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Camelback’s Unique Ritual................. 5 Heads up!.............................................. 7 Ski On.................................................. 10 Glimpse into Water Gap.................... 11 Remarkable Spring Spectacle............ 15 Costume Carnival: Dress Up—Ski for Free........................ 21 S&S Speedway: Revved Up for Race Season............... 24 All Terrain Adventures........................ 27 TWEET IT IS! Peak HOW Points Savings............................ 30
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R i d a t e t ! a h W O ne of many things Camelback Mountain Resort does not skimp on is creativity! With their annual Pond Skimming competition all set for 1 p.m. Saturday, March 21, this Tannersville hotspot continues its long standing tradition of sending off each winter season with a bang! Successfully crossing a 95 ft long, 25 ft wide, and 4 ft deep man-made pond is the objective as daring skiers and snowboards each attempt to gain enough momentum soaring downhill with hopes of avoiding a chilling dip. A load of laughs and tons of memories are the definite result as
skimmers show off their skills and flex their own creative muscles dressing in the wildest getups they can conceive. Seeking insight to the zaniest escapades of this long standing crowd pleaser inevitably leads to Barley Creek Brewing Company’s Trip Ruvane. This self described “Teller of Tales” holds high ranks on our “Best Teller” list. He tells of truths that include tackling the task with two lit tiki torches, as well as, jumping out of his ski boots at pond’s edge then swimming across the chilly channel. A three-piece suit, wedding dress, and a laundry list of more delirious digs are also revealed. When asked of Barley Creek’s past participation also in Camelback’s Cardboard Box Derby the day after Pond Skimming he obliges with a clever comment regarding longtime competitor Pocono Raceway. He replies, “Whenever the Raceway and Barley Creek compete against each other the vehicles really should be brought back to the garage for inspection,” admitting it’s all in good fun.
For more information on Camelback’s Pond Skimming & Cardboard Box Derby Race, visit www.skicamelback.com While he regrets other outof-state obligations will take him from this year’s competition; talk of persuading Barley staffers are his plan for March 22’s derby. Much to the disappointment of rooters for Ruvane, he adds skipping out on this year’s skimming for the same reason. Vowing there’s 12 months to consider his next jaw-dropping getup, he then challenges others to stir-up their own unique costume this year.
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Information subject to change. Thursday, March 19: Hiking Series #1 at Hickory Run, Drums, (570) 403-2006. Meet 9 a.m. at the Nescopeck State Park office for this free kickoff to this season’s hiking series. There’s no registration required so dress for the weather, with sturdy shoes, and head on out. Watch the weather as it may affect holding the hike. Thursday, March 19 thru Sunday, March 22: Free Pandora Bracelet Offer at American Candle, Bartonsville, (570) 629-3388, www. american-candle.com. There’s four days to reap this reward that comes from purchasing between $100$3,000 of PANDORA jewelry. See store for details. Limit one per customer. While supplies last. Friday, March 20: Mystery Birding Field Trip, Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center, Running Valley Road, Stroudsburg, (570) 629-3061, www. mcconservation.org. Join Brian Hardiman for this popular birding adventure whee the destinations and target species are not revealed until the day of the trip! Meet at the EE Center 8:30 a.m. with a return planned for 5:30 p.m. Cost is $24 for non-members and $18 for EE Center members and includes bus transportation. Pre-registration with payment required. Friday, March 20 thru Sunday, March 22: Military Appreciation Weekend at Shawnee Mountain, Shawnee on Delaware, (570) 421-7231, www.shawneemt.com. As a special “thank you” to all active military and their immediate family, Shawnee is providing free lift tickets and ski or snowboard
