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What’s Inside June/July 2022 FEATURES 6

The Little Indian Village of Meniolagomenka

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R ailroads of the Poconos — Part 4 — The New York, Susquehanna & Western Railroad (NYS&W) and the Wilkes-Barre & Eastern Railroad (WB&E)

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THE LITTLE INDIAN VILLAGE OF MENIOLAGOMEKA

By John L. Moore

> B lue Mountain forms the backdrop for this springtime view of the Aquashicola Valley near the site of Meniolagomeka.

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s more and more European immigrants moved into English colonies along the Atlantic Seaboard during the early 1700s, many Native Americans left their traditional homelands, crossed the Delaware River and migrated into Pennsylvania.

Lenape Indians came from southern and western New Jersey.

After leaving their ancestral territory along the Delaware River, they became known as the Delawares. Mohicans left their homeland in eastern New York and the western regions of Massachusetts and Connecticut. Even Wampanoag Indians from Massachusetts and Rhode Island moved west of the Delaware.

Some natives ventured into the forested and mountainous region north of the Lehigh River known today as the Poconos. One was a Lenape chief whose Native American name has been forgotten, but who went by the English name of George Rex. George I and George II were the kings of England during most of the chief’s lifetime.

George Rex and his band had lived in coastal New Jersey, just west of present-day Atlantic City, in Egg Harbor. These Indians crossed into Pennsylvania, then followed an old Indian trail over the Blue Mountain about 20 miles north of Bethlehem. When they descended the ridge, they discovered the Aquashicola Creek, a stream running between the Blue Mountain and the smaller Chestnut Ridge, to the north.

The immigrants liked the narrow, wooded valley drained by the stream, which flowed into the Lehigh River at Palmerton,

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about 10 miles to the west. They also saw that few white people lived in the territory. So they settled and established a village of 10 houses, which they called Meniolagomeka. An eleventh building, shown on a 1753 map in the center of the village, was used for meetings.

It’s not possible to determine the exact date when the Egg Harbor Indians took up residence along the Aquashicola, but by the summer of 1742, their village had become a landmark along the forest trail.

“The path received its name from the fact that it passed through Wechquetank.”

Modern historians refer to this trail as the Wechquetank Path.

It connected Bethlehem in the south with Wilkes-Barre some 65 miles to the northwest. According to historian Paul Wallace, “The path received its name from the fact that it passed through Wechquetank,” an Indian village at present-day Gilbert.

Meniolagomeka itself enters the historical record in July 1742. That was the day when a German nobleman rode by on horseback. The nobleman was Count von Zinzendorf, a leader of the Moravian Church from Saxony, a region in eastern Germany.

Zinzendorf had founded Bethlehem in December 1741. That summer, he and his entourage had been traveling through the Poconos to visit Native American communities.

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> N ikolaus Ludwig, count von Zinzendorf

The count’s 10-member cavalcade included Zinzendorf’s 17-yearold daughter, the Countess Benigna, and John W. Zander, a German who spoke English. Zander served as an interpreter for Zinzendorf, who didn’t speak English. The party also included an Indian who was both an interpreter and messenger.

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The travelers crossed “the Kittatinny Mountain a few miles west of the Delaware Water Gap,” historian Eugene Liebert reported.

“They reached the extreme northern point of their route on the 27th (of July). This was a village on the Pohopoco Creek, which had been the home of Captain Harris, a noted Delaware chief.”

This town was located along Route 209 at modern Gilbert.

Zinzendorf and his companions stopped for the night there, and “pitched their tent near the lodge of a medicine-man,” according to historian William C. Reichel.

“Grube was one of a select group of missionaries who received rigorous training before being sent to establish mission stations among the Indians.”

In the morning of July 28, the riders headed toward Bethlehem, which was about 26 miles to the south. “Crossing Chestnut Hill Mountain, they came down into the narrow valley of the Aquashicola to a Delaware town called Meniolagomeka,” Reichel reported.

NATIVE AMERICAN PLACE NAMES ABOUND IN THE REGION. “Aquashicola,” the stream that flows along the northern side of the Blue Mountain, means “the creek where we catch fish by means of a net made of brush,” according to John Heckewelder, an 18th century Moravian missionary who lived with the Delaware Indians and studied their language.

> The Moravian Historical Society placed this monument on the site of Meniolagomeka in 1901. Its inscription says, “The site of Meniolagomeka. A Moravian Indian mission station. 1749-1755”

In the years that followed, the Indians at Meniolagomeka occasionally visited Bethlehem. Particularly impressed by the Moravians, “George Rex, the captain of the village, while on a visit to Bethlehem, was baptized by Bishop Cammerhoff, and received the name of Augustus,” Reichel reported. This happened on April 25, 1749.

Clergymen from Bethlehem also visited the Indian town.

“Moravian missionaries made periodic stops at Meniolagomeka during the next few years, and finally in 1752 a permanent minister, Brother Bernhard Adam Grube, was assigned to live here,” reported Robert B. Swift.

Grube “was one of a select group of missionaries who received rigorous training before being sent to establish mission stations among the Indians,” Swift said.

“When Grube’s tour was over, he presided over a traditional Moravian love feast, sharing cups of hot chocolate and buttered bread with the villagers,” Swift reported.

While serving at Meniolagomeka, Grube began a serious study of the Delaware language. According to Reichel, by the end of his assignment at Meniolagomeka, the missionary had “become so proficient that he often preached to the Indians in their own tongue and translated the hymns they were fond of singing.”

Several years later, Grube translated the Gospels into the Delaware language.

Any respite that the New Jersey natives experienced at Meniolagomeka was short-lived. In time, a well-connected Pennsylvania colonist named Richard Peters acquired the land

Indians who once fished in the Aquashicola placed large amounts of brush in the stream to form a kind of underwater fence. Then they herded the fish toward the brush so the fish could be netted or speared. This type of fishing is referred to as brush-netting.

“Achquanschicola” is an alternate spelling for the name of the creek, which joins the Lehigh at Palmerton.

The missionary also provided the meanings for these other northeastern Pennsylvania place names: The Lehigh River is derived from “lecha,” which means “fork.” Heckewelder explained that “lechau-hanne” is the word for “fork in streams.” The great fork of the Lehigh River occurs at Easton where the Lehigh flows into the Delaware.

Mahoning comes from “mahoni,” which means “a deer lick,” and from “mahonink,” which means at the salt lick of the deer. Mahoning Creek joins the Lehigh at Lehighton.

Mauch Chunk is derived from “machktschiink,” which means “the bear's mountain.” Mauch Chunk was once the name of the town of Jim Thorpe.

“Meniolagomeka,” the name of the Lenape village along the Aquashicola Creek near Kunkletown, means “rich or good spot of land within that which is bad or barren.”

The Pocono Mountains are in northeastern Pennsylvania.

The word “Pocono” comes from “pockhanne,” a stream “issuing from a mountain, or running between two mountains.”

Pohopoco is derived from “Pockhapocka,” which means “two mountains butting with their ends against … each other, with a stream between them.” Pohopoco Creek flows into the Lehigh south of Weissport.

Source: Transactions of the American Philosophical Society, Vol. 4 (1834).

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along the Aquashicola. Soon he was pressing George Rex and the Lenape to leave. Peters was in a position to accomplish this. In 1747 he had been appointed secretary and clerk of the Provincial Council of Pennsylvania, a post that put him in contact with the colony’s top government officials.

In 1750, Peters “urged his claim to the lands on the Aquashicola, on which the village lay, and desired the Brethren to have the Indians removed,” Reichel said.

As George Henry Loskiel, the 18th century Moravian chronicler, explained, “The state of the congregation in Meniolagomeka became very precarious, the white people endeavoring to drive away the Indians, insisting that they were the lawful proprietors of the land.” As chief, “Augustus declared that they would not refuse to quit their land, though they had long possessed and planted it. All applications made by the (Moravian) Brethren to purchase it were ineffectual.”

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It soon became obvious that the land on which Meniolagomeka stood had become “the possession of a man who was no friend to our Indians,” Loskiel said.

Meanwhile, white settlers were moving into the valley.

“Frederick Hoeth and his family moved into the valley of Pohopoco in the fall of 1750 and built houses, barns, a grist mill, a sawmill and a blacksmith shop,” historian Anthony F.C. Wallace reported.

“In 1751, the condition of the Moravian Indians in this village became filled with danger, as the white settlers were trying to drive them from the place,” said historian George P. Donehoo.

