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avor the combination of a comforting atmosphere with decadent cafe delights surrounded by the pristine beauty of Pocono Pines, and... Voila! ~ Behold the rustic allure of Mountaintop Lodge at Lake Naomi. This 85 year old magnificently restored bed and breakfast envelops you in the splendor of mountain style charm. It features the simple elegance of Mission and Shaker style furniture orchestrating the appeal of an inviting social gathering spot whether planning an overnight stay or casual meeting.
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Guests of the bed and breakfast receive complimentary memberships to the nearby exclusive Five-Star Platinum Lake Naomi Club for the length of their overnight stay. The club offers a range of amenities including access to the private lake, Clubhouse Restaurant and participation in recreation and social activities. It features a 48,000-square foot community center with an indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, steam room, sauna and outdoor recreation areas including playgrounds. Mountaintop’s popular coffee/pastry shop is open to the public daily featuring gourmet java, smoothies and pastries whipped
up fresh right on the premises by Lake Naomi’s own consummate pastry chef. Celebrated for exquisite wedding, birthday and other special occasion cakes, the lodge pastry shop also recognizes loyal patrons with cards that tally up nine regular size coffees, teas or hot chocolates then rewards members with a free tenth cup on their next visit. Public areas also offer wireless internet. Calling the aroma of the freshly brewed coffee and baking of the pastries “Truly the best welcome in the entire area,” Lake Naomi’s Laura Altemose comments on the reaction of first time, as well as, guests of years past. She says, “People who are new to the area love the ambiance,” adding “People who know the history are amazed by the restoration.” MLLN’s elegant Main Great Room can host affairs for up to 50 guests, making Mountaintop a wonderful spot for an intimate wedding or other celebration. It’s centrally located a short distance from popular Pocono area attractions at 2137 Route 940, Pocono Pines offering guests a wealth of recreation options. Hospitality Manager, Carolyn Keiper closes welcoming all to, “Come visit us and make our place your place.”
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Enough “chit-chat” with so many entertainment options coming up let’s get right to the details... Information subject to change. Friday, September 12 through Sunday, September 14: Oktoberfest hits the Racetrack Apron at Mohegan Sun, Wilkes Barre, (570) 831-2100, www.mohegansunpocono. com. Bringing a little Oktoberfest fun in September this three day celebration brings live entertainment, wiener dog racing and GermanAmerican cuisine to the Poconos! Friday’s fun runs 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. with Saturday kickin’ in at 11:00 a.m. also ending at 11:00 p.m. Sunday’s festivities are from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, September 13: Anything Goes Hike, PPL Lake Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, (570)253-7001, Join Naturalist Rick Koval at 1 p.m. for a woodland adventure and search for salamanders, dragonflies, edible plants, poisonous mushrooms and anything else that crosses his path. You will learn a little bit more about what’s happening in our forest during surprising September. This is fun for the whole family. Be ready to hike outside and dress for the weather. Meet at the Wallenpaupack Creek Trail trailhead. Saturday, September 13: Arts & Crafts Fair, Bingham Park, (570) 2263191. Over 90 vendors bring their unique crafted items for this event from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday, September 13: Junior Bird Club: Bake Oven Knob Hawk Watching, Hickory Run State Park Complex Nescopeck State Park, 570403-2006. Join the club and head to the ridge tops for a morning glimpse of hawk broadwings and other raptors. Bring lunch, wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather then
