop, PA. Winter is an excellent time to learn about the fauna of the Poconos while enjoying the beautiful ecosystems that surround us. Join Environmental Educator Karen N. Boyle and Kimberley Matthew, Activities Director at Skytop, for a fun snowshoe hike on the extensive woodland grounds of the resort. The two-hour trek will begin at 1:00pm; participants are asked to meet at Skytop at 12:45pm. The cost to attend is $8, plus $10 snowshoe rental if required; discounts for kids under 12. Be sure to dress warmly in layers! Pre-registration is required by Thursday, January 13. For further information or to register, call the MCEEC at (570) 629-3061. www.mcconservation.org January 15 – See Pocono Mountain history come to life when you visit the 18th Annual Tobyhanna Ice Harvest on Mill
This Week in the Poconos 53 Pond #1 in Tobyhanna. Before the days of refrigeration, large ice houses on several lakes in the Pocono Mountains provided ice year-round to households in the New York metropolitan area. Today, visitors will gather at Mill Pond No. 1 where volunteers will cut ice from the pond using authentic tools and equipment. The replica ice house on-site will store enough ice to last into the summer. The Ice Harvest will get underway around 9:00am and cutting will continue until the ice house is full, usually by about 2:30pm. The public is invited to come to help or to watch. Additionally, a steampowered train full of passengers from Steamtown in Scranton will arrive at nearby Tobyhanna Station at approximately 11:00am for a three-hour layover; see the next listing in this column for more information. To find the Ice Harvest, take exit 8 off I-380 and proceed to Main Street Tobyhanna. Turn onto Mill Street, go through the one-lane underpass (turns into Lakeside Drive), then ¼ mile and
see the lake and ice house on the right. Signs will be posted. Event is scheduled ice conditions and weather permitting; alternate Ice Harvest date only if conditions are not favorable is February 1 9. Call (570) 894-8205 or call Bill at (570) 894-4761 to confirm that the Ice Harvest will be held on January 15 or for more information. January 15 – As Old Man Winter takes hold of the region, Steamtown National Historic Site in nearby Scranton will offer a Mid-Winter Steam-Train Excursion to the Tobyhanna Ice Harvest. A trainload of hearty travelers will journey from Scranton to the Tobyhanna Station, where excursionists will be transported to Mill Pond #1 to visit the annual Tobyhanna Ice Harvest (see previous listing in this column for Ice Harvest details). Many frozen lakes as well as the headwaters of the Lehigh River are seen on this 27-mile segment of track. The Tobyhanna Ice Harvest Excursion departs Steamtown in Scranton promptly at 10:00am
and will return at around 3:00pm. Expected arrival time at Tobyhanna is approximately 11:00am, where the train will remain for a threehour layover. The Tobyhanna passenger and freight station, built in 1908, will be open and light refreshments will be available. Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton is open every day. To find Steamtown from I-81, use exit 185 (Central Scranton Expressway) and follow the signs to the main entrance on Lackawanna and Cliff avenues. For ticket reservations and further details, call (570) 340-5204, (570) 340-5200, or 888-693-9391. Check out www.nps.gov/stea. January 15 – Dress Like the Captain for FREE skiing today at Camelback Mountain Resort in Tannersville, and a chance to ski with the National “Captain Morgan” Captain! Go to Guest Services dressed like “Captain Morgan” at 9:00am and receive a FREE lift ticket for the day. *Must appear like the Captain on the (Continued on Page 54)
Ice Fishing, Singles Hike, & XC Skiing at PEEC! The Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) will host a Sunday for Singles Hike from 1:00pm to 3:00pm on Sunday, January 9th. Enjoy a casual trek along easy to moderate trails, learning about the flora and fauna along the way. It’s a great way for adults 18+ to meet new people and learn about the natural world. On Sunday, January 16th, an Introduction to Ice Fishing for Kids is offered from 9:00am to 11:00am. Have fun learning the basics of ice fishing; then, try it for real on a pond! All equipment is provided; cost is $10.00/child. The program is designed for supervised kids ages 7 through 15; no fishing license needed. If ice is not sufficient, the group will take a Free Winter Hike. Go on a Cross Country Skiing Trek from 9:00am to 12:00pm on Saturday, January 15th or from 1:00pm to 4:00pm on Sunday, January 16th. Skis and basic instruction will be provided for this easy outing, skiing through snow covered forests and trails, enjoying beautiful scenery. Cost is $20.00/adults, $10.00/kids. If there isn’t enough snow, join a Free Winter Hike. Registration and proper attire are required for all programs. PEEC is off Route 209 in Dingmans Ferry, within the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, enhancing environmental awareness, knowledge, and appreciation through hands-on experience in a natural outdoor classroom. For more information or to register, call (570) 828-2319, and peek at www.peec.org!