By early 1754, time had run out for the Delawares at Meniolagomeka. Loskiel reported that the landowner “declared that the Indians should quit that place.” Now the villagers faced a dilemma: They needed to move, but where should they go?

By coincidence, some 70 natives had just left the Gnadenhutten mission that the Moravians had established in 1746 at presentday Lehighton on the Lehigh River. Located along the Mahoning Creek on nearly 1,400 acres about 18 miles west of Meniolagomeka, the mission eventually attracted nearly 140 Christian Indians. Members of George Rex’s band went there once a month to attend worship services.

As they pondered their next move, missionary Martin Mack arrived at Meniolagomeka and invited them to move to Gnadenhuetten. “Their joy was inexpressible,” Loskiel reported. “… They got ready in great haste, and before the end of April, the whole congregation, consisting of 49 persons, moved to Gnadenhuetten.” Recently vacated cabins awaited them.

That was 268 years ago. Today, Augustus and the Lenape people who once lived along the Aquashicola are all but forgotten. The only thing to remind passersby that an Indian village occupied this scenic spot is a stone monument just off Chestnut Ridge Road. The Moravian Historical Society placed it on the site in 1901. Its inscription says, “The site of Meniolagomeka. A Moravian Indian mission station. 1749-1755” Sources: George P. Donehoo, A History of The Indian Villages and Place Names in Pennsylvania.

George H. Loskiel, History of the Mission of the United Brethren Among the Indians in North America. William C. Reichel, Memorials of the Moravian Church.

Robert B. Swift, The Mid-Appalachian Frontier: A Guide to Historic Sites of the French and Indian War. Anthony F.C. Wallace, King of the Delawares, Teedyuscung 1700-1763.

Paul Wallace, Indian Paths of Pennsylvania.

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The Erie Railroad had nothing to do with building the NYS&W or WB&E routes but as of 1898 it had everything to do with the operations of each railroad. At the outset, WB&E was so profitable that Erie was envious - and concerned that WB&E’s coal hauling was limiting Erie’s involvement in that lucrative market. Some of Erie’s stockholders were quite wealthy and engineered (pun intended) a hostile takeover, buying a controlling portion of the stock of NYS&W and its subsidiary, WB&E. In this way, Erie management was able to direct future business of NYS&W and more importantly of WB&E. There

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> NYS&W crossed Brodhead Creek twice en route to Gravel Place. This was Parker’s Bridge near Minisink HIlls.

was plenty of coal to go around in the early 1900s benefitting Erie’s bottom line. And for two decades, Stroudsburg benefitted hugely from the railroad’s presence, which will be written about in a later article. But when focus on black diamonds (and natural ice) waned, WB&E was no longer desirable to Erie. In fact, it was a burden worthy of getting rid of.

“The end-of-the-line was northwest of East Stroudsburg – at Gravel Place, where the attraction was anthracite coal delivered by Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad.”

Speaking of natural ice - That was a reason for WB&E to stop at seven lakes in Monroe County. WB&E was also the reason that, as of 1894, NYS&W ceased using its tracks to Gravel Place north of Stroudsburg and removed them a few years later. But in the short stretch to the WB&E junction in south Stroudsburg, the railroad’s 1918 Valuation Map shows seven customers: Stroudsburg Brewery Co., Stroudsburg Electric Light and Power Co., Stroudsburg Engine Works, Roberts Lumber & Realty Co., People’s Coal Co, Frisbie Lumber Co., and Black Diamond Glass Co. The map identified only one NYS&W customer east to the river and that was Analomink Paper Co., reachable thanks to a road bridge across Brodhead Creek. However, even more convenient for the paper mill was that DL&W’s route went onto company property.

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an obvious point on the hill east of the Rt. I-380 junction. Then on to Crescent Lake and paralleling Sullivan Trail to Rt. 940 east of Pocono Pines. In 1958, much of Rt. 940 was rebuilt from there west to Pocono Lake, where a separate embankment for WB&E is quite evident north of the highway. Two close-together crossings of Rt. 940 occurred as a result of the railroad’s veer to the north, followed by WB&E’s fairly straight eight miles on State Game Lands #127, to a long-gone bridge over Lehigh River before entering Lackawanna County.

WB&E had a short list of non-ice shippers in Monroe County.

After all, the railroad’s primary purpose was to haul coal nonstop from Luzerne County into New Jersey. Incoming and outgoing freight (other than ice) and passengers along WB&E’s route did not generate much revenue, but a slight flow was attributed to the needs and production of the small villages along the way: some coal was delivered, some lumber was shipped, and outgoing farm products included livestock, poultry, eggs, vegetables and fruits, such as apples, peaches and huckleberries.

A dairy-hauling attempt failed. For three decades WB&E was a success story. As of the mid-twenties ‘til the end (1939), WB&E was no longer thriving.

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DELAWARE WATER GAP NATIONAL RECREATION AREA Located between the Pocono Plateau and Kittatinny Ridge in close proximity to the most densely populated region of the nation, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and the Middle Delaware National Scenic and Recreational River preserve the natural, cultural, and scenic resources and values of the Delaware River valley and provide opportunities for resource-based recreation, education, and enjoyment

PARK REGULATIONS & SAFETY

• Launching, landing or operating an unmanned aircraft from or on lands and waters administered by the National Park Service within the boundaries of Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is prohibited except as approved in writing by the Superintendent.

• Climbing, jumping, diving, and rappelling is prohibited at all waterfalls, waterfall pools, and bridge abutments.

• Swimming and wading is prohibited within 50 feet upstream of waterfalls.

• Entry into caves, mine shafts and unoccupied structures is prohibited.

• Privately-owned property and residences exist within park boundaries. Please respect the rights and privacy of private property owners and other residents.

• Collection of plants, animals, rocks, mineral, and cultural objects is prohibited.

• Certain types of activities require a special use permit. Some common activities that require a permit include commercial photography, weddings, baptisms, first amendment activities, and competitive events.

• A permit is required for any road-based tour operating within the park. Road-based commercial tours are considered as one or more persons traveling on an improved roadway on an itinerary that a company or individual has packaged, priced, or sold for leisure/recreational purposes.

• Camp fires are only allowed at designated camp sites within metal fire grates. Personally owned grills, stoves, or lanterns are permitted at designated picnic sites (excluding Kittatinny Point and Childs Park), campground or river campsite. Fires are prohibited in all other areas.

• Do not feed or approach wildlife. Always maintain a distance of at least 100 yards from bears and 25 yards from other wildlife.

For a complete list of park specific closures, permit requirements and other restrictions, contact park headquarters at 570 426-2452.

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CONTACT US

Main Address Park Headquarters 1978 River Road, Bushkill, Pennsylvania 18324 Email: DEWA_Interpretation@nps.gov Park Headquarters 570-426-2452

Emergency 800-543-4295

Website and Social Media www.nps.gov/dewa www.facebook.com/DelWaterGapNPS www.twitter.com/DelWaterGapNPS www.instagram.com/DelWaterGapNPS The National Park Service cares for the special places saved by the American people so that all may experience our heritage.

PETS

Pets must be restrained on a leash (6 feet or less). Pets may not be tied to an object and left unattended or left in a vehicle. Summer heat poses a threat to pets left in vehicles.

Report lost pets to the park communication center at 570426-2457.

Please follow the rules of BARK! when visiting the park with your pet.

Bag your pet’s waste Always wear a leash Respect wildlife Know where you can go

Pets are permitted in most areas of the park, including campgrounds, picnic areas, and on paved or dirt roads.

Pets are NOT permitted at the following sites (excludes working service animals): In Pennsylvania: Raymondskill Falls and Raymondskill Creek Trail Dingmans Falls and Dingmans Creek Trail Valley View Group Campsites Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day: Smithfield Beach, Milford Beach, and Hialeah Picnic Area (except when accessing the McDade Trailhead) In New Jersey: Turtle Beach Rivers Bend Group Campsites Watergate Recreation Site

CONTENT THE RIVER, THE VALLEY & YOU » page 4

SUGGESTED TRIP » page 7

A DAY ON THE DELAWARE » page 8

SWIMMING & FISHING » page 10

CAMPING » page 12

PICNICKING & RIDING » page 14

BIKING

» page 15

HIKING

» page 16

PARK TRAIL MAPS » page 18

RIVER RUNNER SHUTTLE » page 22

TOURING OLD MINE ROAD » page 24

OVERLOOKS IN THE GAP » page 26

WATERFALLS » page 27

PEOPLE OF THE DELAWARE » page 30

Tumbling Waters

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THE RIVER, THE VALLEY, AND YOU P

addlers slip down the river between low, forested mountains; anglers wade the cool streams; and hikers explore secluded places. This valley has attracted people for 13,000 years.

