Military Appreciation Weekend At Shawnee Mountain

Here in America it is our greatest honor to give back to the men and women who serve our country in the military. Here at Shawnee Mountain in the Poconos, it is no different.  Join us this upcoming March with Winter Fun. If you are an active member of the military you can enjoy Snowy Fun on the Mountain for 50 % off ski lift tickets. Also, family members 18 and younger can get a discount on the Mountain for all three days during Military Appreciation Weekend at Shawnee Mountain Ski Resort. This deal also is active for retired members of the military. There is a new way to get familes of vets involved giving all immediate family members two hours of snow tubing for only $15 a person. This three day weekend event will be occuring March 20th to the 22nd at Shawnee Mountain of the Poconos. In an effort to honor the brave men and women in uniform, this is a special weekend from the Pocono Mountains to give back and show them how much we care. God Bless America. 

Come On Down To Lake Harmony In The Poconos

Lake Harmony is also full of amenities and fun things to do for the whole family. In Lake Harmony you have access to the 125 Acre Lake which is one of the only motorboating lakes on this side of the Mountain. Beach, Boat Docks, and Tennis Courts are also included for all homeowners of Lake Harmony. Enjoy waterskiing and jetskiing on the lovely Lake of Lake Harmony. There is also a fun nightlife to Lake Harmony with a few different options in restaurants, bars, and nightclubs including Shenanigans, Nicks Lake House, The Terra Cottage, and Piggys. 

Come on down to Lake Harmony in the Poconos and see what all the buzz is about!

Spring And Summer Events In The Poconos

Spring and Summer in the Pocono Mountains is a Perfect Time to go on a little vacation with friends and family to get away from your busy lives. There is so much to do and a little something for everyone including Golfing, Boating, Fishing, and a lot more. Here are a couple Pocono Events happening this Spring and Summer. 

Shawnee Fireworks Display - Shawnee Mountain Ski Area is holding its annual Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks Display, which benefits the Shawnee Volunteer Fire Company. Bring your own chair or blankets for great slopeside seating. There will be an outdoor DJ, Uncle Sam Stilt Walker, Mark Clark's All American Magic Show and various food and craft vendors. A delicious Hickory Licks barbecue is planned. The fireworks display will be at dusk, approximately 9pm, presented by the Interstate Fireworks Display Company.

Saint Patricks Day Parade at downtown Stroudsburg. Enjoy 90-100 marching units approx eight bands leading the eight divisions of non-profit groups, politicians, and local businesses marching between two boroughs to celebrate the life and good works of St. Patrick of Ireland with a grand Marshall who exhibits the similar characteristics.

Here Are Some Fun Events At The Slopes

The Pocono Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania is full of Wildlife, Fabulous Homes, and Pocono Communities. This area is packed during the Winter Season with Pocono Renters and Second Home Owners enjoying themselves on the slopes and festivities that Winter brings to the Poconos. Here are a few of our Festivals happening this winter at the slopes.

Boarding for Breast Cancer at Camelback. The Mountain is turning PINK! Help support a great cause and have some fun! There will be raffles all day, with chances to win some great prizes, like a pair of skis or a snowboard. Camelback Mountain will have a live DJ, a live band, games, and plenty of pink swag to purchase! Make sure you wear pink to support the cause!

Cross Country Skiing  in Dingmans Ferry. Enjoy the winter woods with beginner ski lessons. Learn the basics of cross-country skiing and practice on an old logging road loop. You decide how many loops to ski. Skis, poles, and boots are provided. Call to register with shoe size to guarantee a spot.

Paint The Mountain Pink At Shawnee!

Paint the Mountain Pink at Shawnee Mountain begins on 2/7/15. All are welcome to Paint the Mountain Pink for breast cancer awareness. Guests, skiers, riders, and tubers are encouraged to dress in pink and participate in fun activities throughout the day. The first 100 lift ticket purchasers will receive a free pink ski hat, compliments of Shawnee Mountain. Weather permitting, Margaret the Pink Fire Truck will be on display in the ski area courtyard. In conjunction with Pocono Health Systems, the Hope for Strength Breast Cancer Fund is running a benefit raffle and prize winners will be drawn at5pm.

Come on down to Shawnee this upcoming New Year and get involved. Ski for a Great Cause!

An Ice Carving Festival In The Pocono Mountains

Here in the Pocono Mountains we offer a variety of different attractions including Resorts and Festivities. Here is a Recurring Festival in the tiny town of Lakeville Pa. 

This year's theme is Under the Sea! The Pocono Mountains coolest winter event, now in its ninth season, it's an amazing interactive ice display made from over 100 tons of ice! The event features a 50-foot dual-run ice slide, ice carving demonstrations, interactive ice displays, and ice carving competitions. Enjoy a complimentary hot chocolate and wine tasting provided by Antler Ridge Winery. The expanded courtyard has live woodcarving and glass blowing, food, music, and tons of photo opportunities. Factory Tour and Ice Harvest Museum included with admission.

The Pa State Gamelands Of The Pocono Mountains

The Poconos is very well known for it's wildlife. Everyone in the Poconos has seen a whitetail deer or black bear at some point in their Pocono experience. The Pa Gamelands are another niche to Pocono Homes with some homes backing right up to Gamelands. You can't drive anywhere through the Beautiful Pocono Mountains without stumbling upon a Breath Taking Mountainside, View of Never Ending Mountains, or a Lake full of Fish. PA State Gamelands are all over the Poconos making Our Area a Hunters Paradise!

A Great Pocono Mountain Home Purchase is that Elusive Gameland Bordering Property. The entire Pocono Mountain Region includes a vast range of different Pa Gamelands or Pa State Forests, some of which have homes bordering them or backing right up to them! Even many of the Perfect Pocono Mountain Communities themselves back right up to Gamelands! The Gamelands throughout the Pocono Mountains run through many different Communities and Homes all across the Mountain. There is also some of the very best never ending wild life state parks here in the Poconos such as Tobyhanna State Park, Gouldsboro State Park, and Big Pocono. Here's a list of some of the many Pocono Communities that back up to Gamelands or have homes that back right up to Gamelands!