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What’s Inside 4 The Poconos’ Finest Trout Streams

by Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau 8 History of the Stroudsburg Library

by Amy Leiser 12 April & May at Pocono Environmental Education Center 14 Caring for the Orphans of the Wild

by K atherine Uhler 18 April & May at the Monroe County Environmental Education Center 20 Emergency Care for Your Dog 22 Camping and Hiking in the Poconos 28 The Monroe Ribbon Mill Celebrates 100th Anniversary

by Suzanne McCool

Spring Brook Photograph by Vinzon Lee.

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The Poconos’ Finest TroutStreams COURTESY POCONO MOUNTAINS VISITORS BUREAU

“You would need several years to fish all the water in the Pocono Mountains”

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rout season begins soon, April 16th to be exact.

Thousands of wives and girlfriends across the state are counting the days I’m sure, as the men in their lives fantasize about wetting a line in their local hotspot.

Creel limits depend on where you’re fishing but it’s usually 5 trout, measuring at least 7 inches. Anglers aged 16 and over will need to have a fishing license and a trout/salmon stamp, totaling $32.40. Of course, that’s in addition to the latest and greatest gear.

Anglers get inundated with new “stuff” every year.

Some of it works, some of it doesn’t. Mepps, Strike King, and Rapala have all come up with some new lures. Rest assured, they’re flashier and louder than ever. Not missing the boat were wader kings Orvis and Redington with their new lines.

The trends in wading include fewer seams and added comfort. Orvis offers a great line of waders with one of the best guarantees in the business. Of course, new rods and reels will be introduced throughout the upcoming months as well. It will be interesting to see if the economy affects fishing equipment sales. Fortunately, the fish don’t care how much your rod cost.

We’re truly lucky to have a myriad of fishing options here in the Pocono Mountains. If you like fishing lakes, we have 150 of them, none more prominent than Lake Wallenpaupack. f you like rivers, try the famed Delaware, Lackawaxen, or Lehigh. If streams are your thing, go explore some untapped gems like Hickory Run or Tobyhanna Creek.

You would need several years to fish all the water in the Pocono Mountains. See how many you can check off the list this season.

With a new year will come new memories, both good and bad. I’m sure we all remember the one that got way last year, or the header we took when our felt shoes failed to grip.

Maybe you finally landed the big one, or filled your limit in ten minutes. Whatever happens on the stream, we can all agree that it always beats sitting in the office.

There are plenty of wall-worthy lunkers swimming in the waters of the Pocono Mountains. Please remember to keep our waters clean and free of garbage. Nothing ruins a fishing trip more than empty worm boxes or cigarette butts on the shoreline. Whether you plan to catch and release or catch and eat, you’ve got to get out there first.

After all, you can’t catch a fish if you don’t wet a line.

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ounding father, Benjamin Franklin has many credits to his name: inventor, scientist, author, diplomat, and philosopher. He is also credited with establishing the first library in America. On July 1, 1731, he and other members of the Junto Society, drafted a charter to create a library in Philadelphia. By 1740, other American cities formed libraries. Over the years, both book collections and library patrons grew in number, and Franklin’s Library Company of Philadelphia found its permanent home January 1, 1791.

A little over 100 years after the founding of Franklin’s library, and closely following Franklin’s model, twenty wellknown Stroudsburg citizens gathered to create the Stroudsburg Library Company. Individuals such as Stogdell Stokes, Charles Vail, Morris Robeson, James Rees, D. S. Hollinshead, Aaron Croasdale, William Walton, J.H. Stroud, Isaac Burson, and J.S. Kerr (as well as nine others) signed their names to a document in 1832 to establish a library. According to this document, the building was to be located at the corner of Main and 8th Streets in Stroudsburg and have an advisory board of directors. This board of directors was to hold regular meetings but “at no time and on no account, in a tavern.” Books to be placed in the library were to be approved by the board, and books with immoral or anti-Christian themes were “forever prohibited.”

Although it housed over 1,300 titles of books, by 1883, the library had fallen into disuse and was abandoned. In the early 1900s, interest was once again raised to have a free library in Stroudsburg. This interest came from the Pennsylvania Free Library Commission, who sent Robert Biles to Stroudsburg.

Biles toured Stroudsburg and worked to gain support from the community. The State offered 50 free books (25 fiction and 25 on history and travel) plus $1.00 to help pay for transporting each book. Twelve signatures were needed for the petition, but no one in Stroudsburg embraced the State’s offer.