Abundant plant and wildlife sustained American Indians; floodplains nourished early farmer’s crops; waterfalls drew Victorian vacationers. Today, a 70,000-acre park welcomes you to the enticing Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and Middle Delaware National Scenic and Recreational River.

Millions of years of uplift, erosion, and glacial activity gave us the water gap, ridges, and streams that flow through hemlockand rhododendron-laced ravines and over waterfalls that pour off the Pocono Plateau.

Steeped in rich history, the trails, roads, sites, and traces reveal reminders of times gone. The Minsi Path and Minisink Trail converged on a Delaware River island that was once the center of a large American Indian settlement. Agricultural fields still in cultivation help preserve the rural landscape predominate in the 18th century. In the 1800s resorts flourished throughout the region where city dwellers arrived by carriage or rail, often spending the entire summer away from the urban heat. The water gap became a scenic wonder for fashionable travelers.

Today the natural and cultural wonders provide abundant recreational opportunities. This rural vacationland is yours to explore.

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RIVER ACTIVITIES Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area includes nearly forty miles of the free-flowing Middle Delaware Scenic and Recreational River.

River-related activities, like swimming and paddling, are some of the popular pastimes on warm summer days.

TRAILS From ridgetop to riverside, vistas to ravines, and from easy to extreme, more than 100 miles of trail offer something for everyone.

Choose a trail for hiking, biking, or boating to enjoy the natural beauty and the historic landscape of the river valley.

AUTO TOURS Although the park is close to major cities, tranquil drives invite exploration. More than 100 miles of road lead to wonderful places.

Explore the varied landscapes in the valley: forests and fields, ridges and ravines, historic houses and hamlets

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SUGGESTED TRIP ITINERARIES Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area offers endless opportunities for exploration and discovery. The following are a few suggested itineraries to consider depending on your time and interests.

IF YOU HAVE A FEW HOURS: • Stop by a park visitor center, where park rangers and volunteers can help you plan your adventure. Visitor center parking lots fill quickly on summer weekends. To avoid the crowds, visit the area before 10:00 am or after 4:00 pm on weekends or visit on a weekday.

• Stroll around the Slateford Loop Trail to enjoy the quiet valley below the Kittatinny Ridge.

• Take a scenic drive along US 209.

• Choose a trail and venture on a hike.

IF YOU HAVE ALL DAY: Consider signing up for a workshop offered by one of our partners located within the park.

• Walk a section of the McDade Recreational Trail, which extends most the length of the park in Pennsylvania and presents some of the best views of the Delaware River, as well as passes by charming streams, open farm fields, forests, and historic landscapes. On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays between Memorial Day Weekend and Labor Day Weekend, use the River Runner Shuttle for your return trip along the trail.

• Peters Valley School of Craft offers 2-day to 5-day fine craft workshops. For more information, visit petersvalley.org.

• View Raymondskill Falls by hiking a short, but steep, trail. To avoid the crowds, visit the area before 10:00 am or after 4:00 pm on weekends or visit on a weekday.

• Pocono Environmental Education Center offers weekend getaways and workshops for youth, families and adults. For more information, visit peec.org.

• Wander the quiet streets of Millbrook Village and explore life in the 1800s. This area is generally a good place to avoid crowds on summer weekends. Select buildings are open on summer Saturdays.

• Appalachian Mountain Club’s Mohican Outdoor Center offers weekend getaways focusing on various outdoor activities. For more information, visit outdoors.org/lodging-camping/Lodges/Mohican.

• Tour the Nelden-Roberts Stonehouse and the Foster-Armstrong House in Montague, NJ, on a summer Sunday afternoon. This area is generally a good place to avoid crowds on summer weekends.

• Tour the Rosencrans House and the Van Campen Inn in Walpack Center, NJ, on a summer Sunday afternoon. This area is generally a good place to avoid crowds on summer weekends.

• Stop at the three overlooks along PA 611 for stunning views of the Delaware Water Gap.

IF YOU HAVE HALF A DAY: • Take a bike ride along the McDade Recreational Trail. Bring your own or rent a bike from a local outfitter. On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays between Memorial Day Weekend and Labor Day Weekend, use the River Runner Shuttle to transport you and your bike, then ride back to your vehicle.

• Savor a picnic lunch at Hidden Lake and then take a stroll around the lake. This area is generally a good place to avoid crowds on summer weekends.

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A DAY ON THE DELAWARE RIVER T

he Delaware River is the longest undammed United States river east of the Mississippi, extending 330 miles from Hancock, New York to the Atlantic Ocean. The Delaware River Water Trail extends nearly 200 miles from Hancock to Trenton, New Jersey. Like a conventional trail, a water trail is a recreational corridor, but instead of hiking, it is traveled by boat, such as canoe, kayak or small-motorized watercraft.

The river boasts outstanding natural, cultural, recreational and scenic resources. In recognition of these qualities, the portion of the Delaware River traveling through Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area was officially designated as the Middle Delaware National Scenic and Recreational River in 1978.

Within the park, the river is a series of shallow riffles and deep pools, making this section particularly good for canoeing. Access points every eight to ten miles allow for easy day trips, and numerous primitive campsites allow for longer journeys.

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Bringing your own kayak or canoe? Take the chore out of relaying vehicles between your put-in and take-out on summer weekends. Use the River Runner Shuttle to transport you, your kayak and canoe, and your gear on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. The service is free.

A day on the Delaware River allows you an opportunity to immerse yourself in an environment of tranquil natural landscapes, striking river valley scenery, and a substantially undeveloped river corridor that is unmatched among large rivers in the most densely populated region of the United States. While the Delaware River is easy for boaters, do not be misled by its calm appearance. Always follow proper water safety precautions to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable experience.

Authorized Canoe, Kayak, and Tube Liveries Adventure Sports, Inc. Route 209, Marshalls Creek, PA 18335

570 223-0505 800 487-2628

adventuresport.com

Chamberlain Canoes PO Box 555, Shawnee on Delaware, PA 18356

570 421-0180 800 422-6631

chamberlaincanoes.com

Delaware River Family Campground 100 Rt. 46, Delaware, NJ 07833

908 475-4517 800 543-0271

delawareriver@njcamping. com

Edge of the Woods Outfitters 110 Main St., Delaware Water Gap, PA 18327

570 421-6681

watergapadventure.com

Indian Head Canoes and Rafts 3883 Rt. 97, Barryville, NY 12719

845 557-8777

indianheadcanoes.com

Kayak East PO Box 77, Columbia, NJ 07832

570 421-3432 866 529-2532

kayakeast.com

Kittatinny Canoes 2130 Rt. 739, Dingmans Ferry, PA 18328

570 296-5890 800 356-2852

kittatinny.com

Mauka Nalu Stand-Up Paddleboards 100 Shawnee Inn Drive Shawnee on Delaware, PA 18356

570 420-1905

maukanalu.com

Shawnee River Trips 100 Shawnee Inn Drive Shawnee on Delaware, PA 18356

570 424-4000 800 SHAWNEE

shawneeinn.com

4

4

Dingmans, PA

14

10

6

Bushkill, PA

18

14

10

4

Poxono, NJ

26

22

18

12

8

Poxono, NJ

Smithfield Beach, PA

28

24

20

14

10

2

Worthington SF, NJ

30

26

22

16

12

4

2

Worthington SF, NJ

Bushkill, PA

8

Eshback, PA

Eshback, PA

Dingmans, PA

Smithfield Beach, PA

Namanock, NJ

Access Name

Namanock, NJ

Milford Beach, PA

Milford Beach,PA

River Miles between River Accesses

Kittatinny Point, NJ

34

30

26

20

16

8

6

4

Stop the Transport of Invasive Species: • CLEAN boots, gear, boat, trailer & vehicle of plants, fish, animals & mud.

• DRAIN bilge, ballast, wells & buckets before you leave the area.

• DRY equipment before launching watercraft into another body of water.

Buttermilk Falls » Subject to change, please visit the park website or contact the

25 POCONO LIVING MAGAZINE© JUNE/JULY park for2022 updated information before visiting.

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SWIMMING Pack a swimsuit and a picnic and head to the beach - the river beach, that is. Unlike the sandy beaches along the ocean, the beaches here have soft grass on which to stretch out and enjoy the day.