head out. Cost for new members $15 with pre-registration required. Saturday, September 13: Not your 60’s Tye Dye Program, Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center, Stroudsburg, (570) 629-3061, www.mcconservation.org. Join Fiber Artist Kathleen Sandt for this program on tye dying starting with a brief presentation then it’s hands on! Cost is $5 members and $8 non-members to cover materials. Designed for ages 12 and up, the fun runs from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Pre-registration required by September 10th. Saturday, September 13: Pike County Day of Caring, Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC), Dingmans Ferry, (570) 828-2319, www.peec.org. Volunteer Day-the perfect way to get involved in PEEC’s volunteer program from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. All ages are invited with snacks provided. Saturday, September 13: Pocono Snake & Animal Farm visits Pocono Bazaar! Marshalls Creek, (570) 2238640, www.poconobazaar.com. Pet an Alligator! See the Lemur! Check out amazing animals up close as one of the area’s top animal farms entertains shoppers at this Poconos vending hotspot starting 1 p.m. Saturday, September 13: Stroudsburg Moose Lodge 1336 Yard Sale, East Stroudsburg, (570) 259-7802. Come by at 9:00 a.m. for a yard sale with something for everyone! Interested in selling? A $10 donation per space is set so call for details. Sunday, September 14: Bras for a Cause at Lost Trails ATV Adventures, Dunmore, (570) 7308131, www.ridelosttrails.com. This annual event geared toward raising
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funds for the fight against breast cancer is a hoot! Riders hit the trails feverishly trying to rack in the most points for pink bras retrieved; but they simply can’t carry their treasures in... They must wear them in to gain those points. Contact Lost Trails for time and registration details. Sunday, September 14: Fungus Among Us, Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC), Dingmans Ferry, (570) 828-2319, www.peec. org. Join PEEC from 10:00 a.m. to noon in a search for fungus and lichen while learning about the amazing world of decomposition and nutrient recycling. The cost is $5 to join in the fun! Tuesday, September 16: Elk Biologist to speak at PA Game Commission, Dallas, (570) 675-1143, www.pgc. state.pa.us. This free program will cover points of interest for all with elk behavior, population monitoring and their history in PA. Friday, September 19: Paddle on the Lake, PPL Lake Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, (570)253-7001, Set out for a fun kayak/canoe paddle and educational program on Lake Wallenpaupack from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Learn about lake history, monitoring and wildlife at a novice pace. Kayaks will be available for rent you may bring your own. PFD’s must be worn, and will be available with kayak rental. NEWE is offering kayak rentals for $30 and tandems for $45. Registration is required and limited to the first 25 people. Saturday, September 20: Bird Photography 101, Pocono
Environmental Education Center (PEEC), Dingmans Ferry, (570) 828-2319, www.peec.org. Call for details on this lesson in taking pictures of our fine feathered friends led by wildlife photographer Bob Shank from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The cost is $15 Saturday, September 20: Hawk Watch at Big Pocono State Park, Tannersville, (570) 894-8336, tobyhannasp@pa.gov. Scan the skies for intriguing creatures including migrating raptors, kestrels and bald eagles from 9 a.m. to noon. Registration is required for this free program. Saturday, September 20: Milford Festival Medley of Music throughout the Streets, Milford, www. milfordmusicfest.org. This boroughwide sidewalk event mixes music, shopping and dining all around town all day long! Checkout their website for a lineup of performances and times. Saturday, September 20: PEEC PRO SERIES: Fall Warblers with Dr. Terry Master, Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC), Dingmans Ferry, (570) 828-2319, www.peec. org. Master, biology professor at ESU, offers and in depth look at the migrating fall warbler species from 8:00 a.m. to noon. Space is limited. Cost to register is $20 or signup for 4 PRO SERIES sessions at $70. Saturday, September 20: Tree I.D., Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center, Stroudsburg, (570) 629-3061, www.mcconservation.org. Roger Spotts leads this program on identifying trees in the Kettle Creek Wildlife Sanctuary from 10 - 11:30 a.m. Cost is $5 for non-members with Kids under 12 at $3. EE members are free. Saturday, September 20: Wild Things Ball benefiting Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC), Hotel Fauchère in Milford, (570) 828-2319, www.peec. org. PEEC’s Annual Fundraiser from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. includes a live auction, music, dancing served up with a slice of fun! Tickets are $125 per person. Saturday, September 20 and Sunday, September 21: Shawnee Rodeo &
