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Office Update
Our development has been
devastated this past month
with the death of two young
girls in a traffic accident.
Both of these young ladies
lived in the Trails. I am very
proud of the support that
both families have received
from our community and
surrounding communities.
Summer has come and gone;
fall is approaching quickly.
The leaves will change to
pretty colors and cover the
roads, making them wet and
slippery. Please drive care-
fully. Remember we have
many children but none to
spare.
Our summer at the beach
and pool went very well with
no closures, except for the
baby pool. As usual our sum-
mer staff returned to college
in August and we had to
overwork our remaining
help. I want to thank them
for sticking with us to the
end.
Mid-September our Mainte-
nance staff will be out on the
roads again repairing drain-
age ditches, trimming trees,
and repairing pot holes. The
speed bumps will be removed
this month along with the
reduced-speed signs. Securi-
ty will be closely monitoring
speed limits and stop signs.
My many thanks to the
administration staff for their
endurance and patience this
past summer, without them
we would be lost.
The 2016 Invoices will be in
the mail the first week of
November. Please remember
when coming to the office to
update you badges, etc. to
bring with you the following
items: your TTPOA ID card
or State ID, your property
owners badges and your
vehicle passes along with the
vehicle registration.
We will accept payments at
the window in the form of a
check or cash. The line may
be long, so please be patient.
The 2016 Rules of Conduct
and the ACC Rules will be
available on January 2,
2016. These Rules change
year to year, it is your
responsibility to remain
informed.
Last day to remove your boat
from the boat rack is on
Saturday. October 31, 2015.
Please see page three (3) for
meeting dates and office
closures.
Update From The President Submitted By: Pat Craig
Special points of interest:
If you have an
Emergency call 911.
If you also want Security
to respond call them at
570-722-9563
The deadline for the next
Trails Topics is November
6, 2015
The Publication
Committee reserves the
right to edit any article
submitted.
Before beginning any work
outside your home please
contact the office to in-
quire if a permit is needed.
Please see page 3, for
meeting dates.
The Publications
Committee welcomes
suggestions or
comments regarding this
or any past or future
issues, you may respond
via email to
m or mail to PO Box 100
Albrightsville, PA 18210.
There is a New Comment
Box located at the Teepee
for Suggestions or
Comments regarding the
Trails Topics.
You must obtain a Burn
Permit before having any
kind of outdoor fire.
October/ November 2015
Towamensing Trails Property Owners Association
Trails Topics
Hours for Trash Dumpster
Sunday 7AM to 7PM
Monday 7AM to 3PM
Tuesday 11AM to 7PM
Wednesday 7AM to 3PM
Thursday 11AM to 7PM
Friday 7AM to 3PM
Saturday 7AM to 7PM
Bulk Trash follows the
same hours as above.
You must first come to the
office to acquire a permit.
Page 2 Trails Topics
A REA H APPENINGS AND E VENTS
Jim Thorpe Fall Foliage Weekends:
October 3rd and 4th, 10th, 11th and 17th and 18th: Free
Music all three weekends, crafters, artists and food vendors.
Octoberfest : St. Josephs Church in Jim Thorpe
October 10th-18th from noon to 7PM.
The Great Brews Classic Beer Festival: November 20th
and 21st. Split rock Resort. www.splitrockresort.com
Christmas Craft Show: Nick’s Lakehouse 2:00PM-4:00PM
Ghost Walks in Old Mauch Chunk: Join
Costumed guides as they share ghoulish tales and
visit haunted sites. For more information or
reservations call 570-325-2346.
Train Rides in Jim Thorpe: One (1) Hour Train rides
through the Lehigh Gorge.
Hayrides at Mauch Chunk Lake: For more
information call 570-325-3669.
For the Kids
The Great Pumpkin Festival: September 26th through
October 25th & Columbus Day. Hayrides, magic garden,
Treasure Island, corn maze, Waldorf Hotel and much
more.
Santa's Winterfest: Weekends starting Black Friday,
November 5th. 3-D Wonderland, sing-a-longs, Fun land
Maze, cookie decorating, coloring contest, story time with
Mrs. Clause, winter hayrides and much more.
Breakfast with Santa is also available.
Country Junction is hosting both above mentioned events.
Christmas Tree Farms
Beisel’s Tree Farms: 524 Beisels Road, Lehighton.
www.beiselchristmastreehill.com
Hill Farms: 1434 Gilberts Hill Road, Lehighton.
www.hillfarms.com. Wreaths, gift shop and snack bar.
