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SURF SURF THETHE MOUNTAINS MOUNTAINSYour Pocono Portal

American Candle: www.american-candle.com

Baileys Grille & Steakhouse: www.baileyssteakhouse.com

Barley Creek Brewing Company: www.barleycreek.com

Bear Creek Inne: www.bearcreekinne.com

Bushkill Falls: www.visitbushkillfalls.com

Camelback Mountain Resort: www.skicamelback.com

Century 21 Select Pocono Pines: www.C21PoconoPines.com

Country Junction: www.countryjunction.com

Country Kettle: www.country-kettle.com

Countryside Housekeeping Cottages: www.countrysidecottages.com

Crescent Lodge: www.crescentlodge.com

Crystal Cabin Fever Winter Ice Display: www.crystalcabinfever.com

Delaware Highlands Conservancy: www.delawarehighlands.org

Dorfl inger Glass Museum: http://dorfl inger.org/glass_museum.html

Downtown Hawley Partnership: www.visithawleypa.com

Downtown Stroudsburg: www.stroudsburg.net

Eckley Miners Village: www.eckleyminersvillagemuseum.com

Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort: www.ehrhardts.com

Fernwood Hotel & Resort: www.fernwoodhotel.com

The French Manor: www.thefrenchmanor.com

Greater Pocono Chamber of Commerce:

www.greaterpoconochamber.com

Greater White Haven Chamber of Commerce: www.whitehaven.org

Grey Towers National Historic Landmark: www.fs.fed.us/gt

Holistic Health Haven: www.poconoholistichaven.com

Holley Ross Pottery: www.holleyross.com

Hutton Metalcrafts: www.copperlamps.com

The Inn at Pocono Manor: www.poconomanor.com

Jack Frost / Big Boulder Ski Areas: www.jfbb.com

Jim Thorpe: www.jimthorpe.org

Jubilee Restaurant: www.breakfastking.com

Lake Naomi Real Estate: www.lakenaomi.com

Liberty Homes Custom Builders: www.libertyhomespa.com

Miss Elly’s Antiques and Such: www.missellysantiques.com

Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs: www.mohegansunpocono.com

Monroe County Conservation District: www.mcconservation.org

Monroe County Historical Association: www.monroehistorical.org

Mountain Springs Lake Resort: www.mslresort.com

Nature Conservancy: www.nature.org/states/pennsylvania

NEPA Audubon Society: www.nepaaudubonsociety.org

PA Fish & Boat Commission: www.fi sh.state.pa.us

PA PowerPort: www.state.pa.us

PA State Park Information: www.visitpaparks.com

PennDOT District 4: http://www.dot.state.pa.us/penndot/districts/

district4.nsf/District 4 Homepage?readform

PennDOT District 5: http://www.dot.state.pa.us/penndot/districts/

district5.nsf/District+5+HomepageShort+List?readform

PennDOT Driver & Vehicle Services: www.dmv.state.pa.us

PennDOT’s NEPA Transportation Website: www.neparoads.com

PennDOT’s Travel Information Website: www.511pa.com

Pike County Conservation District: www.pikeconservation.org

Pike County Tourism: www.discoverpikepa.com

Pocono Arts Council: www.poconoarts.org

Pocono Builders Association: www.poconobuilders.org

Pocono Cheesecake Factory: www.poconocheesecake.com

Pocono Environmental Education Center: www.peec.org

Pocono Indian Museum: www.poconoindianmuseum.com

Pocono Lake Region Chamber of Commerce:

www.lakeregioncc.com

Pocono Mountain Arts Council: www.poconomac.com

Pocono Mountains Flying Club: www.mpofl yingclub.org

Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau: www.800poconos.com

Pocono Outdoor Club: www.poconooutdoorclub.org

Pocono Tile Works: www.poconotileworks.com

Printing Craftsmen, Inc.: www.printingcraftsmeninc.com

The Settlers Inn: www.thesettlersinn.com

Shawnee Gallery: www.shawneegallery.com

Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort: www.shawneeinn.com

Shawnee Mountain: www.shawneemt.com

The Shawnee Playhouse: www.theshawneeplayhouse.com

The Singing Boys of Pennsylvania: www.singingboysofpennsylvania.org

Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain: www.ski-bigbear.com

Skytop Lodge: www.skytop.com

Skyview Spa at Skytop Lodge: www.skyviewspaatskytoplodge.com

Smuggler’s Cove: www.smugglerscove.net

The Spa at Mount Airy: www.thespaatmountairy.com

The Spa at Mountain Laurel: www.thespaatmountainlaurel.com

Spa Shawnee and Salon: www.spashawnee.com

Split Rock Resort & Golf Club: www.splitrockresort.com

S&S Speedways - Indoor Go-Karts: www.ssspeedways.com

Starting Gate: www.startinggateonline.com

Steamtown National Historic Site: www.nps.gov/stea

Teeters’ Furniture: www.teetersfurniture.com

Theo B. Price Inc.: www.theobprice.com

Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River: www.nps.gov/upde

Visit PA: www.visitPA.com

Vocelli Pizza: www.vocellipizza.com

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Int’l Airport: www.fl yavp.com

Wilkes-Barre-Scranton Penguins: www.wbspenguins.com

Woehrle’s Bait Shop: www.woehrlesbaitshop.com

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Hit the Slopes! With winter in full swing, ski season in the

Pocono Mountains celebrates the exhilaration

and beauty of outdoor adventures. Ski resorts

such as Big Boulder, Camelback, Jack Frost,

Shawnee and Ski Big Bear at Masthope host a

smorgasbord of events for skiers, snowboard-

ers and snowtubers of all ages and abilities.

Northeast Pennsylvania’s pristine parks, nature

reserves and private resorts, overfl owing with

lakes, rivers and streams, create the perfect ambi-

ance for dozens of other fun activities, including

cross-country skiing, ice fi shing, snowshoeing,

eagle watching and snowmobiling. The year-

round arts and music scenes keep things lively

once you head indoors. Turn to the “Coming Events” column or click on

www.thisweek.net to plan your winter getaway... in the Poconos!

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CALENDAR...............................6COMING EVENTS ......................6 DINING ................................. 18ENTERTAINMENT .................... 22LODGING .............................. 39MOVIES................................. 22MUSEUMS & GALLERIES ........... 36

POCONO MAP ....................... 24

REAL ESTATE ........................... 34

SHOPPING AROUND .............. 10

SPAS & SALONS ...................... 41

SPORTS ................................ 26

SURF THE MOUNTAINS ..............2

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JANUARY 28, 2012Crescent Lodge: Relaxed Elegance .......................................................4

Golf Tournament Tees Off in February ...............................................5

Crystal Cabin Fever ...............................................................................7

Shopping at Mohegan Sun ...................................................................8

Ski Season in the Poconos ..................................................................16

Skiing: Learn to Turn ...........................................................................17

Après Ski ...............................................................................................23

Ice Fishing Safety Tips .........................................................................31

Ski Big Bear Carnival ...........................................................................32

Jam at Winterfest Bluegrass ...............................................................36

Love is in the Airy ................................................................................40

Pocono Ski Rentals ..............................................................................42

Live Bait for Ice Fishing .......................................................................43

Cross-Country Skiing ...........................................................................47

Winged Migration: Eagles ...................................................................47

Sponsored Eagle Watches ...................................................................47

Cover Photo: Jack Frost

Big Boulder Ski Areas


In Paradise Valley, the heart of the Pocono Mountains, Crescent

Lodge & Country Inn draws visitors from New York, Philadelphia and the

cities of New Jersey who are looking for a quaint country experience with

contemporary amenities. Enjoying an ideal location—close to sensational

spas, great shopping and a casino—Crescent Lodge features elegant rooms,

and cottages with fi replaces and sunken Jacuzzis. Its onsite restaurant is

world class.

The neighboring towns of

Stroudsburg and Tannersville

are wonderful antiquing

spots. Snow sports enthusiasts

head for the slopes of nearby

ski resorts. During spring,

summer and autumn, a wealth

of activities await: golf, horseback riding, whitewater rafting and relaxing

poolside surrounded by the natural beauty of Crescent Lodge.

The lodge features a classic main building replete with a grand lobby,

antiques and cozy country warmth. Charming individual cottages create

an intimate, private experience. Specials and packages may be available.

Check the web site, www.crescentlodge.com, for more details.

If you’re going: Crescent Lodge & Country Inn, Paradise Valley,

Cresco; (570) 595-7486; (800) 392-9400.

Fantastic On-Site Winter Activities!Sledding, Cross Country Skiing, Snow Shoeing, Dog Sledding, Horse Back Riding & More!

237 Rooms and Suites • Outstanding Restaurant and Lounge • Endless Acres of Fun Activities Year-Round

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Minutes fromCamelback Ski

& Jack Frost!

Crescent Lodge: Paradise FoundCrescent Lodge: Paradise Found


11AM to 6 PM Monday thru Saturday11AM to 4 PM Sundays

A SPECTACULAR WINTER ICE DISPLAY

February 10 - 26, 2012

ADMISSIONAdults $10, Children Under 15 $6, Children Under 3 FREE

ICE CARVING COMPETITIONSSaturdays, February 11 & 25 from 12 - 4PMSundays, February 12 & 26 from 12 - 3PM

An African Safari-Themed Adventure Sculpted from Over 100 Tons of Ice!THE POCONOS’ COOLEST WINTER EVENT

Ride the 40’ Elephant-Themed Ice Slide•Sit on a Throne, Safari Jeep & Baby Elephant Created from IceSee Giraffes, Lions, Cheetahs, A Grass Hut and More, All Carved from Ice

Live Ice Carving Shows and Demonstrations•Bring Your Camera & A Thirst for Hot Chocolate!

Lakeville, PA • crystalcabinfever.com • 570.226.6246

Fore! Ice Tee Golf Tournament in February Golf lovers: no need to wait for spring to hit the links in the Poconos. The 21st

Annual Ice Tee Golf Tournament, based from Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort on Lake

Wallenpaupack, gives golf enthusiasts the opportunity to tee up in the middle of winter.

The legendary Lake Wallenpaupack event features two challenging 9-hole courses,

complete with tree-lined fairways that are designed using recycled Christmas trees

donated by participants, spectators and local nurseries. Water traps, roughs and obstacles

are carved into the ice. Players will receive a colored golf ball plus a scorecard and map

illustrating the course layout, and are allowed up to three clubs, including a putter.

The February 26 event also includes prizes for “craziest” sled, “wackiest” hat, and the

golfers who land the closest drive to “Wally Paupack,” the snowman-mascot of the Pocono

Mountains Lake Region. DJ Have a Blast will create a party atmosphere. Presented by the

Pocono Lake Region Chamber of Commerce, major

sponsors include Lowe’s, Ehrhardt’s Waterfront

Resort and Crystal Cabin Fever.

Tee times are every 10 minutes beginning at 9

a.m. until 2 p.m. The awards ceremony is scheduled

for approximately 3 p.m. at Ehrhardt’s Waterfront

Resort. “Green Fees” are a non-refundable

donation of $15 per golfer in advance; and $20

on day of the event. Reservations are suggested.

For more information: (570) 226-3191. Email:

[email protected].

Crescent Lodge: Paradise Found


COMING EVENTS

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FEBRUARY

Now thru February 26 - Altered

State? Juried Photography-Based

Arts Exhibition, ARTSPACE and

Studio Galleries, 18 N. 7th Street,

Stroudsburg. Sponsored by the

PoconoArts Council. For more

information: www.poconoarts.org.

Now thru mid-March - Eagle

Watch! During winter, hundreds

of bald eagles migrate to the

Pocono Mountains, joining the

growing, breeding population of

resident eagles. On Saturdays and

Sundays, trained The Eagle Institute

volunteers staff popular viewing

locations to assist eagle watchers

in sighting these majestic birds.

Winter Field Offi ce: Lackawaxen,

just across the Roebling Bridge

from Minisink Ford, NY. For more

information: (570) 685-5960, (845)

557-6162; www.eagleinstitute.com.

Now thru Season - The Safe Haven

2012 Calendar is available to

purchase. Cost is $16/calendar,

plus shipping and handling;

proceeds benefi t the non-profi t

Safe Haven Pet Rescue. Email

[email protected] for more

information and to order.

Now thru Season - Love at First

Bite, Pocono Cheesecake Factory

on Rt. 611 in Swiftwater. Open

daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. See

this issue of This Week in the

Poconos for a coupon worth $2 off

any purchase of $20 or more. For

more information: (570) 839-6844;

www.poconocheesecake.com.

Now thru Season - Ski and Spa

Package at The French Manor in

South Sterling. Enjoy skiing at your

choice of two of the Poconos’ best

mountains, along with relaxation

at The French Manor’s Green

Spa. Package includes luxury

accommodations with welcome

basket; VIP Lift Tickets for two

at Camelback or Sno Mountain;

custom tote bag packed with bottled

water, lip balm, trail mix and fresh

fruit; 50-minute couples’ massage;

afternoon tea daily; complimentary

turn-down service with Godiva

Chocolates. Full country breakfast

each morning. For reservations or


www.thefrenchmanor.com.

Now thru January 31 - The

Shawnee Original Playwright

Series issues a Call for Aspiring

Playwrights. In March, your work

will be read before a live audience;


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watercolorsoriginal oils

jewelryceramics

metalworkfabricsleatherwoodwork

Free gift with this ad and any purchase

Shawnee Gallery

The temperatures may be falling, but creativity is on the rise with

Crystal Cabin Fever, a spectacular annual winter ice display that takes

place at Sculpted Ice Works, on Route 590, near Lake Wallenpaupack in

Lakeville, from February 10 through 26.

This year’s theme, African Safari, features ice-sculpted likenesses

of magnifi cent animals straight from the Serengeti. Additionally, there

will be a giant, 36-ton ice slide carved out of 240 blocks of ice. Race

your friends down the slide. Or take a seat on a throne of ice. Have

your photo taken atop a baby elephant. The entire indoor interactive ice

display is carved out of over 100 tons of ice.

Each weekend, the event will feature ice carving competitions, food vendors, wood carving demonstrations,

glass blowing and other attractions. Professional ice carving competitions will be held on February 11 and 25.

The event is open seven days a week. Hours Monday through Saturday are

11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays. Admission is $10 for adults,

$6 for children 3 to 15, free for children under 3.

For more information: (570) 226-6246; www.crystalcabinfever.com.

A F R I C A N S A FA R I O N I C EA F R I C A N S A FA R I O N I C E

the winning submission will be

produced and performed at The

Shawnee Playhouse on River

Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware. For


www.theshawneeplayhouse.com.

