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June/July 2013

What’s Inside 4 Independence Day

by Suzanne McCool 6 Pocono YMCA Teaches Water Safety 8 Whitewater Rafting 12 Tennis, the Game of Life

by Liz Longenhagen, SROSRC 14 June & July at Pocono Environmental Education Center 17 Restaurants, Diners, Bistros & Bars 26 Cheers and Tears

by K athy Uhler, PWREC 34 Composting for Your Garden 36 Time to Make Some Bucks

by Boots McCoy

Toasting marshmallows along the shores of beautiful Lake Wallenpaupack.

Photo by Russ Schleipman, courtesy of the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau, www.800poconos.com

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Independence Day

BY SUZANNE MCCOOL

W

hat does the 4th of July or “Independence

Day” mean to you? Over the years, at various times, I have thought how happy I am to be born an American and to live in America.

I have traveled to approximately 20 countries in the world, and while I have enjoyed my trips abroad, I was always happy to be back in the good ol’ USA! I do cherish our freedoms and I have counted my blessings that our forefathers were such courageous, honest, and ethical individuals. Our American story could have been so different if we hadn’t had people like Ben Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Paul Revere, George Washington, Samuel Adams, and many others to lead us to freedom.

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he decision to separate from England was not made lightly. Thoughtful, highly moral people felt it was the right thing to do. Our ancestors fought a long, difficult war to secure the freedoms we all cherish today.

We should all be thankful for the sacrifices they made to start a new nation conceived with the idea of liberty for all.

At the time I was in high school, we had to memorize the first paragraph of The Declaration of Independence in our history classes. It is thrilling writing. Do you remember it?

And I quote....

“When in the Course of human Events, it becomes necessary for one People to dissolve the Political Bands which have connected them with another, and to assume among the Powers of the Earth, the separate and equal Station to which the Laws of Nature and Nature’s God entitle them, a decent Respect to the Opinions of Mankind requires that they should declare the causes which impel them to the Separation. We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all Men are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness – That to secure these Rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just Powers from the Consent of the Governed, that whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these Ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute a new Government, laying its Foundation on such Principles, and organizing its Powers in such Form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness.”

Note that many words were capitalized by the authors of the Declaration of Independence to emphasis their importance at that time.

The Declaration goes on for several more pages.

It can easily be found on-line today, and I encourage everyone on this Fourth of July to read it, and appreciate the beauty of our American system of government. 

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his summer, as millions of families head to the beach, lake, pool or water park for fun in the sun, the Pocono Family YMCA reminds Monroe County Community of the importance of safety while in the water.

Swimming has always been part of the Pocono Family YMCA. It’s a great way for families to spend time together and improve their health and wellness. But it’s all about safety.

Our primary advice to all adults and children is to learn how to swim and to understand the importance of being safe while in the water. It’s never too late.

For the last 120 years, the YMCA has been recognized as the nation’s swim instructor, teaching safety and confidence in the water. The following safety tips will help keep children and families safe in the water this summer: • Only swim where there is lifeguard on duty.

• Never swim alone.

• Read and follow all rules and signs.

• Constantly watch children in and near the water. If multiple adults are in the vicinity, designate a “water watcher” so everyone knows who is “on duty.”

• Keep children who cannot swim within arm's reach of an adult in the water.

• Children and inexperienced swimmers should take precautions, such as wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal floatation device (PFD) when around the water.

• Stop swimming at the first indication of bad weather.

• Enter water feet first unless in a designated diving area.

To learn more or sign up for swim lessons at the Pocono Family YMCA call (570) 421-2525 or visit www. poconoymca.org. 

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The Excitement of White Water Rafting!

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COURTESY OF THE POCONO MOUNTAINS VISITORS BUREAU Summer is upon us, and that means one thing: hot weather! ut don’t let that stop you from enjoying the great Pocono outdoors. A fast-paced, exciting, and most importantly, cooling, way to beat the summer heat is to raft down one of our fabled rivers.

Rafting truly became established in the 1960’s, with outfitters setting up shop next to our country’s most famous rivers. The activity progressed steadily over the next few decades, helped greatly by its inclusion in Olympic Games. Finally, in 1997, the International Rafting Federation was founded. Nowadays, rafting is a worldwide pastime that continues to grow.

The best part about this activity is that you can spend time with family and friends or choose to go it alone. You can raft down Class 4 rapids and hang on for dear life or jump in a party barge with your family and coast down the river. Either way, be prepared for a great workout. The signs of a good float include a life vest tan, wet clothes, and a full-body ache.

In addition to the excitement, water-goers also get a view of nature from the best seat in the house. You might see a bald eagle holding a bass on the bank, or a few deer contemplating a lengthy cross to other side.

Two things are certain, you’re going to get wet and you’re going to have fun. Experience the beauty of our rivers first hand, book a rafting trip and, oh yea, hold on!