rentals for any of the three days. Retired military and reservists along with their immediate families with receive a 50% discount. Two hour snow tubing is also an option at $17 per session. Valid military picture ID and dependent cards are required. Saturday, March 21: A Chickadee’s Life, Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center, Running Valley Road, Stroudsburg, (570) 629-3061, www.mcconservation.org. Join LeHigh University’s Dr. Amber Rice as she shares her knowledge on this popular backyard bird species starting at 10 a.m. Cost is $5 for adults, kids under 12 $3 and free for EE members for this one hour program. Saturday, March 21: Pond Skimming, Camelback Mountain Resort, Camelback Road, Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, www.skicamelback.com. Watch as daring athletes race down the Sunbowl slope and glide over a shallow pond! Turn back to page 5 for our Whatta’ Ride look at this memorable event! Saturday, March, 21: Volunteer in the Greenhouse, Dingmans Ferry, (570) 828-2319, www.peec.org. Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites all to join in some gardening work in PEEC’s greenhouse. Free. Pre-registration required. Saturday and Sunday, March 21 & 22: Parking Lot Party, Camelback Mountain Resort, Camelback Road, Tannersville, (570) 6291661, www.skicamelback.com. Park, party and watch the action during Pond Skimming on Saturday and the Cardboard Box Derby on Sunday. Featuring great food, entertainment and more fun for all,
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this celebrate spring event is not to be missed! See website for details. Sunday, March 22: Black & White Photography Tour, Dingmans Ferry, (570) 828-2319, www. peec.org. Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) hosts this tour of historic buildings in the Park from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pack a lunch and dress warm. Cost is $25. Preregistration required. Sunday, March 22: Cardboard Box Derby, Camelback Mountain Resort, Camelback Road, Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, www.skicamelback.com. This entertaining annual event features creatively constructed cardboard sleds, friendly competition and lots of laughs starting at 1 p.m. Checkout thisweek.net for our If You Build It...feature for a bit of insight on this festive fun-site. Sunday, March 22: The 31st Annual Costume Carnival Day at Shawnee, Shawnee Mountain, (570) 421-7231, www.shawneemt. com. Come one come all— dress for the occasion in your finest unique costume and receive a free same day lift ticket! Or just come along to witness the costume parade starting at 1 p.m. Sunday, March 22: The 38th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Main Street, Stroudsburg, www. poconoirishparade.org. 1:30 p.m. The Pocono Irish-American Club presents this St. Patrick’s Day spectacle. The procession covers a distance of approximately two miles, beginning in the borough of Stroudsburg and ending in East Stroudsburg. When you go: Look for Parade Day specials at downtown destinations. Tuesday, March 24: Woodcock Sky Dance Walk, Lackawanna College Environmental Education
Center, Covington Township, (570) 842-1506, www.lackawanna.edu/ EnvironmentalEducation. Join LCEEC and the Pocono Aviation Research Center for an evening stroll as they look and listen for the peenting song of the American Woodcock from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Bring a blanket and relax watching the sky dance then head indoors for an informative presentation. Pre-registration required. Cost is $5 per person. Saturday, March 28: 28th Annual Business/Sports/Wellness Expo, Stroudsburg High School Gymnasium, Stroudsburg, (570) 421-4433. Presented by the Greater Pocono Chamber of Commerce this annual event offers the opportunity to checkout all the amazing professionals in the area from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $2 for adults and $1 for children 12 & under. Saturday, March 28: Fly Fishing Program, Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center, Running Valley Road, Stroudsburg, (570) 629-3061, www.mcconservation.org. Join members of the Brodhead Chapter of Trout Unlimited for this 3-hour introductory program from 9 a.m. to noon. From equipment and casting to fly-tying and more with a film, slide program and raffles as well. Cost is $5 for EE members, as well as, kids under 12 and $8 for non-members with pre-registration required by March 27. Saturday, March 28: Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center’s Signs of Spring at Quiet Valley, Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, Quiet Valley Road, Stroudsburg, (570) 6293061, www.mcconservation. org. Celebrate spring with a walk through the farm from 2 to 4 p.m. Seek out early spring flowers, wildlife happenings and more!