It wasn’t until 1915 when Ms. Blanche Carmer made an organized and constant effort to establish a library. She presented a plan to the Stroudsburg Civic Club (now known as

Public library when it was located in the Stroud Mansion, circa 1940.

Libraries of Monroe County: Barrett-Paradise Friendly Library http://www.barrettlibrary.org • Clymer Library – http://www.clymerlibrary.org • Eastern Monroe Public Library - http://www.monroepl.org • Kemp Library at East Stroudsburg University http://www.esu.edu/library • Monroe County Historical Association http://monroehistorical.org • Pocono Mountain Public Library - http://www.poconomountpl.org • Western Pocono Community Library – http://www.wpcl.lib.pa.us

the Woman’s Club of the Stroudsburgs) on October 25, 1915 detailing an offer from the New Century Club of Philadelphia.

The New Century Club of Philadelphia would supply 100 books under the condition that an organization would be responsible to replace lost books. The Civic Club agreed, and on January 17, 1916, a small room in the Reformed Church on 8th street, Stroudsburg was opened as a library. Interestingly, only 99 books were received, and 60 library cards were issued.

Over the next year, the members of the Civic Club held various fundraisers for the library including bake sales, card parties, rummage sales, and plays. By November 1917,

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the library had become popular and outgrew its space in the church. Mrs. Pugh, who lived next to the Stroudsburg Methodist Church on Main Street, offered the library space in her home. While Mrs. Pugh’s home offered additional space, it became evident that this was a temporary solution.

In 1920, the Civic Club purchased the Stroud Mansion for $15,000. During this time period, the Stroud Mansion was no longer used as a residence, and the building was purchased to be a community center and meeting place. By December 1920, the Stroud Mansion housed the Public Library and the Monroe County Historical Society.

Ms. Blanch Carmer, who first approached the Civic Club in 1915, remained active in the library until she died suddenly in 1936 at age 67. According to her obituary, Ms. Carmer, “had been the librarian of the Stroudsburg public library and devoted her untiring efforts to building up the library and it was due to her constant work and unceasing labors that it became a large institution.” With the passing of Mrs. Carmer, the board of the Civic Club hired Mrs. Elizabeth Kane as the new librarian.

The public library continued to grow while it was located in the Stroud Mansion. Additional space and funding continued to be a constant challenge for the library. Two of the five firstfloor rooms in the Stroud Mansion were dedicated to the library.

Needing more space, the children’s book department was moved to the addition portion of the Stroud Mansion in 1943.

The public library’s bookmobile was purchased in 1941; the cost was split between the Monroe County Commissioners and the members of the Kiwanis Club. During the Flood of 1955, the bookmobile was destroyed; the Kiwanis Club purchased a new bookmobile and presented it to the library on February 16, 1956.

With the recurring theme of additional space being needed for books, the library was given a generous gift by Mr. Howard L. Keiper, owner of Keiper’s Laundry. In 1948, Keiper approached the library with an offer to move the library from the two rooms in the Stroud Manion to his home at 913 Main Street. The library would be located on the entire first floor of the home and he would live in an apartment on the second floor during his lifetime. The deed to the Keiper property was presented to the library on June 2, 1948 as a memorial to Keiper’s wife, Johanna. On December 15, 1954, after extensive renovations, the new home of the library was dedicated.

The Eastern Monroe Public Library was located at 913 Main Street for years until it moved to its current location in 1996. After purchasing the property at the corner of Chipperfield Drive and 9th Streets, Stroudsburg (formerly the Stroud Jewelry and Distributors) the library is currently housed in a modern and accessible building where thousands of Monroe County residents and visitors have access to a variety of information sources.

One hundred and seventy-seven years ago, the founding citizens of Monroe County recognized the importance of a public gathering place to exchange information and to gain knowledge. Although there have been challenges, this quality of life institution continues to be a strong and influential fixture in Monroe County’s landscape.

For additional information, please contact the Monroe County Historical Association at (570) 421-7703 or visit our web site at www.monroehistorical.org.

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A Pocono Spring Photograph by James Chesnick. To see more of his work, visit his website at www.carzwellco.com

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April & May at Pocono Environmental Education Center The Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is located at 538 Emery Road, Dingmans Ferry, PA. You can call them at 570-828-2319, or visit their website at www.peec.org for more information on their programming.