Now thru January 31 - Purchase

2012 Season Tickets from The

Shawnee Playhouse on River Road

in Shawnee-on-Delaware, and

enjoy a 10% discount. A number

of season ticket packages are

available at a variety of prices, and

gift certifi cates are available. For


www.theshawneeplayhouse.com.

Now thru February 2 - “Just

Like I Remember” art exhibit


COMING EVENTS

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Mohegan Sun’s Exclusive Retailers Featuring fashion-forward boutiques and gourmet goodies, the

shops at Mohegan Sun help you fi nd that illusive perfect fi t for

a glamorous event or special gift for the guy who has everything.

Without overwhelming, the casino manages to bring only the best.

Crossing Vineyards Wine & Cheese Shop specializes in award-

winning wines and multi-fl ights of wine and cheese, paired to

complement the fl avors of each. Quality wine accessories, Reidel

glassware, decanters, wine bags, wine books, games and wine-

related dishes are also available.

Marshall Rousso dresses women in the latest styles, featuring

fabulous eveningwear as well as hip casual clothes. With a wide

selection of accessories, footwear and handbags, spotlighted

designers include J Renee, BCBG Girls, Desario, Chinese Laundry

and Onex.

Brookstone, famous for its innovative, interactive shopping experience, offers superior consumer products

that are both artistic and functional.

Ruby Blue, known for its stunning array of jewelry,

handbags and gift items, covers every trend, including

inspirational, traditional and whimsical.

Mogo offers a wide and fun array of unique logo items,

gifts, coffee mugs, apparel and other sundry items.

All of the shops at Mohegan Sun are open daily for

extended hours. For more information: (570) 831-2100;

www.mohegansunpocono.com.

sponsored by the Monroe County

Conservation District weekdays

and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1

p.m. Original paintings by Eino

Anttila. Meet the artist and enjoy

complimentary refreshments. For


www.mcconservation.org.

Now thru February 15 – Women’s

Wednesday Ski Program, Shawnee

Mountain, Hollow Road, Shawnee-

on-Delaware. Recreational skiing

for adult women of all ages,

Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to close.

Beginners welcome. Lesson at

10:30 a.m. 50% off babysitting

services for participants. For more

information: (570) 421-7231, ext.

254; www.shawneemt.com.

Now thru February 28 (excluding

Feb. 21) - Ladies Tuesday Sports

Clinics, Jack Frost Mountain,

Blakeslee, 10 a.m. Free with valid

snow pass. No clinic on 2/21. For

more information: www.jfbb.com.

Now thru March 1 (excluding Feb.

22) - Wednesday Senior Day Sports

Clinics, Jack Frost Mountain,

Blakeslee, 10 a.m. Free with valid

snow pass. No clinic on 2/22. For

more information: www.jfbb.com.

Now through March 31 - Free

Snowshoe Loaner Program,

Promised Land State Park. A limited

number of MSR-Denali snowshoes

are available for day-use only, from

8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wear hiking boots,

dress in layers and bring plenty

of water. Contact the park offi ce

to check snow conditions and

equipment availability at (570) 676-

3428; www.visitpaparks.com.

Ongoing – ECOZONE, Pocono

Environmental Education Center

(PEEC) in Dingmans Ferry. The

new ECOZONE is free to the



public on two Sundays of every

month, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. For


www.peec.org.

Ongoing, Wednesdays - Brain

Freeze Trivia, Fernwood Hotel

& Resort’s Wintergreens Patio

Grill, 5785 Milford Road, East

Stroudsburg, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Hosted by local radio personality

“Big Brain” Gary in the Morning,

this team trivia game tests your

knowledge of TV, beer, sports,

music and more. Must be 21 and

older to play. Registration at 5:30

p.m.; game starts at 6 p.m. For

more information: (570) 588-9500,

ext. 4260.

Daily - Free Brewery Tours and Beer

Tastings, Barley Creek Brewing

Company, Sullivan Trail and

Camelback Road in Tannersville,

every day at 12:30 p.m. No

reservations required. Group tours

are available by appointment. For

more information: (570) 629-9399

or log on to www.barleycreek.com.

January 27, 28 & 29 - 2nd Annual

Guest Participation Mechanical

Bull Rodeo Weekend, Malibu

Dude Ranch, 351 Foster Hill Road,

Milford. Try your bull riding skills

to win trophies and cash prizes

awarded in 3 categories: adult

cowboys, adult cowgirls and junior

wranglers. $305 per adult; $152.50

per child between 5 and 12.

Children under 4 are free. For more

information: (570) 296-7281.

January 27, 28 & 29 - The

Pocono Bluegrass & Folk Society

12th Annual Winterfest. Enjoy

the sounds of banjos, guitars,

fi ddles and acoustic instruments.

Bring your instruments—jamming

is encouraged at most of the

weekend’s activities. 12 p.m. shows

are held at the Elks Lodge, 260

Washington Street, East Stroudsburg,

Jan. 28 & 29. Saturday’s featured

performers include The Wallace

Brothers Band, Chasing Blue,

Plexigrass and The Lost Ramblers.


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to an amazing selection of

dinner tapers, wind-proof

storm candles, pillar candles

and jar candles, you’ll also

fi nd collectibles from Legends, Dept. 56, Lenox, and Precious Moments. Keep the cold at

bay with leg warmers, scarves,

jackets and hats. Feast your

eyes on an array of gorgeous

stained glass items. American

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MOGO charm bracelets, Vera Bradley accessories, Baggallini handbags, Dansko and Snap footwear. Satisfy your sweet

tooth, choosing from hundreds

of barrels of chocolates,

gummies, hard candies and

licorice. On Route 611 in

Bartonsville, exit 302 off I-80;

open daily. (570) 629-3388; visit

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Cooks Tour—Woks to the left

and rolling pins to the right.

The best cookware and kitchen

products, including Cuisinart, Scanpan Ceramic Titanium Cookware, Waring and Chef’s Choice Appliances, Henckels, Wusthoff, Le Creuset, Zyliss, Peugeot Peppermills, Microplane, Kaiser Bakeware, and Caspari. Heavy bakeware,

cannoli molds, pasta machines,

fondue sets, pizza/bread stones,

spaetzle machines, barbecue

equipment, cake decorating

supplies, pot racks, chefwear,

steamers, wine accessories and

quiche pans fi ll this amazing

shop, and the specialty foods

will satisfy the choosiest

foodie. Gift certifi cates are

available. Personalized service

ensures that you’ll fi nd the

right ingredient, technique,

cookbook or device. Cooking

classes are offered, as is a

senior citizens’ discount.

Open daily on Route 390 in

Mountainhome; call (570) 595-

0370. Bon appétit!

Country Junction—”The

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ton, follow the in-house street

signs toward everything and

anything you need to make

your house a home. Home ac-

cents, giftware, antiques, and

novelties. Country Junction’s

Service Team installs fl ooring,

windows and doors, gutter,

garages, siding, lumber, fenc-

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Animal Country Puppies &

More, the K9er-Diner, Barn

Door Restaurant, free wildlife

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scape and garden items, and

a wine cellar with wine tast-

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go to the Junction online at

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Country Kettle—Upon entering

this famous Pocono Mountains

store, your fi rst reaction is likely

to be, “WOW! Look at all that

candy!” With over 250 barrels

of your favorite treats, all at the

same price, it’s sure to be an

enjoyable experience. You’ll

fi nd creamy fudge, mouth-

watering chocolates, gourmet

caramel corn, honey-toasted

peanuts, fl avored sesame

sticks, and many unique snack

mixes. Enjoy specialty jams,

jellies, marmalades, gourmet

mustards, hot sauces, and tasty

salsas. The Gift Shop features

jewelry from Swarovski and

John Medeiros. Browse

collectibles featuring Jim Shore,

Lenox, and Charming Tails.

Enjoy the fragrance of Yankee

Candles, Wood Wick Candles

and signature candles. Discover

kitchenware, garden fl ags

and stones, wind chimes, and

home accent décor. Business

Route 209, Marshalls Creek.

Open daily from 9:30 a.m. to

5:30 p.m. (570) 421-8970; see

www.country-kettle.com.

Dutch’s Shur Save—This

grocery store and more offers

fresh-baked goodies daily,

turning out breads, rolls,

pastries and cakes. Located at

1564 Route 507 in Greentown.

Phone: (570) 676-3373.

Groceries, fresh fruits and

vegetables, specialty foods,

greeting cards, notions and

potions, plants, cut fl owers

and arrangements, kitchen

helpers, and cold beer to go.

Cleaning and laundry supplies,

spices, sodas, candy, and fresh

delicatessen. A complete

market with convenience,

variety, and great service,

offering an enjoyable shopping

experience in the Lake Region.

Glass Hat—Featuring two

fl oors fi lled with elegant

glassware, antique oak and

country furniture, collectibles,

estate jewelry, pottery

and Depression glass. Tea

connoisseurs will enjoy the

cups and saucers, teapots and

tea accessories. A highlight is

the Christmas Room featuring

Santas, old and new ornaments

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Holistic Health Haven—Con-

veniently located at Pocono

Peddlers Village, (lower

level, far right hand side),

Rt. 611 in Tannersville, PA.

This gem of a retreat sells

everything you need to create

a relaxing environment: bath

and aromatherapy products,

relaxation and meditation CDs,

books, candles and incense.

You’ll also fi nd Reiki charged

jewelry, crystals and stones,

Reiki charged pendulums and

other beautiful items. Gift

certifi cates are available. Call

for retail store hours: (570) 629-

1696 or (570) 245-5049; visit:

www.poconoholistichaven.

com.

Holley Ross Pottery—This

amazing place, on Route

191 in La Anna, is a pottery

showroom, gift shop, and

studio where skilled craftsmen

produce beautiful wares. Up to

70% off popular items such

as Fiesta ware, stoneware,

mugs, glass, China sets, dolls,

planters and décor. See Holley

Ross’ very own Weeping Gold Pottery, plus candy dishes,

colored glassware, candles,

bean pots, sun catchers,

and highly collectible Polish Pottery. After shopping,

enter the woodland park for

a comfortable stroll. Cross a

sturdy suspended bridge into

a beautiful forest with sawdust

trails, picnic tables, and a

scenic 5-acre lake. Winter

store hours by appointment:

(570) 676-3248, and see

www.holleyross.com.

Hutton Metalcrafts—Offers an

array of unique handcrafted

metal works, copper lanterns,

lamps, candle lanterns, and

fi ne pewter ornaments and

necklaces. Route 940 in

Pocono Pines. Remembrances

and objects for the home are

manufactured on the premises.

One-of-a-kind copper trees by

Tom Hutton, hand-hammered

from a slab of solid copper,

silver brazed, then heat-colored

to produce rich greens on the

tops and reddish highlights on

the trunks. Purchase fi ne oil

paintings on glass and stone by

Xian Wei Xian, and gorgeous

solid copper wall sculptures.

Everything at Hutton Metalcrafts

is unique and exquisitely

beautiful. Call (570) 646-7778

for winter hours. Online:

www.copperlamps.com.

Kinsley’s ShopRite—Located

in Brodheadsville, this large

grocery store and pharmacy

fulfi lls your food and

household shopping needs.

In-store bakery, fresh produce,

and an ample selection of

all your favorites. The deli

counters have everything

for making fresh sandwiches

and platters, plus ready-made

salads and cooked dishes. Full

service pharmacy, wide aisles,

expansive displays, and plenty

of checkout counters. Play the

PA lottery here. On Route 209;

hours are Monday through

Saturday from 7 a.m. to 11

p.m., and Sundays from 8 a.m.

to 10 p.m.

Miss Elly’s Antiques & Such—

A multi-dealer shop at 518

Church Street off Main Avenue

in Hawley is destination all its

own. Affordable treasures, in-

cluding furniture, glass, pottery,

paintings and prints, vintage

clothing and textiles. Imported

foods include British marma-

lades and Scottish shortbreads.

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Mohegan Sun at Pocono

Downs, Highway 315, Wilkes-

Barre—Much more than a

gaming casino, Mohegan Sun

also features trendy boutiques

and epicurean delights.

Stroll the lavish shopping

promenade, where you’ll fi nd

fabulous accessories, including

jewelry and handbags, in Ruby

Blue. Crossing Vineyards Wine

& Cheese Shop is the place to

go to custom build your own

gourmet pairings. Nationwide

specialty retailer Brookstone

offers an assortment of

distinctive consumer products.

Go glam or dress down in

designer evening gowns, casual

wear, shoes and accessories

from Marshall Rousso. In

Northeastern Pennsylvania,

these specialty shops are

conveniently located under one

roof where you can also enjoy

gaming, fi ne dining, in-season

harness racing, televised sports

events on big screen TVs and

live music. (570) 831-2100;

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Pocono Cheesecake Factory—

”Love at First Bite.” Located on

Route 611 in Swiftwater, the

factory specializes in the fi ne

art of cheesecakery, crafting

it better than anyone else.

They sell only cheesecake

and other goods made fresh

on the premises. Choose

from a large variety of fl avors

and toppings. This is the best

cheesecake in the world, bar

none. Open daily from 10

a.m. to 6 p.m. (570) 839-6844;

www.poconocheesecake.com.

Pocono Tile Works—Serves

the entire four-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

[email protected]

to schedule an appointment

for your free, professional

consultation and estimate.

Pocono Tile Works is fully

insured, reliable and reputable,

and cheerfully provides

top-notch references and

recommendations.

Potting Shed—Gift shop, located

in The Settlers Inn in historic

Hawley, offers ever-changing

merchandise chosen with an

eye for quality craftsmanship

and environmental friendliness.

Each product line is natural

and emphasizes the Inn’s

commitment to green

hospitality practices. Find the

perfect gift or a must-have

item for yourself. Interesting

jewelry, innovative stationery,

gardening implements, and

works of pottery infl uenced

by the Arts and Crafts

movement; gift certifi cates


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Gifts • Souvenirs

Main Street (Rt.611)Mount Pocono

A wonderful shop filled to over-flowing witha variety of gifts you must see to believe!

are available. Find it at 4 Main

Avenue in Hawley. (570)

226-2993, (800) 833-8527;

www.thesettlersinn.com.

Second Story High End Thrift—

Located at 756 Business Route

209, across from Eagles Glen

Plaza in East Stroudsburg.

The place for resale shopping

afi cionados. This discriminating

store evinces the look and feel

of a high-end boutique, without

the high-end prices. Brand

name and designer apparel,

plus an ever-changing array

of accessories, shoes, bags,

artwork and décor pieces.

Distinctive, attractive furniture

is displayed throughout the

gallery setting, and sold at thrifty

prices. You’re encouraged to

open cabinets and drawers

to discover more one-of-a-

kind treasures. For hours and

more information, call Second

Story High End Thrift at (570)

420-9948.