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bottle, including pants, jacket, hat, beard and sword; all participants must be 21 years or older. Best look-alike Captains will ride with Captain Matt on January 16. “Get a Little Captain in Ya’.” Camelback is located in Tannersville, off I-80 exit 299. Call (570) 6291661 or visit their website www.skicamelback.com with questions. January 15 - Great art is alive and well in Monroe County’s West End, and once again you can enjoy some of the finest creations of the area’s local artists at the 4th Annual West End Winter Art Festival, being held from 10:00am to 3:30pm at the Western Pocono Community Library on Pilgrim Way in Brodheadsville. The annual show will showcase the work of more than a dozen highly acclaimed artists in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere for your viewing and shopping pleasure. Several new exhibitors will be participating in this year’s event, and the collection of work will include fine arts by professional artists in a variety of styles and mediums, including watercolor, gouache, oil, acrylics, and photography. This year’s list of talented exhibitors includes Mary Jane Arner, Anibal “Andy” Collazo, Arlene “Hez” Conklin, Will Daskal, Gary Embich, Nancy Embich, Marie Gelsomino, Darleen Hyde, Linda Kreckel, Beverly Lambert, Donna Laviola, Beth Rinker, Joan Sayer, Charlene Taylor and Joy Warner. There is no admission fee. For additional show information, contact Will Daskal at (610) 381-6188 or pawatercolorartist@yahoo.com. January 15 – A free Introduction to Winter Ecology Hike is being held from 1:00 to 3:00pm at the Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) in Dingmans Ferry. Learn how different plants and animals survive the cold, and then
go for a hike to experience PEEC in the winter. Be sure to dress for the weather! PEEC, a non-profit center, is located off Route 209 in Dingmans Ferry within the beautiful Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The center enhances environmental awareness, knowledge, and appreciation through hands-on experience in a natural outdoor classroom. PEEC provides these unique environmental experiences to individuals, families and groups of all ages. For more information or to register, call PEEC at (570) 828-2319 or log on to www.peec.org. January 15 – Knock Knock, Who’s There? Some of the Pocono Mountains’ most fascinating winter birds are the resident woodpeckers. Learn about the seven woodpecker species of the Poconos and discover their unique lifestyles with Environmental Educator Jenifer Rituper at the Monroe County Environmental Education Center near Bartonsville. The program will begin indoors at 10:00am, followed by a “Woodpecker Walk” on the trails of the Kettle Creek Wildlife Sanctuary. When something goes “knock, knock” you’ll know who’s there after you attend this program! The cost is $5 adults, $3 kids under 12 and registration is required by January 14. Call the Environmental Education Center at (570) 629-3061 to register. www.mcconservation.org January 15 & 16 – Head over to beautiful Nescopeck State Park for some winter fun during Snowshoe Weekends. When there are six or more inches of snow on the ground, a limited number of snowshoes are available for use in the park free of charge. Park staff will be on hand to give brief instruction. Snowshoes are free to borrow on a first-come, firstserved basis between 9:00am and 3:00pm; participants will need someone with a valid driver’s license to sign out the equipment. No registration is required. Snow conditions will be available by
phone Friday after 5:00pm. Call the Nescopeck State Park office at (570) 403-2006 with questions, or visit the Pennsylvania State Parks website at www.visitpaparks.com. January 15 & 16 – Go on a Cross Country Skiing Trek at the Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) in Dingmans Ferry and check out PEEC’s gorgeous trails in the winter. If you don’t know how to cross-country ski, no problem! If there’s snow, skis and beginner instruction will be provided for an easy outing to enjoy the woods in winter. Spend the afternoon skiing through snow covered forests and trails, enjoying the beautiful scenery found in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Hours are from 9:00am to noon on Saturday and 1:00 to 4:00pm on Sunday. The cost to attend is $20 adults/$10 kids and ski equipment will be provided. If there isn’t enough snow to ski, join PEEC staff on a Free Winter Hike. Registration with shoe size is required for the Cross Country Skiing Trek. PEEC, a non-profit center, is located off Route 209 in Dingmans Ferry within the beautiful Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The center enhances environmental awareness, knowledge, and appreciation through hands-on experience in a natural outdoor classroom. PEEC provides these unique environmental experiences to individuals, families and groups of all ages. For more information or to register for the Cross Country Skiing Trek, call PEEC at (570) 8282319 or log on to www.peec.org. January 16 – An Introduction to Ice Fishing for Kids is being offered from 9:00 to 11:00am at the Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) in Dingmans Ferry. Have fun learning the basics of ice fishing then try your luck out on PEEC’s ponds. All equipment will be provided. Dress in warm layers! The cost is $10 per child and registration is required. Supervised children only, ages 7 - 15. No fishing