Contact KCEEC to pre-register. Cost is $3 for EE or QV members and $5 for non-members. Children under 12 are free.
edibles with a look at what nature provides as food in the form of many plants. No collecting will be done in the park. Cost is $5.
Sunday, March 29: Tumbling Waters Hike, Dingmans Ferry, (570) 828-2319, www.peec.org. Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) presents this free interpretive hike on their Tumbling Waters Trail boasting a beautiful waterfall and scenic overlook of the Delaware River Valley. Hike is from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Wednesday, April 1: Woodcock Watch, Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center, Running Valley Road, Stroudsburg, (570) 629-3061, www.mcconservation.org. Join Brian Hardiman for this 1 1/2 hour program learning the life history and amazing courtship display of this entertaining bird. Brief classroom presentation begins 6:30 p.m. at the EE Center then heads out to Tannersville bog to observe. Cost is $5 for non-members, $3 for kids under 12 and free to EE Center members.
Sunday, March 29: Wild Edibles Walk, Dingmans Ferry, (570) 8282319, www.peec.org. Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) presents this hike from 10 a.m. to noon focused on wild
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ater Gap Trolley takes a fresh approach to touring introducing its new virtual experience this spring! An invite goes out for one and all to “sit back and relax” in the comfort of an authentically styled trolley as live guides narrate masterfully arranged visuals delving into the region’s rich history. Footage is filled with interviews sharing a wealth of knowledge on Delaware Water Gap and Shawnee on the Delaware sites that WGT’s Deborah Ketterer calls “very entertaining.” Deb notes “A tremendous amount of history,” captured in one hour with popular points of interest that include Resort Point Overlook, Cold Air Cave, Castle Inn and more. Discussing thoughts behind
orchestrating the innovative adventure, she says, “There was so much more we were able to put into it,” adding, “Instead of just pointing we’re able to give an in depth look at these places.” With group and family friendly pricing, she
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Information subject to change. A Taste of Antiques 4 U, Liberty Plaza, Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570) 3555955, antiquesVA.wix.com/ Antiques. See history and memories from years gone by! Local and out-of-state deliveries. American Candle, Route 611, Bartonsville, (570) 629-3388, american-candle.com. “More than just great candles”— candy, women’s accessories, jewelry, collectibles, home décor, gifts and more! Backroads Antiques, 3424 Rt. 715, Henryville, (570) 8729990, backroadsantiquespa. com. “From the rare to the collectable, from primitive
furniture to vintage glassware and everything in-between, uncover and discover what you think is extinct!” Bendixens Giftware, Route 940 in Pocono Summit, (570)839-8795, bendixens.com, eBay store: poconocountrygifts. “Celebrating over 36 years offering a Bit of Country right here in the Poconos with an ever evolving line of unique American made gift ideas.” Bliss Beauty + Body Co., 6162 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, (570) 839-0620, blissbeautyandbody.com. A full-service salon and spa. Onsite spa boutique. Blue Ridge Estate Vineyard and Winery, 239 Blue Ridge Road, Saylorsburg, (610) 895-4205, blueridgewineryandvineyards.