Shawnee Gallery—Open

Tuesday through Sunday from

11 a.m. to 5 p.m. You’ll fi nd full

displays of art and crafts from

local artists and artisans, perfect

for memorable, enjoyable

gifts of quality. Choose from

watercolors, original oils,

jewelry, ceramics, metalwork,

fabrics, leather and woodwork.

Winter location: Shawnee Inn,

One River Road, Shawnee on

Delaware. (570) 420-9404;

www.shawneegallery.com.

Starting Gate Action Sports—

Route 209 in Bushkill is a year-

round sporting goods store.

For over 40 years, Starting

Gate has been catering to

sports enthusiasts, adventure

travelers and naturalists.

Complete lines from Burton,

Salomon, and K2, and tons

of cool apparel by Burton,

Volcom, O’Neill, Bonfi re,

and The North Face. Some

equipment is available to rent.

The friendly, knowledgeable

staff can recommend the best

local venue for your sport of

choice. Visit Starting Gate

and get set with top-notch

gear, accessories, and on-the-

scene information, everything

you need for your active

lifestyle. (570) 588-4807;

www.startinggateonline.com.

Teeters’ Furniture—Main

Avenue in Hawley, carries a

wide range of dining, living

room, upholstered, and

bedroom furniture displayed

in attractive gallery settings.

The inventory includes Tom

Seely, Simply Amish, Kincaid,

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Designer & High-End Clothing

Jewelry • Shoes & BagsArtwork • Furniture

Stanley. Quality, service, and

selection are hallmarks here.

Teeters’ has been selling

furniture since 1849! Delivery

and set-up are available. Open

Monday through Thursday

from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.;

Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.;

Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 5

p.m.; and Sunday from 12 p.m.

to 4 p.m. Furnish your primary

home, vacation home, or shop

for an enduring gift. Phone

(570) 226-3112, and visit

www.teetersfurniture.com.

The Spa at Mount Airy—44

Woodland Road, Mount

Pocono. Luxurious skincare

and spa product lines,

including Sothys Paris, OPI, Paul Mitchell, and herbal teas

by Nuwati. (570) 243-5230;

www.thespaatmountairy.com.

Theo B. Price Inc. Country

Store—Route 390 in Cresco

is stocked with 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 more at

this landmark store. You’ll also

fi nd everything you’d expect at

a hardware and lumber store

for your home and outdoor

needs. Browse the Sprag Mill

Art Gallery on the premises.

Open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.,

Monday through Saturday;

closed Sunday. (570) 595-2501;

www.theobprice.com.

Tobyhanna Station PA—Route

423. Model trains, rail videos,

memorabilia, souvenirs. (570)

894-3338.

Woehrle’s Bait Shop—Must-

stop if you plan to fi sh on the

Pocono Mountains’ pristine

streams and lakes. They’re

open daily, stocking healthy

live bait for all types of fi shing.

Choose from hellgramites, fat

heads, leeches, night crawlers,

minnows, red worms, giant

mealworms, crickets, wax

worms, and more. Woehrle’s

is just off Route 940 at Park

Avenue in Mount Pocono.

To fi nd out what’s biting

today, call “The Poconos’

Most Complete Bait Shop”

at (570) 839-7338, or visit

www.woehrlesbaitshop.com.

Snag a gift certifi cate for your

favorite angler.


SKI THE POCONO MOUNTAINSA PREMIER ski destination since 1946 when snowmaking was fi rst introduced, according

to USA Today’s Travel Tips, the Pocono Mountains boast seven ski resorts that cater to

every level of skier, snowboarder, snowblader and snowtuber. Blessed with an abundance

of natural beauty, the Poconos offer snow sports enthusiasts the opportunity to spend

more time on the slopes and less time standing in lines and driving through traffi c.

POCONO MOUNTAIN resorts and lodges offer a range of ski and stay packages, which

make elite winter sports available to more enthusiasts. Swank accommodations, such as

Skytop Lodge, French Manor in South Sterling and The Settlers Inn at Bingham Park,

bring top-of-the-line luxury to the peaceful Poconos.

Here’s a guide to planning your ski trip to the Pocono Mountains:

Camelback Ski Area—

Locals have always known that

Camelback deserves to be counted

among the top ski resorts on the

East Coast. As the sole East Coast

stop for the Nike Rail Jams ski and snowboard

event, now the rest of the country knows too.

Camelback features the most open acreage in the

Pocono Mountains and continuously hosts events

throughout the ski season, including Wednesday Night Race League, Mid-Atlantic Snowboard

Series Boardercross Weekend (January 27-29), Bag of Tricks Airbag Contest, Breast Cancer

Awareness Day (February 11) and adaptive races for skiers with physical limitations. Camelback

offers day and night skiing, four lodges, two rental shops, two terrain parks, halfpipe and

ski school. Enjoy a great meal slope side. Exit 299 off I-80 in Tannersville; (570) 629-1661;

www.skicamelback.com.

Big Boulder Ski Area—Rated a “Top

5 Terrain Park on the East Coast of Canada

and the United States” by Transworld Snowboarding, Big Boulder sports meticulously

groomed runs and expert-built features. For

families, the resort recently introduced a new park, “One,”

which offers a more mellow run. The Park’s website,

www.bigboulderPARK.com, is loaded with videos, photos,

blogs and updates about the many events that take place

there. Big Boulder offers 14 trails serviced by seven lifts,

night skiing, ski rentals, ski school and snowtubing. Lake

Harmony Road in Lake Harmony; (570) 722-0100;

www.jfbb.com.


This Year, Learn to Turn Shawnee Mountain and Fernwood Hotel team up to offer a Learn to

Turn package through March 30, 2012. The special two-day package includes

equipment, lessons, lift tickets and accommodations. Starting from just $306 for

two, Learn to Turn is the perfect mid-week getaway.

After a day on the slopes, head back to Fernwood to relax in the sauna,

soak in the hot tub or swim in the indoor pool. Add meals to your package for

an additional cost; Fernwood features several onsite eateries and pubs.

Shawnee Ski Area is located in beautiful Shawnee-on-Delaware. Fernwood

is in nearby East Stroudsburg.

For more information and reservations: (888) 337-6966;

www.fernwoodhotel.com.

Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain—A

family-friendly resort located in the most northern

tier of the Pocono Mountains on the scenic Upper

Delaware River, this is the perfect choice for children

to learn to ski and snowboard. Open for night

skiing most nights—ideal for after-school activities. Ski/snowboard

lessons and rentals are available. Big Bear hosts its popular Winter

Carnival on January 29. Hit the snow for Ski and Snowboard

Races, an all day scavenger hunt, lunch tray races and Ski Patrol

toboggan rides and much more. Carnival hours are from 9 a.m.

to 4:30 p.m. Karl Hope Blvd., Lackawaxen; (570) 685-1400;

www.ski-bigbear.com.

Shawnee Mountain Ski Area — Because of its easy

access from New York and

New Jersey and its awesome

snowmaking and grooming, New

Yorkers have voted Shawnee their favorite

Poconos ski destination, according to HuffPost/

AOL Travel. This is an ideal choice for intermediate

skiers. Shawnee hosts ongoing events including

Race Against Cancer (February 4), Take Your

Daughter/Son to the Snow Week (February 6-10) and Shawnee

Winter Carnival Day (February 26). The resort features halfpipe

area, snowboard park, ski school and clinics for every ability.

I-80, Exit 309, Hollow Road, Shawnee-on-Delaware; (570) 421-7231; www.shawneemt.com.

Jack Frost Mountain Ski Area—According

to HuffPost/AOL Travel, Jack Frost Ski Area is the best

place in the Pocono Mountains for serious skiers.

The majority of Jack Frost’s trails are intermediate

and advanced. But beginners, don’t despair. Your

Jack Frost lift ticket also entitles you to enjoy Big Boulder (and vice

versa), where you’ll fi nd a wealth of beginner-level trails. Day skiing

only at Jack Frost. Just off Route 940 in Blakeslee; (570) 443-8425;

www.jfbb.com.


Listings are subject to change;

contact the dining location for the

latest hours and menu information.

Restaurant & Brewery

I’DTAP THAT

Tannersville, PA 570-629-9399www.barleycreek.com

BEAR CREEK

Bear Creek Inne, Route 115;

(570) 472-9045: Serving delicious

food and drinks at reasonable prices

since 1972, the Bear Creek Inne

specializes in fresh seafood, steak,

veal and chicken. Casual dining in

a lovely country setting. Children’s

Menu 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 p.m., and Sundays at 12 p.m.

www.bearcreekinne.com.

BUSHKILL

Fernwood Hotel & Resort,

Route 209; (570) 588-9500: Great

food for all tastes and budgets.

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

featuring Pizza Hut, Scoops, and

a cafe. Wintergreen’s Bar and Grilloverlooks the lake and golf course.

Enjoy cocktails and entertainment.


EAST STROUDSBURG

Vocelli Pizza, 96 South

Courtland Street; (570) 424-1949:

Handcrafted dough mixed with

extra-virgin olive oil and a signature

pizza sauce that has been handed

down through generations. Catering

available. Order online, by phone or

pop in. Kids Corner, Gourmet Club

and Shoppe Di Vocelli. Route 611

in Tannersville by Smuggler’s Cove.

www.vocellipizza.com.

HAWLEY

Ehrhardt’s Waterfront

Resort & Restaurant, 205 Route

507; (570) 226-4388: Kick

back and enjoy this restaurant

located on Lake Wallenpaupack.

Featuring an enormous menu,

including steaks, seafood, salads,

appetizers, sandwiches and

gluten-free selections, Ehrhardt’s

is perhaps the defi nitive lakeside

destination. Open 7 days a week

at 11:30 a.m. Weekly specials, live

entertainment on Friday nights.

www.ehrhardts.com.

The Settlers Inn at Bingham

Park, 4 Main Avenue; (570)

226-2993, (800) 833-8527: An

artfully restored craftsman-style

hotel. Savor unique cuisine made,

when possible, with locally grown

produce, seasonal game and fi sh.

Enjoy artisan breads and desserts

baked onsite. Regularly scheduled

wine chats and dining events;

serving lunch and dinner daily.

Four-diamond AAA rating, Wine Spectator magazine award-winner,

and Historic Hotels of America

member. www.thesettlersinn.com.

LAKE HARMONY

Boulder View Tavern, South

Lake Drive; (570) 722-9696:

Weekly specials include Mon. 35-

cent Wing Night, Tues. King Crab

Legs, Wed. Pizza Night and more.

Huge imported and domestic wine

and beer selection. Experience a

friendly atmosphere and live music

while taking in the beautiful view of

Big Boulder Lake and Big Boulder

Ski Area. Ideal après ski spot.

www.boulderviewtavern.com.

The Resort at Split Rock,

One Lake Drive; (570) 722-9111:

Casual dining in a distinctive 4-

season destination resort, including

Bell’Ago Cuisine Italiano and


Bear Creek InneFresh Seafood, Steak,

Veal and Chicken

RT. 115, BEAR CREEK, PA570-472-9045Open 7 Days a Week

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the beautiful Galleria Restaurant. Bell’Ago is closed to the public

on Tuesdays. Split Rock features

ice cream parlor, fi rst-run movie

theater with concessions, fabulous

indoor waterpark, sports bar,

cocktail lounge, bowling lanes,

indoor pools and championship

golf with accompanying Sunset Green Restaurant & Bar, numerous

amenities and live entertainment.

www.splitrockresort.com.

MOUNT POCONO

The Original Bailey’s Rib &

Steakhouse, Route 611, just north

of Route 940; (570) 839-9678: This

quintessential Pocono Mountains

establishment features USDA Prime

steaks and the “Best Ribs in the

Poconos.” For lunch, enjoy burgers,

wings, chicken quesadillas, crab

cake sandwiches, satisfying salads,

and light selections. Delicious

dinner options include hand-cut

USDA Prime steaks, prime rib,

pasta, seafood, chicken, and slow-

cooked brisket and ribs. Great for

après ski. Families are welcome,

with a quality children’s menu

always available. Reservations are

accepted. Weather permitting, dine

outdoors on the beautiful deck.

www.baileyssteakhouse.com.

PARADISE VALLEY

Crescent Lodge & Country

Inn, routes 191 & 940; (570) 595-

7486, (800) 392-9400: For fi ne

dining, try Surf ‘n’ Turf, stuffed

trout, juicy sirloin with onion rings,

or chef’s special pasta. The Starting

Post Cocktail Lounge serves the

fi nest in spirits, with an excellent

Pub Menu. Live piano music

on weekends. Private cottages

feature whirlpools, fi replaces, and

decks; ask about the great lodging

packages. Enjoy walking and fi tness

trails, and check out the nearby

sports areas, spa, and casino.

www.crescentlodge.com.

POCONO MANOR

The Inn at Pocono Manor,

routes 314 & 940; (570) 839-7111:

The Exchange at Pocono Manor in

The Inn features eclectic American

cuisine with a continental fl air, plus

a global wine list. Enjoy refreshing

salads, homemade soups, fi let of

beef, chops, poultry and seafood.

Dinner is served from 6 p.m., every

evening. Casual dress, with collared

shirts for men; no shorts, T-shirts,

or sneakers. Historic 4-season

destination resort with fantastic

on-site activities and amenities.

www.poconomanor.com.

POCONO PINES

Van Gilder’s Jubilee

Restaurant & Pub in the Pines,

Route 940; (570) 646-2377: The

Jubilee, aka the Breakfast King of the Poconos, serves up the most

important meal of the day daily

from 7 a.m. until 3 p.m. 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. Established

in 1968. www.breakfastking.com.

SHAWNEE-ON-DELAWARE

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 beer, handcrafted

and brewed on the premises. The

contemporary and varied menu

features local produce, 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 certifi cates.

Open for lunch and dinner daily.

Live entertainment some weekends

and weekdays; available for

private parties and group events.

www.GemAndKeystone.com.

River Room, located on River

Road, at the historic Shawnee Inn

& Golf Resort. Ph: (570) 424-4000:

Breakfast features made-to-order

eggs and omelets, homemade

granola, smoothie of the day and

fresh fruits. The lunch and dinner

menus feature local specialties, such

as wild boar and rack of lamb, with

a variety of fi sh and pasta options.

Fine dining amid spectacular views.

www.shawneeinn.com.

SKYTOP

Skytop Lodge, Route 390;

(570) 595-7401, (800) 345-7759:

Historic Skytop Lodge boasts

2 extraordinary dining venues.

Lakeview Restaurant features

nouveau American cuisine served

amidst panoramic views of the

mountains, golf course and Skytop

Lake. International wine list. The

Windsor Dining Room, featuring

garden views, serves American fare

and a “wine of the evening.” Skytop

is a Wine Spectator Magazineaward-winner. Both restaurants offer

children’s menus and light entrees;

and both restaurants require men

to wear coats; ties are optional.