This Week in the Poconos 55 licenses are necessary. If ice is not sufficient, join the group for a Free Winter Hike. PEEC, a nonprofit center, is located off Route 209 in Dingmans Ferry within the beautiful Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The center enhances environmental awareness, knowledge, and appreciation through hands-on experience in a natural outdoor classroom. PEEC provides these unique environmental experiences to individuals, families and groups of all ages. For more information or to register, call PEEC at (570) 828-2319 or log on to www.peec.org. January 18 – Ron Richardson will perform favorite hits from the original era of Rock and Roll as part of the free Winter Community Concert Series at the Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort in Shawnee-onDelaware. Ron will perform hits
by The Coasters, The Drifters and others starting at 7:00pm in front of the fireplace in the lobby of The Shawnee Inn. The free concert is family friendly and appropriate for all ages. Enjoy Shawnee’s gift to the community! The Shawnee Inn is located on River Road in Shawneeon-Delaware. Call the resort at (570) 424-4000 or toll-free 1-800SHAWNEE for more information. www.shawneeinn.com January 19 – Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs in Wilkes-Barre debuts Reality Check as part of its new Signature Events. The public is invited to attend this FREE performance and autograph signing with Dancing with the Stars performers Mark Ballas and Chelsie Hightower. The action starts at 7:00pm in Breakers with a dance performance and live acoustic set by Mark Ballas, followed by a signing event at
7:45pm on the Sky Bridge. Mark Ballas, one of the best performers on ABC’s Dancing with the Stars, has won two championships in his seven seasons on the hit reality show. Chelsie Hightower was just recently teamed up with famous singer-songwriter Michael Bolton on season eleven of the show. Reality Check is an exciting and interactive event that brings the best and brightest stars from the reality TV world to Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs. This free event, which is open to guests of all ages, provides fans with the ultimate exposure to their favorite stars with engaging live exhibitions followed by intimate signing events. Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, owned by the Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut, is one of the most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, (Continued on Page 56)
DWGNRA Childs Park Rehabilitation Project The National Park Service (NPS) announces major rehabilitation work at the George W. Childs Recreation Site, known as Childs Park, within the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area (DWGNRA). Located in Dingmans Ferry, it is a popular site; this long-awaited restoration work will require closure of the area to protect the safety of visitors, and to allow the contractors to complete the work efficiently. “Childs Park is a tremendous asset to Delaware Water Gap and to the National Park system. It represents how natural beauty in the form of impressive waterfalls and hemlock ravines can be enhanced and enjoyed by visitors through well-placed hiking trails and picnicking facilities,” comments Superintendent John J. Donahue. “We have a real opportunity to provide better facilities and to rejuvenate the original landscape that George W. Childs wanted the people of Pennsylvania to enjoy. I look forward to rededicating the site soon.” Preservation work will improve the woolen mill ruins and Civilian Conservation Corps structures, which detail George William Childs’ vision of creating trails for the public, in 1892. During the closure, the NPS will make repairs to trails, bridges, parking, and historic/cultural structures. Measures to maintain and preserve the forest and streamside vegetation will be implemented. Dead trees will be removed, with most of the timber to be used for erosion control and to provide nursery logs for new hemlocks. The NPS cares for special places saved by the American people, so that all may experience our heritage. The public is asked to respect all site closures during the project. Volunteers are welcomed, to assist in tree planting, invasive plant removal, trail maintenance, litter clean-up, and educational programs. Call the DWGNRA at (570) 4262452 for information, and check out www.nps.gov/dewa. Experience Your America!