Chili Cook-off, Shawnee Mountain, (570) 421-7231, www.shawneemt. com. Gates open at 11:30 a.m. inviting guests to savor the flavor of the area’s finest chili and take in a day at the rodeo starting at 2:00 p.m. Advance tickets & info is available online. Sunday, September 21: 1st Annual Dave Fleetwood 5K Memorial Trail Run/Walk, West End Regional Park Brodheadsville, (570) 9929733, www.weposc.org. In honor of Dave Fleetwood tragically killed in last year’s Ross Township Municipal Building shooting; this 3.1 mile event invites all ages and abilities for a trek through the new trail honoring his memory. A Community Appreciation Day follows later filled with free concerts, exhibits and more! Sunday, September 21: Park History Tour, Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC), Dingmans Ferry, (570) 828-2319, www.peec. org. Explore the Park to find the number of scenic and historic sites within. Bring water, lunch and a camera for great photo ops. The cost is $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers. Call to reserve your seat in the van with carpooling encouraged. Ongoing: Fridays: Friday Happy Hour, Mountain View Vineyard, Winery and Distillery, 5866 Neola Road, Stroudsburg, (570) 619-0053, www.mountainviewvineyard.com. 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Enjoy $1 off a glass of your favorite wine, savor a signature drink, and indulge in complimentary snacks! Featured items vary. Ages 21+ only. See website for details. Ongoing: Saturdays and Sundays: September 27 through November 23. Daily: November 28 through December 24: A Christmas Shop in the Christmas Spirit at The Briar Patch, Thornhurst, (570) 8428072, www.briarpatchthornhurst. com. What a wonderful time of the year...Shopping Season! With wreaths, folk art, primitive crafts and more this is one stop you won’t want to miss! Checkout the website for hours. Ongoing: Saturdays and Sundays: Vineyard & Distillery
Tours, Mountain View Vineyard, Winery & Distillery, 5866 Neola Road, Stroudsburg, (570) 619-0053, www.mountainveiwvineyard.com. Saturdays and Sundays. Vineyard Tours at 1 p.m. & Distillery Tours at 2 p.m. Mountain View Vineyard, Join Randy & Linda as they talk about MV’s history, how the wine is made and the types of grapes that grow in our area. MV’s Winery and Distillery is one of only two winery-distilleries in the state! So take a tour of the facilities and see how your favorite wine and spirits are made! Ages 21+ only. Ongoing: Free Brewery Tours and Beer Tastings, Barley Creek Brewing Company, Sullivan Trail and Camelback Road, Tannersville, (570) 629-9399, www.barleycreek. com. Free brewery tours are offered every day at 12:30 p.m. See the tanks and mills at the brewpub and learn how great beer is made! Tours are followed by free tastings of assorted Barley Creek brews. All ages welcome for tours; tastings restricted to participants 21 and older. Group tours by appointment. Ongoing: Through September: Pocono Arts Council Announces September Class Lineup, Stroudsburg, (570) 4764460. From painting in acrylics and watercolors to drawing-even a Blues Guitar and Mandala Workshop! Signup by August 15 and save $10 off enrollment! Call for details! Ongoing: September 27 through October 26: The Great Pocono Pumpkin Festival, Lehighton, (610) 377-8400, www.countryjunction. com. Country Junction’s Annual Fall Fun returns offering tons of fun for $10 including unlimited hayrides, bounce house play and much more! Weekend unlimited carnival rides on the Midway also await for $8. Ongoing: Candle Making Demonstrations, House of Candles, Route 715, Henryville, (570) 6291953, www.houseofcandles.com. See candles made at the Oldest Candle Shop of the Poconos! Dip your own “wax hand” between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. See website for details.
