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et’s slow down and soak up some spectacular scenery with a look at some of the area’s waterfalls. No need to chase down these scenic wonderFUL wonders, each possessing the attraction for a little “photo pause” reaction. Find the site that falls into place with your day’s plans whether paired as a picnic and hike, or leisurely stroll, we’ve got the location...now it’s up to YOU to make your Pocono Mountains memorable situation...ENJOY!
Bushkill Falls - Route 209 in Bushkill. “The Niagara of Pennsylvania” Eight cascading waterfalls and miles of nature trails. A picnic area, paddleboats and miniature golf make for a great day of fun. Buttermilk Falls - Route 209 North Exit off I-80, about 3 miles. The waters of Marshalls Creek spill over a broad rock precipice. George W. Childs Recreation Site Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Route 209 North to Dingmans Ferry, then three miles west on blacktop road. Waters of Dingmans Creek form three waterfalls - Factory Falls, Fulmer Falls, and Deer Leap Falls. Pinchot Falls - Off Route 6, on the Pinchot Estate, Grey Towers in Milford. Also known locally as Saw Kill Falls, A 100-
foot narrow gorge cut through Devonian rock. Raymondskill Falls Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area between Milford and Dingmans Ferry, off Route 209. Falls drop about 175 feet. Site is historic with Indian Wars background. Shohola Falls - State Gamelands near Route 6, Shohola. Falls run over shale and siltstone rocks. Tobyhanna Falls - Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area, just south of Blakeslee on Route 115 about ½ mile west of I-80. Enjoy the view of Tobyhanna Creek as it drains several lakes at the top of the Poconos. Winona Falls - Off Route 209, Shoemakersville near Bushkill. On the Saw Creek
While enjoying these waterfalls, remember that although these places are beautiful, visitors must always exercise caution. Water-splashed rocks & paths around streams and rivers can become very slippery, and swimming in these areas is never recommended.
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Nesquehoning - 101 West Adventure Trail Rd. (570) 669-9127 adventurerafting.com Price: $69.95/rafter
MONDAY MAY 31
HONESDALE MEMORIAL DAY PARADE EXPLORER 9:00 AM to 1:45 PM Join The Stourbridge Line for a five hour round-trip excursion with layover from Hawley to Honesdale. Once the train arrives at Honesdale step off to see the Memorial Day Parade and explore the shops and restaurants before boarding the train to return to Hawley. THE STOURBRIDGE LINE HAWLEY STATION Honesdale - 812 Main St. (570) 470-2697 thestourbridgeline.net Price: $20.00 Adults (Ages 13 and over) $10.00 Children (Ages 3-12) Infants (Under 3)
TUESDAY JUNE 1
SHAWNEE COMMUNITY CONCERT SERIES 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Downtown Jimmy Brown Duo takes the stage, featuring sweet harmony vocals, electric and acoustic guitar sounds, electric bass, drums, with lively grooves & inspired jams. SHAWNEE INN & GOLF RESORT Shawnee-on-Delaware - 100 Shawnee Inn Dr. (800) 742-9633 shawneeinn.com
SATURDAY JUNE 5
BRIDGE The GAP: NATIONAL TRAILS DAY 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Take part in a national effort to introduce more people to the great outdoors. One of PEEC’s knowledgeable staff will guide and teach about our forests. We never know what exactly we’ll find out there, so don’t be afraid to ask plenty of questions along the way. POCONO ENV. ED. CTR. Dingmans Ferry - 538 Emery Rd. (570) 828-2319 peec.org
SATURDAY JUNE 5
EDIBLE & MEDICINAL PLANT WALK 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Nature provides food & natural
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remedies for us in the form of many plants. Join PEEC on a hike focused on wild edible & medicinal plants. POCONO ENV. ED. CTR. Dingmans Ferry - 538 Emery Rd. (570) 828-2319 peec.org Price: $5
SATURDAY JUNE 5
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM MCCD is proud to host another blood drive, on site. Call Barbara at (570) 629-3061 for more information. To register or learn more about American Red Cross blood drives, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS. KETTLE CREEK ENV. ED. CTR. Stroudsburg - 8050 Running Valley Rd. (570) 629-3061 mcconservation.org
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