Crystal Spring Tree Farm: 2370 Mahoning Drive East,
Lehighton. www.ctreefarm.com. Wreaths, commemorative
mug with every tree purchase. Restrooms available.
Walker’s Tree Farm: 308 Spruce Street, Lehighton.
www.wlakerstreefarm.com. Wreaths, winter hayrides, gift
shop, snack stand, animals and restroom.
Mauch Chunk Opera House
October 3rd: Gene Watson, Country
October 4th: The Winery Dogs
October 7th, 8th: The Glenn Miller Orchestra
October 9th: Blue Oyster Cult
October 13th: New Odyssey
October 14th: A Tribute to Sinatra
October 15th: Clint Black
October 17th: Tommy James & the Shondells
October 20th, 21st and 22nd: Shotgun Red
October 23rd: Back to the Garden-1969
October 24th: A Tribute to the 70’s
October 25th: Rhonda Vincent
October 28th and 29th: Real Diamond
October 30th: Back to the 80’s with Jessie’s Girl
November 7th: Quicksilver Celebrating 50 years of Jefferson
Airplane
November 14th: Frank Caliendo
November 19th: Montgomery Gentry
November 20th: Three Dog Night
November 21st: A night to remember: Presley, Perkins,
Lewis and Cash
November 25th: Dark Star Orchestra
Hiking through the fall foliage
Bushkill Falls: www.bushkill.com
Hickory Run State Park
Beltzville State Park
Lehigh Gorge State Park
For more information regarding State parks, visit
dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks
Haunted Houses
Hotel of Horror’s: Cherry Valley Road, Saylorsburg.
www.hotelofhorror.com
Waldorf Estate of Fear: 6325 Interchange Road, Lehighton,
PA . 610-82-HOTEL
The Freak and Funhouse: 422 White St. Bowmanstown.
484-629-5428
Gravestone Manor: 1095 Highway 315 Plains, PA.
570-821-6500
Page 3 October/ November 2015
Save the Date
October 3rd: ACC Meeting and Lake Preservation Meet-
ing and Publication Meeting
October 3rd: Fall Clean Up Meeting at 8:30am at Pavilion
October 10th: Board of Directors Meeting, 10:00AM
October 24th: Civil Penalty Meeting (closed) and Advisory
Meeting Community Room
October 31st: Trick or Treat
November 7th: ACC Meeting
November 14th: Board of Directors Meeting 10:00AM
November 26th: Office Closed
November 27th: Office Closed
November 28th: Civil Penalty Meeting and Advisory
Meeting at Community Room
Income $36,636.55
Administrative $16,976.35
Community Wide $20,097.38
Security $28,330.33
Maintenance $33,220.38
Recreation $23,752.91
Trash Removal $4,575.09
Restricted Funds $45,354.09
Total Expenses $172,306.53
Cash Assets
Mauch Chunk Activities $2,153.58
Lake Preservation $2,227.03
Mauch Chunk Operating $31,944.53
Mauch Chunk Money Market $202,556.13
Union Operating $342,920.04
Union Membership $306,202.80
ESSA CD $104,246.77
1st Northern CD $29,585.27
Jim Thorpe CD $100,250.28
CDARS Reserve $819,246.14
CDARS Operating $787,080.71
CDARS Contingency $316,224.92
Total $3,044,638.20
Liabilities: None Outstanding At This Time
Burglaries 0 Criminal Mischief 3
Harassment 0 Criminal Trespassing 1
Juvenile Incidents 4 Disorderly Conduct 21
Gunshots/ Fireworks 3 Dog Violation 4
Suspicious Activity 15 Fireworks 2
Theft 0 Renter Vehicle Violations 0
Theft From A Vehicle 0 Rules and Regulation Violation 11
TTPOA BOD Request 1 Improper Disposal of Trash 20
Motor Vehicle Accidents 1 Truck Weight Limit Violation 0
Traffic Complaint 5 Illegal Parking 5
Wild Animal Complaint 4 Stop Sign Violation 11
Other Non-Civil Penalty 60 Speeding 6
INTREPID SECURITY
AUGUST SECURITY REPORT
AUGUST TREASURER’S REPORT
Local Area Pantry’s are in need of the
following items:
Peanut butter and jelly, cereals, stuffing, boxed
mashed potatoes, coffee, canned fruit and juices.
You can bring your food donation to the TLTC or
drop off your donation at DiMaria Realty located
in the Frosty Mountain Plaza on route 903.
The summer has ended but not
the fun up here in the Poconos.
Whether it’s hiking, biking, 4
wheeling or hunting the
mountains offer a beautiful
backdrop for enjoying your
favorite fall activities. Home to
more than 127 varieties of trees,
shrubs and plants, the Pocono
Mountains is truly a spectacular
sight to behold.