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gaming, shopping and dining destinations in Pennsylvania. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs is currently home to 55,000 square feet of gaming space including 82 live table games, 2,500 slot machines and electronic table games, as well as a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing eight months out of the year. Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs is located at 1280 Highway 315 in Wilkes-Barre and their phone number is 1-888WIN-IN-PA. Log on to their website www.mohegansunpocono.com. January 19 – Race number two in the Captain Morgan Wednesday Night Race League starts at 3:00pm at Camelback Mountain Resort in Tannersville. All skiers and snowboarders are invited to compete. Racing is held on the Raceway slope. Camelback is located in Tannersville, off I-80 exit 299. Call (570) 6291661 or visit their website www.skicamelback.com for registration information. January 19 – Notice the wonders of winter on a Winter Discovery Hike for Adults at the Monroe County Conservation District’s Kettle Creek Wildlife Sanctuary near Bartonsville. There are many interesting things to see on the gorgeous 166-acre wildlife sanctuary, especially in winter! Winter is a great time to be outside, provided you are dressed properly. Join environmental educator Karen N. Boyle from 1:00 to 3:00pm to explore the trails of Kettle Creek, searching for clues left by different animals found on the property. Besides animal sign, many other interesting discoveries abound on the sanctuary during this glorious season. The cost to attend is $5 and pre-registration is required by Tuesday, January
18. Dress to be outside the entire time. The Winter Hike will begin at 1:00pm at the Monroe County Environmental Education Center (MCEEC) adjoining the sanctuary near Bartonsville. To find the MCEEC from Interstate 80 (exit 302 from I-80 West or 302B from I-80 East), go north on Route 611, travel ½ mile to the next traffic light in Bartonsville, and turn left onto Rimrock Drive. Follow Rimrock for 0.4 mile, bear right onto N. Easton-Belmont Pike, go 0.2 mile, then bear right onto Running Valley Road. The Center is 0.7 mile on the left. For further information or to register, call the MCEEC at (570) 629-3061 or visit www.mcconservation.org. January 21 – A guided Bald Eagle Field Trip has been organized by the Monroe County Environmental Education Center (MCEEC) near Bartonsville. The MCEEC will offer four field trips to the Poconos’ Upper Delaware River in search of resident and wintering bald eagles. This scenic region provides a beautiful backdrop and excellent opportunities for observing these majestic raptors. Environmental Educator Darryl Speicher will lead the first trip and Environmental Educator Brian Hardiman will lead the following three. Participants will meet at the MCEEC near Bartonsville at 8:30am and return at approximately 5:30pm. The $20 cost to attend includes van transportation. Preregistration & pre-payment are required and limited. Pack lunch, bring binoculars and dress for the weather. Stops will be made for coffee and snacks. Call (570) 629-3061 to register or visit www.mcconservation.org. January 21 – Join staff from the Monroe County Environmental Education Center (MCEEC) for a Snowshoe Hike at Skytop, on the grounds of the historic Skytop Lodge in Skytop, PA. Winter is an excellent time to learn about the fauna of the Poconos while enjoying the beautiful ecosystems that surround us. Join
Environmental Educator Karen N. Boyle and Kimberley Matthew, Activities Director at Skytop, for a fun snowshoe hike on the extensive woodland grounds of the resort. The two-hour trek will begin at 1:00pm; participants are asked to meet at Skytop at 12:45pm. The cost to attend is $8, plus $10 snowshoe rental if required; discounts for kids under 12. Be sure to dress warmly in layers! Pre-registration is required by Thursday, January 20. For further information or to register, call the MCEEC at (570) 629-3061. www.mcconservation.org January 21 - The Retired Law Enforcement Officers Breakfast Club will meet at 10:00am at Dale’s Coffee Bar Restaurant, 91 Route 611 in Bartonsville. The group is open to all Law Enforcement retirees in the Pocono Mountains area and is welcoming new members. For more information, contact Angela Tullo with your questions at (570) 213-2882 or atullo@troopersfund.org. January 22 – The Eagle Institute will join the Northeast PA Audubon Society to host a Guided Bald Eagle Excursion from 10:00am until 2:00pm, departing from Lackawaxen. Join this annual bus tour to search for eagles, learn about eagle habitat needs and help collect data. Meet in the morning at The Eagle Institute Winter Field Office in Lackawaxen to board the heated bus for the excursion to popular eagle viewing sites. Dress warmly in layers, wear waterproof boots and bring a bag lunch, binoculars and camera! Snow date is Sunday, January 23. Tickets are $10 per person prepaid and registration is required by calling Joan at (570) 228-1704 or emailing jthirion@aol.com. The Eagle Institute Winter Field Office at 176 Scenic Drive in Lackawaxen (at the end of the Roebling Bridge) is open every Friday through Sunday from January through midMarch. Call the office or drop by to learn where eagles are being sighted, or visit their web page at
