PORCH PARTIES: Solo or with Friends
No Reservations Required From sunset sips to spontaneous conversations, porch time in the Poconos turns ordinary evenings into something worth lingering over. The sun sets just a little later.The air cools just enough.And someone says, “Let’s sit outside.” That’s porch…
WELCOME Winter
The beginning of winter in the Pocono Mountains offers an abundance of opportunities to enjoy both Mother Nature and the nature of creativity. Surrounded by game lands and parks, this season invites you to bundle up, step outside, and breathe…
The Lakota Wolf Preserve
If you’ve ever dreamed of locking eyes with a wolf, hearing a pack’s haunting chorus ripple through the forest, or simply feeling like you’ve stepped into a National Geographic special, the Lakota Wolf Preserve is just a short drive from…
Lacawac Sanctuary – Edible & Medicinal Plant Walk with Heather Housekeeper
I recently joined a group of curious nature lovers at the beautiful Lacawac Sanctuary for an edible and medicinal plant walk led by the wonderfully named Heather Housekeeper (honestly, could there be a better name for a botanical guide?). Each…
The Zane Grey House: An Unusual Love Story
Perched on a bluff overlooking the confluence of the Lackawaxen and Delaware Rivers, with a sweeping view of the historic Roebling Bridge, the Zane Grey House is a must-see destination. Today, visitors come for the scenery, the history, and the…
BIKE – HIKE – KAYAK
Summer in Northeast Pennsylvania One of the best reasons for living here (or visiting) is the pristine nature that surrounds us. Some people will whine that the grocery store is so far… or that there’s no Starbucks easily accessible. I…
Ludolph Hensel
My Life in America Before, During and After the Civil War I have been working on a fictional history that revolves around the Shohola Train Wreck of 1864. (I will keep you informed on the progress.) The writers group PencilsNEPA…
TWO RIVERS MARATHON
Running Wild in Lackawaxen A few years ago, the folks who run the Two Rivers Marathon reached out to the Lackawaxen community inviting residents to participate. It began with Saturday morning 5k’s for training. I was surprised to find nearly…
December in the Poconos
Holiday Celebrations December is a beautiful time of year throughout the Pocono Mountains and the surrounding area. It’s a great time to enjoy some very special events. Here are a few of our favorites. Grey Towers National Historic Site December…
Thank You for Your Service
November is the month to express thankfulness. It is also a time to remember and honor our veterans. So take time to express gratitude to those who have served to protect that which we hold dear. There are several organizations…