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Shopping Information subject to change. A Taste of Antiques 4 U, Liberty Plaza, Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570) 355-5955, antiquesVA.wix.com/ Antiques. See history and memories from years gone by! Local and out-ofstate 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! A definite don’t miss for your back to school shopping with unique backpacks and more! Backroads Antiques, 3424 Rt. 715, Henryville, (570) 872-9990, 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)8398795, 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. On-site spa boutique. The Briar Patch, 278 Pine Grove Road, Thornhurst, (570) 842-8072, briarpatchthornhurst.com. “A Christmas shop in the country spirit” offering crafts, wreaths, folk art, candles and more. Open weekends. Cooks Tour, Route 390, Mountainhome, (570) 595-0370, cookstournepa.com. Wide selection of popular cookware and unique kitchen gadgets. Country Junction, 6565 Interchange Road (Route 209), Lehighton, (610) 377-5050, 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, country-kettle.com. A sweet Pocono shopping destination housing 250
barrels of candy plus fine collectibles, home décor, jewelry and more! Daley Chocolates & Supplies, 2 locations along Route 940, Pocono Summit & Pocono Lake (570) 8391092, daleychocolates@yahoo.com. The “Sweetest Spot in the Poconos!” Gourmet chocolate, candies, gift baskets and more! Dutch’s Shur Save, 1564 Route 507, Greentown, (570) 676-3373. A complete supermarket with convenience, variety and great service. The Glass Hat Antiques, Route 191 in Hamlin, (570) 689-4060, wpsada. com. Featuring two floors filled with glassware, antique oak and country furniture, collectibles, estate jewelry, pottery, kitchenware, Depression glass and more. Open daily. Holley Ross Pottery, Route 191, La Anna, (570) 676-3248, 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, 1812 Route 940, Pocono Pines, (570) 972-6331, copperlamps.com. Unique handcrafted metal works, copper lanterns and sculptures, fine pewter Christmas ornaments. Oil paintings on glass. Michael’s Flooring, Window, Kitchen & Bath Center, Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570) 646-1502, michcarp. com. One-stop shop for home improvements. Flooring, kitchen and bath remodeling, window coverings and more. Custom installation and free estimates. Mountain View Vineyard, Winery & Distillery, 5866 Neola Road, Stroudsburg, (570) 619-0053, mountainviewvineyard.com. Familyowned and operated boutique winery offering distinctive wine tastings, unique gift items and seasonal tours of the picturesque mountainside
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pub menu. Live piano music on weekends. 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.
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 dinner menus and daily specials. Great spirits and entertainment in the adjoining Pub in the Pines.
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Mountainhome Diner, 910 Route 390, Mountainhome, (570) 595-2523. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in a welcoming atmosphere. Mountaintop Lodge Coffee & Pastry Shop, 2137 Route 940, Pocono Pines, (570) 646-6636, mountaintoplodge.com. Located in Mountaintop Lodge’s Main House, this quaint coffee shop serves up gourmet baked goods, coffees and specialty beverages every day. Open to the public. Robert Christian’s Restaurant, Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570)
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Entertainment Information subject to change. Barley Creek Brewing Company, Sullivan Trail and Camelback Road, Tannersville, (570) 629-9399, www.barleycreek.com. Great food, beer and live entertainment. Free brewery tours and beer tastings every day at 12:30 p.m. A night of live music from 8 to 11 with no cover charge includes: Jim Roberti - September 13 then Zac Lawless - September 20. Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort, Route 507, Hawley, (570) 2264388, www.ehrhardts.com. Live music on Fridays. Pub-O-Lympics every Thursday night. Memorytown USA, 432 Grange Road, Mt. Pocono, (570) 8391680, www.memorytownusa. com. Entertainment comes alive with September 13 & 20: Saturday BBQs starting at 11 a.m. September 14 & 21: Cigars and Sangria on the Patio is in the plans starting 11:30 a.m. September 16 & 23: Line Dancing at 7:00 p.m. Live music is set for the Lakeside Bar & Grill featuring the area’s top local talent. Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, Highway 315, WilkesBarre, (570) 831-2100, www.
The Pennsylvania Theatre of Performing Arts at the J.J. Ferrara Center 212 West Broad St., Hazleton
mohegansunpocono.com. Live music, exciting nightlife, great gaming promotions and amazing live entertainment in the Keystone Grand Ballroom with September 19 featuring Big Bad Voodoo Daddy at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $25. Mountain View Vineyards, 5866 Neola Road, Stroudsburg, (570) 619-0053, www.mountainviewvineyard.com. Friday Happy Hour every Friday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Pocono Bazaar Flea Market, Route 209, Marshalls Creek, (570) 223-8640, poconobazaar.com. Pocono Snake & Animal Farm visits September 13 at 1 p.m. Robert Christian’s Restaurant, Route 940, Pocono Lake, (570) 646-0433, www. RobertChristiansPA.com. Charming Pocono eatery offering daily specials and live entertainment. The Pennsylvania Theatre of Performing Arts, at the J.J. Ferrara Center, 212 West Broad Street, Hazleton, (570) 454-5451, www. ptpashows.org. Set for September 19, 20, 26 & 27 at 7 p.m. along with September 21 & 28 at 3 p.m. PTPA presents Titantic.