This Week in the Poconos 57 www.eagleinstitute.org and see the Eagle Forum message board. For maps, directions and more information, contact The Eagle Institute at (570) 685-5960 or (845) 557-6162, or email them at eagleinstitute@yahoo.com. The number at the NEPA Audubon Society office in Honesdale is (570) 253-9250 and their websites are www.nepaaudubonsociety.org and www.audubon.org. January 22 – Join members of the Pocono Outdoor Club for a Snowshoe or Hike at Big Pocono near Tannersville. This trek will be anywhere from one to three miles on an old railroad grade, depending on snow conditions and the group. Learn a little local history about
the WB&E Railroad from the early 20th Century. Meet at 10:00am at Riday’s Gate. Bring a camera and cocoa. Appropriate footwear required for wet/icy spots. Join the group for lunch at Reeders Pizza after the hike. Contact hike leader John Motz at (570) 236-1462 by Thursday, January 20 to register for this hike. The Pocono Outdoor Club is a friendly hiking group open to all individuals interested in exploring the trails of the Pocono Mountains. To learn more about the club and its outings in the wilds of the Poconos, contact today’s hike leader or check out www.poconooutdoorclub.org. January 22 – Spend a morning learning how to bring
color to our winter surroundings and test some basic techniques in watercolor painting during the Watercolors in Winter program being offered at PPL’s Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center on Route 6 near Hawley. Join local artist and educator David Hamill from 9:00am to noon and learn the basics of watercolor painting. Each participant will take home a finished piece. Basic supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own if you wish. Prior experience is not necessary. The Watercolors in Winter program is free, however registration is required. Contact PPL at (570) 253(Continued on Page 58)
Free Winter Community Concert Series Karen Meeks and the Soul will perform on Tuesday, January 11th, as part of the Winter Community Concert Series in the fireplace lobby of Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort. Scheduled on Tuesdays at 7:00pm, the concerts are a gift to the community from the non-profit Shawnee Institute. Karen Meeks is a singer/songwriter who has recorded with musicians from Earth, Wind and Fire, Change, and the Marshall Tucker Band, in addition to releasing 3 solo CDs. Her talented ensemble creates a rich mixture of rock, country, and neosoul; the lyrics reveal truths and insights, woven through memorable melodies. Ron Richardson will perform favorites Karen Meeks from the original era of Rock and Roll on Tuesday, January 18th. Hear hits by The Coasters, The Drifters, and more! Both free performances are appropriate for all ages; donations to the performers are accepted. The Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort is on River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware; call (570) 424-4000 or 1-800-SHAWNEE, and visit Ron Richardson www.shawneeinn.com.
Snowshoe & XC Ski for Free! Head to Nescopeck State Park for Winter Trails Day on Saturday, January 8th. The 16th annual nationwide event offers all ages the chance to try snowshoeing and cross-country (XC) skiing. Discover the great fitness and social benefits of these easy-to-learn winter sports! Snowshoe Weekends are planned at Nescopeck on Saturdays and Sundays, January 8th, 9th, 15th, and 16th. Park staff will provide basic instruction. For these free programs, equipment may be borrowed from the park, as available and snow cover permitting, from 9:00am to 3:00pm with a valid driver’s license; no registration is required. Check snow conditions on Friday after 5:00pm by calling the park office near White Haven at (570) 403-2006; see all the award-winning Pennsylvania State Parks at www.visitpaparks.com.
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7076 or email to pplpreserves@ pplweb.com to sign up for this program. Additional program details can be found at the website www.pplpreserves.com. January 22 - All Greene & Dreher Township residents are invited to join your friends, family and neighbors for a festive buffetstyle dinner. A free Dinner 4 All will be served from 4:00 to 7:00pm at the Greene Dreher Volunteer Fire Assoc. Fire Hall on Crestmont Drive in Newfoundland. Dinner includes spaghetti & meatballs with salad, rolls & butter, beverages, and a selection of desserts. Snow date is Jan. 23. Call 676-9157 to find out more! January 22 & 23 – Head over to beautiful Nescopeck State Park for some winter fun during Snowshoe Weekends. When there are six or more inches of snow on the ground, a limited number of snowshoes are available for use in the park free of charge. Park staff will be on hand to give brief instruction. Snowshoes are free to borrow on a first-come, firstserved basis between 9:00am and 3:00pm; participants will need someone with a valid driver’s license to sign out the equipment. No registration is required. Snow conditions will be available by phone Friday after 5:00pm. Call the Nescopeck State Park office at (570) 403-2006 with questions, or visit the Pennsylvania State Parks website at www.visitpaparks.com. January 22 & 23 – A Women’s Seminar is planned this weekend at Jack Frost Mountain Ski Area in Blakeslee. Ladies this weekend is for you, whether your goal is to conquer the mountain, overcome your fears or just have fun! Join friendly Jack Frost staffers on the snow for this terrific women’s clinic for skiers and boarders. Register at the JF Snowsport Learning Center or call Jack Frost at (570) 443-8425,