Appropriate attire for ladies is

suggested. www.skytop.com.

SOUTH STERLING

The French Manor Inn and

Spa, off Route 191, 8 miles south of

I-84 Exit 20; (570) 676-3244, (877)

720-6095: Gourmet French cuisine,

a superb wine list and a spectacular

mountain view from this castle-like

manor, which was modeled after

an estate in the south of France.

According to the Philadelphia Inquirer The French Manor serves

a “dinner fi t for a king.” Jackets

are required, and reservations are

suggested. Casual dining is available

in Hanna’s Café at The French


Junction Rts. 191&940• Paradise Valley800 392-9400 570 595-7486

www.crescentlodge.com

ACCOMMODATIONS HAVEFIREPLACES & WHIRLPOOLS

CASINO & SPA NEARBY

ExceptionaLFood and LODGING

ExceptionaLFood and LODGING

www.thesettlersinn.com 570-226-2993

Welcome Winter WarmersCozy Dinners. Drinks near the crackling fire.

Very romantic.

Manor. Four-diamond AAA rating.


TANNERSVILLE

Barley Creek Brewing

Company, Sullivan Trail &

Camelback Rd.; (570) 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

award-winning food, to the ales

and lagers. Originally an 1880’s

farmhouse, Barley Creek boasts a

big, rustic atmosphere, a deck for

brews with a view, pavilion and

wiffl e ball stadium available for

catering, private parties and pick-up

games. Barley Creek brews world-

class ales and lagers onsite in its own

English brewhouse. Free brewery

tours and beer tasting. Soups,

salads, pub fare, steaks, seafood,

daily specials and children’s menu.

www.barleycreek.com.

Smuggler’s Cove, Route 611;

(570) 629-2277: “Seafood King of

the Poconos.” Casual dining at its

best in this Pocono landmark and

family tradition for 30+ years. The

menu offers appetizers, soups,

salads, pasta, Allen Brother’s

prime rib and steaks, and the

largest selection of all your favorite

fresh seafood. Children’s menu.

Just minutes from the Crossings

Outlets and Camelback Mountain

Resort. Reservations are accepted,

and large parties are welcome.

www.smugglerscove.net.

Vocelli Pizza, Route 611 at

Smuggler’s Cove; (570) 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. Featuring catering, plus

online specials such as ordering,

coupons, Kids Corner, Gourmet

Club and Shoppe Di Vocelli. Visit

Vocelli’s at 96 South Courtland

Street in East Stroudsburg, too.

www.vocellipizza.com.

WILKES-BARRE

Mohegan Sun at Pocono

Downs, Highway 315; (888) 946-

4672. Pennsylvania’s premier

casino resort, serves up a list of

dining options that appeal to all

tastes. Ruth’s Chris Steak House is

one of the best-known restaurants in

the country. Rustic Kitchen features

Mediterranean. Timbers Buffet

honors the local cultural heritage

of the Mohegan tribe while offering

an array of all-you-can-eat options.

The hip and elegant Sunburst Bar

is the perfect place to sip cocktails

created with top-shelf liquors. The

casual, cool and comfortable Bar

Louie is a great place to grab an

over-stuffed sandwich or appetizers

and a signature drink. Sushi-lovers

will adore the sophisticated Pearl,

while kids’ faves, Johnny Rockets

and Hot Dog Hall of Fame, serve

up hamburgers and other American

classics. For fabulous fast food, try

Wolfgang Puck. Pacer’s Clubhouse

combines fi ne dining with amazing

ambience. All great meals deserve a

great dessert. Stop by Ben & Jerry’s

and Betty & Joe’s for a sweet

ending. www.poconodowns.com.


ENTERTAINMENT

Theater Year Round!Musicals, Comedies, Dramas

Children’s TheaterClasses and Camps

We Love Groups of All Sizes!

570-421-5093www.TheShawneePlayhouse.com

Information is

subject to change.

CAMELBACK, 1 Camelback

Road, Tannersville, presents

live music at its Thirsty Camel

Bar & Grill and at Glen Lodge.

Thirsty Camel schedule: January

28—Aardvarks, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.;

January 29—Pair of Nuts, 2 p.m.to

6 p.m.; February 3—Lonely Toby,

3 p.m. to 7 p.m.; February 4—No

Where Slow, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

(Coors Light Promo); February

5—Happy Medium, 2 p.m. to 6

p.m.; February 10—Pair of Nuts,

3 p.m. to 7 p.m.; February 11—

Pink Slip, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Sam

Adams Promo). Numerous events

take place at Camelback every

weekend. For more information:

(570) 629-1661, (800) 233-8100;


CRESCENT LODGE is an

elegant country inn resort on

Route 191 in Paradise Valley. Enjoy

exceptional food, with dinner music

on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays

by blues/jazz piano of Michael

Fossa. He has performed with TheDoors guitarist Robbie Krieger,

among other legends. Known for a

refi ned atmosphere of leisure and

fun; ask about lodging packages.

Spas, championship golf, horseback

riding, outlet shopping, outdoor

adventure park, indoor water park,

and a casino are nearby. Call (570)

595-7486 or (800) 392-9400; visit


EHRHARDT’S RESORT &

RESTAURANT features live music

on Friday nights. The lineup

includes Rich Horvath on January

27, Abbey Road on February 3

and 30 Pack Light on February 10.

205 Route 507; (570) 226-4388;

www.ehrhardts.com.

FERNWOOD HOTEL &

RESORT on Route 209 in Bushkill

offers luxury rooms and villas,

food court, sports pub, and

Tuscan Grille. In Wintergreens,

Wednesdays at 6 p.m., Brain Freeze

Trivia team trivia game for ages

21+, hosted by Gary “Big Brain”

in the Morning. Enjoy Karaoke on

the weekends. Live bands perform

every weekend at the Trolley Stop

Pub. Astor Room features well-

known performers. Entertainment

and many amenities are open to

the public, as well as to guests of

the resort. (570) 588-9500, and

see www.fernwoodhotel.com.

JACK FROST BIG BOULDER

offers extensive après-ski and an

entertainment destination in its

own right. Live music at Boulder

View Tavern, Cantina, Tbar and

E-2000 Fridays, Saturdays and

Sundays. Artists appearing include:

YMI: January 27 & 28, February 4,

February 11; Windfall Duo (vocals,

keyboard, sax): February 28; UUU:

January 28; Mother Nature’s

Sons: January 28, February 11;

Strawberry Jam: February 3; Jim

Roberti Band: February 4; Pair

of Nuts: February 4; Tribes Duo:

February 4; High Strung: February

10; The Approach: February

11; AcoustiKatz: February 11.

Check JFBB website for venues,

performers, dates and times:

www.jfbb.com/events/music. Big

Boulder, 1 South Lake Drive, Lake

Harmony, (570) 570-443-8425.

Jack Frost, 1 Jack Frost Mountain

Road, Blakeslee, (570) 443-8425.

MOHEGAN SUN AT

POCONO DOWNS features

popular local bands and duos in

two of its venues—Breaker’s and

Bar Louie. Catch the stellar Marko

Marcinko Trio Jazz Band every

Friday (6 p.m.-9 p.m.) and Saturday

(8:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m.) at Ruth’s

Chris Steak House. Thursdays, the

Steakhouse presents guitar trio

The Blend. Highway 315 in Wilkes-

Barre. (570) 831-2100.

SHAWNEE INN AND GOLF

RESORT in Shawnee-on-Delaware.

The River Room Piano Bar and

Lounge is the perfect spot for

great music. On Fridays and

Saturdays, from 8 p.m. to midnight,

the talented and versatile pianist

Flo Powell—also known as Lady

Flo—dazzles with her extensive

repertoire, which includes the

works of Duke Ellington, Gershwin,

Louis Armstrong, Cole Porter,

Barbra Streisand, Alicia Keys, Stevie

Wonder, Bill Joel, Lionel Richie,

Dionne Warwick, Billie Holliday

and many more. Stools around the

piano allow sing-a-long patrons to

be close to the action. (570) 424-

4000; (800) 742-9633.

THE INN AT POCONO

MANOR—Lamplighter Lounge

open from 11:30 a.m. and closing,

as late as 2 a.m. Entertainment

available Fridays & Saturdays.


Après Ski in the Pocono Mountains After a day or night on the slopes, what could be

better than to kick back with a drink, refuel with a tasty meal

and soak up the superb atmosphere that characterizes the

Pocono Mountains?

Here are four fabulous places to get your après-ski on:

BARLEY CREEK BREWING COMPANY—Grab a burger or

sandwich. Savor award-winning wings. Children love the

Kid’s Menu and game room. Naturalists love the “greening”

of Barley’s: 165 solar panels installed on the roof, LED lights,

hand dryers and other eco-friendly moves. Bonus: Barley

Creek makes its own beer. Tannersville; (570) 629-9399;

www.barleycreek.com.

BOULDER VIEW TAVERN—Overlooking Boulder Lake and Big Boulder Ski area, this laidback bar/restaurant

features barbeque ribs, salads, great appetizers, desserts, wines and beers. Kids menu. Bonus: live bands every

weekend. Lake Harmony; (570) 722-9696; www.boulderviewtavern.com.

FERNWOOD RESORT—Pop into the Trolley Stop Pub for drinks, casual fare and live entertainment. Mamma

Bella’s Tuscan Grille features fi ne dining Italian-style. Bonus: Karaoke and trivia contests. East Stroudsburg; (888)

327-6966; www.fernwoodhotel.com.

GEM AND KEYSTONE—Featuring local ShawneeCraft Beer and vegetarian-friendly menu, Gem and Keystone

is always a hit with visitors from New York and Philadelphia. Bonus: in season goodies plucked straight from

its Shawna Farm and other foods raised as sustainably as possible. Shawnee-on-Delaware; (570) 424-0990;

www.gemandkeystone.com.

Route 314 and One Manor Drive.

(570) 225-0167; (888) 374-1295.

THE SHAWNEE PLAYHOUSE

on River Road in Shawnee-on-

Delaware presents Those Fantastic

Forties! Show times: January 28

at 8 p.m. and January 29 at 2

p.m. Also on slate is Ken White’s

Visions of Johanna, a wonderfully

written full-length comedic winner

of the 2011 Shawnee One Act

Winner Series. This original play

centers on Stuart, who has lost his

purpose in life. But a knock on the

door may propel him into a new

reality of fl ying horses, southern

cooking and, best of all, love.

Show times: February 4 & 11: 8

p.m.; February 5, 10 & 12: 2 p.m.

Tickets for all shows are $18 for

adults; $15 for seniors and $10 for

children under 12. Call (570) 421-

5093, email shawneeplayhouse@

hotmail.com, and see

www.TheShawneePlayhouse.com.

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o b u m w BAIT & TACKLE

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,

and more. Celebrating 30+

years in business, this complete

bait shop is open every day,

all year. (570) 839-7338;


BOWLING

Split Rock Resort, One Lake

Drive, Lake Harmony. 8-lane

bowling center in the resort’s

spacious Galleria is open to

general public and resort’s

guests, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Beautiful lanes, digital scoring,

and concessions. (570) 722-

9111; www.splitrockresort.com.

CLIMBING

The Adventure Center at

Skytop Lodge, Route 390

and Dutch Hill Road, Skytop.

Outdoor 30’ climbing wall; 8

stations, from beginner to very

advanced. Custom built with

a real rock look and feel, and

300+ moveable handholds.

Classes available, day use fee,

top rope belaying; weight up to

310 pounds. (570) 595-8988;

www.skytop.com.

COUNTRY SKIING

The Inn at Pocono Manor, Route

314 in Pocono Manor via Route

611 or Route 940. Call (570)

839-7111 for operating hours;


Skytop Lodge, off Route 390

in Skytop. XC skiing is offered

to guests of the resort. Ski

rentals are available. (570)

595-7401, (800) 345-7759;

www.skytop.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.



VISIT SKICAMELBACK.COM

FIND OUT HOW

Rentals. (570) 588-4807;


DOGSLEDDING


Route 314 in Pocono Manor

via Route 611 or Route

940. Call (570) 839-7111 for

operating hours. Web site:


FLY FISHING INSTRUCTION

The Orvis Shop at Skytop Lodge,

Route 390, Skytop. Instruction

for the novice fl y fi sher covering

casting, entomology, wading,

knot tying, etc. in a classroom

and on the water; equipment

provided. Private lessons and

guide service. Waters open to the

public, for a fee, for fl y fi shing only.

(570) 595-8929, (570) 595-7401;

www.skytop.com.

The Rod & Gun Club at The Inn

at Pocono Manor, Route 314 in

Pocono Manor via Route 611 or

Route 940. Lessons for beginners

to experienced anglers,

classroom and streamside.

Cast & Stay Packages available.

Scenic 2.5 miles of remote fl y-

fi shing open to the public for

a fee. Call (570) 839-3908

or email poconosports@

p o c o n o m a n o r . c o m ;


GEOCACHING

The Adventure Center at

Skytop Lodge, Route 390 and

Dutch Hill Road, Skytop. A 30-

minute Geocaching and GPS Basics class teaches how to

fi nd a Skytop geocode with

Global Positioning System units.

Complete the class, and rent

a GPS to locate your choice of

caches. Registration is suggested

and minimum age is 13 without

a parent/guardian. (570) 595-

8988; www.skytop.com.

HORSEBACK RIDING


Route 209 in Bushkill. Year-round

horseback riding is available

on the beautiful grounds of

the resort. (888) 337-6966;



Route 314 in Pocono Manor

via Route 940 or Route 611.

Year-round horseback riding on

gorgeous, scenic trails. Horse-

drawn hay rides and sleigh

rides in season. Phone: (570)

839-6237; email: stables@

poconomanor.com; web site:


KART RACING

S & S Speedways Indoor Go-

Karts, Business Route 209 in

Snydersville. High-powered go-

karts with slick tires. Experience is

similar to real track racing. Single-



person ride; must be at least 54”

tall. Video arcade and snack bar.

Hours are Thursday and Friday 5

p.m.-10 p.m., Saturday 12 p.m.-10

p.m., Sunday 12 p.m.-7 p.m., and

Monday through Wednesday 12

p.m.-5 p.m. Use the display ad

for a Free Race. (570) 420-5500;

www.ssspeedways.com.

PAINTBALL

The Adventure Center at Skytop

Lodge, Route 390 and Dutch

Hill Road, Skytop. Play paintball

on 5 fi elds with games in and

out of the woods including

speedball. Equipment available,

outside paint not permitted; all

paintballs must be purchased

at the Adventure Center.

Minimum age 10 with waiver

signed by guardian. Paintball

shooting gallery with no age

restriction. (570) 595-8988;

www.skytop.com.


