SPORTS

GOLF

Evergreen Golf Club at Penn Hills Resort, Route 447 to Cherry Lane Road in Analomink. Scenic 9-hole par 35/36 course with four challenging water traps and over 3000 yards to play. Red, white and blue tees; complete pro shop, lounge and snack bar. Membership and visitors’ golf packages are available. www.golfpoconos.com

Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route 209 in Bushkill. Golfers of all abilities are challenged from spring to fall on Fernwood’s par 71, 18-hole course. Take advantage of on-site club rentals, the golf shop, and convenient tee times. Staff includes PGA Golf Pro and instructor. Call 1-888-FERNWOOD or visit www.fernwoodhotel.com and see their ad in this magazine for the great coupon!

The Inn at Pocono Manor, off Route 314 in Pocono Manor via Route 380 to Route 940. The Inn’s 36 holes of championship golf are open to the public. The Inn also offers “Stay and Play” packages that include accommodations, meals and unlimited greens fees. The Clubhouse features a fully stocked pro shop, restaurant, lounge and locker rooms. PGA Pro lessons, club rentals, driving range and two putting greens on-site. To book your tee times, call (570) 839-7111 ext. 7415, or online visit www.theinnatpoconomanor.com.

Pinecrest Lake Golf & Country Club, Sullivans Trail off Route 940 in Pocono Pines. Exclusive neighborhood features Wild Pines private 18-hole golf course & clubhouse; 77-acre lake with beach and boating; tennis courts with pro shop; outdoor heated pool, Recreation Center, and more. Call (570) 643-5600 for membership information and see pictures of the beautiful course at their website www.pinecrestlake.com.

Shawnee Country Club, off I-80 exit 310 to River Road, on the grounds of the historic Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort in Shawnee-on-Delaware. Enjoy 27 holes of Championship golf, where 24 of the 27 holes are on a beautiful island in the middle of the Delaware River. Shawnee hosted the 1938 PGA Championships and the 1967 NCAA Championships. Sign up for a Shawnee Country Club membership to experience the added benefits of being a member. In addition to the main golf course, the resort also has a 9-hole approach course – The Tillinghast Approach Golf Course, which is lit for night play. Tillinghast Golf Academy offers clinics and one-on-one instruction. Golf Shop, driving range, club fitting and more. Call 1-800-SHAWNEE (742-9633) or (570) 424-4000 to schedule your tee time or lesson. For more information log on to www.shawneeinn.com.

Split Rock Resort & Golf Club, Wolf Hollow Road in Lake Harmony. Twenty-seven holes of championship golf are open to the public. Memberships and “Stay & Play” Packages are available. Enjoy the spacious Clubhouse and golf carts with GPS systems! For your tee times, call (570) 722-9901 or log on to their website www.splitrockresort.com/golf. For lodging reservations call 1-800-255-7625; the general number at Split Rock Resort is (570) 722-9111.

FISH & PAY LAKES

Big Brown Fish & Pay Lakes, Route 115 north in Effort. Three ponds on ten acres are stocked weekly with trout and bass. Pole rentals, tackle shop, picnic tables, park benches and pavilion are available for guests. No license required. Bring their ad from this magazine for 5% off fish purchase; fish & pay lake only, fish from hatchery excluded. Ph: (570) 629-0427. www.bigbrownfish.com

Paradise Trout Preserve, on the grounds of the Paradise Trout Hatchery (the first licensed, private trout hatchery in PA), Route 191, Paradise Valley. Stocked with rainbow, brook and brown trout for fishing fun. No license is required and tackle rental is available. Their 106^th year! Open daily 8:00am to 4:00pm. Call (570) 629-0422 or visit www.paradisetrout.com.

HORSEBACK RIDING

Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route 209 in Bushkill. Year-round horseback riding is available on the beautiful grounds of the resort. Call 1-888-FERNWOOD or visit www.fernwoodhotel.com.

The Inn at Pocono Manor, off Route 314 in Pocono Manor via Route 380 to Route 940. Enjoy year-round horseback riding on miles of gorgeous, scenic trails. Also offering horse-drawn hay rides and sleigh rides. Call the stables at (570) 839-0925 or the Resort at (570) 839-7111. Visit online at their website www.theinnatpoconomanor.com.