If you are planning on catching
the peak of the season check out
this website:
www.poconomountains .com
or call: 570-421-5565. They
update information beginning
September 3,2015 and every
Thursday through the end
of October.
Try to get out and enjoy the crisp
air, beautiful scenery and
each other.
always keeping a tag, with your contact
information, on your pet at all times. If
you would like to be involved with this
group or would like more information
you can contact Ethel or Dennis on Fa-
cebook at "Albrightsville Lost and
Found Pets" or better yet, just head on
over to the page and join! (https://
www.facebook.com/
groups/1577524642509154/) . What a
wonderful service they are providing to
both two and four legged members of
our community.
pets in our development alone. Now
that the group is formed, they network
with other communities such as Indian
Mountain Lakes, Mount Pocahon-
tas, and Valley View just to name a
few, to assist in helping these pets find
their owners. In just 3 months they
have over 200 followers on Facebook.
The networking of this group has been
very successful. Every animal reported
as lost has been successfully reunited
with their family! Currently they have
a 100% Success rate! On September
5th they held a Pet Picture day at Ha-
zel Park, which turned out to be a big
success. They spoke to people about the
importance of licensing your pet and
Did you know that there is a Facebook
group called "Albrightsville Lost and
Found Pets"? This group was started by
Ethel and Dennis Huschka from
Towamensing trails. The reason they
started this group is because there is an
overabundance of pets that end up lost
in the Trails and in other surrounding
communities. Security often brings lost
dogs, cats, and other furry friends to
Dennis and Ethel to be kept safe until
their owners are found. Dennis makes
sure that the pets are walked and fed,
while Ethel does the computer work
and makes phone calls. Prior to this
group being formed they hosted 22 lost
Pearls of the Community Submitted By: Publications
Fall Foliage Submitted By: Publications
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Thank you
“Our Angels”
As days go by we are going to live our lives without Taylor and Jasmine. We wanted to thank each and everyone personally
but that would be almost impossible because of the amount of love and support we received was unimaginable...never would
we have imagined that we (Carla and I), George, Alyssa, Chelsea, Makayla and Jason would have to say goodbye to the
girls who made us smile everyday. Taylor despite struggling with diabetes, never let anything hold her back. She lived her
life to the fullest; her laugh was contagious and when she would smile it would light up the room. Jasmine, sweet, funny,
strong willed and was never scared to be herself no matter the circumstance. Her smile was like a ray of sunshine that
warmed everyone’s heart every time she smiled.
We will never understand why but we have believed heaven has the most beautiful angels. Taylor and Jasmine you are
loved more than words can ever describe. Please watch over everyone who loves you.. We believe that someday we will see
each other again and each day we are one day closer to each other. Our families will never be the same without you.
Thank you so much for all the love, kindness and wonderful memories...it's never goodbye
Taylor and Jasmine, we will see you soon.
The Shepherdson’s and the Fonseca’s
Now that summer has ended, the Trails
will be packed with lots of fall and win-
ter fun. Beginning on October 3rd there
will be Horse Shoe/Bean Bag Toss Tour-
nament. This event will begin at 11am
at the TLTC pavilion. There will be a
cash bar, food, salads are welcomed and
cash prizes. The fee to enter is $10.00,
the entrance fee money will go towards
prizes, lake stocking and the TLTC
club.
The TLTC Adult Halloween Party will
be on Saturday October 17th from 7 to
11pm at the TLTC Club house. DJ
Tommy Tunes will provide entertain-
ment and there will be prizes for the
best costumes, although costumes are
optional.
The Activity Committee will host a chil-
dren’s Halloween Party on Saturday
October 24th at 10am in the Communi-
ty Center. Children ages 12 and young-
er are welcomed to attend. Please regis-
ter your child at the TeePee. Due to
limited space only two adults per child
are asked to attend. There will be
snacks, games, crafts, story time and a
costume parade for the children.
Also new this year will be a Country
Western Night in November. Check the
TLTC Club house for a flyer regarding
the date and time of this event.
Be sure to keep an eye out for the fol-
lowing Special Events:
The Activity Committee Children
Christmas Party on Saturday Decem-
ber 5th at 10am at the Community
Center.
The Toys for Tots Dinner, look for the
sign up sheet and flyer at the TLTC
Club House.
The New Years Eve Party, tickets will
be available at the TLTC Club house.