Spring Waterfalls Saturday, April 6 – $20 1-3pm. The melting snow and spring rains have raised the water level. Join us as we travel to some truly magnificent waterfalls. Dress in warm layers, wear sturdy footwear, and bring a camera! Call within a week of the program to reserve a seat in the van.

Salamanders, frogs and more!

Saturday, April 13 – 1-3pm$5 Sunday, April 28 – 1-3pm. Amphibians are stirring in the woods! Join us as we explore nearby breeding pools for salamanders, frogs, and egg masses. We’ll provide nets and collection jars for gentle, up-close study. Wear boots and clothes that can get a little muddy or wet.

Spring Peeper Search Saturday, April 13 – $5 8-9pm. These tiny tree frogs have thawed out and are active again in our forested wetlands. Listen to the impressive choir made by these vocal amphibians as we carefully catch, study, and release them. Bring a flashlight for better searching!

Park History Tour Sunday, April 14 – $10 members / $20 non-members 9am-3pm. Explore the Park to find the many scenic and historic sites within our beloved recreation area. Bring a water bottle, lunch, and a camera for great photo opportunities. Call to reserve a seat in the van. Carpooling encouraged.

Earth Day Celebration Saturday, April 20 – $5 per car 10am-4pm. Help us celebrate the Earth!

There will be hands-on learning stations, interpretive hikes, conservation exhibits, animals, crafts, food, music, and much more! Pre-registration is NOT required.

SPORTSMAN SERIES: 1 of 3: introduction to fly fishing Sunday, April 28 – $20 ($50 for all 3 sessions) 10am-12pm. Learn the basics of fly Practice knot tying and casting. Join Tom Battista from the Brodhead Chapter of Trout Unlimited for a fun afternoon and learn some new skills. Please call to register.

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Native Plant Sale Saturday, May 4 – 9:00am-4:00pm. Choose from a variety of native and deer resistant flowers, shrubs and grasses to beautify your yard. Pre-sale for PEEC members on Friday, May 3, from 6-8pm. Volunteers needed both days –call for details!

Wildflower Walk Sunday, May 5 – 9:00am-12:00pm. Free.

Celebrate the blossoming of spring with a walk in the woods. Bring a bottle of water and a camera for some pictures. Please call to register.

GARDEN SERIES: 2 of 3: Butterfly Gardens.

Sunday, May 5 – 1:00-3:00pm. $10 ($25 for all 3 sessions) Learn how to provide the right food, water and shelter that will increase the variety of butterflies in your garden.

Please call to register.

Warbler Weekend May 10 – 12. $195 / $150 commuter rate.

Join Darryl Speicher, from the Pocono Avian Research Center, for a wonderful weekend with the birds. Enjoy guided hikes that teach how to identify birds by sight, sound and habitat.Includes two nights of lodging and six meals. Please call to register.

Spring Photography Weekend May 10 – 12. $195 / $150 commuter rate.

Join Del Morgan, a fine art photographer who draws his artistic passion from nature.

What is here for you to discover? Join this wonderful new weekend program and learn how to create visually stunning images.Please call to register.

Introduction to Fishing Saturday, May 11 – 9:30am-12:00pm. $10 child / $5 adult. Learn the basics of fishing and then try your luck on our ponds. We provide the equipment. No fishing licenses required. Spaces limited. Call to reserve your spot!

Saturday, May 18 – 8:00-10:00am. Free for members / $5 for non-members. Interested in learning more about birds? Join Darryl Speicher, from the Pocono Avian Research Center, for a hike that focuses on bird ID and their unique natural history. We provide binoculars and field guides. Ages 10+ please. Please call to register.

PRO SERIES: 1 of 4: Herpetology, with Dr. Thomas LaDuke Saturday, May 18 – 3:00-8:00pm. $30 ($100 for all 4 classes). Learn from the experts. Join Dr. Thomas LaDuke, Associate Professor of Biological Sciences, ESU, for an in-depth look at the amphibians and reptiles of the area. Spaces are limited – register early!

“Spring Fling” Family Nature Getaway Weekend. Memorial Day: May 24 – 27. Adults $210 / Discounts for Children / Commuter & Day Rates Available – call for details. Bring your family and friends to experience the best of what PEEC has to offer. Interpretive hikes, animal presentations, fishing, canoeing, crafts, campfire and more!