Milford, Smithfield, and Turtle beaches are designated swim areas. Lifeguards monitor the beaches on weekends mid-June through Labor Day. Swimming in other areas of the river is not recommended. Picnic and restroom facilities are also available at the beaches. Grills are not provided, but personal grills are permitted. Alcohol and pets are not permitted.

Parking at swim beaches generally reaches capacity by 10:00 am on summer weekends. On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays during the summer, consider parking at the Delaware Water Gap park-and-ride lot and riding the free River Runner Shuttle to Smithfield beach.

Parking at swim beaches generally reaches capacity by 10:00 am on summer weekends. On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays during the summer, consider parking at the Delaware Water Gap park-and-ride lot and riding the free River Runner Shuttle to Smithfield beach.

S

PA Toms Creek – from picnic area access upstream; catch and release only

X

PA Bush Kill – entire section within park

N

S

PA Little Bushkill – entire section within park

N

S

X

X

N

X

X

Smallmouth Bass

N

N

S

N

N

S

S

PA Delaware River – Milford Beach & Boat Access*

N

X

X

X

PA Delaware River – Dingmans Boat Access*

N

X

X

X

N

X

PA Delaware River – Eshback Canoe Access*

N

X

X

X

N

X

PA Delaware River – Bushkill Boat Access*

N

X

S

X

X

N

X

PA Delaware River – Smithfield Beach & Boat Access*

N

X

S

X

X

N

X

NJ Delaware River – Caddoo Canoe Access*

N

X

S

X

X

N

X

X

S

NJ Delaware River – Turtle Beach*

N

X

NJ Delaware River – Kittatinny Point,* off Interstate 80

N

X

N

X

NJ Delaware River – Poxono Access,* relatively shallow backwater area

NJ Vancampens Brook – headwaters downstream to Millbrook Village

N

NJ Vancampens Brook – downstream of Millbrook Village to Upper Glen

N

S

X

X X

X

X

X

X

X

NJ Vancampens Brook – from the Upper Glen downstream to the mouth

X

NJ Flat Brook – entire length within the park; accesses along NPS Route 615

X

X X

NJ Blue Mountain Lake – access by short trail from parking area NJ Catfish Pond – Mohican Outdoor Center, access from NJ Route 602

Yellow Perch

S

Walleye

X

Striped Bass

Rainbow Trout

X

Muskellunge

Catfish

Brown Trout

PA Dingmans Creek – between Deer Leap Falls and Dingmans Falls; delayed harvest, artificial lures only

N

Sunfish 3

PA Hidden Lake – hand launch and picnic area off Hidden Lake Drive

Largemouth Bass

PA “Front” Pond – Pocono Environmental Education Center

Brook Trout

Location

PA Loch Lomond (Lake) – south of Dingmans Ferry; wheelchair accessible

Chain Pickerel

Milford, Smithfield, and Turtle beaches are designated swim areas. Lifeguards monitor the beaches on weekends mid-June through Labor Day. Swimming in other areas of the river is not recommended. Picnic and restroom facilities are also available at the beaches. Grills are not provided, but personal grills are permitted. Alcohol and pets are not permitted.

American Shad 2

Pack a swimsuit and a picnic and head to the beach - the river beach, that is. Unlike the sandy beaches along the ocean, the beaches here have soft grass on which to stretch out and enjoy the day.

Common and/or Sought-after Fish1 This table lists common game fish that can be caught from places that are relatively easy to access.

State

FISHING

Places to Fish

N

X

X

X

X

X S

N N

*Fishing is prohibited within 200 feet of designated boat launches and swim areas. ¹ X = non-native wild

S = stocked

N = native

2

The only time to catch adult American shad is from April to June, when the adults are migrating from the Atlantic Ocean.

3

“Sunfish” includes bluegill, black crappie, rock bass. pumpkinseed (native), and redbreast sunfish (native)

Shawnee Inn provides authorized guided fishing trips 100 Shawnee Inn Drive, Shawnee on Delaware, PA 18356

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570-424-4000 ext. 1462 shawneeinn.com/explore/river-trips

REGULATIONS

• A state fishing license is required for those 16 and older; regulations are enforced.

• Holders of either a New Jersey or Pennsylvania license may fish on the Delaware River and from either of its banks. This does not apply to the river’s tributaries.

• Special fishing regulations apply within the park. Refer to the appropriate state regulations for waters within the park.

Fishing is not permitted at: • Dingmans Creek within George W. Childs Park area, including foot bridges and observation platforms. (Site closed in 2019) • Dingmans Creek from the top of the Dingmans Falls to the east end of the Dingmans Falls Visitor Center parking lot from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm daily.

• Silverthread Falls in the pool at the base of the falls.

WATER SAFETY

Planning a safe day at the river begins well before you get near the water and does not end until you return home. Even though the Delaware River appears calm in some areas, DO NOT be misled! Moving water must be respected. The information below will help you better understand how to safely and comfortably enjoy the river.

In General: • Always wear your life jacket.

• Alcoholic beverages are prohibited at Milford Beach, Smithfield Beach, Kittatinny Point, and Hialeah Picnic Area in Pennsylvania, and Turtle Beach, Caddoo Worthington State Forest, and Tocks and Labar Islands in New Jersey. Alcoholic beverages are also prohibited between Depew Island on the north and Depue Island on the south.

• Do not drink during river activities.

• Wear shoes to protect your feet from sharp stones, glass, and other objects.

• Protect yourself from the sun; wear sunscreen, a hat, light clothing, and sunglasses.

• Stay hydrated. Bring and drink plenty of water. Do not drink river water unless it is boiled at least 10 minutes.

• Plan to be off the river before dark.

When Swimming: • Wear your life jacket even when swimming; don’t overestimate your swimming ability.

• Do not attempt to swim or wade across the river. The Delaware River has strong currents and steep drop-offs. Swimming becomes more difficult with increased current and water depth.

Even the strongest of swimmers should be extremely cautious.

• Swim at designated beaches. Lifeguards are on duty on weekends at Milford, Smithfield and Turtle beaches mid-June through Labor Day. • Do not jump or dive from cliffs, rocks, or bridges into the river; the water may be shallow and objects can be submerged.

Rivers are constantly changing, especially with high water.

Rocks can show up in places they never were before.

• Do not swim alone - always stay with your group.

When Boating: • Always wear your life jacket.

• Children 12 years of age and younger MUST WEAR a life jacket on board a vessel.

• Life jackets must be worn in vessels less than 16 feet between November 1 and April 30.

• Never stand in a canoe. For better balance, kneel in a canoe when going through rapids.

• If you capsize, don’t panic. Stay with your boat; even an overturned boat can support you. Keep upstream of your boat to avoid being pinned against a rock or obstacle. Float on your

back with your feet pointed downstream. Use your paddle to push away from rocks and other obstacles. Retrieve boats and equipment only if it can be done safely.

• Be ready for changing weather and cold water. Bring rain gear.

To protect against hypothermia, bring clothing made of wool, polypropylene, high-performance eece, or a wetsuit.

• Never try to stand in rapids. Your foot could become trapped between submerged rocks. With a foot trapped, the current can be strong enough to push you over and hold you under, even if you are wearing a life jacket.

• Always tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return. Arrange drop off and pick up points before you leave.

Leave emergency phone numbers, vehicle description, and tag numbers with someone who can report that you are overdue.

• Bring a spare paddle, a throw line, whistle, and a first aid kit.

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CAMPING What better way to immerse yourself in an environment of solitude, tranquil natural landscapes, striking river valley scenery, and a substantially undeveloped river corridor than to go camping!

Whether you enjoy the services available at a campground or prefer hiking or paddling to pitch a tent away from people, the park offers a campsite for you. The place you park your RV or set up your tent becomes your home away from home – make it a safe one.

In general: • Make sure there are no dead limbs or trees in the vicinity of your campsite that might come down during a strong wind.

• Avoid drinking untreated water. Even clear, spring water can contain harmful bacteria.

• If in a campground, lock food in your vehicle. Bears and other wildlife have a great sense of smell.

• Keep your pet on a leash and never leave a pet unattended.

• Ground fires are prohibited, except in a provided fire grate.

• Do not bring wood from outside the park; firewood is available for purchase at Dingmans Campground.

• Collecting wood in the park for fires is prohibited, except downed wood within designated campsites.