ext. 2503. Jack Frost Mountain Ski Area is located off of Route 940 west of Blakeslee Corners. Check them out online at www.jfbb.com. January 22 & 23 – Go on a Cross Country Skiing Trek at the Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) in Dingmans Ferry and check out PEEC’s gorgeous trails in the winter. If you don’t know how to cross-country ski, no problem! If there’s snow, skis and beginner instruction will be provided for an easy outing to enjoy the woods in winter. Spend the afternoon skiing through snow covered forests and trails, enjoying the beautiful scenery found in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Hours are from 9:00am to noon on Saturday and 1:00 to 4:00pm on Sunday. The cost to attend is $20 adults/$10 kids and ski equipment will be provided. If there isn’t enough snow to ski, join PEEC staff on a Free Winter Hike. Registration with shoe size is required for the Cross Country Skiing Trek. PEEC, a non-profit center, is located off Route 209 in Dingmans Ferry within the beautiful Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The center enhances environmental awareness, knowledge, and appreciation through hands-on experience in a natural outdoor classroom. PEEC provides these unique environmental experiences to individuals, families and groups of all ages. For more information or to register for the Cross Country Skiing Trek, call PEEC at (570) 8282319 or log on to www.peec.org. January 23 – An Introduction to Ice Fishing for Kids is being offered from 9:00 to 11:00am at the Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) in Dingmans Ferry. Have fun learning the basics of ice fishing then try your luck out on PEEC’s ponds. All equipment will be provided. Dress in warm layers! The cost is $10 per child and registration is required. Supervised children only, ages 7 - 15. No fishing
licenses are necessary. If ice is not sufficient, join the group for a Free Winter Hike. PEEC, a nonprofit center, is located off Route 209 in Dingmans Ferry within the beautiful Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The center enhances environmental awareness, knowledge, and appreciation through hands-on experience in a natural outdoor classroom. PEEC provides these unique environmental experiences to individuals, families and groups of all ages. For more information or to register, call PEEC at (570) 828-2319 or log on to www.peec.org. January 24 - The public is invited to attend the Pike County Conservation District Board of Directors Meeting, to be held at 9:00am at the Conservation District Education Building on Route 402 in Blooming Grove. No fee or registration is required. You may call the Pike County Conservation District office in Hawley at 226-8220 or send an email to pikecd@pikepa.org. Visit the website www.pikeconservation.org to find out more. January 25 – Race number two in the Tuesday Night Race Series will be held tonight at Big Boulder Ski Area in Lake Harmony. Registration is from 6:00 to 7:00pm at the Boulder PARK lodge and the racing starts at 7:00. After-race revelry and the awards ceremony will be held at Boulder View Tavern, just down the street from the ski area. Big Boulder is easy to find in Lake Harmony via Route 903 or Route 940. Call the ski area at (570) 722-0100 with questions or visit www.jfbb.com. January 25 – Inner Mission will perform this evening as part of the free Winter Community Concert Series at the Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort in Shawnee-onDelaware. Inner Mission’s songs feature three-part harmonies, catchy melodies, and powerful (Continued on Page 62)
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REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE Century 21 Select Group, Route 940 in Pocono Pines, and Route 940 in Pocono Lake at the Locust Lake Village entrance. Real estate sales and vacation rentals in Lake Naomi, Locust Lake, Timber Trails, and Pinecrest Lake. Call Pocono Pines at 1-800-588-1808 or (570) 646-3600, or Pocono Lake at 1-800588-2808 or (570) 646-8844; email i n f o @ C 2 1 Po c o n o P i n e s . c o m . See everything at www.c21PoconoPines.com!
Liberty Homes Custom Builders, Route 940 at Pocono Lake. Building great vacation and yearround homes throughout the Pocono Mountains since 1979, Liberty Homes also offers terrific house/land packages. Whether you’re starting a family or are ready to retire, Liberty Homes can provide you with the home of your dreams. Call Liberty Homes at 866-4-YOUR-HOME or visit www.libertyhomespa.com.
Lake Naomi Real Estate, Inc., at routes 940 and 423 in Pocono Pines. Lake Naomi sales and vacation rentals are a specialty, with a large sales staff specializing in Lake Naomi and Timber Trails. Get a free Kids Fun Pack with offseason and winter rentals! Call 1-800-537-1479 or (570) 646-2222, and see www.lakenaomi.com.