Route 209 in Bushkill. Guests

can play Destination Paintballat a discount. (888) 337-6966;


SKI AREAS

Big Boulder Ski Area, Lake

Harmony Road in Lake

Harmony; use I-80, exit 284,

follow Route 115 to Route 903

to Lake Harmony Road. 14 trails

serviced by 7 lifts and 100%

snowmaking, with night skiing,

ski rentals, ski school, snowboard

park and snowtubing. (570) 722-

0100; www.jfbb.com.

Camelback Ski Area, 3½

miles from I-80 exit 299 in

Tannersville. With 33 trails and

14 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

slope side accommodations

available. (570) 629-1661;


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. (570)

443-8425; 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. Ski

schools and clinics available

for all abilities. Ask about deals

and packages. (570) 421-7231;

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. (570) 685-

1400 or; www.ski-bigbear.com.

SLEDDING



611 or Route 940. Call the resort

at (570) 839-7111 for operating

hours, www.poconomanor.com.

SNOWTUBING

Big Boulder Ski Area, Lake

Harmony Road in Lake

ski-bigbear.com • 570.685.1400Located just outside Hawley

Ski, Snowboard, Tube!18 trails,

100% snowmaking,terrain park, night skiing!

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Sun. & Mon., 9am – 4:30pm Wed. & Thurs., Noon – 9pm Friday & Sat., 9am – 9pm

Closed Tuesday



Harmony; use I-80, exit 284,

follow Route 115 to Route 903

to Lake Harmony Road. 14 trails

serviced by 7 lifts and 100%

snowmaking, with night skiing,

ski rentals, ski school, snowboard

park and snowtubing. (570) 722-

0100; 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. (570) 629-1661;



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 and 4-hour night

sessions Thursday through

Monday; closed Tuesday and

Wednesday. (888) 337-6966;


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. (570)

443-8425; 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 2 lifts are all lighted for day

or night tubing. Use the display

ad coupon for special savings on

tubing, all season. (570) 421-7231;

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, (570) 685-1400;


SNOWSHOEING



611 or Route 940. Call the resort

at (570) 839-7111 for operating

hours; 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.



Rt. 940 & Park Ave., Mt. Pocono

WOEHRLE‛SBAIT SHOP

THE POCONOS’ MOSTCOMPLETE BAIT SHOP

www.woehrlesbaitshop.com

839-7338OPEN ALL YEAR!

We Also Have Crickets& Hellgramites!

Route 209, Bushkill, PA570-588-6682

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BUSINESS RT. 209, SNYDERSVILLE 570-420-5500 WWW.SSSPEEDWAYS.COM

Family Fun! - Open Every Day! - Must be 54” to Drive!

Hours: Thurs./Fri. 5-10 • Sat. 12-10 • Sun. 12-7 • Mon./Wed. 12-5ASK ABOUT OUR ROOKIE SPECIAL!

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First Shop on the Roadto Camelback!

SKIS • SNOWBOARDSSNOW BLADES

Sullivan Trail Tannersville, PA

(570) 629-4668Fax: (570) 629-4656

(570) 595-7401, (800) 345-7759;

www.skytop.com.

SPORTING CLAYS

The Rod & Gun Club at Pocono

Manor, Route 314, via Route

611 or Route 940, Pocono

Manor. Multi-station clay course

spanning 120+ acres. High-fl ying

teal, rolling rabbits, and fast

crossing and incoming birds;

scenic woodland course. Walk

or ride along the stream between

stations. Trained staff assists with

1st round. Instruction, gun rentals,

ammo, and gear. Appointment

required. Phone: (570) 839-

3908; email poconosports@

poconomanor.com; web site:


The Orvis Shop at Skytop Lodge,

Route 390, Skytop. Regulation,

12-station sporting clay range

open to the public. Suitable for

beginners, with challenges for

experienced. Instruction and gun

rentals. Appointment required.

(570) 595-8929, (570) 595-7401;

www.skytop.com.

SPORTS EQUIPMENT

Pocono Ski Rentals, Sullivan Trail,

Tannersville. Skis, snowboards,

snow blades, and other snow

sports equipment, including

hats, gloves, goggles, jackets.

Day, multi-day, seasonal rentals.

Full retail shop; full service shop

offering quick tune-ups and

waxing. Open every day, with

35+ years in business. (570) 629-

4668.

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. (570) 588-4807;


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

30+ years in business, a

complete bait shop open every

day, all year. (570) 839-7338;


TRAIN RIDES

Steamtown National Historic

Site in Scranton, I-81 exit 185

Shawnee Mountain

Ski Area


(Central Scranton Expressway),

left at light to Lackawanna Avenue,

follow signs to Steamtown.

Cross-country steam-powered

and historic diesel-driven rail

excursions, working roundhouse

and turntable, 2 museums, Park

Theatre, and Visitors Center.

(570) 340-5200, (888) 693-9391;

www.nps.gov/stea.

WATERPARKS

Split Rock Resort & Golf Club,

Wolf Hollow Road in Lake

Harmony. H2Oooohh. indoor

waterpark with family raft ride,

body slides, multi-level splash

playground, children’s activity

pool, wave pool, whirlpools,

and Flowrider simulated wave

machine. Lockers and snack

bar. (570) 722-9901,(800)

255-7625, or (570) 722-9111;

www.splitrockresort.com.

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The Art of Ice FishingThe Art of Ice Fishing With a lure all its own, Ice Fishing is equal parts action, relaxation, contemplation and exhilaration. Due to

an abundance of pristine lakes, streams and rivers, the Pocono Mountains are the perfect place to get hooked

on this popular winter sport.

To make the most of an Ice Fishing expedition, consider taking a course. The Pocono Environmental

Education Center (PEEC) offers several courses for learning basics and beyond. Cost is minimum—$10—and all

equipment is provided. The PEEC courses don’t require you to have a fi shing license. See Current Events in this

magazine and visit the PEEC online at www.peec.org for dates and times of courses.

If you have a fi shing license and are ready to tackle an Ice Fishing outing, remember to follow these

safety measures:

❅❅ Dress in warm layers.

❅ Use an auger to test the thickness of the ice before stepping on to it.

Four inches of solid ice are recommended for a small group.

❅❅ Blue/black ice is stronger than milky white ice.

❅ Perimeter ice is weaker than ice further away from the banks.

Avoid areas with protruding docks, logs and plants, which can

absorb heat and damage the ice.

❅❅ Changing air temperatures and standing water on ice can crack

ice. Stay away from areas where cracks meet or intersect.

❅ Never Ice Fish alone.

❅❅ Always wear a life jacket.

32 This Week in the Poconos32 This Week in the Poconos

BIG BOULDER BIG BOULDER SKI AREASKI AREAI-80 Exit 284,Take Rt. 115S,

turn right on Rt. 903Sand follow the signs

to entrance

MOUNTAIN INFO:15 Slopes Beginner

to Advanced7 Chair Lifts

Snowboarding Terrain Parks

17 Snowtubing Chutes

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CAMELBACK CAMELBACK MOUNTAINMOUNTAIN

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on Interstate 80Follow the signs to

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34 Trails Beginner to Expert 20 Acres of Terrain Park • Competition Size Halfpipe • 14 Lifts • Lighted for

Night Skiing • 800’ Vertical100% Snowmaking

Average Annual Snowfall 50”All Levels, Snowsports School

Rentals • On-Site NurseryRestaurants & Lounges with Live Music

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Ski Big Bear’sWinter Carnival A day of fun and games awaits snow sports enthusiasts at Ski Big

Bear at Masthope Mountain on January 29. Stoke your competitive

fever in Ski and Snowboard races and a Big Air contest. Test your

sleuthing skills in an all-day scavenger hunt on the mountain. The Carnival also features lunch tray races and Ski

Patrol toboggan rides. Purchase a lift ticket for entree to all the outdoor fun.

Carnival goers can head to the rental shop for a wax and sharpen, and visit the Lodge for raffl es, live

entertainment, free blood pressure screenings and more. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain is located at 192 Karl Hope Blvd., Lackawaxen. For more information:

(570) 685-1400; www.ski-bigbear.com.


SHAWNEEMOUNTAINMOUNTAIN

I-80 Exit 309,Shawnee-on-Delaware, PA

MOUNTAIN INFO:23 Slopes & Trails

2 Terrain ParksSnowtubing Park • 11 Lifts:

2 Quads, 4 Double & 5 CarpetsSummit Elevation: 1,350’

Vertical Drop: 700’Longest Trail: 5,100’

Average Annual Snowfall: 50”100% Snowmaking

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turn left on Rt. 940Wand follow the signs

to entrance on the right

MOUNTAIN INFO:24 Slopes Beginner to Expert

9 Chair Lifts Snowboarding Free-style

Terrain Park5 Snowtubing ChutesSmoke-Free Lodge

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BUILDERS, SERVICES,

NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION

Liberty Homes, Route 940,

Pocono Lake; (570) 646-4600;

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Quality Pocono building since

1978. There’s never been a better

time to build than right now.

Offering House/Land packages

close to skiing, rafting, shopping,

good schools and major commuter

routes. The Lakewood model

features custom glass, 3 bedrooms

including a master bedroom which

overlooks an enormous great

room. Community offers pool,

golf course and club house. Prices

start at just $670 per month for

qualifi ed buyers. Liberty Homes:

luxury living made affordable.

Pocono Builders Association,

745 Main Street, Stroudsburg.

The Pocono Builders Association

(PBA) Contractor Quality Commitment program, formulated

in conjunction with Pennsylvania

Builders Association guidelines,

provides positive support by

establishing criteria for members,

developing and enforcing standards

of excellence for reputable

contractors, and educating the

general public as to the benefi ts of

receiving services from reputable

contractors. The PBA identifi es

acceptable levels of industry

professionalism, a procedure for

new and existing members, and

provides a method for handling

customer complaints. Give the PBA

a call at (570) 421-9009, and learn

more at www.poconobuilders.org.

Pocono Tile Works, exceptional

custom tile design and installation.

Marble also a specialty. See genuine

examples of their quality work at

www.poconot i l eworks . com,

and phone (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 of roofi ng,

siding, kitchens and baths, decks,

insulation, fl ooring. Open daily.

Phone (610) 377-8400.

REAL ESTATE AGENCIES

Century 21 Select Group, Route

940 in Pocono Pines, and Route

940 in Pocono Lake at Locust

Lake Village. Real estate sales and

vacation rentals in Lake Naomi,

Locust Lake, Timber Trails, and

Pinecrest Lake. Call Pocono Pines

at (800) 588-1808 or (570) 646-

3600, or Pocono Lake at (800)

588-2808 or (570) 646-8844,

email [email protected];

see www.c21PoconoPines.com.


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Rt. 940, Pocono Lake • 570 646-4600* Prices to qualified buyers with 5% down, 5% APR, fixed for 30 years based on $162,900 to qualified buyers. Subject to change without notice. Ask for details.

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Starting at just $670 per month, INCLUDING Land, Water & Sewage.*

Lake Naomi Real Estate, Inc., at

routes 940 & 423 in Pocono Pines.

Specializing in Lake Naomi/Timber

Trails sales and vacation rentals; a

family tradition since 1964. Call

(800) 537-1479 or (570) 646-2222,

and see www.lakenaomi.com.

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Lake Naomi Real Estate, Inc.,

at routes 940 & 423 in Pocono

Pines. Specializing in Lake Naomi/

Timber Trails sales and vacation

rentals; a family tradition since

1964. Lake Naomi is a nationally-

acclaimed four-season recreational

community, perfect for a vacation

home. Call (800) 537-1479

or (570) 646-2222, and see

www.lakenaomi.com.

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at (800) 588-1808 or (570) 646-


588-2808 or (570) 646-8844;



Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route

209 in Bushkill. Spacious villas,

on-premises restaurants, fi tness

center, swimming, championship

golf, horseback riding, hiking/

biking, live entertainment, special

events, and winter sports with

snow tubing. Call (888) 337-6966;

and see www.fernwoodhotel.com.

Lake Naomi Real Estate, Inc.,

at routes 940 & 423 in Pocono

Pines. Specializing in Lake Naomi/

Timber Trails sales and vacation

rentals. Lake Naomi is a nationally-

acclaimed four-season recreational

community, perfect for a vacation

home. Call (800) 537-1479

or (570) 646-2222, and see

www.lakenaomi.com.


ARTSPACE GALLERY, 18 North

7th Street, Stroudsburg. Gallery of

the Pocono Arts Council, the arts

leadership, service, and education

organization serving the 4-county

Pocono Mountains region with the

mission Culture Builds Community!Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 4

p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 12 p.m.

to 4 p.m. Shows, displays, events,

exhibits. Call (570) 476-4460; see

www.poconoarts.org.

BELL SCHOOL, on Cherry Valley

Road in Stormsville, southwest of

Stroudsburg. The circa-1860 one-

room school served students until

1953. Artifacts, photos, guided

tours. Presented and maintained

by Monroe County Historical Association. Open seasonally

and by appointment. Donations

accepted. Call (570) 421-

7703, email [email protected], see

www.monroehistorical.org.

BETHEL ONE-ROOM SCHOOL;

from Route 6 at Indian Orchard,

take Route 652 east for 1 mile, turn

right onto Bethel School Road, travel

a mile to the schoolhouse on left.

Administered by the Wayne County

Historical Society, 810 Main Street,

Honesdale. See the one-room

school, built circa 1872, during

open houses and by appointment.

Call (570) 253-3240, or visit

www.waynehistorypa.org.

CALDER HOUSE MUSEUM, Route

191 and Pine Mill Rd. in Equinunk.

Historical displays, exhibits, and

programs hosted by the Equinunk

Historical Society. Also see the

restored Joel Hill Water-Powered Sawmill on Duck Harbor Road

off Route 191 at Lookout. A

National Historic Site. Phone

(570) 224-6722 for a schedule

to see the mill in operation; visit


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. Visit 9:30 a.m. to

5:30 p.m. daily. Call (570) 325-3673

or (888) JIM-THORPE, and see

www.JimThorpe.org.

COLUMNS MUSEUM, 608 Broad

Street, Milford. The restored 1904

neo-classical home is the museum of

the Pike County Historical Society.

Highlighting the “Bloody Lincoln

Flag,” placed under President

Lincoln’s head after he was shot

at Ford’s Theater. Exhibits on

philosopher Charles Sanders Peirce,

and Father Francis Craft, liaison at

The Battle of Wounded Knee and

1st white Chief of the Sioux. WWII

posters, propaganda, weapons,

uniforms. Genealogical research

Celebrate the Blues at12th Annual Winterfest The Pocono Bluegrass and Folk Society kicks off its 12th

Annual Winterfest music festival on Friday, January 27. The

Friday night concert at the Driebe Freight Station, 537 Ann

Street, Stroudsburg, features The Lost Ramblers and Plexigrass.