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PHOTO: MIKE KLEMME, PMVB, 800poconos.com

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pring is a wonderful season in northeastern Pennsylvania.

Flowers are beginning to bloom, Spring Peepers and Wood frogs are calling and the birds are returning from their wintering grounds. People of all ages emerge from their homes as if from a cocoon, enjoying walking, gardening, playing and just enjoying the warmer weather. Ah, the season of new life‌for me, the beginning of late nights, early mornings, and the nonstop ringing of the telephone. Life for a wildlife rehabilitator gets very busy this time of year. Its baby season!

Young Gray Squirrels arrive first. Found curled up in the insulation of walls and attics, they are removed when the homeowners begin to hear the mother squirrel scurrying about and discover they are sharing their home with rodents that can do quite a bit of damage. Baby squirrels also fall from nests in chimneys, from tree nests during wind storms and when tree-cutters fell the den tree. Like most mammals, they are born blind, deaf and hairless. The mother provides her special milk and her body heat until the babies grow. Unlike other rodents, though, squirrels develop slowly, not opening their eyes until they are f our weeks old.

At the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center a formula is provided that closely matches the milk of each species we raise, and proper heat and humidity are maintained to allow the young squirrels to grow, get fuzzy, open their eyes, and begin to eat solid foods.

The process is not quite as easy as it sounds! When they are tiny, baby squirrels need to be fed every four hours, round the clock. We must stimulate the orphans to urinate and defecate, which they do not do themselves. You probably never thought about this, but if baby animals relieved themselves in the nest or den, it would get very stinky and dirty quickly! Mom takes care of this by licking the babies. We prefer to use tissues.

When the babies open their eyes, they are full of wonder.

Without fear, they approach each other, us, and their food with curiosity. Slowly, a variety of foods are added to the diet as we gradually reduce the number of formula feedings to once per day.

They are never provided with any human contact besides the actual activities involved with feeding. By interacting with each other, and not people, when these orphans are old enough to fend for themselves, they can be released back to the wild (away from homes and roads).

Bunnies are brought to the Wildlife Center for many reasons.

Dogs, cats, lawnmowers, weed whackers, children, and shovels and rakes find the nests, which are usually shallow depressions in the ground lined with hair from the mother and covered with dry vegetation. Mother rabbits are very clever, and only visit the nest early in the morning and in the evening to avoid giving away the location of her defenseless babies. Bunnies, like squirrels, are born blind, deaf, and hairless, but grow quickly and are out of the nest in a month, requiring no further help from their mother. Their care

requires less time, but they are very fragile, and can literally “frighten to death” from the sight of people. Sadly, they are so cute that many times, they are delivered in the hands of young children, and after having been kissed, photographed, fed cow’s milk or human formula, they perish simply from the stress of it all. We provide the concentrated formula they need, directly into their bellies with a tube, minimizing handling time to about thirty seconds, three times a day. As soon as they open their eyes, they begin to lap formula from a dish and begin eating clover, dandelion, cheerios and other healthy foods. When the rabbits’ ears are standing up and they are eating solid foods, they are released in old fields full of food and cover before they are much bigger than a dollar bill.

Opossums are unlike any other PA mammals. Because they are marsupials, the babies are carried in the mother’s pouch until they are old enough to travel clinging to her back.

They become orphaned when the mother is hit by a car. Unlike raccoons, skunks and squirrels, who then become left in a den, never to be found and rescued, the babies may survive up to two days in that pouch. Educated members of the public stop when they find a freshly-killed opossum to see if babies are indeed in the pouch, then bring them to the Center for care. These marsupial babies are feed with the stomach tube until they can lap from a dish. At that time they begin to grow

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quickly, eating foods from dead mice and chicken to fruits and vegetables. They are released back to the wild when they reach about 8-9 inches plus the tail.

In like fashion, the orphan parade continues through the summer and includes, fawns, foxes, skunks, and other mammals.

If you find a wild animal that appears to need help, please call the Wildlife Center at 570-402-0223 before picking it up.

Some animals can be dangerous or can carry diseases. Many times, what appears to be a problem may not be at all, or the issue can be resolved without human intervention. Rememberthere is no substitute for the care only a mother can provide.

Licenses are required by the PA Game Commission and US Fish and Wildlife Service to house and treat native wildlife.