SCENIC AIR TOURS

GW Aviation at the Pocono Mountains Municipal Airport (MPO), on Route 611 in Mount Pocono (about one mile north of Route 940, up the hill). Providing scenic airplane rides throughout the Pocono Mountains or to the destination of your choice. GW Aviation also offers aerial photography and a Flight School. For your reservations or more information, call GW Aviation at (570) 839-8815 or check out www.flythepoconos.com.

CANOEING & RAFTING

Delaware River Discovery Center (DRDC), I-80 exit 310 to River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware, across from Smithfield Elementary. Explore the Delaware River and the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area via canoe, raft, or kayak. DRDC also has mountain bike rentals and batting cages, fishing equipment, hiking information and more. For more information call 1-877-DRDC-FUN (373-2386) or visit online at www.DRDcenter.com.

Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route 209 in Bushkill. From mid-April through October enjoy River Country rafting, canoeing and kayaking on the Delaware River. Guests of Fernwood Resort and Villas receive a discount. Call 1-888-FERNWOOD or visit www.fernwoodhotel.com.

MINIATURE GOLF & PLAY PARKS

Bushkill Falls, off Route 209 in Bushkill. The “Niagara of Pennsylvania” is centered around eight roaring waterfalls and features miles of nature trails and picnic areas, plus miniature golf, paddleboats and more. The Ice Cream Parlor, the Native American exhibit, wildlife exhibits and fishing on the grounds are fun for all ages. The Trading Post, the Fudge Kitchen and other specialty shops make for great browsing. Bushkill Falls is open daily from 9:00am to dusk, April through October. Call (570) 588-6682 or go to www.visitbushkillfalls.com.

Casino Entertainment Center at the Casino Twin Theater, Pocono Boulevard (Rt. 611) in Mount Pocono. Putt around on the challenging 19-hole mini-golf course, take your time to enjoy an old-fashioned ice cream at the Village Malt Shop, or see a first run movie in the theatre. Enjoy your ice cream or hamburger indoors or out on the open-air deck. Call 839-7831 for operating hours or visit www.casinotheatre.net.

Land of Make Believe, I-80 exit 12 in nearby Hope, NJ, just 10 miles east of the Delaware River and the PA border. Food, fun, great amusement park rides, even river tubing on Blackbeard’s River! Enjoy the awesome waterpark with waterslides and more; the Pirate’s Cove, the thrilling “FREE FALLIN’” attraction and many other exciting family adventures. New for Summer 2008 is the Family “Balloon Ride!” Located just a short drive from the Poconos, Land of Make Believe is “New Jersey’s Premier Family Water & Amusement Park.” The attraction is open for the season on weekends starting Memorial Day Weekend, then daily from June 21 through September 1. Call (908) 459-9000 or check it out at www.lomb.com.

Water Gap Trolley, Route 611, Delaware Water Gap (I-80 exit 310). Miniature golf, picnic area, pavilion, food concessions and Cody’s Gift Shop, all in addition to tours of the scenic Water Gap. Open seven days from 10:00 to 4:00, rain or shine. Call 476-9766 and see their ad for the coupon!

GOLF DRIVING RANGES

The Inn at Pocono Manor, off Route 314 in Pocono Manor via Route 380 to Route 940. Two practice putting greens and a driving range are available to the public, in addition to the Inn’s 36 holes of championship golf on their famous East and West courses. Call (570) 839-7111 ext. 7415 for additional details or visit them online at their website www.theinnatpoconomanor.com.

Shawnee Country Club, I-80 exit 310 to River Road, on the grounds of the historic Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort in Shawnee-on-Delaware. Two practice putting greens and a driving range are open to the public. After warming up at the driving range, enjoy 27 holes of Championship golf, where 24 of the 27 holes are on a beautiful island in the middle of the Delaware River. Driving range hours are from 7:00am to 4:30pm, 7 days a week. Call 1-800-SHAWNEE (742-9633) or (570) 424-4000. www.shawneeinn.com

Split Rock Resort & Golf Club, Wolf Hollow Road in Lake Harmony. In addition to twenty-seven holes of golf, full practice facilities with putting greens and driving range are available to the public. Call (570) 722-9901 or go to their website at www.splitrockresort.com/golf.

KAYAKING

Delaware River Discovery Center (DRDC), I-80 exit 310 to River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware, across from Smithfield Elementary. Explore the Delaware River and the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area on an exciting kayak. Single and tandem kayaks are available. DRDC also rents canoes, rafts and mountain bikes and has batting cages right on premises. Call 1-877-DRDC-FUN (373-2386) or online at www.DRDcenter.com.