Pocono Resorts Realty, 3 Lake Harmony office locations: Route 940, Big Boulder Drive, and Jack Frost Entrance; as well as Route 903 in Albrightsville! Primary and vacation home sales, rentals, investment and commercial properties, lots, and acreage. 700+ rental homes! Friendly,
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VACATION HOME COMMUNITIES Century 21 Select Group, Route 940 in Pocono Pines, and Route 940 in Pocono Lake at the Locust Lake Village entrance. Real estate sales and vacation rentals in Lake Naomi, Locust Lake, Timber Trails, and Pinecrest Lake. Call Pocono
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and winter rentals! Call 1-800-5371479 or (570) 646-2222, and see www.lakenaomi.com. Pocono Resorts Realty, 3 Lake Harmony locations; Route 940, Big Boulder Drive, Jack Frost Entrance, and Route 903 in Albrightsville! Primary and vacation home sales, rentals, investment and commercial properties, lots, and acreage. 700+ rental homes! Serving many communities. Call 1-800-444-3721 and visit www.prr1.com. VACATION HOME/ COTTAGE RENTALS Century 21 Select Group, Route 940 in Pocono Pines, and Route 940 in Pocono Lake at the Locust Lake Village entrance. Real estate sales and vacation rentals in Lake Naomi, Locust Lake, Timber Trails, and Pinecrest Lake. Call Pocono Pines at 1-800-588-1808 or (570) 646-3600, or Pocono Lake at 1-800588-2808 or (570) 646-8844; email i n f o @ C 2 1 Po c o n o P i n e s . c o m . See everything at www.c21PoconoPines.com! Fernwood Resort, Route 209, Bushkill. Spacious villas, onpremises restaurants, fitness facility, winter sports, swimming, horseback riding. Call 1-888-FERNWOOD and see www.fernwoodhotel.com. Lake Naomi Real Estate, Inc., at routes 940 & 423 in Pocono Pines. Lake Naomi sales & vacation rentals are a specialty, with a large sales staff specializing in Lake Naomi and Timber Trails. Get a free Kids Fun Pack with off-season and winter rentals! Call 1-800-5371479 or (570) 646-2222, and see www.lakenaomi.com. Pocono Resorts Realty, 3 Lake Harmony locations; Route 940, Big Boulder Drive, Jack Frost Entrance, and Route 903 in Albrightsville! Primary and vacation home sales, rentals, investment and commercial properties, lots, and acreage. 700+ rental homes! Call 1-800-444-3721 and visit www.prr1.com. BUILDERS, SERVICES NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION Gumble Brothers, Inc., with 2 locations! In Paupack, call (570) 226-4531; in Newfoundland,
This Week in the Poconos 61 call (570) 676-3304. Visit www.gumblebrothers.com. Liberty Homes Custom Builders, Route 940 at Pocono Lake. Building great vacation and year-round homes throughout the Pocono Mountains since 1979, Liberty Homes also offers terrific house/ land packages. Whether you’re starting a family or are ready to retire, Liberty Homes can provide you with the home of your dreams. Call 866-4-YOUR-HOME or visit www.libertyhomespa.com. Pocono Tile Works, expert custom tile design and installation. Marble also a specialty. See examples of their beautiful work at www.poconotileworks.com, or call (570) 460-6439 for your free quote! Fully insured, references available. The Service Team, routes 512 and 33 (487 E. Moorestown Road) in Wind Gap. Installation experts for roofing, siding, kitchens and baths, decks, insulation, flooring, etc. Open daily. Phone (610) 3778400. COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE Pocono Resorts Realty, 3 Lake
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Pocono Tile Works Harmony locations; Route 940, Big Boulder Drive, Jack Frost Entrance, and Route 903 in Albrightsville! Investment and commercial properties, lots, acreage, primary and vacation home sales; 700+ rental homes! Experienced, knowledgeable staff. Call 1-800444-3721 and see www.prr1.com. HOME FURNISHINGS Antiques and Furnishings, see Museums, Galleries, & Antiquity and Shopping Around. Teeter’s Furniture, 327 Main Avenue, Hawley. Featuring fine furniture, bedding, carpet, and more for a beautiful home. Call (570) 226-3112; see www.teetersfurniture.com.
HOME EQUIPMENT RENTALS Gumble Brothers Ace Rental Center, Route 191, Newfoundland. Renting lawn and garden equipment, household and contractor tools. A Bobcat with various attachments is also available. Call (570) 676-3304. See www.gumblebrothers.com. CONSTRUCTION SERVICES Pocono Tile Works, expert custom tile design and installation. Marble also a specialty. See genuine examples of their beautiful work at www.poconotileworks.com, or call (570) 460-6439 for a free quote! Fully insured, excellent references. The Service Team, routes 512 and 33 (487 E. Moorestown Road) in Wind Gap. Installation experts for roofing, siding, kitchens and baths, decks, insulation, flooring. Open daily. Ph: (610) 377-8400.