Fall Fun in the Trails Submitted By: Publications
some special people in my life. I re-
ceived gifts and flowers on a regular
basis, and cards on a daily basis. And at
that point I knew I was not on this jour-
ney alone, so many were involved that I
had to be positive and strong. I got my
strength from them! I put my journey
on Facebook - I wanted to keep every-
one updated. I was afraid when I was
told I would lose my hair - that turned
out to be very liberating. Then there
was surgery which was also very scary,
and I knew I would still have radiation
to go through. I firmly believe that
what carried me through the rough
times were the love and support that I
was surrounded by, the family
As we all know, October is Breast Can-
cer Awareness Month! I thought long
and hard about writing this article,
because I wasn't sure how to approach
it. I've decided to write from the pro-
spective of a patient/survivor! When
you hear those words "You Have Can-
cer", you think the worst. I was in shock
for 2 weeks, thinking what about my
husband, my children, my family and
friends, and then I said, are you just
going to sit here and take it, or are you
going to fight? I chose to fight! So with
my husband and children by my side, I
did just that. I embraced the journey, I
had a chemo date for each and every
chemo treatment, one on one time with
and friends who were always there to
cook, or drive or go out with, the ones
who could always make me laugh and
have a lot fun. Yes, my doctors were/are
awesome and they did their job well,
but my family and friends helped me go
forward with my motto,”Stay Strong,
Be Positive"! See your doctor, get your
mammogram, exercise, eat well, laugh
often and surround yourself with won-
derful people! Don't be afraid to take
advantage of other sources of support
such as the American Cancer Society
support groups and wellness classes.
Breast Cancer Awareness Submitted By: Publications
ing the night away. Many laughs were
had, memories made, pictures taken,
and good times with family and friends.
It was a great weekend with something
for everyone!
Thank you to the clubhouse staff, the
beach and pool staff, security, the tal-
ented entertainers, and our very imagi-
native event coordinators Brian and
Sue Denham for making the summer
finale such a fun and memorable week-
end. We truly have something very spe-
cial here in "Our Trails"
band, they truly rocked the house! That
was followed by a great time with Rock-
in Robin and all the talented singers
taking part in karaoke. That was
just Saturday!
On Sunday there was The Hunton's
Annual Softball Game which is some-
thing to see! If you don't wish to play
the game it sure is funny to watch!
Then it was back to the TLTC deck for
a party with the awesome band Shake
Rattle and Soul. This band had every-
one, young and old, on their feet danc-
Here in the trails we wrapped up sum-
mer in grand style! The weekend kicked
off with the beach blast where the
many flags, hung by Bill and Joanne
McGuire, served as a beacon inviting
people to come on over and join in on
the fun. There was
an outrageous spread of incredible food
and all who attended enjoyed beautiful
weather, friendship, and camaraderie.
Then it was up on the deck at the
TLTC for the Blues Jam by
Towamensing' s own Mike Foli and his
Summer Wrap Up Submitted By: Publications
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Items Needed for this project:
Empty milk jugs
Sharpie marker
pencil
Knife or x-acto knife
Rocks
Mini lights
Here’s how we made our easy Halloween Craft Milk
Jug Ghosts:
1. Clean out your empty milk jug.
2. Draw out your Halloween face using a pencil and then
complete the face with a permanent sharpie marker.
3. On the opposite side of the face, cut a 3 sided opening
flap just about 2 inches wide and 2 inches tall. (I would
highly suggest the adults handle this step)
4. Place a few rocks in the bottom of your milk jugs to
weigh them down. They are so light that if someone bumps
them they will fall. Or if you place them outdoors you don’t
want them to blow away.
5. In the same opening, add part of the string of lights in
it. Then lead the lights to the next opening. I added about
5 to 7 lights in each jug.
Voila! That’s it! You have super cute Milk Jug Halloween
Decorations for your home!
Important Reminder to Parents:
Towamensing Trails will be Trick or Treating on
October 31st. From 5pm to 8pm. Please pick up the
Trick or Treat List from the Teepee on Friday
October 30th.
To sign up your house to hand out candy please call
the Teepee at 570-722-0302
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TLTC Board of Directors
President: Jeanne Pfaff
Vice President: Richie Gericke
Treasurer: Ron Woytowich
Secretary: Janet Jensen
Director: Robert Steiger
Director: Bobby Barauskas
Director: Jane Tausch
TLTC Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and
Thursday: 4pm to 10pm
Friday– 3pm to 2am
Saturday– 12noon to 2am
Sunday– 12pm to 8pm
Please make sure you have your 2015 Membership: The TLTC Membership Meetings are scheduled for the
3rd Saturday of every Month at 10am.