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As for where to go, well, take your pick:

Delaware River Liveries: Chamberlain Canoes, Rafts, Kayaks and Tubing River Road, Minisink Acres Mall Minisink Hills, PA 18341 800-422-6631 570-421-0180 www.chamberlaincanoes.com Shawnee River Trips One River Road, Shawnee on Delaware, PA 18356 800-SHAWNEE 570-424-4000 www.shawneerivertrips.com Kittatinny Canoes, Inc. 378 Rtes. 6 & 209, Milford, PA 18337 800-356-2852 www.kittatinny.com

Lehigh River Liveries: Adventure Center at Whitewater Challengers 288 N. Stagecoach Road, Weatherly , PA 18255 800-443-7238 570-443-9532 www.whitewaterchallengers. com Pocono Whitewater 1519 State Rte. 903 , Jim Thorpe , PA 18229 800-944-8392 570-325-3655 www.poconowhitewater.com Whitewater Rafting Adventures 101 W. Adventure Trail Road., Nesquehoning, PA 18240 800-876-0285 570-669-9127 www.adventurerafting.com

Photo by Pocono Whitewater, courtesy PMVB www.800.poconos.com

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Eastern Monroe Public Library Branches Hughes Library (main branch) Stroudsburg, PA 570-421-0800 www.monroepl.org

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Pocono Township Branch Tannersville, PA 570-629-5858 Smithfield Branch Marshalls Creek, PA 570-223-1881

Barrett Paradise Friendly Library Cresco, PA 570-595-7171 www.barrettlibrary.org Clymer Library Pocono Pines, PA 570-646-0826 www.clymerlibrary.org

Pocono Mountain Public Library Tobyhanna, PA 570-894-8860 www.poconomountpl.org

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ow that summer is here, it’s time to fire up the grill. For many, a cookout isn’t complete without a juicy, delicious hamburger. Even those trying to follow a healthier, natural diet can enjoy this classic summer favorite by using the right ingredients.

Mitzi Dulan, a nationally recognized nutrition and wellness expert and team sports nutritionist for the Kansas City Royals, understands the importance of building a better burger using leaner, healthier ingredients that benefit the body.

“Lean beef is an integral part of a wholesome burger as it provides essential nutrients and protein to keep you trim and energized,” Dulan said. “In addition to choosing nutritious ingredients, exercise portion control and practice moderation to create an even healthier burger.”

Dulan recommends considering these tips for building a better burger: n Simple substitutions, such as using lean ground beef, can create a protein-packed burger that is lowfat and has fewer calories. n Keep in mind that lean beef cooks in 1/3 less time than regular beef since it has less fat. So, adjust the cooking time to match your method of grilling. To make the grilling process as healthy as possible, use natural charcoal. n Try new, healthier toppings that add a unique twist of flavor to your burger. Instead of ketchup, which can be loaded with excess sugar and sodium, consider fresh salsa. Replace mayonnaise with sliced avocado, which is a creamy, heart-healthy alternative. n Use whole grain buns in place of white buns.

Whole-grains are absorbed slower by the body, meaning they do not raise sugar levels as quickly and keep you feeling full longer. This reduces the urge to eat larger portions or snack after a meal.

For more tips, recipes and to enter Laura’s Lean Beef’s Summer Grilling Sweepstakes, visit www.facebook.com/ laurasleanbeef starting May 27, 2013. 

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Grill a Better, Healthier Burger Laura’s Lean Beef Stuffed Cheeseburgers Prep time: About 10 minutes Cooking time: 5-7 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients: 1 pound Laura’s Lean Beef 96% Lean Ground Sirloin 1/4 cup finely minced onion 1/4 cup chopped parsley 2 ounces reduced fat Monterey Jack cheese, cut into 4 even 1/2-ounce pieces 4 slices reduced calorie oatmeal bread 2 tomatoes, sliced 4 lettuce leaves

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Directions: 1. Mix beef with onion and parsley. Divide beef into 4 equal portions. Divide each individual portion in half so you have 8 equal portions.

2. Flatten 4 portions into rounds. Place a 1/2-ounce piece of cheese on top of each round. Flatten the remaining 4 portions of beef into rounds, place on top of cheese then seal edges of rounds together, sealing cheese in.

3. Grill (covered with grill lid) at 400-450°F about 5-7 minutes on each side or to desired degree of doneness.

4. To serve, place each burger on top of one slice of reduced calorie (45 calories per slice) bread. Top each burger with lettuce and sliced tomatoes and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information per Serving:

(1 cheeseburger with tomatoes and lettuce on 1 slice reduced calorie bread) Calories 244; Calories from Fat 74 (30% from Fat); Fat 8g; Saturated Fat 4g; Cholesterol 69mg; Sodium 258mg; Carbohydrates 13g; Fiber 1g; Protein 30g; Vitamin A 14% ; Vitamin C 17%; Calcium 14%; Iron 21%

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ant to participate in a sport or have your children participate in a sport that affects both their physical and mental health? Tennis has the ability to keep your heart pumping and your adrenalin running while stimulating the brain. It is an amazing workout that can be played throughout life at any age, while developing many positive characteristics. Tennis is both a team and an individual sport that emphasizes the importance of hard work and dedication.

Participating in a sport like tennis promotes positive skills that are used in everyday life—like team building, work ethic, confidence, patience, cooperation and perseverance. Because Life can and does throw many different things your way, tennis can help you be prepared for them. Improving your life experience is what the game of tennis is all about.

As a student athlete, tennis helped me to stay on track in life and in school. If I needed someone to help with my schoolwork, my tennis team was there. If I needed advice about making a hard decision in my life, my tennis team was there. We taught each other patience and understanding for one another but also to have confidence in everything we did, on or off the court. Supporting each other on the tennis court boosts your confidence and gives you courage to try your best. Having those same people support you off the court as well shows the meaning of friendship.

Because I have learned these positive traits

Tennis,

the game of life

BY LIZ LONGENHAGEN

Otter Lake CAMP RESORT

from being on a tennis team, they’ve helped me obtain my internship at Stroud Region Open Space and Recreation Commission (SROSRC). I was confident enough to pursue my interest with the agency and to set up an interview which led to my intern position.