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lyrics that make you think. Their message is Christian and their style is folk rock. The concert will begin at 7:00pm in front of the fireplace in the lobby of The Shawnee Inn. The free concert is family friendly and appropriate for all ages. Enjoy Shawnee’s gift to the community! The Shawnee Inn is located on River Road in Shawneeon-Delaware. Call the resort at (570) 424-4000 or toll-free 1-800SHAWNEE for more information. www.shawneeinn.com January 26 – Race number three in the Captain Morgan Wednesday Night Race League starts at 3:00pm at Camelback Mountain Resort in Tannersville. All skiers and snowboarders are invited to compete. Racing is held on the Raceway slope. Camelback is located in Tannersville, off I-80 exit 299. Call (570) 629-1661 or visit their website www.skicamelback.com for registration information. January 26 – Notice the wonders of winter on a Winter Discovery Hike for Adults at the Monroe County Conservation District’s Kettle Creek Wildlife Sanctuary near Bartonsville. There are many interesting things to see on the gorgeous 166-acre wildlife sanctuary, especially in winter! Winter is a great time to be outside, provided you are dressed properly. Join environmental educator Karen N. Boyle from 1:00 to 3:00pm to explore the trails of Kettle Creek, searching for clues left by different animals found on the property. Besides animal sign, many other interesting discoveries abound on the sanctuary during this glorious season. The cost to attend is $5 and pre-registration is required by Tuesday, January 25. Dress to be outside the entire time. The Winter Hike will begin at 1:00pm at the Monroe County Environmental Education
Center (MCEEC) adjoining the sanctuary near Bartonsville. To find the MCEEC from Interstate 80 (exit 302 from I-80 West or 302B from I-80 East), go north on Route 611, travel ½ mile to the next traffic light in Bartonsville, and turn left onto Rimrock Drive. Follow Rimrock for 0.4 mile, bear right onto N. Easton-Belmont Pike, go 0.2 mile, then bear right onto Running Valley Road. The Center is 0.7 mile on the left. For further information or to register, call the MCEEC at (570) 629-3061 or visit www.mcconservation.org. January 27 – Calling all teachers! Tonight is Educator Night at Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain in Lackawaxen! All educators and their families are being offered lift tickets for just $15 and rentals for only $15 from 4:00pm to 9:00pm. Just show your School Employee ID to receive this special Educator Night discount. Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain is a semi-private family facility in the Northern Poconos, located just four miles off of Route 590 in Lackawaxen. The ski area offers 18 trails with 100% snowmaking, a Terrain Park, and night skiing most nights. For a current snow conditions report and more information about Educator Night, call (570) 685-1400 or log on to their website www.ski-bigbear.com. Closed Tuesdays. January 27 – The Wayne County Genealogy Group Meets from 4:30 to 5:30pm at the Wayne County Public Library, 1406 Main Street in Honesdale. The group does not focus solely on Wayne County research or researching specific individuals, but rather shares information on techniques for researching family history. Beginners and experienced researchers are welcome to attend these informative sessions. For more information, call (570) 2533240 or (570) 253-5468 or send an email to wchspa@ptd.net. See the Historical Society’s website at www.waynehistorypa.org.
January 28 – A guided Bald Eagle Field Trip has been organized by the Monroe County Environmental Education Center (MCEEC) near Bartonsville. The MCEEC is offering a series of field trips to the Poconos’ Upper Delaware River in search of resident and wintering bald eagles. This scenic region provides a beautiful backdrop and excellent opportunities for observing these majestic raptors. Environmental Educator Brian Hardiman will lead the trip and discuss the dramatic recovery of the bald eagle and other aspects if its life history. Participants will meet at the MCEEC near Bartonsville at 8:30am and return at approximately 5:30pm. The $20 cost to attend includes van transportation. Preregistration & pre-payment are required and limited. Pack lunch, bring binoculars and dress for the weather. Stops will be made for coffee and snacks. Call (570) 629-3061 to register or visit www.mcconservation.org. January 28 – Join staff from the Monroe County Environmental Education Center (MCEEC) for a Snowshoe Hike at Skytop, on the grounds of the historic Skytop Lodge in Skytop, PA. Winter is an excellent time to learn about the fauna of the Poconos while enjoying the beautiful ecosystems that surround us. Join Environmental Educator Karen N. Boyle and Kimberley Matthew, Activities Director at Skytop, for a fun snowshoe hike on the extensive woodland grounds of the resort. The two-hour trek will begin at 1:00pm; participants are asked to meet at Skytop at 12:45pm. The cost to attend is $8, plus $10 snowshoe rental if required; discounts for kids under 12. Be sure to dress warmly in layers! Pre-registration is required by Thursday, January 27. For further information or to register, call the MCEEC at (570) 629-3061. www.mcconservation.org
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