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April & May at Monroe County Environmental Education Center The Monroe County Conservation District’s Environmental Education Center, at Kettle Creek Wildlife Sanctuary on Running Valley Road near Bartonsville, offers many educational programs year-round. Visit their website at www.mcconservation.org or call 570-629-3061 for more information.

Seeing Change Saturday, April 6. A key element of a healthy ecosystem is the element of change. Join Environmental Educator Jenifer Rituper on a walk at Kettle Creek Wildlife Sanctuary to see change; the change of seasons, the change in life cycles, the changes in the forest over time. Walk starts at 11 a.m. and ends at 12:30 p.m.

Art Opening: Terry Flatt – photographer “The Nature All Around Us” - Saturday, April 6. Emphasis will be on nature and scenic photography including images from a recent trip to eastern Africa! Opening Reception: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Early Spring Bird Walk Saturday, April 13. Bird migration is just getting underway at this time…join Environmental Educator Brian Hardiman for a leisurely stroll on the Kettle Creek trails searching for early arrivals like phoebes, gnatcatchers, maybe a warbler or two, and more…This two-hour walk begins at 10 a m.

Herpin at the Bog Tuesday, April 16. Environmental Educator Brian Hardiman will lead this exploration of the Bog’s wetlands and uplands searching for a variety of amphibians and reptiles. Pre-registration is required for all walks.

Back Yard Habitats Saturday, April 20. It has been creeping up on us for a few weeks now, spring! Join Environmental Educator Darryl Speicher as he talks about how to use native plants to achieve your landscaping goals while supporting local birds and other wildlife. This 1 ½ hour program at the Kettle Creek Wildlife Sanctuary in Bartonsville begins at 10 am.

Poconos Naturally Hike Series on Open Space Property - Where the Brodhead Ends Sunday, April 28, 1 - 4:30 p.m. - Explore the Lower Brodhead near its confluence with the Delaware. Join long-time local naturalist, educator and open space advocate, Don Miller for this exploration of the Brodhead Creek along the newly completed Delaware Water Gap to Smithfield Township Cherry Creek Confluence Trail on the banks of the Brodhead and Cherry Creek and the Delaware River. Learn about the constantly changing course of the Brodhead in this biologically interesting confluence/ delta area where the Brodhead ends. Call the Center for more information.

Signs of Spring Walk Saturday, May 4. Join Environmental Educator Karen N. Boyle at 10 a.m. for a 1 1/2 hour leisurely paced walk on one of the many trails at the 166 acre Kettle Creek Wildlife Sanctuary. We’ll search for signs of spring.

Art Opening: Kathy Bradley – painter “Natural Wonderland” Saturday, May 4. Jersey raised, Kathy romped the mountains as a child, swam the lakes, and played in the rivers and brooks. Above all, she loves the wildlife she’s seen during her travels. Opening Reception: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Birding in the Bog Tuesday, May 7. Combine one of the most unique natural settings with one of the most spectacular natural phenomenons and you get a morning of migration birding at the Bog. After the long season of dormancy, spring is exploding as new leaves compete with flowers for sunlight. Add an image of returning migrating birds from the tropics for one of the world’s idyllic events. Meet at the Bog parking lot at 7 a.m.

Pocono Wetlands Saturday, May 18. Join Victor Motts, Resource Conservation Specialist, from 10 – 11:30 a.m. for this program to learn about the wetlands found in the Poconos. Learn how plants and animals have adapted to these unique ecosystems.

Geoff and Judy’s Big Backyard Saturday, May 18. Geoff and Judy Mehl have created an exquisitely landscaped yard full of various landscape and garden ideas, all of which utilize native plants. Environmental educator, Darryl Speicher, joins the Mehls in a tour from 1 - 3 p.m. of their property to show how conservation concepts can become a reality. Please call for directions.

Century Day Sunday, May 19. Join Environmental Educator, Darryl Speicher, as he scours the fields and forests, swamps and streams of Monroe County on a quest to find 100 species of birds or more.

With the spring migration in full swing there is no better time of year to undertake an adventure such as this. Space in the van is limited to 12 participants so register early.

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Emergency Care for Your Dog

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nfortunately, accidents do happen. When a medical emergency befalls our furry friends, pet parents may find it difficult to make rational decisions, especially if something occurs during the middle of the night.

That’s why it’s crucial to have an emergency plan in place— before you need it.

How Do I Find 24-Hour Emergency Care for My Dog? Talk to your veterinarian about an emergency protocol.