TROLLEY RIDES

Water Gap Trolley, Route 611, Delaware Water Gap (I-80 exit 310). Authentically styled all-weather trolleys provide scenic and historic tours to points of interest at Delaware Water Gap, the “Eighth Scenic Wonder of the World.” Relax while trained guides take you back through history and the many points of interest. Also miniature golf, scenic picnic area, food, gift shop, etc. Open seven days from 10:00am to 4:00pm, rain or shine. See their ad in this magazine for the coupon good for 10% off your tour. Call (570) 476-9766 with questions.

SPORTING CLAYS

The Orvis Shop at Skytop Lodge, Route 390, Skytop. Regulation, twelve-station sporting clay range open to the public. Suitable for beginners with challenges for the more experienced shooter. Instruction is offered and guns are available to rent. Appointments are required. Phone (570) 595-8929 or (570) 595-7401 to schedule. www.skytop.com

The Rod & Gun Club at Pocono Manor, routes 314 & 940 in Pocono Manor. The Orvis Approved Lodge at The Inn at Pocono Manor features a twenty-one station sporting clay course that is spread over 120 acres. There are high flying teal, rolling rabbits, and fast crossing and incoming birds throughout the scenic woodland course. Enjoy a walk or ride along the stream between stations and take in the scenery. The Orvis-trained staff will assist you in shooting your first round, and help novices elevate their shooting skills. Instruction and gun rentals available; ammo & gear are available at the Orvis Shop at The Rod & Gun Club. Appointments are required, so call them at (570) 839-1688. The Inn at Pocono Manor’s phone number is (570) 839-7111 and their website is www.theinnatpoconomanor.com.

BATTING CAGES

Delaware River Discovery Center (DRDC) off I-80 exit 310 to River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware, across from Smithfield Elementary. Conveniently located just one mile from Interstate 80, the center has 5 pitching machines with hardball and softball pitching. DRDC also rents mountain bikes, canoes, rafts, and kayaks. Be sure to stop by next door at the River Road Drive-In for some refreshing ice-cream. For more information call 1-877-DRDC-FUN (373-2386) or visit online at www.DRDcenter.com.

BAIT & TACKLE SHOPS

Big Brown Fish & Pay Lakes, Route 115 north in Effort. In addition to providing fishing on 3 ponds, Big Brown also offers fishing bait & tackle in their store. Call (570) 629-0427. www.bigbrownfish.com

Blakeslee Sports Shop, Rt. 115, ¼ mile south of Blakeslee Corners (behind Long Realty). “The Biggest Little Sports Shop in the Poconos” has live bait, fishing & hunting licenses, fishing tackle, outdoor gear, topo maps, and a large selection of locally tied flies. Open every day; closed Wednesdays. Ph: 646-2670.

Woehrle’s Bait Shop, Rt. 940 at Park Avenue in Mount Pocono. Healthy live bait for all seasons – fat heads, minnows, night crawlers, red worms, giant mealworms, mousees, wax worms, crickets, etc. Celebrating over 30 years in business, this very complete bait shop is open every day all year. Call 839-7338 for more information. www.woehrlesbaitshop.com

BOWLING

Split Rock Resort, One Lake Drive, Lake Harmony. Eight-lane bowling alley in the resort’s beautiful Galleria is open the public, 11:00am to 11:00pm. Newly resurfaced lanes and digital scoring! Call (570) 722-9111 ext. 504, or log on to www.splitrockresort.com.

KART RACING

S & S Speedways – Indoor Go-Karts, Business Route 209 in Snydersville. High-powered indoor go-karts with slick tires are the closest you’ll come to dirt track racing without the dirt! The go-karts are a single person ride and you must be at least 54” tall to drive. It’s serious racing action! Video arcade and snack bar mean fun for the whole family. Hours are Thursday & Friday 5:00pm to 10:00pm, Saturday noon to 10:00pm, Sunday noon to 9:00pm, and Monday through Wednesday from noon until 5:00. Call ahead for other times. Bring along their ad in this magazine for the Free Race coupon. Call 420-5500 or visit www.ssspeedways.com.

BIKE RENTALS

Delaware River Discovery Center (DRDC), I-80 exit 310 to River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware, across from Smithfield Elementary. Take out one of their Trek Mountain Bikes on the beautiful McDade Trail, which lines the Delaware River and National Park grounds. DRDC also rents canoes, rafts, and kayaks. Be sure to stop by next door at the River Road Drive-In for some refreshing ice-cream. For more information call 1-877-DRDC-FUN (373-2386) or visit them online at www.DRDcenter.com.