Tennis opportunities are available for all ages in the Stroud Region, with a number of tennis courts available to the public: at East Stroudsburg University, Dansbury Park, and behind the Stroudsburg Area High School.

A group of local tennis enthusiasts have recently formed the non-profit Stroud Area Regional Tennis Association (SARTA). Its goal is to construct an indoor and outdoor tennis facility in the region to serve both the community and its members. Their vision is to create a training and recreation center for men, women, and children of all ages.

The Day Street Community Center offers a few different tennis programs for youth. Youth Tennis for ages 10 and under emphasizes hand/eye coordination, catching, throwing, and footwork – the basic framework of the game. USTA Team Tennis is designed for players who have mastered the basics and include serving, score keeping, and rallying. Ralley Ball Tennis for ages 8-14 alters the game slightly by modifying the traditional serve and scoring to make it easy and fun right away. Teen Beginner Tennis is designed for players who have finished Ralley Ball and wish to sharpen skills prior to joining USTA Team Tennis. For more information, visit the SROSRC website at www.srosrc.org or call (570) 426-1512. It is never too late to grab a tennis racket and start playing! 

Elizabeth Longenhagen is a student from East Stroudsburg University in the Recreation and Leisure Service Management Major. She completed her 12-week internship at SROSRC and is receiving her Bachelor of Science this May.

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June & July 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.

Volunteer Day – National Trails Day Saturday, June 1 – 9:00am12:00pm. Join us for a fun morning of trail work. Everyone is welcome and appreciated!

Refreshments provided; please call to register.

Cicada Mania!

Saturday, June 1 – 1:00-3:00pm. $5 per person. The periodical cicadas are emerging from their 13 & 17 year cycles. Come out and learn about these amazing insects!

Please call to register.

If you’re short on time to get to a program sponsored by one of the local environmental centers, get out and enjoy what makes the Pocono Mountains special by visiting your hometown parks.

Here are some of the highlights at Zacharias Pond so far this year: a bald eagle, a red fox, a pair of green herons, a pair of wood ducks, a snapping turtle the size of a large turkey platter, a muskrat, a hawks’ nest (with new chicks), and this bright clump of wild columbine.

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Family Fishing Sunday, June 2 – 10:00am12:00pm, Saturday, June 8 – 10:00am-12:00pm. $5 adult / $10 child. Learn the basics of fishing and then try your luck on our ponds. We provide all of the equipment. Supervised children only, please. No fishing licenses required. Spaces limited. Call to reserve your spot!

Pond Explorers Saturday, June 8 – 1:00-3:00pm, Sunday, June 9 – 10:00am12:00pm, $5 per person. Join us as we explore the ponds with nets! We’ll collect fish, macroinvertebrates, amphibians, and anything else we find in some buckets, for up-close study. Wear

boots and plan on getting a little wet and muddy! Spaces limited.

Register early!

13th Annual Golf Outing Monday, June 10. Join us for a great day of golf at the Lords Valley Country Club at Hemlock Farms.

Proceeds benefit educational programs.

Wild Edibles Walk Saturday, June 15 – 10:00am12:00pm, $10. Nature provides food for us in the form of many plants. Join us on a hike focused on wild edibles. No collecting will be done within the Park.

Call to reserve a seat in the van.

Carpooling encouraged.

Summer Canoe Paddle Sunday, June 16 – 1:00-3:00pm, Saturday, June 22 – 1:003:00pm, $5 per person. Start summer off the right way! Paddle a canoe…and try out our new kayaks! Beginners are welcome – we teach you everything you need to know. Dress appropriately – you may get wet. Call to reserve your spot in a canoe!

Nature Photography Saturday, June 22 – 9:00am4:00pm, $65. This beginner

level class teaches the basics of nature photography.

Del Morgan, a fine arts photographer, will lead this exciting new class. What is here for you to discover?

Learn how to create visually stunning images. Bring a bagged lunch; please call to register.

Macro Flower Photography Weekend June 28-30, $250 / $200 commuter / Day Rates Available. Join Kathy Peoples, Professional Photographer & Educator, and learn how to pinpoint focus, blur the background, saturate colors, use Photoshop, and more.

Relax in the Poconos while learning from an amazing teacher. Includes lodging and meals; please call to register.

PRO SERIES: 2 of 4: Small Mammals, with Dr. Howard Whidden, E.S.U. professor. Saturday, June 29 – 4:00-9:00pm, $30 ($100 for all 4 classes).

Learn from the experts. Join Dr. Howard Whidden for an-depth look at the mice, moles, voles and shrews of our area. Use live mammals and taxidermy mounts to learn identification tips.

Includes evening study of bats and their echolocation calls. Please call to register.

PEEC Summer Day Camp June 24 – August 16, 2013, 9:00am-4:00pm. Children, ages 3-15, can enjoy weeks of exploration & discovery at PEEC’s Summer Day Camp! Each week is focused on a theme, such as Bugs & Butterflies, Magnificent Mammals, Outdoor Living Skills, & Backpack Explorer.

For more information, please call 570-828-2319 or check www.peec.org.

“Celebration with a Bang” Family Nature Getaway Weekend July 5 – 8, Adults $210 / Child, Commuter, Day Rates Available. Bring your friends and family to experience the best of what PEEC has to offer. Nature hikes, animal presentations, swimming, canoeing, fireworks, campfire and more! Price includes three nights lodging and meals from Friday dinner to Monday lunch.