Does your vet provide 24-hour service or does he or she work with an emergency clinic in the area? Some practices have multiple veterinarians on staff who rotate on-call services after hours. Check to see if your primary care vet has partners who might answer an emergency call.

It’s also a smart idea to keep the name, number and address of your local emergency clinic tacked to the refrigerator or stored in your cell phone for easy access.

When Does My Dog Need Emergency Care?

Your dog may need emergency care because of severe trauma—caused by an accident or fall—choking, heatstroke, an insect sting, household poisoning or other life-threatening situation.

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What Are Some Signs That My Dog Needs Emergency Care?

• Pale gums • Rapid breathing • Weak or rapid pulse • Change in body temperature • Difficulty standing • Apparent paralysis • Loss of consciousness • Seizures • Excessive bleeding

What Should I Do if My Dog Needs Emergency Care?

Dogs who are severely injured may act aggressively toward their pet parents, so it’s important to first protect yourself from injury. Approach your dog slowly and calmly; kneel down and say his name. If the dog shows aggression, call for help. If he’s passive, fashion a makeshift stretcher and gently lift him onto it. Take care to support his neck and back in case he’s suffered any spinal injuries.

Once you feel confident and safe transporting your dog, immediately bring him to an emergency care facility. It’s also a smart idea to ask someone—a friend or family member—to call the clinic, so the staff expects you and your dog.

What Are Some First Aid Treatments I Can Perform on My Dog?

Should I Perform CPR on My Dog? CPR may be necessary if you remove the object your dog is choking on, but he is still unconscious. First check to see if he’s breathing. If not, place him on his side and perform artificial respiration by extending his head and neck, holding his jaws closed and blowing into his nostrils once every three seconds. (Ensure no air escapes between your mouth and the dog‚Äôs nose.) If you don’t feel a heartbeat, incorporate cardiac massage while administering artificial respiration—three quick, firm chest compressions for every respiration—until your dog resumes breathing on his own.

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Camping and Hiking in the Poconos COURTESY POCONO MOUNTAINS VISITORS BUREAU

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s the weather warms, Mother Nature is beginning to open her hands to visitors. The unspoiled woods and waters of our area are just waiting to be enjoyed. What better way to experience the outdoors than to sleep under the stars and hike through the woodlands?

Camping and hiking are usually synonymous with one another, and both provide an authentic outdoor experience.

The Poconos abound with endless opportunities for camping, and fortunately, many campsites in the Pocono Mountains have hiking trails, lakes or rivers close by too!

The healthful benefits to be derived from enjoying the fresh mountain air, the clear lakes, rivers, streams, and the endless trails are too numerous to mention. Suffice it to say, they are good for the body, mind & soul.

Gearing up to enjoy these adventures is pretty simple.

A pair of good hiking boots, a stout staff, some khaki clothing and a few water bottles is all that is needed to get started. If you find yourself enjoying the sport often, you can advance to backpacks, tents, sleeping bags, camp ware and the other assorted paraphernalia all the way up to a deluxe motorized camper.

Organizations such as the Pocono Environmental Education Center, the Monroe County Recreation Department, the Monroe County Environmental Education Center, Kittatinny Canoes and YMCA have planned events, hikes, day trips and river sojourns throughout the spring, summer & fall. Or, simply grab a map of the area from any of the Visitor’s Bureaus and strike out on your own. There is a lot to discover!

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Here are a few of my favorite places that I can recommend. All have hiking, camping, woods & water!

Tobyhanna State Park Tucked away off Route 423 just north of the village of Tobyhanna is one of the nicest parks on the Pocono Plateau. It boasts a sprawling man-made lake (a leftover vintage of the ice making days), a 100+ site campground, and an intricate trail system.

There are rowboats, sailboats, and canoes for rent at the lake, a nice sand beach with lifeguards during the summer season, and plenty of fish to be caught. The campground is located on a peninsula that juts into the lake; hence many sites are lakefront sites. There are sites for tenters, motor campers, and the handicapped. The bath facilities are undergoing an upgrade from “primitive” to “modern”. The main trail surrounds the lake and is handicapped accessible. It is a 7 mile loop that can easily be completed in a few hours. Other trails lead to state game lands and a few boreal bog remnants.