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The Shawnee Playhouse, 552 River Road, Shawnee-onDelaware, (570) 421-5093, www. theshawneeplayhouse.com. Affordable world-class theater presenting classical and new plays, musicals, operas, concerts and Shakespeare. Now thru September 14: God of Carnage September 18 thru October 19: Lend Me a Tenor For Pre-Teen to Young Adult Now through September 27: Cyrano-The Musical Van Gilder’s Jubilee Restaurant and Pub in the Pines, Route 940, Pocono Pines, (570) 646-2377, www.breakfastking.com. Daily specials. Live entertainment on select dates.
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1-800-FLOAT-KC www.kittatinny.com The Finest Riverfront Camping on the Delaware
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ntense excitement heats up as Shawnee Mountain Ski Area gets set to host this year’s Professional Rodeo Saturday, September 20 and Sunday, September 21. Experience the thrill of watching riders compete in fully-sanctioned Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) events including Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Calf Roping and more. Expert cowgirls will also be there to show off their skills in Barrel Racing events.
Plan to mosey on in early as the legendary 8th Annual Chili Cook-off simmers back, ready to kick up the taste buds with some of the finest chili in the Poconos! Rodeo events begin at 2 p.m. on both days, with gates opening at 11:30 a.m. for the cook-off where guests are invited to sample and vote on their favorite from a variety of area restaurants, vendors and individual cooks. You can also enjoy live country music with line dancing or browse the vendors’ bazaar filled with crafts and awesome eats! So coral your friends together and head on out to Shawnee!
For more information visit www.shawneemt.com or call (570) 421-7231. Shawnee Mountain Ski Area is located on Hollow Road in scenic Shawnee-on-Delaware, Pennsylvania.
SEPTEMBER 20 & 21
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Sports Information subject to change.
CANOES & KAYAKS Kittatinny Canoes, Milford, (800) 356-2852, kittatinny.com. Rafting, canoeing, kayaking, tubing, camping, paintball and zipping. CLIMBING CBK Mountain Adventures, Camelback Mountain Resort, Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, cbkmountainadventures.com. Swing, ride and glide through the treetops on zip lines, adventure courses and other amazing attractions! Pocono TreeVentures, Bushkill, (800) 446-0231, poconotreeventures.com. Five courses with 66 elements plus dual racing zip lines. Adventures for beginner to expert climbers. Pocono Vertical Ventures, Fernwood Resort in Bushkill, (888)337-6966, www. fernwoodresortpoconos.com. Jump, Climb, Bounce and Flip with Pocono Mountain Adventures latest attraction. FISH AND PAY LAKES Big Brown Fish and Pay Lakes, Route 115, Effort, (570) 629-0427, bigbrownfish.com. Fish three ponds filled with trout and bass! No licenses required! Equipment rentals and bait available. Children 12 and under admitted free with adult. Group rates available. Paradise Fishing Preserve, Route 191, Paradise Valley, (570) 6290422, paradisetrout.com. Fish for trout and bass at this scenic Pocono destination! No licenses required!
Children 12 and under admitted free with adult. Group rates available. FISHING BAIT & TACKLE Woehrle’s Bait Shop, Rt. 940 at Park Avenue in Mount Pocono, (570) 839-7338, woehrlesbaitshop. com. Live bait for all seasons. Celebrating over three decades in business, this complete bait shop is open every day, all year. 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. Fernwood Resort, Route 209, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966, fernwoodresortpoconos.com. Yearround trail rides. “Stay and Ride” packages available. KART RACING S&S Speedways Indoor GoKarts, 2727 Hamilton East, Stroudsburg, (7062 Route 209), (570) 420-5500; 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. MINIATURE GOLF Water Gap Trolley, 129 Main Street (Route 611S), Delaware Water Gap, (570) 476-9766, watergaptrolley. com. On-site miniature golf, scenic picnic area, pavilion and gift shop. MOUNTAIN COASTERS CBK Mountain Adventures, Camelback Mountain Resort,
For State Park information, call 1-888-PA-PARKS or visit www.dcnr.state.pa.us