Moonlit Drumming Saturday, July 13 -- 6:309:30pm, $30 adult / $15 child. Master drummer, Maxwell Kofi Donkor, is back for another unforgettable experience. Enjoy an introductory lesson and a drumming circle under the moonlit sky. Don’t miss this great event! No experience necessary. Call to reserve a drum.

Frog Frolics Saturday, July 13 – 1:003:00pm, Sunday, July 14 – 10:00am-12:00pm. $5 per person. Join us for a fun morning at the ponds and streams! Learn about some of our frog friends as we gently catch and release these hopping amphibians.

Wear boots and plan on getting a little wet and muddy!

SPORTSMAN SERIES: 2 of 3: Bring Out Your Dead Saturday, July 20 – 1:003:00pm, $20 ($50 for all 3 sessions). Learn the basics of taxidermy. Join Ronald Lewis from the Pennsylvania Taxidermy Association for a fun afternoon and learn some new skills.

Nature at Night Saturday, July 20 – 8:009:30pm, Free for members / $5 for non-members.

A summer evening is the perfect time to head outside.

Take a walk in the woods, listen for frogs and look at the stars.

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Summer Canoe Paddle Sunday, July 21 – 10:00am-12:00pm, $5. Start summer off the right way!

Paddle a canoe…and try out our new kayaks! Beginners are welcome – we teach you everything you need to know.

Dress appropriately – you may get wet. Call to reserve your spot in a canoe!

Wild Edibles Saturday, July 27 – 10:00am-12:00pm, $10.

Nature provides food for us in the form of many plants. Join us on a hike focused on wild edibles. No collecting will be done within the Park. Call to reserve a seat in the van.

Carpooling encouraged.

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GARDEN SERIES: 3 of 3: Composting Saturday, July 27 – 1:003:00pm, $10. Learn all about the advantages of composting and how to get started on this wonderful pastime.

Butterfly Walk Sunday, July 28 – 1:003:00pm, $5. Learn about the wonderful world of butterflies! Join David Trently on a search through the fields and around the ponds for butterflies and dragonflies.

Call early – spaces fill up fast!

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QUIET VALLEY

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50th Year

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Guides in Period Clothing Recreate Life on a 19th Century Pennsylvania German Farm Open June 15th - Labor Day

Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday Noon - 5pm Also Sat. 6/1, 6/8, 9/7, 9/14 (10-4:00) & 10/19, 10/26 (1-8:00)

June 15

Summer Garden Party Victorian Tea $12.00 By reservation Seasons of the Year - Summer

July 13

5K Rooster Run 9am Music in the Valley

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July 13 & 14 50th Anniversary Weekend !!

Aug 3

Heritage Craft Day 11:00 - 4:00 Country Auction 10:00

October 12 & 13 Harvest Festival 10:00 - 5:00

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Sept 7

Seasons of the Year - Fall (Farm to Table Tour $15)

4:30 - 7:00 every 1/2 hour December 7, 8, 14, 15 Old Time Christmas Tours 3:00 - 7:00

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With summer quickly approaching and parents seeking child care and recreational programs for youth within the local community, there is nothing better than enrolling your child in the popular low-cost Stroud Kids Summer Day Camp program. Stroud Kids Camp promotes a sense of community where participants learn how to work, play, and care for one another. Camp allows children to be physically active, ask questions, ask for help, and try new things.

Camp dates are Monday through Friday June 24-August 16. Camp sites are offered at several locations: Dansbury Park, Morey Elementary and Stroudsburg High School and are open to all. For the convenience of working parents, Before and After Camp options are available.

Stroud Kids provides a safe, fun, and engaging program for school-aged participants ages 6-14, including active and passive games, swimming, outdoor exploration, arts and crafts, cooperative challenges, and much more.

Weekly themes offer varied activities full of action and adventure, and special visitors and events provide exciting and educational times for campers as well. The optimistic, outgoing and qualified Camp Counselors receive staff training and all are certified in Adult/Child CPR, AED, and First Aid Training.

Because Stroud Kids strives on the importance of safety for all campers, participants receive a DigiKids Safety ID at no extra cost. The DIGIKIDS® Child ID - CD delivers peace of mind with the most advanced and effective child safety program available today. The CD contains highresolution photographs of your child, along with physical and medical information.

The fee for the eight-week series is $520; payment plan options are available by registering in person at the 15 Day Street Community Center. The half-scholarship grant is available for qualified, low-income families.  For more information regarding the Stroud Kids Day Camp, please contact 570-426-1512 or log on to www.srosrc.org/ camps.php

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SPECIAL FEATURE INSERT FOR THE JUNE/JULY 2013 ISSUE OF POCONO LIVING MAGAZINE©

S T N A R U A T S RE

Bistros &

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Welcome to Pocono Living Magazine’s guide to Restaurants, Diners, Bistros & Bars.

Have you ever seen the television series “Diners, Drive - Ins & Dives” on The Food Network channel?

Yea, we have too, and it’s very popular on the cable network.

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It has inspired us to do our own version as an annual centerfold feature in Pocono Living Magazine©, complete with a map guide to find each business location.

The next time you are thinking about where you would like to go for breakfast, lunch or dinner—a beer or a bottle of wine with a filet or some sushi—reach for this guide and try someplace new each time. The Poconos have a lot to offer.