• Indoor pool with 2 Jacuzzis and Sauna • Outdoor Pool • Swimming Beach • Lighted tennis, racquetball and basketball courts • Softball field • Game room, planned activities • Open all year • Woodall 5W rated

P.O. Box 850 • Marshalls Creek, PA 18301 570-223-0123 Reservations only: 800-345-1369 www.otterlake.com

Promised Land State Park Northeast of Canadensis, and accessible from route 191 or 196, lies the famous Promised Land State Park. It is one on the state’s most visited parks. It also offers a man-made lake, several campground areas, and many trail leading to interesting locations close by.

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land, the settlers quickly found out that the ground was just too rocky, and gave up for better land elsewhere. It is still just as rocky today, so be sure to have a good pair of stout hiking shoes.

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Taking 80 West out past the village of White Haven brings you to the exit for Hickory Run State Park. Just follow the signs thereafter. This also is rugged land, once covered by glaciers. A small campground and pond, many trails with deep gorges and glens with crystal clear streams spread through out the park.

But…the main attraction is the Boulder Field, a national registered landmark.

It is hard to believe the force of nature that created it, but it is miles across and is nothing but big stones atop more big stones some the size of cars. Be sure to take your camera along, you will want to photograph your friends standing on the field.

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Perhaps the biggest and best attraction in the Poconos, the recreation area was created when local citizens effectively blocked the Tocks Island Dam Project for the Delaware River in the mid ‘70s. Many think our area is much better for it today.

It is traversed by the wild & scenic Delaware River, an endless source of adventures and fun on the water.

Administered by the National Park Service, it offers a myriad of trails including segments of the famous Appalachian Trail.

There are campsites all along the course of the river and some are primitive sites located on islands in the river. These sites are for use by the canoeists making 2 or 3 day long trips on the river.

A mix of mountain ridges and broad valleys which are still leased out for farming, the recreation area offers some of the best panoramic scenery in the Poconos. It is impossible to see it all in a day, so make it a destination for you or your family all season long. More information is available for free from the park headquarters.

Lake Wallenpaupack A great choice for campers and hikers happens to be one of the most obvious – Lake Wallenpaupack. There are

four separate areas to camp around the lake, all of which offer some comforts of home (electricity, hot showers, etc…) Caffrey, Wilsonville, Ledgedale, and Ironwood Point Campsites all boast hiking trails in or nearby the campsite. Ledgedale and Shuman Point have natural areas with designated trails. If you’re looking to get off the beaten path, you can explore the wetlands around the Beech House Creek Wildlife Refuge.

Jim Thorpe Camping Resort Ask anyone in the Pocono Mountains and they’ll tell you Jim Thorpe has a lot to offer, including shopping, fishing, biking, and nightlife. But don’t forget about camping and hiking. The Jim Thorpe Camping Resort is a 28-acre wooded campground. There are 15 miles of restored switchback railroad track to hike. You can hike along the Lehigh River or head over to Beltzville State Park for different terrain. Take your camera and expect to see wildlife.

Outdoor World Scotrun Outdoor World Scotrun is located close to the geographical center of the Pocono Mountains. It is an excellent “base camp” for those who would like to explore the region from their own campsite. Located just minutes from designer outlet shopping, skiing at one of the premier Pocono ski areas, and water park fun, this mountain property has a host of activities and amenities and a long list of nearby attractions. Its amenities include a general store, lake, recreation center and facilities, mini-golf, swimming pool and video games to name a few.

Rt. 611, P O Box 428, Scotrun, Pa. 18355, 1-800-222-5557, www.1000trails.com

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WT Family Camping Located on the western edge of the Poconos, WT Family Camping may also be considered a destination campground. It is right next door to the Pocono Raceway and is always booked solid for the events held there, so make your reservations early. It is also close to the Lehigh River for whitewater rafting excitement and the Beltzville State Park and lake for swimming, fishing & motor boating.

The campground is also within a short 15 – 20 minute drive to the Camelback Mountain Resort & Crossings Premium Outlets. Its amenities include mountain biking and ATV trails, a camp store, heated pool & restrooms, fireside lounge and mini-gold among many others.