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DINGMANS CAMPGROUND

Located near Dingmans Ferry, PA • Sites for tent and RV (some with hook-ups) • Individual and group campsites • Camp store • Weekly activities • River Runner Shuttle flag stop • More information: 877 828-1551 or • dingmanscampground.com

MOHICAN OUTDOOR CENTER

ocated along the Appalachian National Scenic Trail near L Blairstown, NJ • Individual and group tent sites • Self-service, bunk-style cabins • Water available • Camp store & food service • More information: 908 362-5670 or outdoors.org/lodging/ lodges/mohican

GROUP CAMPSITES

Valley View Located near Bushkill, PA Rivers Bend Located near Millbrook Village, NJ • Reservations required • Available for groups of 20-40 • Primitive tent sites along the river • Water available at Rivers Bend only • River access for canoes and kayaks • Valley View Campground is a River Runner Shuttle flag stop (1/3-mile walk) • More information: 570 426-2452 or nps.gov/dewa

RIVER CAMPING

For extended boat trips (14 miles or more), free primitive campsites along the river are available firstcome, first-serve. Additionally, six sites at the Alosa Campsite are available by reservation only. For Alosa Campsite reservations call 877.444.6777 or go online to recreation.gov and search for Alosa.

Service charges will apply when making reservations either by phone or at recreation.gov.

250

Two Night Trips: Milford Beach to Smithfield Beach and points south Dingmans Access to Kittatinny Point and points south

1 Kilometer

0

1 Mile 235

QUICK ISLAND, NJ

6 209

84

MILFORD 6

Picnic area

Canoe launch Information

Milford Beach

(Fee area)

1

209

2001

River mileage (Mile zero is at the river’s mouth)

Boat launch

Caddoo Access

245

1

Lifeguarded swim area (summer) Permit-only campsite River campsite in PA (blue) River campsite in NJ (green)

d Roa

MINISINK ISLAND, NJ

206

ne Old Mi

Road

2

NAMANOCK ISLAND, NJ

Namanock

Milford

One Night Trips: Milford Beach to Eshback Access and points south Dingmans Access to Smithfield Beach and points south Eshback Access to Smithfield Beach and points south Bushkill Access to Kittatinny Point and points south

1

0

River camping is limited to boaters on trips of at least 14 miles total for one night, 26 miles total for two nights and 34 miles total for three nights.

3 560 739

240

Dingmans Ferry Access (Fee area)

560 615

Dingmans Campground

4

Dingmans Falls Visitor Center

NJ

41.264988 -74.843964

4

6

14-17

first-come/first serve

3

Sandyston

NJ

41.248880 -74.855515

6

6

18-23

first-come/first serve

4

Dingmans Shallows

PA

41.185276 -74.880993

1

10

24

first-come/first serve

5

Hornbecks

PA

41.178972 -74.885157

3

10

27-29

first-come/first serve

6

Jerry Lees

PA

41.153859 -74.908620

2

10

33-34

first-come/first serve

7

Mill Creek

PA

41.150220 -74.912464

1

10

35

first-come/first serve

8

Toms Creek

PA

41.127015 -74.948574

4

10

39-42

first-come/first serve

9

Ratcliffs

NJ

41.112459 -74.973252

3

6

52-54

first-come/first serve

10

Bushkill Creek

PA

41.092099 -74.993005

1

10

55

first-come/first serve

11

Peters

NJ

41.093485 -74.989833

12

6

56-68

first-come/first serve

12

Quinns

NJ

41.096138 -74.967613

7

6

73-79

first-come/first serve

13

Freeman Point

PA

41.093276 -74.967570

2

10

82-83

first-come/first serve

14

Alosa

PA

41.083544, -74.976290

5

6

R1-R6

reservation only

6

7

Eshback Access BUCK BAR ISLAND, PA

NPS 615 230

8

Valley View Group Campsites (permit)

Bushk

ill

Fa l

Ro

KEY REGULATIONS

9

ad

12

Bushkill Access

Rivers Bend Group Campsites

225 (permit)

(Fee area)

10

13

11

SAMBO ISLAND, PA

14 (reservations only)

602 DEPEW ISLAND, NJ

Park Headquarters POXONO ISLAND, NJ

209 220

Smithfield Beach

Mohican Outdoor Center

Poxono Access

Turtle Beach

(Fee area)

(Fee area)

Ri v e Ro ad

er

TOCKS ISLAND, NJ

De

R iv

• Camping along the river is permitted in designated sites only; sites are identified by signs and the presence of a steel fire grate.

•C amping is limited to one night at each location. Campsites are limited to five tents per campsite.

• Tents must be erected within 50 feet of the campsite fire grate.

• Fires permitted in existing fire grates only. Self-contained stoves are permitted.

• Collecting wood in the park for fires is prohibited, except downed wood within the designated campsite. Do not bring wood from outside the park; firewood is available for purchase at Dingmans Campground.

• Pack out what you pack in, including food scraps.

• Use soaps sparingly; even biodegradable soap is a pollutant.

• Do not urinate or defecate within 100 feet of any river or stream. Bury fecal material, including pet waste, at least six inches deep and at least 100 feet away from water.

• Leave what you find; digging, collecting, or removing objects is prohibited.

NPS 615 235

d

Namanock Island

er R d

2

209 SHAPNACK ISLAND, PA

2001

G ai s l

first-come/first serve

LABAR ISLAND, NJ

DEPUE ISLAND, PA

WOODCOCK BAR ISLAND, NJ

209 SHAWNEE ISLAND, PA

215

WORTHINGTON STATE FOREST

SCHELLENBERGERS ISLAND, PA

Kittatinny Point

DELAWARE WATER GAP 611

J E R S E Y

1

Ca m pR

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41.334419 -74.761520

law

NJ

Road

Mashipacong Island

ls

1

5

M il fo r d

Note

Mine Roa d

Site #

Ol d

GPS

# People per site

P E N N S Y L V A N I A

State

# Sites at Location

N E W

River Campsites # on Map River Campsite Name

THIRSTY DEER ISLAND, NJ MASHIPACONG ISLAND, NJ

North

94

80 ARROW ISLAND, PA

210

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PICNICKING Numerous idyllic spots in the park await you and a red-checkered blanket. Grills are not provided anywhere in the park, but you are welcome to bring your own, except to Kittatinny Point. Ground fires are prohibited throughout the park. Do not bring wood from outside the park for any purpose; it may contain invasive insects and other organisms that threaten the survival of local plant and animal life. Collecting wood in the park for fires is also expressly prohibited, since even the smallest twig may serve as a critical habitat or food source for protected plant and animal life.

Picnic Areas in Pennsylvania Bushkill Village

Alcohol not permitted

Hialeah Picnic Area

Pets not permitted from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekends

Hidden Lake

Grills not permitted

Loch Lomond

Grills not permitted

Milford Beach

Fee area; alcohol not permitted; pets not permitted from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekends; group picnic area available - call 570-426-2440 to reserve

Smithfield Beach

Fee area; alcohol not permitted; pets not permitted from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekends

Toms Creek

Alcohol not permitted

Picnic Areas in New Jersey

RIDING Normally, horse riding is permitted on the Conashaugh View Trail in Pennsylvania and the Upper Ridge Trail in New Jersey for those who have their own horses. However, the Conashaugh View Trail sustained significant damage during a March 2018 winter storm and is closed to all recreational use until trail repairs are complete.

Contact park headquarters at 570.426.2452 or visit the park’s website at www.nps.gov/dewa for the current status.

The Upper Ridge Trail near Layton, New Jersey, winds approximately five miles (in and back) through quiet woods, open fields and past isolated ponds. This trail is not heavily used and can become overgrown in the summer. Parking for trailers is along Jager Road. The trail is also open to hiking. Hikers should be alert to riders and must yield to horses by stepping off the trail and standing quietly until they pass. Please protect the environment by riding only on the marked trails, and crossing streams only on bridges.

There are no horse rental liveries in the park.

» Subject to change, please visit the park website or contact the park for updated information before visiting.

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Crater Lake

Alcohol not permitted

Kittatinny Point

Grills and alcohol are not permitted

Millbrook Village

Grills and alcohol are not permitted

Namanock

Alcohol not permitted

Turtle Beach

Fee area; alcohol and pets not permitted

BIKING Cycling is a popular form of recreation in the park. The McDade Recreational Trail, a packed gravel path, parallels the Delaware River on the Pennsylvania side of the park for 32 miles and is perfect for mountain and hybrid bikes. This is the only trail where biking is permitted. A section between White Pines and Pittman Orchard trailheads is closed to biking. Motorized vehicles are not permitted on the McDade Recreational Trail.

Old Mine Road parallels the Delaware River on the New Jersey side for 34 miles in the park and passes through historic landscapes.