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com. Set amidst the beautiful Saylorsburg countryside offering events, an exquisite wine tasting room, unique gift items and winery tours. Cooks Tour, Route 390, Mountainhome, (570) 5950370, cookstournepa.com. Wide selection of popular cookware and unique kitchen gadgets. Country Junction, 6565 Interchange Road (Route 209), Lehighton, (610) 3775050, countryjunction.com. “World’s Largest General Store.” Home and garden accents, giftware, wines, antiques, pet supplies, seasonal goods and novelties. Country Kettle, Business Route 209, Marshalls Creek, (570) 421-8970, countrykettle.com. A sweet Pocono shopping destination housing 250 barrels of candy plus fine collectibles, home décor, jewelry and more! Dutch’s Shur Save, 1564 Route 507, Greentown, (570) 676-3373. A complete supermarket with convenience, variety and great service. Holley Ross Pottery, Route 191, La Anna, (570) 6763248, holleyross.com. Pottery showroom, gift shop and studio producing original works including Weeping Gold Pottery. Large selections of Fiestaware, Polish Pottery and Romertopf Healthy Bakeware at great prices. House of Candles, Route 715, Henryville, (570) 629-1953,
houseofcandles.com. See candles made at the Oldest Candle Shop of the Poconos! Selections include votives, jar candles, pillars and carved candles. Closed Sundays. Stop in and dip your own wax hand! Hutton Metalcrafts, Route 940, Pocono Pines, (570) 972-6331, copperlamps. com. Unique hand-crafted metal works, copper lanterns and sculptures, fine pewter Christmas ornaments. Oil paintings on glass.
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Pocono Bazaar Flea Market, Route 209, Marshalls Creek, (570) 223-8640, poconobazaar.com. Hundreds of vendors offering thousands of products. Open Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
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This Week’s Fun Fact comes from the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s William Williams.
Did you know...while one welcomed sign of spring, besides calm winds and above freezing air temperatures, continues to be the sound of our fine feathered friends’ blissful chirping chatter; the courtship activity of the woodcock takes things just a bit further. Male timberdoodles establish singing grounds in wet woodland and field clearings where they “peent” to attract females. Flying upwards of 300 feet on twittering wings before spiraling back to earth in a zigzag pattern sounding a liquid, warbling song he sets his sights on “wooing” the females. Sounds strangely similar to some of the playful slope antics we all demonstrated at times in the winter of 2015, right?!
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Hand-crafted ales and lagers. Free brewery tours and beer tastings every day.
Barley Creek Brewing Company, Sullivan Trail & Camelback Rd., Tannersville, (570) 629-9399, barleycreek.com. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Poconosâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; original brewpub and restaurant.â&#x20AC;?
The Big A Grillehouse & Tavern, Fox Run Lane, East Stroudsburg, (570) 223-1700, bigagrillehouse. com. Serving authentic Italian and American cuisine. Open daily
for lunch and dinner; brunch on Sundays. The Cookâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Corner Family Restaurant, Route 715, Henryville, (570) 620-1880. A casual family restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Menu features homemade soups and daily specials. BYOB. Catering available. Crescent Lodge & Country Inn, Routes 191 & 940, Paradise Valley, (570) 595-7486, (800) 3929400, crescentlodge.com. Fine dining plus cocktail lounge with pub menu. Live piano music on weekends.
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Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Restaurant, Route 507, Hawley, (570) 2264388, ehrhardts.com. Familyowned and operated. Celebrating 70 years of hospitality on Lake Wallenpaupack. Lakeside restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner. Live music on Friday nights. The French Manor Inn and Spa, Huntingdon Drive, South Sterling, (570) 676-3244, (877) 720-6095, thefrenchmanor.com. Gourmet French cuisine, superb wine list and spectacular mountain views. Four-diamond AAA rating.
Mountainhome Diner, 910 Route 390, Mountainhome, (570) 595-2523. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in a welcoming atmosphere.
dinner menus and daily specials. Great spirits and entertainment in the adjoining Pub in the Pines.
Robert Christian’s Restaurant, Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570) 646-0433, robertchristianspa. com. “Charming country dining at affordable prices.” Enjoy great steaks, seafood, pasta and more! Van Gilder’s Jubilee Restaurant & Pub in the Pines, Route 940, Pocono Pines, (570) 646-2377, breakfastking.com. The “Breakfast King,” Jubilee serves delicious breakfast every day. Lunch and
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Barley Creek Brewing Company Sullivan Trail & Camelback Road, Tannersville, (570) 629-9399, www. barleycreek.com.
gold medal, a $25 gift certificate and bragging rights. Live Music Fridays Nights! March 20: Silver Meteor soars in 8 p.m. to midnight
March 27: Harkland is set for 9 p.m. to midnight
Checkout Barley’s latest renovations now with even more seating!