*Tuesday Night Cards: No Sign up is necessary, just
come in and play.
*Monday Night darts, no sign up necessary.
Phone: 570-722-8582
Web site: www.tltclive.com
Entertainment
Saturday October 3rd: DJ Rob Carroll
(sax & flute) (INCREDIBLE)
Saturday October 17th: Adult Halloween Party
DJ To be announced: 7:00PM to 11:00PM
Costumes are preferred but not required, Brian and
Sue will transform the clubhouse into a devilish night
of fun and excitement.
You do not want to miss this one!
FREE ADMISSION!
Menu
Sunday: 12pm to 6pm: Bar Menu
Monday: Bar Menu– Specials
Tuesday: Pizza
Wednesday: Wings $0.50
Thursday: Roast Beef Sandwich
Friday: Dinner Menu 5pm to 10pm
Saturday: Dinner Menu 5pm to 9pm
You do not need a membership to eat at the club, but anyone
purchasing or consuming Alcoholic Beverages must be a member.
TLTC Shuffleboard
It's that time of year, TLTC Shuffleboard leagues are
about to begin. There is a Thursday Night league
and also a Saturday League. Thursday night league
starts October 8, but is full at this time. The
Saturday league games start on Saturday,
November 7, promptly at 4 pm, be there at 3:45 to
sign up. Saturday's League is not a long term
commitment. The cost to play is $2 per person. So,
come on out for some laughs and to meet
new friends! Both leagues are going to continue to
collect canned goods, all donations go to area food
Banks.
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Carmel Apple Pork Chops
Original recipe makes 4 servings:
4 (3/4 inch) thick pork chops
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tart apples – peeled, cored and sliced
salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons pecans
1/8 Teaspoon ground cinnamon
Directions
Preheat oven to 175 degrees F (80 degrees C).
Place a medium dish in the oven to warm.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brush chops
lightly with oil and place in hot pan. Cook for 5 to 6
minutes, turning occasionally, or until done. Transfer to
the warm dish, and keep warm in the preheated oven.
In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, salt and pepper,
cinnamon and nutmeg. Add butter to skillet, and stir in
brown sugar mixture and apples. Cover and cook until
apples are just tender. Remove apples with a slotted spoon
and arrange on top of chops. Keep warm in the preheated
oven.
Continue cooking sauce uncovered in skillet, until thick-
ened slightly. Spoon sauce over apples and chops. Sprinkle
with pecans.
**Towamensing Trails Property Owners Association can not recommend or endorse any contractor/advertiser.**
Pumpkin Pie Martini
Ingredients:
2 ounces vanilla vodka
2 ounces white crème de cacao
1/4 cup heavy cream
1.5 tablespoons of pumpkin puree (pie mix)
1 dash of ground nutmeg (for garnish)
¼ tsp.. sugar and cinnamon
Powdered graham cracker (for the rimming glasses)
Rim 2 martini glasses with crushed graham cracker.
Fill a shaker with ice and add the vodka, crème de
cacao, cream, sugar and cinnamon and pumpkin pu-
ree. Shake well until it’s chilled. Strain into the mar-
tini glasses. Sprinkle the ground nutmeg on top for
garnish.
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PO BOX 100 Albrightsville, Pennsylvania 18210
Towamensing Trails Property Owners Association
Phone: 570-722-0302 Fax: 570-722-2061
E-mail: [email protected]
For All Emergencies Call 911
Towamensing Trails Security: 570-722-9563
TTPOA Office: 570-722-0302
Monday thru Friday 9am to 5pm
Saturday 9am to 3pm Sunday Closed
TTPOA Web Site: www.towamensing.com
TTPOA Email: [email protected]
Trails Lake and Tennis Club: 570-722-8582
TLTC Web Site: www.tltclive.com
Police Department (non-emergency):
Carbon County Sheriff: 570-325-2821
Fern Ridge Police Department: 570-646-2271
Postal Service:
Albrightsville Post Office: 570-722-9493
Local Emergency Departments
Penn Forest Fire Departments:
Fire Company #1 (Route 903): 570-325-4203
Fire Company #2 (Route 534): 570-722-0555
Albrightsville (Route 534): 570-722-8325
Borough and Township Offices:
Carbon County Office: 570-325-3611
Penn Forest Township: 570-325-2768
Medical:
Gnaden Huetten Memorial Hospital: 610-377-1300
Palmerton Hospital: 610-826-3141
Pocono Medical Center: 570-421-4000
Geisinger: 570-808-7300
US Veterans Hospital: 570-824-3521
St. Luke’s Urgent Care Center: 570-325-2400