The three-day event, showcasing the talents of outstanding

performers, is a winter boon for all musicians, music lovers and

their families. Winterfest features Friday and Saturday night jam

sessions, open mics and band contests held at the Cedar Room

of the Pocono Inne Towne in Stroudsburg.

Enjoy the sounds of banjos, guitars, fi ddles and acoustic

instruments. Bring your own instruments—jamming is

encouraged at most of the weekend’s activities. Noon shows on Saturday and Sunday are held at the Elks Lodge,

260 Washington Street, East Stroudsburg. Saturday’s featured performers include The Wallace Brothers Band,

Chasing Blue, Plexigrass and The Lost Ramblers.

On Sunday, Country Grass and the Water Gap Band light up the stage. Kids’ programs throughout the

weekend include workshops hosted by Peter Tawny. Weekend tickets are $30; Saturday’s show is $20; and

Sunday’s is $15. Teens (12-17) are $10; children under 12 are free. For more information: (570) 992-2259;

www.poconobluegrass.org.


Rt. 209, Bushkill570-588-9338

Pocono IndianMuseum

& Gift Shop

Receive1/2 PriceAdult Tour

Admission with One Paid Adult

Admissionwww.poconoindianmuseum.com


information, maps, photographs.

Seasonal Museum. Open

Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday

September through June, and

Wednesday through Sunday in July

and August. Call (570) 296-8126; see

www.pikecountyhistoricalsociety.

org.

COOLBAUGH TOWNSHIP

HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION

MUSEUM, in the Township

Complex, 5550 Memorial

Boulevard, Route 611, Tobyhanna.

Ice harvesting, the military, extensive

photo collection, and artifacts.

Programs, displays, speakers,

and historical, social, and cultural

events. Admission to the museum

is free, donations appreciated, tours

by appointment. Regular hours are

Mondays 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., and

Saturdays June through September

from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Meetings

are the 3rd Monday at 7 p.m.,

except December. Phone (570)

894-4207 or (570) 839-7306; see

www.coolbaughtwp.org.

CRESCO STATION MUSEUM,

Sand Spring Road off Route 390

at Cresco Railroad Depot. Antique

toys, anthracite coal mine display,

diorama of the 1764 John Price

homestead, churches of Barrett

Township, P.O.S. of America Lodge,

Civil War, and early Boy Scout

displays. Craftsmen demonstrate

old-time skills. Free; donations

accepted. Art shows, socials, and

music programs. Administered by the

Barrett Township Historical Society;

call (570) 595-6157, and visit

www.barretthistory.org.

DORFLINGER GLASS MUSEUM

in the Dorfl inger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary, Long Ridge Road,

White Mills. Highlighting the life

of Christian Dorfl inger, creator of

fi ne crystal and cut glass, educated

at the Cristalleries de Saint Louisin France. In 1865, he built a glass

factory and town of 100 homes to

design and produce lead crystal.

Largest collection of Honesdale

Glass in the world, plus period

antiques and factory artifacts. Open

Wednesday through Saturday from

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from

1 p.m. to 4 p.m.; call (570) 253-

1185 and see www.dorfl inger.org.

DRIEBE FREIGHT STATION, 537

Ann Street next to McMichaels

Park, Stroudsburg. Restored 1882

railroad freight station housing

a working model train display,

industrial exhibits, general store,

music exhibits, and gift shop.

A 1923 Chestnut Hill Railroad

caboose displays memorabilia.

Phone (570) 424-1776 to schedule

a visit; donation suggested.

THE ANTOINE DUTOT MUSEUM

& GALLERY, Main Street, Route 611

in Delaware Water Gap. Housed in

a brick schoolhouse circa 1850 with

rotating fi ne art exhibits in a 1st-fl oor

gallery, and 2nd-fl oor museum of

local history featuring a preserved

schoolroom. Sit at an antique desk,

view a slide show of local history,

and see memorabilia. Open from

1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends.

Phone (570) 476-4240; visit

www.dutotmuseum.com.

EAST STROUDSBURG UNIVER-

SITY Madelon Powers Art Gallery,

Fine and Performing Arts Center,

Normal and Marguerite streets,

East Stroudsburg. Open Monday/

Wednesday/Friday from 11 p.m. to

4 p.m. and Tuesday/Thursday from

11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Phone (570) 422-

3483; see www.esu.edu.

ECKLEY MINERS’ VILLAGE, 10

miles east of Hazleton on Highland

Road, 3 miles off Route 940. Re-

live history in a coal miners’ patch

town. Founded in 1854, Eckley was

an anthracite-mining community of

company-owned homes. In 1971, the village became a living museum with miners’ homes, churches, company store, and doctor’s offi ce. Open year ‘round, administered by the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission. Guided walking tours available; call (570) 636-2070, seewww.eckleyminersvillagemuseum.com.

EQUINUNK HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 1972 Pine Mill Road in Equinunk; listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Collects, preserves, and interprets the history of the Upper Delaware River corridor, from prehistoric times. Books, documents, photographs, cultural objects, educational programs, lectures, special events, library, genealogy, and publications. School room, loom room, farm room, and Stockport Room. Call (570) 224-6722, email [email protected]. Calder Museum, Calder Corner Shop, and Civil War-era Joel Hill water-powered sawmill; see www.rootsweb.com/~paehs.

GREY TOWERS NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE in Milford, former home of Pennsylvania Governor and founder of the US Forest Service, Gifford Pinchot. The 1886 French chateau/mansion serves as a museum and conference center under the stewardship of the USDA Forest Service. Guided tours, special events. From Route 6, turn on Old Owego Turnpike, go ¼ mile to the entrance. Call (570) 296-9630; see www.greytowers.org orwww.fs.fed.us/gt.

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OLD MAUCH CHUNK LANDING,

Route 209 in Jim Thorpe. A former

New Jersey Central Railroad Station, built in 1888 to serve a

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 9:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. daily.

Call (570) 325-3673 or (570) 421-

5791; visit www.jimthorpe.org.

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.

Dedicated to preserving the history

of winter sports in Pennsylvania,

open to the public free of charge.

Call Camelback at (570) 629-1661;

see www.skicamelback.com and

www.paskimuseum.org.

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 a 1/2-

price tour admission with a full-

price adult tour admission. Excellent

gift shop, gift certifi cates available.

Open daily except Christmas,

Easter, and Thanksgiving; adjacent

to Starting Gate Action Sports.

Phone (570) 588-9338; 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.

SHAWNEE GALLERY is open

Tuesday through Sunday from 11

a.m. to 5 p.m., and Fridays ‘til 8 p.m.

through the month of December, at

116 Worthington just off River Road

in Shawnee-on-Delaware. You’ll fi nd

full displays of art and crafts from

local artists and artisans, perfect

for memorable, enjoyable gifts of

quality. Choose from watercolors,

original oils, jewelry, ceramics,

metalwork, fabrics, leather, and

woodwork. For more information:

(570) 420-9404. Browse pieces for

sale at www.shawneegallery.com.

SLATE BELT HERITAGE CENTER,

30 North First Street, Route 191,

Bangor. Self-guided tour of 9 rooms

honoring founders and industries;

Slate Room, Textile Room, Welsh

Room, Cornish Room, WWII Home

Front Room, artifacts, videos,

and data collection information.

Chairlift available. Fire Museum

exhibit with Bangor’s 1st fi re truck.

Open Saturday, Sunday, and by

appointment. Free. Call (610)

588-8615 or (610) 588-3434; visit

www.slatebeltheritage.com.

STEAMTOWN NATIONAL

HISTORIC SITE, 150 S. Washington

Ave., Scranton. Only National

Park devoted to steam railroading.

Locomotive and railroad equipment

displays, museum, and train rides.

Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily except

Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New

Year’s. Exit 185 off I-81, Central

Scranton Expressway; entrance at

Lackawanna and Cliff avenues. Call

(570) 340-5200 or 1-888-693-9391;

see www.nps.gov/stea.

STROUD MANSION & LIBRARY,

900 Main Street, Stroudsburg. Built

by Jacob Stroud in 1795, housing

artifacts and exhibits of Monroe

County; hosted by the Monroe County Historical Association.

Elizabeth D. Walters Library with

extensive genealogical materials,

museum, library, and gift shop.

Open Tuesday through Friday

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 1st and

3rd Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.;

guided tours 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Admission. Call (570) 421-7703; see

www.monroehistorical.org.

TOBYHANNA TRAIN STATION

& MUSEUM, Route 423 in

Tobyhanna. Hosted by the Pocono Rail Historical Society, open

seasonally and for special events.

Tour the restored facility and see

how it was when the station was

bustling. Rail videos, running model

train layouts, memorabilia, railroad

art, and souvenirs. Free; donations

accepted. Call (570) 894-3338.

WALLENPAUPACK HISTORICAL

SOCIETY, Lake Wallenpaupack.

Williams House, 103 Manor

Woods Court in Paupack off Route

507, has tools, guns, weaving

implements, artifacts, and a sleigh;

by appointment. Palmyra Township Building off Gumbletown Road has

wallpaper tools, early woodworking

tools, and bells from 1-room schools;

8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Monday through

Thursday. PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Centeroff Route 6 has Ray LaTournou’s

Dorfl inger glass collection, glass

blowing tools, samples, and artifacts;

Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to

4 p.m. Call (570) 226-8980; see

www.wallenpaupackhistorical.org.

WAYNE COUNTY HISTORICAL

SOCIETY MUSEUM RESTORED

JASON TORREY LAND OFFICE

BUILDING, 810 Main Street,

Honesdale. Delaware and Hudson Canal Company offi ce, a National

Historic Landmark; Americana

exhibits, library with climate-

controlled storage of artifacts

and documents. Wayne County

exhibit, Honesdale glass, quilt and

photo displays, Native American

artifacts, and Movin’ Energy

display. Call (570) 253-3240; see



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BUSHKILL

Fernwood Hotel & Resort—

Luxury hotel room and villa rentals,

just minutes from local attractions.

Themed restaurants include sports

pub, Pizza Hut, Scoops, food court,

café and the Tuscan Grille. Amenities

include live entertainment, indoor/

outdoor pools, fi tness area, and spa

with massage therapists, year-round

horseback riding, outdoor tennis

courts, an 18-hole, par 71 golf

course, Game Zone arcade, daily

activities, and special events. Check

out Fernwood’s Winter Fun Center,

with snow tubing and more. Great

getaway vacations and weekend

packages. Route 209. Call (888)

337-6966 or (570) 588-9500, and

visit www.fernwoodhotel.com.

HAWLEY

Ehrhardt’s Waterfront

Resort & Restaurant—Owned and

operated by the Ehrhardt family

for over 60 years, this consummate

Lake Wallenpaupack resort offers

motel rooms, family units, cottages,

lakeside apartments and suites.

Winter specials include Couple’s

Midweek Getaway, Valentine’s

Dinner Theater Package (February

10-12), Ski & Stay weekends,

and stay 2 nights and get the 3rd

half price. Live entertainment

on the weekends. Lake front

restaurant featuring huge menu.

205 Route 507; (570) 226-4388;

www.ehrhardts.com.

The Settlers Inn at Bingham

Park—Artfully restored 1927

craftsman-style hotel with country

charm and grace. Featuring 20

guest rooms and suites; some with

whirlpool tubs and fi replaces. Savor

a delicious meal, created in the

fl avors of the season, and a Wine Spectator award-winning wine

selection. Seasonal game, meats,

and fi sh. AAA 4-diamond rating;

member Historic Hotels of America.

Located across from Bingham

Park on Route 6. Call (570) 226-

2993 or (800) 833-8527, and see

www.thesettlersinn.com.

LAKE HARMONY

The Resort at Split Rock—

Amenities include H2Ooooh!Indoor Waterpark, championship

27-hole golf, 18-hole miniature

golf, fi tness center, outdoor and

indoor pools, basketball, bowling,

video game room, racquet sports,

archery, billiards and movie theater.

The Galleria Dining Room features

a superb continental menu; Bell’ago

overlooks beautiful Lake Harmony

and serves fi ne Italian cuisine. Call

(800) 255-7625 or (570) 722-9111,

and visit www.splitrockresort.com.

PARADISE VALLEY

Crescent Lodge—Award-

winning retreat, comfortable and

elegant, surrounded by the beauty

of Paradise Valley. Each room

at Crescent Lodge has its own

distinctive style. Many cottages

feature a fi replace, sunken Jacuzzi

for two and private outdoor patios

overlooking exquisite fl ower-

fi lled grounds. Country Breakfast

Buffet included with all room

rates. The inn features one of the

fi nest restaurants in the Pocono

Mountains, with an extensive wine

selection. Enjoy walking and fi tness

trails, and nearby spas, adventure

park, ski area and casino. Find it

at Route 191 and Route 940; treat

yourself to a quality experience,

to dine or to stay. Call (800) 392-

9400 or (570) 595-7486, and visit


POCONO MANOR

The Inn at Pocono Manor—

Nestled among the evergreens and

bountiful wildlife, The Inn has been

a Pocono Mountains landmark since

1902. This charming 3000-acre

resort is your year-round gateway

to adventure activities, fi ne dining,

unique shopping and relaxation.

The Inn offers an abundance of

seasonal activities, all set within a

gorgeous views. Mere minutes from

Camelback Mountain Resort/CBK

Mountain Adventures. Off Route

314 in Pocono Manor, via Route



Romancing the Pocono Mountains“Love is a canvas furnished by Nature and embroidered by imagination.”

--Voltaire (1694-1778), French writer, historian and philosopher

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, it’s time to begin thinking of ways to make the day special.

For a true taste of romantic luxury, head to The Spa at Mount Airy.

This year The Spa at Mount Airy is offering its “Love is in the Airy” Valentine’s Day Specials. Indulge

in a 55-minute Couple’s Massage, Signature Pedicures for Two and Signature Manicures for Two for $412.

Add champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries to your spa

services for an additional $25.

A mere two hours from Philadelphia, New York City and

the cities of Northern New Jersey, the Spa at Mount Airy is set

among some of the most beautiful scenery in the Northeast.

Evergreens and gentle snow-covered mountain slopes transport

you and your love to a peaceful romantic paradise.

Spa hours are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Saturday,

and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays. For more information, call (570)

243-5230. Visit the Spa online at www.thespaatmountairy.com.