Rt. 115 , Blakeslee, Pa 18610, 570-646-9255, www.wtfamily.com

Otter Lake Camp Resort In the Northern Poconos, next to the Delaware State Forest, lies Otter Lake Camp Resort. It is 250 acres of spacious wooded campsites with a large clear lake that offers an abundance of outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing in the sprinfg, swimming and boating in the summer, biking and foliage –watching in the fall and snowmobiling or cross country skiing in winter. Amenities include a game room, live entertainment, movies, bingo, and ceramics. You may swim year round in a heated indoor pool including a sauna and whirlpools. Rent a canoe, rowboat or paddle boat for use on the lake among many othe activities for adults and the kids. Close to the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, the opportunities for hiking and adventures are endless.

P O Box 850, Marshall’s Creek, Pa 18335, 570-223-0123, www.otterlake.com

Driftstone On The Delaware Located in the Southeastern corner of the Poconos, Driftstone is a “Riverfront” family campground. Offering many riverfront campsites and activities on the Delaware River, Driftstone may be considered a destination campground. It is a full service campground, with sites for tents and RVs. Amenities include camp store, game room, swimming pool, laundry, dump station, cable TV on selected sites, free campground-wide WiFi, playground, softball and volleyball fields, basketball, ping pong and planned activities. Driftstone also offers adventure canoe, kayak & raft trips on the Delaware River for their guests.

Trips vary from 1½ to 7 hours and provide some of the best scenery the Delaware River has to offer.

2731 River Road, Mt. Bethel, Pa 18343, 1-888-355-6859, www.driftstone.com We are truly fortunate to live in the Pocono Mountains, with outdoor recreation opportunities all around us. Few activities get you closer to nature than camping and hiking. Whether you’re into extreme sports or just looking to “get away” for a few hours, take advantage of the options in the beautiful mountains of northeast Pennsylvania.

Enjoy!

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The Monroe Ribbon Mill Celebrates 100th Anniversary

BY COMMISSIONER SUZANNE MCCOOL

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n April 11, 2013 the Monroe Ribbon Mill on Ann Street will be celebrating its 100th anniversary. The Mill was opened in 1913 by present owner Kenneth A. Barthold’s grandfather. Its original name was the Monroe Silk Mill. The ribbon business his grandfather started is much different today. The new Monroe Ribbon Mill is much smaller today but is more modern and efficient today than past decades.

In decades past, Monroe Silk employed more than 200 people. Today there are only a handful of weavers and finishers who turn out thousands of yards of satin, grosgrain, glass-beaded and other standard and specialty ribbons for the fashion industry and other businesses.

Between 1934-1940, the yarn came from New York. At that time it took 2-3 months to make a suit which took 20 skeins of yarn.

Locally, Mr. Milton Williams learned to knit in 1918 as a school child. At that time in history, children learned to knit to be able to make wash cloths for the soldiers in World War I. Mr. Williams worked for 55 years as a dyer for the Monroe Ribbon Mill. One item of interest that many local folks may not know is that the ribbon mill had contracts from Samsonite Luggage to make the straps for suitcases. The Mill also had contracts for many years with General Motors to make the interior straps for the back seats of their cars.

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r. Williams retired at the age 65, and was asked to return to the Mill to continue working. At age 76, a boiler exploded and he was injured and he did not return to work after that.

It’s interesting that the Silk Mill has survived to this day when so many other mills have closed. The Bartholds say that they just held on. As other mills closed, they picked up a share of their business. Ken Barthold’s grandfather, James Arbogast, opened Monroe Silk in 1913 with several other partners. Today Arbogasts’ grand son-in-law, Kenneth Barthold, and his son Gregory Barthold, now run the operation.

Sometime around 1980, the plant changed from using shuttle looms to highly automated needle looms, which allowed faster production and more versatility. The needle looms enable weavers today to use more than one type of yarn in the same ribbon. Some of the newer ribbons such as wired ribbon and reflective ribbon woven with a yarn beaded with glass is used in postal uniforms, safety vests, airline uniforms, and other items which need safety features.

The present factory store which is open to the public 6 days a week, sells many varieties of ribbon and other materials.

Sewing may be a lost art, but area seamstresses are very pleased with the department at the mill that provides all one’s sewing needs. Crafters have discovered this hometown business which carries a wide variety of craft items for every holiday and season. There are so many other items for sale. I believe that the shoppers who stop in during the Mill’s 100th anniversary may soon realize this valuable treasure trove as an alternative to the big box stores in our area. The Monroe Ribbon Mill is really a gem. Happy 100th Anniversary!

I’d like to give special thanks to several local historians for the information in this article: Betty Jo Bachman, Janet Mishkin, and Amy Leiser.

Suzanne McCool

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