Road biking on US 209 in Pennsylvania is not recommended due to heavy traffic. Road biking on River Road in Pennsylvania is strongly discouraged due to sharp, steep turns, blind curves, and the lack of shoulders.

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HIKING More than 100 miles of trails meander through the park, including nearly 27 miles of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail. Hikers can enjoy the trails year-round, with each season offering its own special reward. During winter, the absence of deciduous leaves opens new vistas along trails and reveals stone walls, foundations, and other reminders of past residents. Spring provides a weekly parade of wild flowers and flowering trees.

In summer, hikers can seek out cool retreats among the hemlock forests, and follow burbling streams to powerful falls and cascades. In autumn, hikers have crisp air to sharpen their senses and a wondrous palette of fall colors to enjoy.

Choosing a trail can be a daunting task. What to see?

Waterfalls? Historic landscapes? Inspiring views? The following pages offer a simple guide to the many routes available.

BE PREPARED FOR YOUR VISIT

• Cell phone service is limited within the park.

• Carry (and drink) plenty of water; a leading cause of injuries on the trail is dehydration.

• Protect yourself from the sun; wear a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.

• Wear sturdy shoes.

•P rotect yourself from ticks and insects; use insect repellent, check and remove ticks when you return, and wear light-colored clothing to spot ticks more easily.

• Stay alert for snakes; do not put your hands and feet into places you cannot see.

• Be bear-aware; do not run if a bear approaches; make noise, wave your arms, and look large.

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• Be able to recognize poison ivy and avoid contact with the plant.

• Trails are not regularly maintained or patrolled; travel carefully and at your own risk.

• Wear bright orange (shirt, vest, or hat) during hunting season.

KEY REGULATIONS

• Stay on trails; taking shortcuts causes trail erosion, damages native plants, and can be dangerous.

• Do not feed or approach wildlife.

• Be Bear Aware; stay at least 100 yard from bears, hike in groups of three or more, make noise, and properly store trash and any products with an odor.

• Pets must be leashed at all time • Pack out what you pack in; do not leave trash behind.

HIKER SHUTTLE

The parking lots at Kittatinny Point and Dunnfield are generally full by 10 am on summer weekends.

Monroe County Transit Authority offers a hiker shuttle between the Delaware Water Gap Park and Ride, Lake Lenape Trailhead, and the Kittatinny Point and Dunnfield parking lots. Service is offered every half hour between 10 am and 5:30 pm on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends.

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Park Trails To Honesdale and Scranton

PA

6 209

6

NJ

MILFORD

1 Milford Beach (fee area) 84

North Contact Station

Appalachian Trail

8

Cliff Park Inn

To Scranton

golf course

Other hiking trail North

Montague 1

Joseph M. McDade Recreational Trail (biking and hiking)

206

R oa

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Milford

739

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Joseph M. McDade Recreational Trail (hiking only)

645

560

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(fee area)

4

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George W. Childs Park

To Branchville

Layton

Dingmans Ferry Access

560

3

Dingmans Ferry

615

Dingmans Campground

Dingmans Falls Visitor Center

Peters Valley School of Craft

(open seasonally)

E m e ry

Old Min e Ro ad

8

P E N N S Y L V A N I A

6

STOKES

R oa d

NPS 615

S TAT E

7

FOREST 9

Pocono Environmental Education Center Walpack Center 14 209

7

DELAWARE WATER GAP Pompey Ridge Road

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Bushkill Bushkill Meeting Center

Millbrook Village

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Upper Glen

15

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Poxono Access

602

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16

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Hidden Lake

mp Rd

Mohican Outdoor Center

Ca

209

(fee area)

13

Park Headquarters 402

13

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Smithfield Beach

(fee area)

(fee area)

14

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Marshalls Creek

Blairstown

17

209

209

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Shawnee on Delaware

Mi ne

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80

17 Dunnfield

DELAWARE WATER GAP

80

611 611

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Kittatinny Point 94

18 PA

14

NJ 80

To New York City

Milford

Road

2001

B r i s co

Trails at Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC), PA Mountain

Pocono Environmental Education Center

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0.8mi

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Trail

Delaware

Length

Rating ‡

Restroom

Unpaved road

River

Trail

Information Parking

0.5mi

Blaze

Elevation Δ

Distance indicator

To Milford

Highlights

Fossil

1.1 mi loop 1.8 km

Blue

237 feet

Fossils of ancient marine life; collection of fossils and other objects prohibited

Ridgeline

3.0 mi loop 4.8 km

Yellow

220 feet

Hilly terrain, featuring wetlands and forest

Scenic Gorge

2.0 mi loop 3.2 km

Red

220 feet

Shaded trail through the forest, passing a small stream; can be muddy after a rain

--

--

--

To increase sensory awareness, a rope guides blindfolded users around a short loop trail (blindfolds available at main PEEC office)

0.3 mi one-way 0.5 km

Purple

--

Several benches provide observation points for wildlife and field, forest, and pond ecosystems

Tumbling Waters

2.8 mi loop 4.5 km

Orange

254 feet

Trail winds along a ridge, past a pond and wetland and into a ravine with a cascading waterfall

Two Ponds

1.5 mi loop 2.4 km

White

67 feet

Mostly shaded trail that passes two ponds and a wetland, offering excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing

Sensory Awareness Trail for Everyone

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McDade Recreational Trail, PA The McDade Recreational Trail extends most the length of the park in Pennsylvania and presents some of the best views of the Delaware River, as well as views of charming streams, open farm fields, forests, and historic landscapes. The trail is a wide, packed gravel path without blazes and offers hikers, bikers, and cross-country skiers areas of varied difficulty, from easy to moderately strenuous. With trailheads located one half to five miles apart, this trail offers a section for just about any visitor.

Most trailheads are along the park’s free bus route that operates on Saturdays and Sundays from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend.

From the southern most trailhead at Hialeah to Owens trailhead, the trail is mostly flat as it traverses former settlements and farms. North from the Owens trailhead on Freeman Tract Road, the trail switchbacks sharply up the side of the ridge to the park’s headquarters. Observation decks on the side of the headquarters facility provide wildlife viewing areas.

Between park headquarters and Bushkill Access, the terrain becomes rolling hills. Numerous structures, foundations, and other traces remain from the once thriving community of Bushkill.

North of Bushkill Access, the trail follows a narrow ribbon of land between US 209 and the river and then continues through nearly level agricultural fields and forests to the Schneider Farm trailhead.

Continuing north, the next several miles are dominated by the river to the east and the cliffs to the west, with the trail and US 209 squeezed between in places. From Raymondskill Creek to Milford Beach, the Raymondskill Cliff parallels the nearly flat trail. Note: A section of the trail between White Pines and Conashaugh and another section of trail between Conashaugh and Pittman Orchard are hiking only and closed to bike riding due to stairs and steep grade.

The northern terminus of the McDade Trail is Milford Beach, a popular recreation site for local residents since 1945. Whether you start from Milford Beach, Hialeah, or a point in between, you are sure to find something to enjoy.

Extend your one-way trip on the McDade Recreational Trail by using the River Runner Shuttle (page 5).

Trail Section

Length

Rating ‡

Elevation Δ

Milford Beach to Pittman Orchard

2.2 mi 3.5 km

83 feet

Pittman Orchard to Conashaugh **

2.4 mi 3.9 km

62 feet

Conashaugh to White Pines

1.8 mi 2.9 km

71 feet

White Pines to Schneider Farm

4.1 mi 6.6 km

77 feet

Schneider Farm to Jerry Lees

4.9 mi 7.9 km

50 feet

Jerry Lees to Eshback Access

1.8 mi 2.9 km

25 feet

Eshback Access to Egypt Mills

1.8 mi 2.9 km

30 feet

Egypt Mills to Bushkill Access

2.4 mi 3.9 km

39 feet

Bushkill Access to Bushkill Village

1.7 mi 2.7 km

45 feet

Bushkill Village to Park Headquarters

2.0 mi 3.2 km

231 feet

Park Headquarters to Owens

0.7 mi 1.1 km

320 feet

Owens to Turn Farm

1.2 mi 1.9 km

91 feet

Turn Farm to Riverview

0.5 mi 0.8 km

17 feet

Riverview to Smithfield Beach

2.2 mi 3.5 km

34 feet

Smithfield Beach to Hialeah

1.9 mi 3.1 km

97 feet

Things to Know • Speed limit is 15 mph.

• Bikers must yield to hikers.

• No motorized vehicles.