940 or Route 611. Call (570) 839-

7111 or 1-800-233-8150, and see


REEDERS

Mountain Springs Lake

Resort—Quiet and secluded

resort featuring the fi ne pleasures

of mountain living, with a

pristine 76-acre lake and elegant

accommodations. Authentic log

and cedar cottages surrounded by

evergreens, with cozy fi replaces and

full kitchens, off Mountain Springs

Drive via Route 715. Amenities

include nature trails, X-C skiing,

skating, sledding and swimming, all

on the premises. Only a short drive

to shopping, dining, attractions

and nightlife. To learn more or

to place reservations, call (570)

629-0251 or (866) 629-0251; visit

www.mslresort.com.

SHAWNEE-ON-DELAWARE

Shawnee Inn and Golf

Resort—Discover this unique

golf, ski, meeting, dining, and

vacation destination on River

Road. Conveniently located 75

miles from New York City and 100

miles from Philadelphia in a scenic

and secluded location set amidst

the splendor of the Delaware Water

Gap National Recreation Area. The

Inn has 80 hotel-style rooms, 2

cottages and deluxe suites. Relax

and unwind at Spa Shawnee. A

smoke-free resort. Call (570) 424-

4000 or 1-800-SHAWNEE; see

www.shawneeinn.com.

SKYTOP

Skytop Lodge—A refi ned

resort for all seasons off Route 390

in a spectacular 5,500-acre setting.

Affordable weekend and vacation

plans feature superb dining and

accommodations, an abundance

of winter sports activities and

guided nature tours. A Bed &

Breakfast Plan is available midweek,

and entertainment and themed

weekends are scheduled. Skytop

Lodge is one of the most highly

regarded destinations in the Pocono

Mountains region. For information

or reservations, call (570) 595-

7401 or (800) 345-7759, and visit

www.skytop.com.

SOUTH STERLING

French Manor Inn and Spa—

In a serenely beautiful locale, 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.

Special packages and events are

available. Phone (570) 676-3244

or 1-877-720-6095, and experience


STROUDSBURG

Countryside Cottages—A

small country resort, a perfect place

to spend some quiet time indoors

or outdoors. Log-burning fi replaces,

cable TV, and all the comforts of

home. The rustic, woodsy setting is

ideally located near to Camelback

Mountain Resort, shopping

attractions, fi ne dining, spas and

a casino. 2863 Bartonsville Ave.

Open all year, complete facilities.

Call (570) 629-2131, and visit

www.countrysidecottages.com.


SPAS & SALONS

[email protected] poconoholistichaven.comPocono Peddlers Village • Rt. 611, Tannersville • 570 629-1696

H H HA S : Reiki Energy Healing,

Reconnective Healing, Angel Healing, Chakra Balancing,

Holistic & Spiritual Counseling, Tai Chi (specific for arthritis

& similar conditions only) and On-Going Classes

Experience “Heaven on Earth” at The Haven

W A OR P !

SPECIAL LIMITED TIME OFFER: RECEIVE FIVE REIKI ENERGY SESSIONS OR THREERECONNECTIVE HEALING SESSIONS FOR ONLY $100.00 CALL FOR APPOINTMENT!

For more information, call 570.243.5230

www.thespaatmountairy.com

Valentine’s DaySpecials

“Love is in the Airy” $412.0055-minute Couple’s MassageSignature Pedicures for TwoSignature Manicures for Two

Also Available: 15% off 55-minuteHot Stone Couple’s Massage

Be sure to add a nice compliment toyour services with champagne

& chocolate covered strawberriesfor an additional $25.00

Fernwood Hotel & Resort Spa, 5785 Milford Road, East Stroudsburg.

Full service spa. (888) 337-6966;


Holistic Health Haven, Pocono

Peddlers Village, Rt. 611 in

Tannersville, PA. This healing day

retreat offers an array of natural,

holistic therapies, including

massage and Reiki, meditation

classes and more. Phone: (570)

629-1696 or (570) 245-5049;

www.poconoholistichaven.com.

Le Spa Forêt at The French Manor Inn and Spa, off Route

191, South Sterling. Attune to the

rhythms of nature and your body in

this innovative green spa retreat. Le

Spa Forêt offers aromachology, body

enhancers, a naturally fi ltered pool

and hot tub, fi tness center, relaxation

lounges, couples’ massage suite

with fi replace, manicures/pedicures,

bridal party suite, and luxurious,

tranquil décor. For the full menu and

treatment guide: (877) 720-6090;


Spa Shawnee at Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, River Road in

Shawnee-on-Delaware. A sanctuary

for restoring the body, mind and

soul. Facials and body treatments

use all-natural, organic products.

Single and couples’ massage rooms,

hydrotherapy, full salon offering

hair, make-up, scalp treatments,

waxing, facials, body treatments and

manicures/pedicures. (570) 424-

4000; www.spashawnee.com.

The Laurel Spa at the Inn at Pocono Manor, Route 314 in

Pocono Manor offers state-of-the-

art equipment and an unforgettable

experience. Massages, facials,

wraps, scrubs, nail services, waxing

and spa packages. Mention This Week in the Poconos when

scheduling. (570) 839-0140;

www.laurelspaatpoconomanor.

com.

The Skyview Spa at Skytop Lodge, Route 390 in Skytop.

Manicures, massages and more.

Certifi ed staff, 6 treatment rooms,

and quiet room with mountain

views. Purchase fi ne products and

gift certifi cates. (570) 595-8968;

www.skyviewspaatskytoplodge.

com.

The Spa at Mount Airy, 44

Woodland Road, Mt. Pocono.

Relax, rejuvenate, renew.

Sensational treatments include

Swedish, deep tissue and sports

massages, refl exology, therapeutic

facials, wraps, manicures and

pedicures. (570) 243-5230;

www.thespaatmountairy.com.

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, nail services,

facials, body treatments, tanning,

and a hair salon. Gift certifi cates

and spa packages make any

occasion special. (570) 443-9772);

www.spaatmountainlaurel.com.


COMING EVENTS


No Skis, No Problem:Rent From

Pocono Ski Rentals At Pocono Ski Rentals, fi nd

everything you need to make the

most of your time on the slopes.

Specializing in ski, snowboard and snowblade equipment and accessories,

the shop, which opened in 1976, offers fl exible rental packages—daily,

multi-day and seasonal—new and used equipment sales, tune ups, waxing,

binding adjustments, release checks and mountings.

Check out the full retail shop—where you can buy helmets, hats,

goggles, gloves, socks and outerwear—to ski, board, blade or tube in style.

Convenient to the major ski resorts of the Pocono Mountains,

including Camelback, Jack Frost and Big Boulder, Pocono Ski Rentals is

located off of exit 299 in Tannersville, on Sullivan Trail.

With fast and friendly service and long hours, Pocono Ski Rentals will

have you hitting the slopes fi rst thing in the morning, and staying there well

into the night.

For more information: (570) 629-4668.

On Sunday, Country Grass and

the Water Gap Band light up the

stage. Kids’ programs throughout

the weekend. Weekend tickets are

$30; Saturday’s show is $20; and

Sunday’s is $15. Teens (12-17) are

$10; children under 12 are free. For


www.poconobluegrass.org.

January 28 - Feast & Frolic,

Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Restaurant,

205 Route 507, Hawley. Join

snowshoe guides from NorthEast

Wilderness Experience (www.

newildernessexperience.com) for

a 2-hour snowshoe adventure.

Afterwards, enjoy a sumptuous

meal at Ehrhardt’s. $58 per person

for dinner, drink, guided tour. $22

snowshoe rental. Reservations

required: (800) 678-5907; (570)

352-3444; www.ehrhardts.com.

January 28 - Lou Dobbs, Host

of Fox Business New Lou Dobbs

Tonight. Lecture plus audience

Q&A. State Theatre Center for the

Arts, Inc., 453 Northampton Street,

Easton. 8 p.m. Tickets: $40/$35.

For tickets and more information:

www.statetheatre.org.

January 28 - Close Encounters

with Birds of Prey, Wallenpaupack

Environmental Learning Center,

1 p.m. at 126 PPL Drive, Hawley,

PA. 1-hour program in which you’ll

see a golden eagle, peregrine

falcon, saw-whet owl and learn

about the raptors of the northeast.

Registration required. For more

information: (570) 253-7001;

www.pplpreserves.com.

January 28 - Hiking/Snowshoeing,

depending on conditions, sponsored

by the Pocono Outdoor Club

(POC). This 2- to 3-mile snowshoe/

hike takes place at Big Pocono State

Park at the Wilkes-Barre and Eastern

Railroad on the rail grade and lower

north trail loop. Bring snack and

beverages; enjoy amazing views.

Meet up at Riday’s Gate at 10 a.m.

For more information, call John

Motz at (570) 236-1462.

January 28 - Eagle Watch I,

sponsored by the Pocono


(PEEC). Join outdoor enthusiasts

and naturalists from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

for this trip in search of eagles. Bring

a lunch and dress in warm layers.

Register no later than January 21 to

reserve a seat in the van. Meet at

PEEC, 538 Emery Road, Dingmans

Ferry. Cost is $25. For more

information and to register: (570)

828-2319; www.peec.org.

January 28 – Cross-Country

Skiing for Beginners, Monroe

County Environmental Education

Center, 8050 Running Valley Road,

Stroudsburg, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Learn about the history of skiing and

the how-tos of this quintessential

winter sport. Snow permitting,



Live Bait If you want a great catch, you need great bait. Fortunately,

at Woehrle’s Bait Shop you’ll fi nd everything necessary to lure

fi sh in.

Woehrle’s Bait Shop, a family business established over 37

years ago, is conveniently located on Route 940 in Mount Pocono,

near the lakes in Tobyhanna and Gouldsboro State Parks. Woehrle’s

stocks a huge variety of live bait items, including minnows, stone

catfi sh, giant mealworms, superworms, waxworms, spikes, mousees,

butterworms, crayfi sh, crickets and leaches. You can buy as little

or as much bait as you want. Call ahead to order bulk quantities,

which are oxygen bagged and available for pick up on a

specifi c date.

Jeff Woehrle, as a teenager, established his

business in his parent’s basement. It didn’t take long for

Woehrle’s to grow into one of the largest bait shops in

the Northeast.

To reach Woehrle’s, take the 940 exit off of Route

380, head east for two miles. Woehrle’s is open seven

days a week, 52 weeks a year. For more information:

(570) 839-7338; www.woehrlesbaitshop.com.

you’ll get a chance to ski during

this introductory course. Rent all

necessary equipment ahead of time.

Register by January 25. Must be

12 or older. For more information,

ski rentals and to register: (570)

629-3061.

January 29 - Family Ice Fishing, Pike

County Pocono Environmental

Education Center, Front Pond, 538

Emery Road, Dingmans Ferry, 10

a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Preregistration

required. For more information:

(570) 828-2319.

January 29 - Winter Carnival

2012, Ski Big Bear at Masthope

Mountain, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ski and Snowboard races, Big Air

contest, scavenger hunt, lunch tray

races, Ski Patrol toboggan rides,

live entertainment, free blood

pressure screenings and more. 192

Karl Hope Blvd., Lackawaxen. For



January 29 - Introduction to Ice

Fishing I, Pocono Environmental

Education Center (PEEC), 538

Emery Road, Dingmans Ferry, 10

a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Learn the basics

of ice fi shing and try your luck

on PEEC’s ponds. All equipment

provided. Dress in warm layers.

Supervised children only. No

fi shing licenses required. Cost is

$10. Not enough ice? Enjoy a free

winter hike instead. Limited spaces

available. Call to reserve your spot:

(570) 828-2319.

January 29 – Owl Prowl, Nescopeck

State Park, 1137 Honey Hole Road,

6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Meet at Park offi ce

for this fun and educational evening,

which is the perfect winter activity

since owls are more vocal during

the winter. Registration required:

(570) 403-2006.

January 29 - Leland Faulkner,

Award-Winning Kennedy Center

Performer, illusionist and fi lm

director, appears at the Pike

County Historical Society, 608

Broad Street, Milford, at 3 p.m.

Tickets, $15. For more information:

(570) 296-8126.

January 29 - A Taste of Italy, Our

Lady of Victory High School Youth

Group, Church Hall, 12 p.m. to 5

p.m. Chicken parmigiana, baked

ziti, sausage and peppers. Cherry

Lane Road, Tannersville. For more

information: (570) 629-4572.

January 30 - Winter Walk-N-Talk,

Martins Creek Environmental

Preserve, Cedars Pavilion, Foul Rift

Road, Bangor, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Venture out in search of wildlife on

the Tekening Trails. Dress warmly

and wear waterproof shoes. For


www.pplpreserves.com.

Month of February - Adult Acrylic

Painting Class, Pocono Arts

Council, 18 North 7th, Stroudsburg.

Ongoing weekly sessions, Mondays,


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www.thisweek.netwww.thisweek.net

10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Check starting

date when registering. Monthly

Fee: $110 for members; $120, non-

members; $90, seniors. For more

information: (570) 476-4460.

Month of February - Adult

Oil Painting Class, Pocono

Arts Council, 18 North 7th,

Stroudsburg. Ongoing weekly

sessions, Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. to

8:30 p.m. Check starting date when

registering. Monthly Fee: $72 for

members; $80, non-members; $60,

seniors. For more information: (570)

476-4460.

February 1, 8, 15 & 22 - Basic

Drawing, Pocono Arts Council,

18 North 7th, Stroudsburg.

Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30

p.m. Tuition: $72 for members;

$89, non-members; $60, seniors.

For more information: (570)

476-4460.

February 3 - Celebrating Diversity

with Phillip Mentor, BookHouse,

Eastern Monroe Public Library,

7:30 p.m. Award-winning opera

singer, educator and story-teller

Phillip Mentor is known for his

quick wit and, also, for increasing

opera’s popularity. The celebrated

baritone has performed throughout

the US and Caribbean. His beautiful

performances are suitable for

adults and children. Free admission;

doors open at 7 p.m. 1002 North

9th Street, Stroudsburg. For more


28; www.phillipmentor.com.

February 3 - Bag of Tricks Airbag

Contest, Camelback Mountain

Resort in Tannersville. Here’s the

chance to try out your gnarliest

tricks without worrying about

the landings. Register at the CBK

terrain park desk from 3 p.m. to 4

p.m. Contest starts at 5 p.m. www.

skicamelback.com.

February 3 - Rail Jams, Ski Big

Bear at Masthope Mountain,

Lackawaxen; (570) 685-1400;

www.ski-bigbear.com. Ride rails and

hit jumps in this judged competition

held in the Terrain Park. $5 entry

fee; lift tickets and helmets required.

Registration is from 4 to 6 p.m. in

the Lodge; competition from 7

p.m. to 8 p.m. Finals are held on

Saturday, February 11.

February 3 - Eagle Watch, Monroe


Center (MCEEC) offers fi eld trips

to the upper Delaware River in

search of resident and wintering

bald eagles. Participants will join

Environmental Educator Brian

Hardiman and meet at MCEEC

(Kettle Creek Wildlife Sanctuary,

near Bartonsville) at 8:30 a.m. and

return 5:30 p.m. Cost: $20/non-

member, $14/EE Center member

and includes van transportation.