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Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, cbkmountainadventures.com. Pennsylvania’s only Mountain Coaster. Open weekends and holidays through the winter season. 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. PLAY PARKS Bushkill Falls, Route 209, Bushkill, (570)588-6682, visitbushkillfalls. com. Known as the “Niagara of Pennsylvania,” Bushkill Falls features eight breathtaking waterfalls, miles of hiking trails, picnic areas, miniature golf, paddleboats and more. New this season check out the Mining Maze! RAFTING Kittatinny Canoes, Milford, (800) FLOAT-KC, kittatinny.com. Daily trips on the Delaware. Camping, canoeing, rafting, zipping, paintball and more. SPORTS EQUIPMENT 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. Woehrle’s Bait Shop, Rt. 940 at Park Avenue in Mount Pocono, (570) 839-7338, woehrlesbaitshop. com. Live bait for all seasons. Celebrating over three decades in business, this complete bait shop is open every day, all year. TRAIN STATIONS Steamtown National Historic Site, 150 South Washington Avenue, Scranton, (570) 340-5200, nps.gov/
stea. Museums, excursions, exhibits and more! Tobyhanna Train Station & Museum, Route 423 in Tobyhanna, (570) 894-3338. Open Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. Recently restored station now serves as a railroad museum. TROLLEY RIDES Water Gap Trolley, 129 Main Street (Route 611S), Delaware Water Gap, (570) 476-9766, watergaptrolley. com. Authentically styled allweather trolleys tour historic Delaware Water Gap and stop at points of interest. On-site miniature golf, scenic picnic area, pavilion and gift shop. TUBING Blue Lightning All-Season Tubing,
Fernwood Resort, Bushkill, (888) 337-6966, fernwoodresortpoconos. com. Experience the thrill of snowtubing year round at Fernwood! This all-season attraction features two 400+’ lanes and a “magic carpet” lift. WILDLIFE ATTRACTIONS Claws ‘n’ Paws Wild Animal Park, Route 590, four miles east of Hamlin, (570) 698-6154, clawsnpaws.com. “Get close to the animals” at this family-friendly Pocono destination. Park features over 120 different kinds of animals and interactive exhibits. Pocono Snake and Animal Farm, 424 Seven Bridges Road (Route 209), East Stroudsburg, (570) 2238653, poconoanimals.com. See exotic reptiles and animals from
OPEN YEAR ROUND!
around the world! A great “starter zoo” for kids where you can feed monkeys, bear and goats all year long! Open daily. ZIP LINES CBK Mountain Adventures, Camelback Road, Tannersville, (570) 629-1661, cbkmountainadventures. com. 1,000’ zip lines; 4,000’ zip flyers, treetop adventure courses and more! Pocono TreeVentures, Bushkill, (800) 446-0231, poconotreeventures.com. 1,000’ dual racing zip lines and other aerial adventures. Kittatinny Ziplines, Milford, (800) FLOAT-KC, kittatinny.com. Ask for the Zip & Battle Special for $10 off a session of paintball.
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drenaline rushes through the body as eyes gaze upon the literal cornucopia of energy outlets that is Pocono Mountain Adventures closeby off Route 209 in Bushkill, PA. Pride as a lead source in outdoor excitement reflects in each clever creation bearing the PMA caption, with their newest attraction Pocono Vertical Ventures, propelling the entertainment authority to new heights! Introduced this past spring, Vertical Ventures has already ushered in a wealth of visitors eager to tryout its jump tower, bungee trampolines and two station climbing wall. Making the amusement mobile, booking event sites across the Pocono region, broadens the gamut of thrill seekers. All three PVV challenges ignite anticipation fueled by confidence. Harnessed guests can enjoy a ten foot maximum acceleration, thanks to two auto-belays guiding their freefall
“Takes guests to new heights”
from a 40 foot Jump Tower. Then, harnessed climbers can sign up to securely conquer the climbing wall heights and triumphantly rappel to the ground. Three station bungee trampolines are ready to repeat that sky to land motion, satisfying guests’ craving for more air action! PVV delivers the option to choose one, two or all three of these elements whether it’s jumping, climbing or bouncing, with pricing at $10 kicking it off for one and just $20 more enlisting all three. PMA spokesperson Gina Bertucci comments, “We added three new adventures last year [2013] and continue to look at elements that will expand our offerings for adventures in the Pocono Mountains,” stating
Check out PoconoMountainAdventures.com Call 800-335-1113 Plan your next mountain adventure! Reservations? No way! There’s nothing holding you back, the attractions are open to the public so make your move!