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“A dimly lit dive at the end of the drive” “Where up-side-down is so right-side-up” “If you’re not like everyone else, come on down, you’ll fit right in” “If you haven’t experienced the Minisink Hotel, you haven’t experienced the Poconos”

All of the above describe The Minisink Hotel: a Legend in its own time!

Built sometime around 1740­—no one is quite certain— the Minisink has survived floods, fires, fiends and foes for over 270 years. Through the American Revolution, the Prohibition Years, the Great Depression and the Flood of ‘55—it still stands strong today.

It has existed in many forms over the years; a stage coach stop, hotel, general store & post office, and of course a “watering hole for patrons and horses”. Today, it’s a tavern still frequented by loyal patrons, although some now arrive on “motorized horses” called Harley Hogs.

Owner Rick Strunk quietly watches over the bar most of the time. The crowd can be an eclectic mix of anything from bar-bums in jeans to businessmen in suits, or girls in shorts to ladies in evening dresses. The menu is hung on the walls with notecards and sign boards. The Juke Box has The Stones, The Eagles, Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin. The beer is cold, the drinks are stiff, and the food is plentiful.

What more could you ask for?

And, it’s possible that George Washington slept here, but no one knows for sure.

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Road tripping is a summertime rite of passage. From camping and beach trips to family reunions, most likely you’ll be adding some extra miles to your vehicle over the next few months.

But before you hit the road, get your vehicle ready for travel.

These good maintenance practices will help keep you behind the wheel and out of the shop:

Tires For proper, safer handling of your car and better gas mileage, ensure that your tires are not over or underinflated.

Check your owner’s manual for the recommended tire pressure. But remember, in warmer temperatures the air pressure in your tires will rise.

Rotate your tires on a regular basis to even out wear. While doing so, inspect the tread. If they’re unevenly or overly worn, replace them immediately. And don’t forget to keep a properly inflated spare tire in your trunk for roadside emergencies.

Engine “Heat is the biggest enemy of performance and can damage car parts,” warns Chris Barker, Technical Services Manager at Royal Purple, a manufacturer of premium synthetic lubricants. “During warmer weather, on longer drives, or when tugging extras like boats, campers or trailers, it’s important to take extra measures to keep engine temperatures low.”

Air Conditioner Monitor your air conditioner for performance. Is it running as well as last year? Have your A/C serviced annually to avoid a literally sticky situation.

Windshield Wipers Replace worn windshield wipers.

Getting caught in a rainstorm with bad windshield wipers greatly impairs visibility and can be a safety hazard for you and other drivers.

Get Your Car Ready for Summer Travel

Change the Oil For fewer oil changes, change your motor oil to a premium synthetic motor oil. Fewer oil changes mean time and money saved, and are better for the planet. By upgrading, you can expect better engine performance, fuel efficiency and corrosion protection.

The last place you’ll want to be on your vacation is in the shop. By preparing, you can pave the way for a hassle-free summer on the road. 

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Cheers and Tears

KATHY UHLER, POCONO WILDLIFE REHABILITATION AND EDUCATION CENTER

Pocono Wildlife through the Eyes of a Rehabilitator

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he year I was born, my parents bought a small cottage in Marshall’s Creek, Monroe County. It was quiet and dark. Some of the most vivid memories I have are those of the sounds made by the creatures that lived in the woods and nearby pond. There were deafening numbers of tiny Spring Peeper frogs calling in April and May. The noise was almost intolerable, but the sheer numbers made that experience unforgettable.

Later in spring, the less intense Pickerel and Leopard frogs would call, and then the warm summer evenings were enhanced by the laid-back banjo-like twangs made by Green Frogs and the “jug-of-rum” of Bullfrogs. Other animals were vocal at night as well. Whippoorwills, birds which eat insects in the evening, sang from the darkness and katydids began their loud chorus in August.

In the daytime, birds of the forest sang their songs, hidden by the dense foliage. I wasn’t well versed in the names of all the birds, but I remember Hermit and Wood thrushes and vireos, towhees, and, of course, Robins.

We did see wildlife as well. My parents invested in a red bulb for the spotlight in front of the cabin and directed it right on our birdfeeder. Flying squirrels would come to the feeder at night, gliding back and forth to their tree cavity nest. We’d see Luna moths and walking sticks resting on the screening of our back porch, from which we’d also feed the chipmunks. I had become so accustomed to seeing deer, squirrels, raccoons and skunks, I assumed that everyone in the world was familiar and comfortable with wildlife.

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oday, despite the proliferation of new housing, businesses and roads, many species of wildlife still abound in the Poconos, due especially to the number and size of lands controlled and maintained by the PA Game Commission, DCNR (State Parks), The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, and to conservation groups including The Nature Conservancy and Pocono Heritage Land Trust. Our Open Space programs have proven to be beneficial in protecting choice properties from becoming tax-money consuming housing parcels.

As a young adult, I was so intensely interested in wildlife that I earned my undergraduate and graduate degrees here in the Pocono Mountains learning about wildlife health and habitat and teaching others about the creatures with whom we share northeastern PA. In addition to my position teaching Ecology and Bioethics at Stroudsburg High School, I serve as founder and Director of the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center, a nonprofit, all-volunteer wildlife care facility.

It is work that truly goes without understanding by the public and even friends and family. There are no “summer vacations”, or even entire “days off”. We hear “It must be so much fun to work with the animals” and “I’d love to do what you do”. Spending time with wildlife can be fun, but two recent animals with which we worked illustrate the very highest highs and deepest lows of wildlife rehabilitation.