March 27: Comedy Night with Soul Joel, Josh Spear and Kevin Brennan. Tickets are $15-call to reserve & pay at the door
Great food, beer and live music!
Memorytown USA
Don’t miss Firkin’ Fridays small-batch, British-style, cask-conditioned ales Fridays at 4 p.m.
432 Grange Road, Mt. Pocono, (570) 839-1680, www.memorytownusa. com.
Live Music Saturday Nights! No cover charge...
Live music is set for the Lakeside Bar & Grill featuring the area’s top local talent.
March 21: Kyler Baker appears from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. March 28: From 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Joe O’Malley takes the stage
Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs
Blue Ridge Estate Vineyard & Winery
Highway 315, Wilkes-Barre, (570) 831-2100, www. mohegansunpocono.com.
239 Blue Ridge Road, Saylorsburg, (610) 895-4205, www. blueridgewineryandvineyards.com.
Live music, exciting nightlife, great gaming promotions and amazing live entertainment:
Daily wine tours at 2 p.m.
Bar Louie delivers 9:30 p.m. excitement:
March 21: From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. enjoy a special tasting of Blue Ridge’s new Chardonnay release paired with oysters. March 28: Dim the lights and enjoy an evening of Romance in March with live music and slow dancing from 6 to 10 p.m. or just sit and relax with your favorite glass of wine alongside someone special.
March 20 & 21: Joe Mulligan, Warren Holstein and Scott Bruce bring on the laughs March 27 & 28: Heart-stopping hilarity with Kevin Flynn, Mike Burton & Scott Bruce Don’t miss the 50th Anniversary Season Opening Night 5 p.m. at the Racetrack
Robert Christian’s Restaurant Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570) 6460433, www.RobertChristiansPA.com. Charming Pocono eatery offering daily specials and live entertainment.
The Shawnee Playhouse 552 River Rd, Shawnee-onDelaware, (570) 421-5093, www. theshawneeplayhouse.com. Affordable world-class theater presenting classical and new plays, musicals, operas, concerts and Shakespeare. Shawnee Original Playwright Series Readings Audience members are invited to listen as original plays are read on stage then vote for the plays they would like to see on stage at Shawnee March 20: 7 p.m.
March 20: Take in the music of Why Ask Why?
March 28: 7 p.m.
March 21: Ostrich Hat - Truly awesome!
Performances:
March 27: Stir things up with Flaxy Morgan
The Crucible: March 20: 9:30 a.m. & 2 p.m. March 21: 8 p.m.
March 28: Fake Uncle Jake flows with sensational sounds—for real!
March 22: 2 p.m.
Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort
Breakers hosts a heap of talent starting at 9:30 p.m.:
March 28: 8 p.m.
Route 507, Hawley, (570) 226-4388, www.ehrhardts.com.
March 20 : That 90’s Band headlines
Van Gilder’s Jubilee Restaurant and Pub in the Pines
Warm up for a weekend of entertainment with PubOLympics Thursdays at 8pm. A combination of trivia and physical challenges as you go for the gold with your team. Winners receive a
March 21: Shorty Long & The Jersey Horns fueling the sounds March 27: Kartune takes the stage
March 27: 9:30 a.m. & 2 p.m. March 29: 2 p.m.
March 28: Check out UUU
Route 940, Pocono Pines, (570) 6462377, www.breakfastking.com.
Wisecrackers Comedy Club shows at 9 p.m.:
Daily specials. Live entertainment on select dates.
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Costume Carnival Day
Returns to Shawnee! O
ur journey of “sights” to send out the 2015 ski season with a bang, takes us to Shawnee Mountain as they host their 30th Annual Costume Carnival Day Sunday March 22! This popular tradition invites one and all to stroll on up to the ticket window in full costume and receive a free same day lift ticket. While you don’t have to wear it skiing, you may want to “stay in character” as there’ll be judging and a costume parade at 1 p.m. with some pretty amazing prizes in store.