• Leashed pets are permitted along the trail except at Milford and Smithfield beaches and between Smithfield Beach and Hialeah late spring to early fall.

Biking Safely • Go with the traffic flow; ride on right.

• Pass on left and give audible sound to alert others of intent.

• Obey all traffic laws.

• Yield to traffic and pedestrians.

• Be predictable; ride in a straight line and signal moves.

• Stay alert at all times.

• Look before turning.

• Walk bicycles on steep hills and stairs.

• Wear a bicycle helmet. Children 12 years old and younger must wear a bicycle helmet.

• Secure loose clothing to ensure it will not become entangled in bicycle gears.

• Adjust the bicycle to fit. The seat should be level front to back, and the height should be adjusted to allow a slight bend at the knee when the leg is fully extended. Handlebar height should be level with seat.

• Check your equipment before riding and ensure tires are properly inflated and that the brakes work.

• Make yourself visible to others.

• Control the bicycle by riding with two hands on the handlebars, except when signaling a turn.

• Watch for and avoid hazards.

** this section is closed January through mid-July to protect nesting bald eagles

2.5

Pittman Orchard

Conashaugh

5.0

2.5

Conashaugh

White Pines

6.5

4.0

1.5

Bike Rentals and Tours Edge of the Woods Outdoor Outfitters 110 Main Street Delaware Water Gap, PA 18327 570 421-6681

9.6

7.1

4.6

3.1

Schneider Farm

14.9

12.4

9.9

8.4

5.3

Jerry Lees

Eshback Access

16.7

14.2

11.7

10.2

7.1

1.8

Eshback Access

Egypt Mills

18.5

16.0

13.5

12.0

8.9

3.6

1.8

Bushkill Access

20.9

18.4

15.9

14.4

11.3

6.0

4.2

2.4

Bushkill Access

Bushkill Village

22.6

20.1

17.6

16.1

13.0

7.7

5.9

4.1

1.7

Park Headquarters

24.4

21.9

19.4

17.9

14.8

9.5

7.7

5.9

3.5

1.8

Owens

25.1

22.6

20.1

18.6

15.5

10.2

8.4

6.6

4.2

2.5

0.7

Owens

Turn Farm

25.8

23.3

20.8

19.3

16.2

10.9

9.1

7.3

4.9

3.2

1.4

0.7

Riverview

26.4

23.9

21.4

19.9

16.8

11.5

9.7

7.9

5.5

3.8

2.0

1.3

0.6

Riverview

Smithfield Beach

29.0

26.5

24.0

22.5

19.4

14.1

12.3

10.5

8.1

6.4

4.6

3.9

3.2

2.6

Smithfield Beach

White Pines

Pittman Orchard

Trailhead Name

Hialeah

31.0

28.5

26.0

24.5

21.4

16.1

14.3

12.5

10.1

8.4

6.6

5.9

5.2

4.6

2.0

Turn Farm

Park Headquarters

Bushkill Village

Jerry Lees

Shawnee River Trips at the Shawnee Inn 100 Shawnee Inn Drive Shawnee on Delaware, PA 18356 800 742-9633 or 570 424-4000 Egypt Mills

Schneider Farm

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Milford Beach

Mileage between McDade Trailheads

Appalachian National Scenic Trail, NJ and PA The Appalachian National Scenic Trail (AT) traverses the wild Appalachian Mountain chain from central Maine to northern Georgia, for a distance of approximately 2,180 miles. Nearly 27 miles of the trail straddle the Kittattiny Ridge through New Jersey and Pennsylvania within Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Numerous other trails connect with the AT and are described on page 15 and 17.

RIDG

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To Milford

Culvers Gap

To Branchville

206

Peters Valley School of Craft A p p al ac h i a Nation n al Sc e ni c Trail

STOKES

Appalachian Trail Other hiking trail Unpaved road Parking Restroom

7.2mi

Walpack Center

Drinking water Information Shuttle

(summer weekends only)

0.9mi

Buttermilk Falls

Crater Lake

D rive

2.0

mi

Skyline

NPS 615

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A p p al a c h

M ou

Trail

Millbrook Village

Bushkill 0.6mi

1.4mi

209

(Fee area)

290 feet

Route 602 to Mohican Outdoor Center

3.5 mi 5.6 km

390 feet

9.1 mi 14.6 km

1220 feet

Forested ridgetop, descending into the Delaware Water Gap, passes Sunfish Pond

1.8 mi 2.9 km

200 feet

Through the Borough of Delaware Water Gap, climbing to forested ridgetop

7.2 mi 11.6 km

934 feet

Mohican Outdoor Center to Kittatinny Point

Mileage between Appalachian Trailheads

10.1 13.7

3.6

Mohican Outdoor Center

17.2

7.1

3.5

Kittatinny Point

26.3

16.2

12.6

9.1

Lake Lenape

28.1

18.0

14.4

10.9

1.8

PA 191

35.3

25.2

21.6

18.1

9.0

7.2

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1.5 mi

WORTHINGTON STATE FOREST

Forested ridgetop, passes Catfish Fire Tower

Forested ridgetop

full by 10 am on summer weekends.

Monroe County Transit Authority offers a hiker shuttle from the Delaware Water Gap Park and Ride lot to Lake Lenape Trailhead and the Kittatinny Point and Dunnfield parking lots. The hiker shuttle service is offered every half hour between 10:00 am and 5:30 pm on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends.

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Old Mine Ro ad

209

US 206

N E W

2.3mi

Sunfish Pond

Forested ridgetop

Hiker Shuttle

Route 602

Trailhead Name

Forested ridgetop through Stokes State Forest and the park

The parking lots at Kittatinny Point and Dunnfield are generally

Blue Mtn Lakes Road

Kaiser

Upper Yards Creek Reservoir

Highlights

650 feet

Lake Lenape to PA 191

J E R S E Y

1.5mi

Camp Rd 1.9mi

Turtle Beach

Elevation Δ

3.6 mi 5.6 km

Kittatinny Point to Lake Lenape

Coppermine

Rating ‡

Blue Mtn Lakes Road to Route 602

Gaisl er

Mohican Outdoor Center

Poxono Access

602 Road

Park Headquarters

Length 10.1 mi 16.5 km

US 206 to Blue Mtn Lakes Road

3.6mi

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P E N N S Y L V A N I A

Camping Regulations • Camping is restricted to through-hikers who are hiking for two or more consecutive days; starting at one location along the trail and ending at another.

• Camping is limited to one night and ten persons per campsite.

• Self-contained stoves are permitted; ground fires, charcoal stoves and grills are prohibited.

• Hikers may not camp: • Within 100 feet of any stream or water source; • Within 0.5 mile of an established roadway; • Within 200 feet of another camping party; or • From 0.5 mile south of Blue Mountain Lakes Road to a point one mile north of Crater Lake.

No trail shelters exist within the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The nearest are Kirkridge Shelter in Pennsylvania, 6.4 miles south of the Interstate 80 bridge, and Brink Road Shelter in New Jersey, 4 miles north of the Buttermilk Trail spur.

Mohican Outdoor Center offers lodging and camping at NJ mile 10.3 and the Worthington State Forest campground can be reached via the 1.6-mile Douglas Trail at NJ mile 4.6.

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Things to know • Carry sufficient water for the entire hike. Water along the trail may not be suitable for consumption. All water should be chemically treated or boiled for ten minutes.

• All human waste must be buried at least six inches deep and 100 feet or more from any stream, trail, unpaved road, or park facility.

• Carry out all trash.

• Self-contained stoves are permitted; ground fires, charcoal stoves and grills are prohibited.

• Cutting, defacing, or removing any natural feature is prohibited.

• Pets must be on a 6-foot leash at all times.

• Horseback riding, biking, and all types of motorized vehicles (except authorized vehicles) are prohibited on the trail within Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.

Lake Lenape

M in Ol d

NPS 615

Distance indicator

0.5mi

Kittatinny Point

e Road

S TAT E FOREST

KITT AT

INNY

615

The AT is marked with white blazes. Side trails to water, scenic viewpoints, or shelters are marked with blue blazes. Appalachian Mountain Club’s Mohican Outdoor Center at NJ mile 10.3 offers several self-service cabins, individual and group campsites, and simple dining options. Numerous weekend hiking activities are offered throughout the year. For more information, contact Mohican Outdoor Center at 908 362-5670 or visit their website at outdoors.org/lodging/lodges/mohican.