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ne day, we received a call from a gentleman and his wife who were unlucky enough to have a bear cub run headlong into the wheel of his truck while scampering across the road to keep up with his mother and sibling, who crossed safely ahead of him. Unconscious, the limp cub was brought to the wildlife center. After administering pain medication and large quantities of electrolytes, the 25 pound cub was able to open his eyes now and then, and look at us.

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able to get him to lick blueberry yogurt from a spoon, which picked up his spirits (much in the same way that ice cream does for me when I hurt).

The next morning, he was able to pick up his head, and ate whatever we put in his mouth—cantaloupe, yogurt, thawed blackberries etc, but he was in a great deal of pain, more than we have medication for here at the wildlife center. A call was made to a local animal hospital which delivered and administered a more appropriate medication for the level of pain and inflammation this poor cub was suffering. By the next day, the little bear was trying to sit up, feeling much better after medication allowed for a good night’s sleep. And then by the next day, little “Boo Boo” knew we were not mom and he was not in Jellystone anymore. He would smack his lips and snort at us—such a big man! Although wobbly, he was able to stand and eat food from a bowl. At this point he was going through two full cups of fruit yogurt, a cup of varied fruits, a half dozen dead chicks, and two cups of “bear formula” a day.

Cleaning his cage became a choreography of getting the cub to move from one cage into another. Eric observed him as he ate while I cleaned bear poop and replaced towels and blankets lining his cage.

Then, with yet more food the cub was coaxed to move back to the cleaned cage. This little bruin was ready to be back with his mom.

The PA Game Commission has authority to direct our efforts especially when it comes to dangerous or highprofile animals, such as bears. A call was made notifying them that the cub was ready for release. WCO Cory Bentzoni arrived at the wildlife center and he and Eric wrestled the now 30 pound furry ball of teeth and claws to attach metal ear tags for future identification while I attempted to videotape the process. You wouldn’t think two grown men would have such a hard time piercing the ears of a little bitty cub, but bears are not to be underestimated, at any size! He was then transported to the exact location where his mother and sibling had 28 POCONO LIVING MAGAZINE© JUNE/JULY 2013

been spotted, and to the waiting WCO Raymond Lizzio, in whose district the bear was found. He had scoped out the area and there was a heavily used bear trail, no people for interference, and a pile of pastries placed strategically down the trail for mom and cub to meet. We put the cage on the ground, opened the door, and said our goodbyes. The cub took off like a shot, then he stopped, sniffed the air, and gave us a look that provided us confidence that he knew where he was, and he slowly walked away from us down the bear path.

Eric and I were exhausted from our week of rehabilitating this cub but the satisfaction, thrill and exhilaration will never be forgotten.

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n another day at the center, I received a phone call from off-duty Wildlife Conservation Officer Brad Kreider, who was responding to a call that an immature Bald Eagle had suffered electrocution and fell some fifty feet from a power pole in West Easton. Upon arrival at the wildlife center, the bird was drifting in and out of consciousness, and had a burn injury to his left foot. Animals are weighed upon admission to calculate dosages of medications and to judge their general condition. In addition to burns and trauma, the young eagle weighed only 7 pounds, at least 3 pounds under normal weight. Young raptors often starve, not because of

a lack of prey, but because it takes time to perfect hunting skills. Fluids, medications for shock, trauma, and pain were administered, and an animal hospital with two veterinarians experienced in raptor medicine were alerted that we needed their help as soon as the bird was stable enough to survive x-rays, tests and treatment.

We worked with the large brown bird into the night, and by morning he was standing and staring at us. His left leg

was bright red, his wing drooped, but he was standing! After a very brief high-five, my husband, Eric, and I rushed the bird to the vet. Following their consult with the well-known University of Minnesota Raptor Center, the prognosis was handed down as very, very poor. We were provided a bag full of topical preparations, antibiotics, pain medications, and a sympathetic handshake to return home from the vet with a very, very injured bird.

After a few days, the eagle was able to move about and flap a little.

His energy level was up, his pain level was noticeably lower, and he was HUNGRY. Encouraged by his progress, and increasing activity level, we worked day and night, alternating medications, providing calories, fluids and foot massages to try and regain circulation in the leg. Then one morning, we were stunned to find that the small wound on the leg had enlarged and a hole in the skin opened in the wing. We rushed to the animal hospital, where we were informed that, similar to frostbite, damage from electricity becomes visible days after the injury. We treated

aggressively, but by the next morning, the vast amount of tissue damage caused by the electric jolt received by this beautiful young eagle took his life. We were crushed. We sat and held the bird, not speaking, incredulous that such a life force was taken after so very much care.

Working with wildlife, from songbirds to raptors and opossums to bears, requires not only education and training in the medical evaluation and treatment of animals, but their diets, handling and keeping stress in captivity to a minimum. In addition, much of the work is tedious, filling out the mountains of paperwork required of us, cleaning cages, and answering hundreds and hundreds of phone calls. The losses are painful, especially when unexpected or after a great deal of hands-on rehabilitation time, but despite the losses Eric and I continue to be optimistic in the face of severe injuries or when working with a difficult species. When a wild thing regains its freedom, there is an indescribable feeling of satisfaction that no summer vacation on the beach can equal. 

The PWREC is a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization which treats all native species of wildlife, returning healthy individuals to the wild, provided education and advice to individuals and groups of all sizes and ages about many wildlife issues, and provided a buffer against disease and injury to the public by maintaining a professional facility to which animals in need of help can be brought.