Costume categories range from Best Family and Best Junior to Funniest and Most Original. Bear in mind face paint only, masks, jewelry, swords and sports jerseys do not qualify for the free lift ticket so dress to the nines and ensure your free snow time!
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Year-round trail rides. “Stay and Ride” packages available.
Information subject to change.
HORSEBACK RIDING Paradise Riding Stables, Route 611, Mount Pocono, (570) 839-8340, PoconoHorses.com. Enjoy the beautiful outdoors on horseback! Guided trail rides are offered during every season, seven days a week.
cbkmountainadventures.com. Pennsylvania’s only Mountain Coaster. Open weekends and
KART RACING S&S Speedways Indoor Go-Karts, 2727 Hamilton East, Stroudsburg, (7062 Route 209), (570) 4205500; SSSpeedways. com. Simulating dirt, S&S offers side-by-side racing that is fun and challenging for the novice and the racing enthusiast alike! Video games, pool table, and snack bar with full view of racing.
Fernwood Resort, Route 209,
MOUNTAIN COASTERS
Bushkill, (888) 337-6966,
CBK Mountain Adventures, Camelback Mountain Resort,
fernwoodresortpoconos.com.
Tannersville, (570) 629-1661,
holidays through the winter season. (Continued on Page 24)
WOEHRLE‛S BAIT SHOP Route 940 & Park Avenue MT. POCONO
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MEMORYTOWN ATV Winter is a GREAT Time to Tour & Explore the Woods on a MEMORYTOWN ATV !
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PAINTBALL Fernwood Resort, Route 209, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966, fernwoodresortpoconos.com. Resort guests receive discounts for Destination Earth Pocono Paintball. Wooded park and obstacle courses open year round. All equipment provided. Kittatinny Paintball, 3854 State Route 97 Barryville New York, (800) 356-2852, kittatinny.com. Experience package savings with $10 off a river trip or zipline adventure
when you sign-up for paintball! Half price camping special offers an additional discount option to select with your paintball adventure. SKI AREAS Big Boulder Ski Area, South Lake Drive, Lake Harmony, (570) 443-8425, jfbb.com. 15 slopes, eight lifts and five terrain parks plus snowtubing. Camelback Mountain Resort, Camelback Road, Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, skicamelback. com. 166 skiable acres with 34 trails all lighted for night skiing. 16 lifts and the biggest snowtubing park in the USA!
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acing enthusiasts—ready for an adrenaline rush? Race over to S&S Speedways on Business Route 209 in Snydersville, just west of Stroudsburg, and satisfy those pre-season cravings for the sport! Test your skills against other racers, at speeds of up to 26mph on these specially designed gas-powered indoor go-karts. The characteristics are so close to the real thing, professional racecar drivers practice at S&S in the off-season! A 4-point safety harness and specially-designed, side-impact bumpers keep you safe, comfortable, and confident; racers must be 54+” tall. A snack bar and video arcade add to the experience. S&S Speedways is open every day, year-round. Ask about private parties, leagues, and rookie specials.
Jack Frost Mountain Ski Area, Jack Frost Mountain Road, Blakeslee, (570) 443-8425, jfbb.com. 21 slopes, nine lifts and two terrain parks plus snowtubing. Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, Hollow Road, Shawnee-onDelaware, (570) 421- 7231, shawneemt.com. Family and beginner-friendly ski mountain boasting 23 trails, two terrain parks and the Pocono Plunge snowtubing park. Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain, Karl Hope Blvd, Lackawaxen, (570) 685-1400, ski-bigbear.com. 18 trails and snowtubing.