Starting Gate Action Sports, Rt. 209, Marshalls Creek. Lightweight “beach cruising” comfort bikes for rent feature cushioned seats, water bottle holders, coaster AND hand brakes; no gears to shift! There are many scenic riverside trails to ride near the shop and bike racks are also available to rent. Call 223-6215 or check out their website www.startinggateonline.com.

FLY FISHING INSTRUCTION

The Orvis Shop at Skytop Lodge, Route 390, Skytop. Instruction for the novice fly fisherman covering casting, entomology, wading, knot tying, etc. in the classroom and on the water. Equipment provided. Also offering private lessons and a local guide service. Waters on property open to the public for a fee for fly fishing only. Call (570) 595-8929 or (570) 595-7401 to schedule. www.skytop.com

The Rod & Gun Club at The Inn at Pocono Manor, off Route 314 in Pocono Manor via Route 380 to Route 940. This Orvis Approved facility offers complete lessons for the beginner to experienced fisherman, both in the classroom and streamside. “Cast & Stay” Packages are also available. The Inn’s 2.5 miles of scenic, remote fly fishing are open to the public for a fee. Call The Rod & Gun Club at (570) 839-1688 to schedule. The number at The Inn at Pocono Manor is (570) 839-7111. Additional information is available at www.theinnatpoconomanor.com.

SPORTS EQUIPMENT

Blakeslee Sports Shop, Rt. 115, ¼ mile south of Blakeslee Corners (behind Long Realty). Featuring great selections of fishing gear and camping equipment. Rods, reels, live bait, tackle, knives, game bags, hunting & fishing licenses, etc. plus topo maps, compasses, backpacks, hiking supplies and more. Open every day from 7:00 to 5:00; closed Wednesdays. Ph: 646-2670.

Raceway Fan Store at Pocono Raceway, Rt. 115 in Long Pond (just outside the raceway gates). Open for the season, the Raceway Fan Store carries all Pocono Raceway apparel, collectibles and souvenirs, plus NASCAR Driver’s die-cast, pins, stickers, and more. As a bonus for all race fans, the Fan Store also offers FREE Track Tours daily, Monday through Saturday! The Fan Store will remain open through the end of October. Call (570) 643-0273 or shop at their website www.shop-poconoraceway.com. See their ad in this magazine for the 10%-off coupon!

Starting Gate Action Sports, Rt. 209, Marshalls Creek. Great selections of new skis, snowboards, skateboards, in-line skates, footwear and sportswear. Also renting skis and boards, beach cruising bikes, skates. Call 223-6215 or check out www.startinggateonline.com.

PAINTBALL

Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route 209 in Bushkill. Guests can play Destination Paintball at a discount. Call 1-888-FERNWOOD or visit www.fernwoodhotel.com.

CAMPING

Pocono Environmental Education Center, in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area off Route 209 at Dingmans Ferry (5 miles south of Rt. 739). Camping and lots more, like family nature weekends, hiking and walking on beautiful trails, plus a complete schedule of exciting outdoor programs. PEEC is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to advance environmental education; providing environmental education in a National Park since 1972. The Center is open seven days a week all year. Call (570) 828-2319 or log on to www.peec.org.

MOUNTAIN BIKES

Delaware River Discovery Center (DRDC), off I-80 exit 310 to River Road in Shawnee-on-Delaware, across from Smithfield Elementary. Take out one of their Trek Mountain Bikes on the beautiful McDade Trail that lines the Delaware River and National Park grounds. DRDC also rents canoes, rafts, and kayaks. Stop by next door at the River Road Drive-In for some refreshing ice-cream. Call 1-877-DRDC-FUN (373-2386) or visit them online at www.DRDcenter.com.

ATV RENTALS

The Inn at Pocono Manor, off Route 314 in Pocono Manor via Route 380 to Route 940. ATV rentals are offered to the public. Call the resort at (570) 839-7111 for operating hours and more information or check out www.theinnatpoconomanor.com.

TRAIN RIDES

Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton, I-81 exit 185 (Central Scranton Expressway), left at light to Lackawanna Avenue, follow signs to Steamtown. Scenic cross-country steam-powered rail excursions, working roundhouse and turntable, two museums, Park Theatre, Visitors Center and more all make for an adventure the whole family will love. Call (570) 340-5200 or (888) 693-9391 for the train excursion schedule or more information. www.nps.gov/stea

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