The PWREC holds licenses from the PA Game Commission, US Fish and Wildlife Service and US Dept of Agriculture, none of which fund our efforts, but provide us with mountains of paperwork that allow us to do our work legally! Currently, this is the only all-volunteer, all-species facility in the Pocono region. The facility is funded by donations from individuals and from our live wildlife education programs. We have no corporate sponsors, as yet, but would be delighted to have that support. Please consider visiting our website, www.poconowildlife.org, providing a tax-deductible donation, requesting a live wildlife demonstration for your organization, community or school, or donating time to complete one of our projects.

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lthough a dog’s ears need to be regularly monitored for his entire life, a little basic maintenance is generally all that’s required to keep them clean and healthy.

Canine Anatomy Because of the twisty, curvy design of a dog’s inner ears, it’s easy for parasites, bacteria and yeast to hide and thrive in them. This also means that any debris in the canal must work its way up to escape. Infections can result from trapped debris.

Dogs with allergies are particularly vulnerable, as are those with floppy ears, like Cocker spaniels, basset hounds and poodles.

Routine Care Your dog’s regular grooming/maintenance routine should include regular ear checks. This is especially important for dogs who produce excessive earwax or have a lot of innerear hair: If your dog’s inner ears appear dirty, clean them with a cotton ball dampened with mineral oil, hydrogen peroxide or a solution formulated specifically for this purpose. Inner-ear skin is delicate, so allow your vet to demonstrate the proper method for cleaning your dog’s ears.

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If your dog sprouts hair from his ear canal, you or your groomer may have to tweeze it out every few weeks to prevent problematic mats and tangles from forming.

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If you’re not careful, frequent bathing and swimming can lead to irritation and infection. To prevent this from happening, place cotton in your dog’s ears before baths, and be sure to dry her ears as thoroughly as you safely can after all water sports and activities.

If your dog is prone to ear infections, you might want to pour a tiny amount of an ear drying solution made for dogs into her ear canals to help evaporate any water trapped inside. These ear washes, usually witch hazelbased, are available at better pet supply stores.

Danger Signs Contact your veterinarian if you notice any of the following symptoms affecting your dog’s ears: Ear discharge Bad smells Redness Swelling Crusty skin Hair loss

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Please also be aware that brown or black ear wax—and dry, dark wax resembling coffee grounds—are classic indicators of microscopic ear mites. Only your vet can tell for sure, so please don’t delay bringing a gooey-eared pooch in for a checkup. 

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A ride through the West End of Monroe County on a summer evening is a great way to see our gorgeous farmland. Try Cherry Valley Road or Kunkletown Road for some vistas like this.

“Sunset over Farm,” photograph

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_ Tips to Start

Composting for Your Garden

It doesn’t matter if you’re a gardening novice trying to supplement your dinner table with some homegrown veggies or an entrepreneur that earns a living off the land, composting is a simple way to go green and help save the environment.

You don’t have to be an environmentalist to compost, either.

Compost, which is organic matter that has been decomposed and recycled and used for fertilizing soil, is great for your garden and will help reduce landfill waste. In addition, composting in your home garden will help you save money.

“Using compost means your garden will be more cost-effective because you will have to spend less on fertilizers, insecticides, and fungicides for a given harvest of any crop,” says Brett L.

“Composting can help improve the quality of your garden.”

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Markham, author of “The Mini Farming Guide to Composting,” the latest in his Mini Farming book series.

Across the country people are embracing the concept of selfsufficiency and preparedness, “mini farming” anywhere, from rooftop urban gardens to suburban backyards to larger land plots. Growing food is easier than ever and composting is a huge part of this movement.

Markham, who also has written the bestselling “Mini Farming: SelfSufficiency on 1/4 Acre‚“ as well as mini farming guides to fermenting and vegetable gardening, offers these gardening tips to get started on composting: _ Composting is a natural form of recycling, so use food waste, grass clippings, coffee grounds and even paper as compost. Just be sure to shred the paper first to speed up the process. _ Start your compost pile in a convenient spot, and make sure it is semi-shaded and well-drained. _ Add bulking agents such as wood chips to accelerate the breakdown of organic materials, allowing the finished material to fully stabilize and mature through a curing process. _ Add leaves, straw, or hay along with grass clippings or green manures for plenty of bulk. _ Each layer should be no more than two inches so that the grass clippings or leaves don’t get matted down to form a layer impermeable to air. _ Keep the compost moist. Either water it yourself or let rain take care of it. The compost should be moist, but not soaked. _ Cover the compost pile to help retain moisture and heat. This will also help prevent the compost from being over-watered by the rain. _ Turn the compost pile with a shovel or a fork to aerate the pile. It is important to water the pile as you turn it as well. Turning the pile adds oxygen to the compost which is necessary to get the most out of your pile. _ Once you add the compost to your garden, you‚Äôll be ready to start planting in two to five weeks!

Composting is the first easy step to helping the environment while growing your own food. So make the most out of your garden, and start digging! 

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To buy tickets, visit one of these locations:

Beauty Works, 296 Washington Street, East Stroudsburg Frailey Insurance and Financial Services, Rt. 611, Stroudsburg Strunk-Albert Engineering, Rt. 209, East Stroudsburg Or request tickets online at hopeforstrength.com/tickets, or by calling 570-977-0872 Checks may be made payable to: Pocono Health Foundation

Join us at The Lounge in Bartonsville, June 28th, 2013 from 5-8! for drinks including our signature cocktail; The Hope Explosion Martini, a live DJ, more great raffle prizes, and other surprises! You need not be present to win.