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SPORTS EQUIPMENT Hunter’s Gallery, 237 Mt. Cobb Highway, Lake Ariel, (570) 689-7898, huntersgallery.com. Hunting and fishing equipment, archery supplies, apparel and more! Starting Gate Action Sports, Route 209, Bushkill (adjacent to Pocono Indian Museum), (570) 588-4807, startinggateonline.com. Sports equipment, apparel and
rentals. Minutes from Shawnee Mountain. TRAIN STATIONS Steamtown National Historic Site, 150 South Washington Avenue, Scranton, (570) 3405200, nps.gov/stea. Museums, excursions, exhibits and more! Tobyhanna Train Station & Museum, Route 423 in Tobyhanna, (570) 894-3338. Open Saturdays and Sundays
OPEN YEAR ROUND!
from noon to 4 p.m. Recently restored station now serves as a railroad museum. TUBING Big Boulder Ski Area, South Lake Drive, Lake Harmony, (570) 443-8425, jfbb.com. 15 slopes, eight lifts and five terrain parks plus snowtubing. Blue Lightning All-Season Tubing, Fernwood Resort, (Continued on Page 26)
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Fernwood! This all-season attraction features two 400+â&#x20AC;&#x2122; lanes and a â&#x20AC;&#x153;magic carpetâ&#x20AC;? lift. Camelback Mountain Resort, Camelback Road, Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, skicamelback. com. 166 skiable acres with 34 trails all lighted for night skiing. 16 lifts and the biggest snowtubing park in the USA! Jack Frost Mountain Ski Area, Jack Frost Mountain Road, Blakeslee, (570) 443-8425, jfbb.com. 21 slopes, nine lifts and two terrain parks plus snowtubing. Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, Hollow Road, Shawnee-onDelaware, (570) 421- 7231, shawneemt.com. Family and beginner-friendly ski mountain boasting 23 trails, two terrain parks and the Pocono Plunge snowtubing park. Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain, Karl Hope Blvd, Lackawaxen, (570) 685-1400, ski-bigbear.com. 18 trails and snowtubing. ZIP LINES CBK Mountain Adventures, Camelback Road, Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, cbkmountainadventures. com. 1,000â&#x20AC;&#x2122; zip lines; 4,000â&#x20AC;&#x2122; zip flyers, treetop adventure courses and more! Pocono TreeVentures, Bushkill, (800) 446-0231, poconotreeventures.com. 1,000â&#x20AC;&#x2122; dual racing zip lines and other aerial adventures.
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Pursue truly tempting trail time this April outdoors with a 1st Responder 5x5 Challenge on the 4th, then the 25th kicks off Lost Trails’ Night Ride series where $10 holds the key to some spectacular starry sensations starting at 8 p.m. Did somebody say spring? Spring Fling Trail Jam takes things full swing on the 26th rounding out an awesome April 2015!
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i s t H o r y & t r A Information subject to change. Coolbaugh Township Historical Association Museum, Route 611, Tobyhanna, (570) 894-4207, coolbaughtwp.org. Military pieces, ice harvesting tools and artifacts, and early photos in the Wills Mansion. Eckley Minersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Village, 2 Eckley Main Street, Weatherly, (570) 6362070, eckleyminersvillagemuseum. com. Former anthracite mining community now a living museum. Grey Towers National Historic Site, Milford, (570) 296-9630, greytowers.org. Ancestral home of Gifford Pinchot. Chateauesque mansion and grounds open seasonally and for special programs. Morgan Gallery, 409 Route 940, Blakeslee, (570) 646-5333, morgangalleryonline.com. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The oldest art gallery in the Poconos.â&#x20AC;? Featuring original art by local artists.
Pocono Indian Museum & Gift Shop, Route 209, Bushkill, (570) 588-9338; poconoindianmuseum. com. Artifacts and crafts of Delaware River Native Americans.
Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, Quiet Valley Road Stroudsburg, (570) 992-6161, quietvalley.org. An authentic Pennsylvania German farmstead open seasonally and for special events. Sculpted Ice Works Factory Tour & Ice Harvest Museum, Route 590, Lakeville, (570) 2266246, sculptediceworks.com. The Poconosâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Coolest Attraction! Open year-round. Shawnee Gallery, 114 Worthington Avenue, Shawnee-
on-Delaware, (570) 420-9404, shawneegallery.com. Fine arts studio, museum and store featuring local art and crafts. Steamtown National Historic Site, South Washington Avenue, Scranton, (570) 340-5200, nps. gov/stea. Living history and special exhibits; train excursions. Stroud Mansion & Library, 900 Main Street, Stroudsburg, (570) 421-7703, monroehistorical.org. Stately mansion housing Monroe County artifacts and exhibits. Tobyhanna Train Station & Museum, Route 423, Tobyhanna, (570) 894-3338. Recently restored station now serves as a railroad museum.
Grey Towers National Historic Site
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MORGAN GALLERY Fine Art & Picture Framing
The Oldest Art Gallery in the Poconos Original Art by Local Artists
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Information subject to change. Countryside Cottages, 2863 Bartonsville Avenue, Stroudsburg, (570) 629-2131, countrysidecottages.com. Rustic mountain lodging available year round. Crescent Lodge & Country Inn, 5854 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, (570) 595-7486, crescentlodge.com. Classic country inn in the Poconos. World-class service and intimate ambiance in the Inn restaurant. Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort, Route 507, Hawley, (570) 2264388, ehrhardts.com. Lakeside resort with motel rooms, cottages, apartments and suites. Comfortable accommodation options. Fernwood Resort, 5785 Milford Road, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966, fernwoodresortpoconos.com. Luxury villa accommodations and exciting on-site activities.
French Manor Inn and Spa, 50 Huntingdon Drive, South Sterling, (877) 720-6090, thefrenchmanor. com. A beautiful stone chateau with romantic rooms and suites, an elegant dining room and a fully “green” spa. Skiview 5-Star Luxury Designed Holiday Accommodation, opposite the slopes of Camelback Mountain Resort in Tannersville. Privacy matched by elegance are factors favoring an unforgettable getaway gained by leasing your own exquisite accommodation. Skiview features a Gourmet Kitchen, Built in Steam Shower for 2, Tempur-pedic Beds, Recreation area and more! Book your getaway at Skiview on VRBO.com Property #630462 or visit www.skiview-pocono. com Tel: 1-570-807-4141. Owned and managed by 5-Star Hoteliers. The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314, Pocono Manor, (800) 2338150, poconomanor.com. Links,
drinks and 40 winks await at this picturesque resort not to mention fly fishing, horseback riding and more! The Resort at Mountain Springs Lake, Mountain Springs Drive, Reeders, (570) 629-0251, mslresort. com. “An enchanting Pocono resort” offering year-round mountain accommodations.
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Back Roads T Antiques
ake a short drive along scenic Route 715 and you’ll find this captivating Henryville shop not far from The Crossings Outlets in Tannersville. Enjoy a stroll through Backroads as an array of unique displays filled with primitive furniture, vintage glassware and rare finds ignite nostalgia offering the opportunity to bring a piece of the past home! Backroads Antiques is open Thursday through Monday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Backroads Antiques...”Uncover & Discover What You Think is Extinct” Sights set on savings? Page 12 delivers with 20% off your purchase! (570) 872-9990 or www.backroadsantiquespa.com
House of Candles
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House of Candles...“ The Oldest Candle Shop of the Poconos” Grab a glance at their ad on page 13 then... Clip their page 13 coupon for a free gift AND 10% off your purchase! (570) 629-1953 or www.houseofcandles.com
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Pocono Cheesecake Factory...“Love at first bite” More scrumptious savings in store...just see their ad on page 14 (570) 839-6844 or www.poconocheesecake.com
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