Participants should pack a lunch and

binoculars and dress appropriately

for the weather. Stops will be made

for coffee and snacks. For more

information: (570) 629-3061; www.

mcconservation.

org.

February 4 -

WinterFest 2012,

Hickory Run State

Park, Nescopeck

State Park Offi ce,

1137 Honey Hole

Road, Drums,

(570) 403-2006;

11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Enjoy snowshoe-

ing, children’s

games, a sled dog team. Learn

about orienteering, ice fi shing and

ice safety.

February 4 - Family Fun Day,

Environmental Bingo, Monroe


Center (MCEEC), Kettle

Creek Wildlife Sanctuary, near

Bartonsville) 10 a.m. Cost: $5/non-

member, $3/EE Center member

and children under 12. For more

information: (570) 629-3061;


February 4 - Art Opening: Pocono

Watercolorists, Monroe County


(MCEEC), Kettle Creek Wildlife

Sanctuary, near Bartonsville.

Reception, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

An eclectic collection of works

by local artist. Show runs from

February 4 to February 29. For



February 4 - Hike in Promised Land

State Park, Pocono Outdoor Club,

10 a.m. 6 miles; moderate pace.

Meet in the parking lot on the right

on Rte. 390, just past the Promise

Land Village. For more information:

Ernest Henzi, (570) 676-4919.

February 4 - Eagle Watch! Annual

Winter Eagle-Viewing Trip,

Wallenpaupack Environmental

Learning Center. Two time slots:

8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., or 1 p.m.

to 4:30. Meet at 126 PPL Drive,

Hawley, PA. Explore eagle biology,

habitat needs and proper eagle-

viewing etiquette. Transportation

from the center is provided. Dress

for weather and bring binoculars.

Free program with limited space.

To register: (570) 253-7001;

[email protected].

February 4 - Race Against

Cancer, Shawnee Mountain Ski

Area, Hollow Road, Shawnee-on-

Delaware, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Register

in Hope Lodge. $5 for 2 runs; $10

for 6 runs. Lift ticket required. For

more information: (570) 421-7231,

ext. 254; www.shawneemt.com.



February 4 - Eagle Watch II, Pocono


(PEEC), Dingmans Ferry, 9 a.m. to

3 p.m. Take a trip north in search

of eagles, with stop at the Eagle

Institute to view eagles soaring,

feeding and nest guarding. $25.

Bring a lunch and dress in warm

layers. Call by January 28 to reserve

a seat in the van. Meet at 538

Emery Road, Dingmans Ferry. For

more information and to register:

(570) 828-2319; www.peec.org.

February 4 - Animal Tracking,

Pocono Environmental Education

Center (PEEC), Dingmans Ferry,

10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Explore natural

areas for signs of wildlife. Members

free; non-members $5. For more


828-2319; www.peec.org.

February 4 - Family Ice Fishing, Pike



Emery Road, Dingmans Ferry, 9:30



(570) 828-2319.

February 4 - Edgar Winter and Rick

Derringer, Penn’s Peak, 325 Maury

Road, Jim Thorpe. Classic pairing of

musical artists whose work spans

genres and decades. Tickets are

general admission. $27/advance;

$32/day of show. Doors open at 6

p.m. Show starts at 8 p.m. For more

information: (866) 605-7325.

February 4 - Commander Cody and

Professor Louie and the Crowmatix,

Mauch Chunk Opera House, Jim

Thorpe. The Commander’s blend

of old-time rock ‘n’ roll, country,

boogie woogie and swing has

virtually defi ned American roots

music. Professor Louie & the

Crowmatix are 2010 Grammy

Nominees and 2011 Canada South

Blues Hall of Fame Inductees.

Tickets $23; Doors: 7 p.m.; Show:

8 p.m. For more information: (570)

325 0249; to buy tickets online:

www.mauchchunkoperahouse.

com.

February 4, 5, 11 & 12 - Cross

Country Skiing, Pocono


(PEEC), Dingmans Ferry, Saturday

mornings 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.; Sunday

afternoons 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Beginner

lessons. Adults $20; children $10.

Skis and boots provided. Register

with shoe size. No snow? Join the

PEEC for a free hike instead. For


(570) 828-2319; www.peec.org.

February 4 thru 12 - Visions of

Johanna, Shawnee Playhouse,

Shawnee-on-Delaware. This

full-length comedic play is a

winner of the Shawnee Original

Playwright Series. Show times: 8

p.m. on Feb. 4; 2 p.m. on Feb. 5,

10 & 12. Tickets: $18 adults; $15

seniors; $10 children. For more

information: (570) 421-5093;

www.TheShawneePlayhouse.com.

February 5 - Military Day, Ski

Big Bear at Masthope Mountain,

Lackawaxen; (570) 685-1400;

www.ski-bigbear.com, 9 a.m.

to 4:30 p.m. Show your Active

Military ID and receive 25% off

lift tickets for you and your family.

All non-active military customers

are welcome to ski at a discount

and support US troops by bringing

two items for troops (e.g., deck of

cards, travel size toiletries, non-

perishable treats/snacks, batteries,

etc.). Non-active military customers

who donate two items receive

15% discount off regular priced

lift ticket. 9am - 4:30pm. Visit

www.ski-bigbear.com or call 570-

685-1400 for more information.

February 5 - Animal Tracking

on Snowshoes at Hickory Run

State Park, Nescopeck State Park

Offi ce, 1137 Honey Hole Road,

Drums. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. If you have

snowshoes, bring them. If you need

to borrow a pair from the park,

please reserve them when you

register. For more information and

to register: (570) 403-2006.

February 5 – Snowshoe Hike,

Skytop. Join Environmental Educator

Karen N. Boyle and Kimberly

Matthew, Activities Director at

Skytop Lodge, for this beautiful,

2-hour snowshoe hike. Meet at

12:45 p.m. at Skytop. Cost is $5

for members of Monroe County

Education Center members, $8 for

nonmembers, and $6 for children.

Dress in layers. Pre-registration

required by February 3. For more


629-3061; www.skytop.com.

February 5 - Family Ice Fishing, Pike



Emery Road, Dingmans Ferry, 9:30



(570) 828-2319.

February 5 - Sunday Race

Program, Ski Big Bear at Masthope

Mountain, Lackawaxen; (570) 685-

1400; www.ski-bigbear.com. Open

to all ages and abilities. Available

from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

February 6 thru 10 - Take Your

Daughter/Son to the Snow Week,

Shawnee Mountain, Hollow

Road, Shawnee-on-Delaware.

Your Daughter or Son age 18 and

under receive a FREE Lift Ticket

when parent purchases a full

price Adult Ticket. Special coupon

required; available online at: www.

shawneemt.com/tickets-passes/

discounts_deals.html. For more


254; www.shawneemt.com.

February 6, 13, 20 & 27 - Watercolor

Painting, Pocono Arts Council, 18

North 7th, Stroudsburg. Mondays,

6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuition: $72

for members; $80, non-members;

$60, seniors. For more information:

(570) 476-4460.

February 7 - Full Moon Snowshoe

Hike, Hickory Run State Park,

Nescopeck State Park Offi ce, 1137

Honey Hole Road, Drums, 7 p.m.

to 8:30 p.m. Snowshoe/hike by

the light of the moon. If you have

snowshoes, bring them. If you need

to borrow a pair from the park,

please reserve them when you


COMING EVENTS


Promised Land State ParkMike Gadomski

www.mpgadomski.com

For State Park information, call 1-888-PA-PARKS

or visit www.dcnr.state.pa.us

register. For more information and

to register: (570) 403-2006.

February 10 - Eagle Watch, Monroe County Environmental

Education Center (MCEEC) offers

fi eld trips to the upper Delaware

River in search of resident and

wintering bald eagles. Meet at

MCEEC (Kettle Creek Wildlife

Sanctuary, near Bartonsville) at

8:30 a.m. and return 5:30 p.m.

Cost: $20/non-member, $14/EE

Center member and includes van

transportation. Participants should

pack a lunch and binoculars and

dress appropriately for the weather.

For more information: (570) 629-

3061; www.mcconservation.org.

February 11 - Valentine’s Dinner

at The Lodge at Mountain Springs

Lake, Reeders; 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Romantic evening, including

candlelight dining, dancing with live

music. $55/person. (570) 629-1120;

www.mslresort.com/valentine

February - 11 - KC “Disco” Hike,

Monroe County Environmental

Education Center (MCEEC),

Kettle Creek Wildlife Sanctuary,

Bartonsville, 10 a.m. Join

Environmental Educator Brian

Hardiman for 2-hour hike that

explores everything from animal

tracks and bird life to winter

adaptations and even insects. Cost:

$3/EE Center members; $5/non-

members. Dress for the weather.


3061; www.mcconservation.org.

February 11 - Winter Waterfalls, Pocono Environmental Education

Center (PEEC), Dingmans Ferry,

2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy waterfalls

cascading down through chunks

of ice and snow. Dress warmly and

wear sturdy boots. $20. Register by

February 4. For more information

and to register: (570) 828-2319;

www.peec.org.

February 11 - Family Ice Fishing,

Wallenpaupack Environmental

Learning Center, Hawley, 9

a.m. to 12 p.m. Free program,

no licenses required; children

must be accompanied by parent

or guardian. To register: (570)

253-7001; (570) 253-7076;

[email protected].

February 11 - TUSK—Fleetwood

Mac Tribute, Mauch Chunk Opera

House, Jim Thorpe. Tickets $23;

Doors: 7:30 p.m.; Show: 8:30

p.m. For more information: (570)

325 0249; to buy tickets online:

www.mauchchunkoperahouse.com.

February 11 - Hike in Jacobsburg

State Park, Pocono Outdoor Club,

10 a.m. Easy 2-3 mile hike along

Bushkill Creek. Meet near the

gazebo in the main parking area on

Belfast Rd. For more information:

Sue Prendergast, (570) 242-0519.

February 11 - Eagle Watch,

Eagle Institute Field Offi ce,

Lackawaxen. Meet at 10 a.m. for

excursion that focuses on Sullivan

County, NY. $12.50. Reservations

required. For more information

and to register: (570) 226-

3164; (845) 807-0535; or email:

[email protected].

February 11 - Rail Jams FINALS, Ski

Big Bear at Masthope Mountain,

Lackawaxen; (570) 685-1400;

www.ski-bigbear.com. Ride rails and

hit jumps in this judged competition

held in the Terrain Park. $5 entry

fee; lift tickets and helmets required.

Registration is from 4 to 6 p.m. in

the Lodge; competition from 7 p.m.

to 8 p.m.

February 11 & 12 - Introduction

to Ice Fishing II & III, Pocono


(PEEC), Dingmans Ferry, 9:30 a.m.

to 12 p.m. All equipment provided.

Dress in warm layers. No fi shing

licenses required. $10. No ice? Join

the PEEC for a free hike instead. For


(570) 828-2319; www.peec.org.

February 18 - Tobyhanna Millpond

#1 Ice Harvest. Volunteers will cut

ice using authentic, turn-of-the-

century ice harvesting tools. 9 a.m.

to 2:30 p.m. Watch or lend a helping

hand. In the early 1900s, ice was

cut, stored in huge icehouses, and

transported by railcar to the New

York metropolitan area. The late Bill

Leonard Sr. of Tobyhanna planned

the fi rst ice harvest re-enactment

as part of the Coolbaugh Township

Bicentennial Celebration in 1994.


8205 to confi rm date.


Winged Migration: Eagles Flourish in the Poconos One of the most majestic sights circling the sky,

the eagle represents strength, courage and grace.

Lofty, dignifi ed, the eagle doesn’t fl it from place to

place. Rather, the eagle discovers a beautiful place to

land, replenish and recreate.

Among Pennsylvania’s many splendors is

its abundance of eagles that are attracted to the

unspoiled nature of the Pocono Mountains.

During winter, hundreds of bald eagles migrate

to the Poconos, joining a thriving population of

resident eagles. Not only are eagle sightings more

abundant in winter, it’s also the most ecologically

sound time of year to seek out these spectacular birds.

On Saturdays and Sundays from January through mid-March, the Eagle Institute in Lackawaxen and various

outdoor clubs—including the Pennsylvania Environmental Education Center (PEEC), Wallenpaupack Environmental

Learning Center, Monroe County Environmental Education Center (MEEC) and the Pennsylvania Audubon Society—

sponsor Eagle Watching excursions.For more a comprehensive listing of these Eagle-watching excursions,

see the “Coming Events” listings in this magazine.

Crossing Paradise on Skis Cross-country skiing is a wonderful way for snow lovers to enjoy the

wintery beauty of the Pocono Mountains. With plenty of trails that wind through

evergreen forests and along glacial lakes, the ancient Pocono Mountains offer

respite from busy urban life while providing plenty of opportunities to head

outdoors for fun.

The Pocono Environmental Education Center sponsors cross-country ski

outings and provides equipment rentals. Many of the area’s parks and private

resorts also feature the sport. To maximize your enjoyment, call ahead to make sure conditions are favorable and

equipment is available. Also, check “Coming Events” in this magazine for guided excursions.

Here are just a few of the many spots where you can revel in the thrill of country-skiing amid some of nature’s

fi nest bounty:

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area—McDade Recreational Trail, River Road, Bushkill;

(570) 426-2435.

French Manor Inn and Spa—50 Huntingdon Drive, South Sterling; (877) 720-6090.

Poconos Environmental Education Center—538 Emery Road, Dingmans Ferry; (570) 828-2319.

Skytop Lodge—1 Skytop; (800) 345-7759.

The Inn at Pocono Manor—Route 314, Pocono Manor; (800) 233-8150.

Tobyhanna State Park—Route 423 at intersection of I-380, Tobyhanna; (570) 894-8336.

John Goldman, The Eagle Institute

Sponsored Eagle Watches Winter time is eagle time in beautiful Northeastern Pennsylvania. Until you’ve seen

an eagle in person, you may not realize just how magical such an experience can be.

Each of the organizations below sponsor eagle watching excursions. To strike out on

your own, be sure to consult the Eagle Institute for tips.

Eagle InstituteWinter Field Offi ce

176 Scenic Drive, Lackawaxen

(570) 685-5960;(845) 557-6162

www.eagleinstitute.org

MEEC

Kettle Creek

Wildlife Sanctuary

near Bartonsville

(570) 629-3061

www.mcconservation.org

PEEC

538 Emery Road,

Dingmans Ferry

(570) 828-2319

www.peec.org

Wallenpaupack

Environmental

Learning Center

126 PPL Drive, Hawley

(570) 253-7001

[email protected]

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