“Pocono Vertical Ventures takes guests to new heights and lets them jump, climb and drop.” Explaining reasons for PVV’s home spot in the belly of all the action, at the base of Blue Lightning; Bertucci compliments the exhilarating mix of sliding, splashing and now suspension at hand. After BL’s all season tubing guests can head off to do bumper boats on the lake. She suggests trying a brief break for lunch at Wintergreens Patio Grill then back to the fun giving, “Pocono Vertical Ventures a try.” She closes recommending other PMA courses she enjoys including Pocono TreeVentures aerial ropes adventure park and Pocono Zip Racer 1,000 foot dual racing zip lines to name a few; informing appropriate clothing including closed toe shoes are a must.
Check out this interesting tidbit we dug up...
This Week’s Fun Fact comes from Jeff Woehrle of Woehrle’s Bait Shop. Located in Mount Pocono and “facing the facts� with an ad on page 27. Did you know... The United States’ most popular bait for fishing actually comes from Canada! The Canadian Nightcrawler’s wiggly worth reflects in over 600 million worms imported each year!
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Art & History 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. Crystal Cave, 963 Crystal Cave Road, Kutztown, (610) 6836765, crystalcavepa.com. Explore Pennsylvania’s Amazing Natural Wonder-underground tours with a museum & more! Eckley Miners’ Village, 2 Eckley Main Street, Weatherly, (570) 636-2070, 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. “The oldest art gallery in the Poconos.� 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
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590, Lakeville, (570) 226-6246, sculptediceworks.com. The Poconos’ 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) 8943338. Recently restored station now serves as a railroad museum.
Pocono Indian Museum & Gift Shop
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The Oldest Art Gallery in the Poconos Original Art by Local Artists
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SEE Rt. 209, Bushkill BETWEEN ALLENTOWN & READING
NEAR ROUTE 222, KUTZTOWN
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570 588-9338
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Spend a day with Nature at PENNSYLVANIA’S GREATEST NATURAL WONDER
Underground Tours • 125 Wooded Acres • Museum Gift & Souvenir Shops • Ice Cream Parlor • Picnic Park Rock Shop • Panning for Gemstones • Mini Golf Fast Food with Dutch Specialties
Open DAILY • Reasonable Rates
610-683-6765
(FAX) 610-683-0070 South on Rt. 209 & 33 and West on Rt. 22 & 78 963 Crystal Cave Road, Kutztown, PA 19530
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Lodging 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) 5957486, crescentlodge.com. A classic country inn in the Poconos. Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort, Route 507, Hawley, (570) 226-4388, ehrhardts.com. Lakeside resort with motel rooms, cottages, apartments and suites. A
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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. Mountaintop Lodge at Lake Naomi, 2137 Route 940, Pocono Pines, (570) 6466636, www.mountaintoplodge.com. A charming mountain retreat with Platinum Club-rated community amenities. The Resort at Mountain Springs Lake,
Mountain Springs Drive, Reeders, (570) 629-0251, mslresort.com. “An enchanting Pocono resort” offering year-round mountain accommodations. The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314, Pocono Manor, (800) 233-8150, poconomanor.com. Links, drinks and 40 winks await at this picturesque resort not to mention fly fishing, horseback riding and more! Roebling Inn on the Delaware, Scenic Drive, Lackawaxen, (570) 685-7900, roeblinginn.com. Gorgeous Upper Delaware Riverfront setting. Excellent place to get away from it all, or as home base for enjoying the area—kayaking, fishing, bald eagles, hiking, ziplines.
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Explore the Origins of Innovation Lackawanna County Coal Mine Tour
Electric City Trolley Museum
570-963-MINE
570-963-6590
Open Daily: April 1st - November 30th Call for hours. Closed Easter Sunday & Thanksgiving Day. McDade Park, Bald Mountain Road Scranton, PA 18504
Museum Hours: January – April: Wed.-Sun., 9am-4pm May – December: Mon.-Sun., 9am-4pm Trolley Excursions: May – October: Thurs.-Sun. Please call for excursion information. 300 Cliff Street, Scranton, PA 18503
1-800-22 Welcome or (570) 496-1701 www.visitnepa.org
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Open 10-6, 7 Days a Week, May to Mid-October
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