All money raised going to the Hope for Strength Breast Cancer fund. The purpose of the fund is to minimize the financial and emotional impact of breast cancer diagnoses and treatment. The Hope for Strength Breast Cancer fund will provide up to $500 to both male and female patients of the Dale and Frances Hughes Cancer Center for basic living expenses. Basic living expenses include rent, food/groceries, gas, child care, utilities and medicines.

For more info, visit hopeforstrength.com.

“You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have.”

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all pretty well outfitted with expensive gear and driving one of those big fancy SUV’s things.

“TIME TO MAKE SOME BUCKS”

By Boots McCoy Hi folks … how’s it been goin’?

Ya know, livin’ here in the mountains with lots of game around, a clear blue lake loaded with trout, and the woods full of nuts and berries .… well, I can pretty much live off the land.

Yea, I keep a few layin’ hens for fresh eggs.

Two or three hogs for smoked hams and bacon, and a small garden patch out back for some vegetables and fruits. Most all of these foods can be put up or smoked for the winter months, so I do fairly well even then.

Yet, there are some things that I need cash for that I can’t find or get here on the mountain.

Mostly salt, pepper, coffee, flour, lard, tobaccy, gunpowder and bullets. Some things I can trade my moonshine or smoked trout for at Gary’s Market in town each year, but the gunpowder and bullets, which I gits at Dunks’s Gun Shop, always takes cold, hard cash.

And then, there is the damn taxes on my land that gotta be paid. Them greedy ole gov’ment men only take cash on the barrelhead too. And, ya know what gripes me about payin’ my taxes? Well, some of that money goes to payin’ the wages of the damn revenue agents, who come up here trying to find my moonshine stills to bust up. Now that just ain’t right.

Well, anyways, some time ago I “discovered” how to make a few bucks pretty damn easy. One day in early spring, after returnin’ from one of my stills hidden deep in the woods, I came back to the cabin to find a bunch of characters a fishin’ right off my dock. I was about to give ‘em a load of buckshot in the ass when I noticed they were 36 POCONO LIVING MAGAZINE© JUNE/JULY 2013

So, I walked right straight up to them, shotgun leveled, and said: “This here’s my land, what the hell you doin’ on it?” They replied that they thought this was a huntin’ & fishin’ lodge open to the public. I said that it ain’t, and if ya want to fish here ya gotta pay. Then, they surprised the hell out of me and said that they would pay $500 each to camp and fish here for a week.

Now, sometimes if my life I am able to think fast, although not often, so I quickly told them that for $1000 each I would put them up in the loft of my cabin and feed them 3 squares a day for the whole week. Well, they jumped at it, and so a new venture was started. The 4 of them each paid me $1000 at the end of the week and asked if they could come back same time next year.

Now, suddenly being $4000 dollars richer for doin’ almost nothin’ I said: “Sure boys, see ya next year.”

Turns out they were all high falutin’ lawyer types, on vacation, from down in Philly. I guess I can put up with them for a week for those kind of bucks, but not much longer, that’s for sure.

So now every spring, right before these big shots are gonna show up for their vacations, I hang out the “Beaver Lake Lodge” sign I made up and dust off the bunks and chase the squirrels out of the loft in the cabin. I call it “Beaver Lake Lodge” ‘cause the place has been know to have some beavers around now and then.

These guys then show up as usual for a good time all week. They do some fishin, drinkin, and card playin’; and they do git fed pretty damn well.

Eggs, flapjacks and bacon with coffee for breakfast; and then a big venison roast or fresh caught trout for supper with smashed taters & gravy, snow peas & baby carrots drippin’ with butter, and of course, sourdough biscuits with honey.

After the evenin’ meal, they all head out on the front porch to sit in the rockers and watch the sunset across the lake. We hand crank some ice cream for dessert and then I break out a few jugs of my moonshine.

One time, they got into the moonshine pretty heavy. I told these jerks to be careful with it because it will get them twice as drunk as anything else in half the time, but they didn’t listen. One of them, who kept on tellin’ me that he could hold his liquor, got so drunk that the damn fool

stumbled around the backyard, when lookin’ for the outhouse in the dark, and fell down the well.

But, he did hold his liquor, all the way down until he hit the bottom and puked. Boy, what a mess, that water won’t be fit to drink for months. I think I’m gonna charge him double next year.

Anyways, we just tossed the bucket down to him, which smacked him right on the head, told him to grab on, and cranked him up out of the well. I threw him over my shoulder, carried him over to the outhouse, stuffed him inside and nailed the door shut. Next morning, when we went to git him, he was almost sobered up, but kinda smelly, so we threw him in the lake to clean him up.

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Then, one of the others was so hung over one mornin’ when he got up that he put shavin’ cream on his toothbrush and toothpaste on his beard. What a sticky mess he was. Then the last guy, a wimpy and a sissy type, saw what happened to these two and vowed never to touch moonshine again. Last I heard he only drinks milk now. Like I said, kinda wimpy and sissy.

Anyhow, don’t none of you come askin’ to stay at the lodge for your vacations either.

These idiots are all I can put up with and only ‘cause they pay big. At the end of the week, I’m glad to kick them the hell out and get back to normal livin’ in the woods.

Well folks, it’s time to go. I have to make some more moonshine. But thanks for stoppin’ by, and remember … If you’re lucky enough to live in the mountains, you’re lucky enough.

Boots

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