Mohican Outdoor Center

560

Route 602

Layton

Blue Mtn Lakes Road

645

1.8mi

Park & Ride Lot

River Rd & Broad St

Kittatinny Point 1.8m

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Lake Lenape

80

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Road

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Pittman Orchard

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The National Park Service has partnered with Monroe County Transit Authority (MCTA) to provide free public bus service along the Pennsylvania side of the river. MTCA provides the River Runner Shuttle service on Saturdays and Sundays between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends between Stroudsburg, PA and Milford Beach, PA. Additionally, bus service is provided on May 27 (Memorial Day), July 4 (Independence Day), and September 2 (Labor Day).

The River Runner Shuttle is a free service and is ADA accessible. Pick your boarding location and destination using the schedule below. Be at the stop five minutes prior to the scheduled arrival with your gear ready to load. In addition to passengers, MCTA can also transport bicycles, canoes, kayaks, and leashed dogs. Passengers are required to load and secure their own belongings and MCTA operators will check the equipment to ensure it is properly stowed.

209

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(Fee area)

2001

Delawa r

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Conashaugh

White Pines

739

560

Dingmans Campground Dingmans Falls Visitor Center

Schneider Farm

Loading and securing equipment takes some time, so please be aware that there may be times when the bus is late. For groups of ten or more people, please contact MCTA in advance to ensure they are properly prepared for your large group.

209

Pocono Environmental Education Center

The system is designed to enable riders to board the bus just about anywhere along the route where it is safe for the driver to stop. Simply wave to the shuttle driver from a safe and observable location.

Remember to be at the stop five minutes before the scheduled time.

Jerry Lees

Eshback Access

Milford

Road

Programs like the River Runner Shuttle are just one way the park is working to lessen the footprint we all leave on the planet. For more information about the shuttle visit MCTA’s website at gomcta.com/trip or call 570 243-3400.

Egypt Mills

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Bushkill Access

(Fee area)

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Bushkill

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WORTHINGTON STATE FOREST

Shawnee on Delaware

Joseph M. McDade Recreational Trail (biking and hiking)

209

Joseph M. McDade Recreational Trail (hiking only)

Park & Ride Lot

River Rd & Broad St

River Runner Shuttle Stop

» Subject to change, please visit the park website or contact the park for updated information before visiting.

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Shuttle Flag Stop Hiker shuttle (to/from Appl Trl)

Dunfield DELAWARE WATER GAP

Lake Lenape

80

Kittatinny Point 611

SHUTTLE RIDING TIPS

• Peak demand for canoe and kayak shuttle is northbound in the morning before 10 am. Consider using the northbound shuttle to transport to your starting location later in the day, or use the northbound shuttle to transport back to your parked vehicle at the end of your trip.

• Have your gear at the shuttle stop and ready to load at least ten minutes before departure to ensure on-time service.

• River Runner shuttle service is not available at Kittatinny Point after 8:50 am.

• The last northbound shuttle leaves Smithfield Beach at 3:20 pm. The last southbound shuttle leaves Milford Beach at 4:50 pm For Bikers: • Bike a longer one-way trip on the McDade Recreational Trail by using the shuttle.

• Northbound shuttle service can be crowded with boaters, particularly in the morning. Consider riding your bike north on the McDade Recreational Trail and using the southbound shuttle to return to your vehicle.

For Hikers: • Hike a longer one-way trip on the McDade Recreational Trail by using the shuttle.

• Northbound shuttle service can be crowded with boaters, particularly in the morning. Consider hiking north on the McDade Recreational Trail and using the southbound shuttle to return to your vehicle.

» Subject to change, please visit the park website or contact the park for updated information before visiting.

For Boaters: • Riders are strongly encouraged to park at the Parkand-Ride in Delaware Water Gap for river trips that end at Kittatinny Point due to traffic congestion on summer weekends.

For Swimmers: • When spending the day at Smithfield Beach, use the shuttle to go to the McDade Trailhead at Hialeah for a 1.9-mile walk back to Smithfield Beach.

• When spending the day at Milford Beach, use the shuttle to go to the McDade Trailhead at Pittman

Orchard for a 2.2-mile walk back to Milford Beach.

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TOURING OLD MINE ROAD Constructed in the mid-1600s, Old Mine Road connected the Hudson River and Philadelphia to the Pahaquarry Mines and provided an important conduit for New Jersey farmers taking crops to area markets, making it one of the oldest commercial roads in the country. Today, Old Mine Road stitches together sections of several roads into the park’s main passage in New Jersey and still retains much of the flavor of 100 years ago, making it a popular driving and biking route.

1. MONTAGUE GRANGE #140

The National Grange, founded in 1867, is an organization that advocates for rural America and agriculture. The local Montague Grange was founded in 1904 and this hall was built in 1906. The local group remains active and continues to use the building for meetings and community activities.

2. FOSTER-ARMSTRONG HOUSE

Owners of this home operated a ferry, sawmill, and gristmill.

The house was used as a tavern and inn for river travelers and reflects the standard of living of a prosperous family in the early 19th century. The Montague Association for the Restoration of Community History (MARCH) operates this historic house museum for tours weekends and during special events.

3. MINISINK DUTCH REFORMED CHURCH

The Minisink Church was the heart, both spiritually and geographically, of the four original Dutch Reformed congregations established in the Upper Delaware Valley in 1737. The present structure was built in 1899, and tombstones in the cemetery date to 1805. Though it remains small, the vibrant congregation is one of the oldest in the country.

4. NELDEN-ROBERTS STONEHOUSE

Built around 1820, this house’s construction is attributed to George Nelden, who acquired the property in 1816. The Roberts Family was the last owners of the house, along with the farmstead located across US 206.

5. WESTBROOK-BELL HOUSE

Built by Johannis Westbrook, this is the oldest house located in Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, possibly predating 1730, and was lived in by nine generations of the family until the acquisition of the property by the federal government.

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6. NAMANOCK

While nothing remains today, this was the site of Fort Namanock during the French and Indian War (1754-1763). Forts in this time and era were little more than sturdy houses with a wooden defensive fence surrounding them.

7. ALONZO DEPUE HOUSE

As with other historic homes along Old Mine Road, the landscape would have been quite different one hundred years ago – open fields, a clear view to the river, and several farm outbuildings. For 48 consecutive years, Alonzo Depue recorded temperature and precipitation readings for the U.S. Weather Service from a weather station near the road without missing a day.

8. BEVANS-HELLWIG KITCHEN

In the late 19th century, this little stone building was the rear kitchen attached to a large farmhouse. Local tradition holds that the original structure was used as a French and Indian War fortification, known as Fort Carmer.

9. PETERS VALLEY

Peter Van Nest, a land surveyor, laid out the roads in the area and had them intersect outside of his home in 1867. Over the years, the hamlet’s name changed several times, including Hen’s Foot Corner and Bevans, before its current name of Peters Valley. Through a partnership with the National Park Service, Peters Valley School of Craft operates an active school of fine craft. Stop by the Craft Store and Gallery to browse artisan’s wares, learn about 209 workshop offerings, and find out more about the weekend self-guided tours of the village.

10. WALPACK CENTER

Like other villages along the Old Mine Road, the Kittatinny Ridge to the east and the highlands of New Jersey to the north isolated the hamlet of Walpack Center. Area farmers found what they needed at the village’s general store, post office, blacksmith shop, church, and school. By the early 20th century, however, automobiles and larger farms proved to be too much competition and the village began its decline. Today, the Walpack Historical Society operates a museum in the First Rosenkrans House on summer weekends.

11. VAN CAMPEN INN

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Constructed in the early 1800s, numerous changes over the years enlarged this once small house. As the house expanded, it also changed uses, including serving as the Flatbrook Hotel hunting lodge, the Losey Boarding House, and Salamovka – a summer retreat for Russian emigrants.

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In 1832, Abram Garis built a grist mill along the Van Campen Brook. The mill soon attracted other businesses and by 1875, Millbrook was a thriving farm village. By 1910, most businesses had closed their doors. Today, only a handful of original Millbrook buildings remain. Other buildings have been moved from other sites or are newly built to help depict village life in the valley during the late 19th and early 20th century. On summer weekends and during special events, several buildings are open, with park staff and Millbrook Village Society volunteers demonstrating folk ways of the 1800s.

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OVERLOOKS IN THE GAP Tourist attractions of all sorts once lined River Drive through the Delaware Water Gap. This route, now known as PA 611, passes by many former attractions—but other than the stone guardrail lining the road, little remains of that historic past. Still, the stunning beauty of the water gap makes this short 2-mile drive a must-do during your visit.

RESORT POINT OVERLOOK

The best known part of Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is the distinct notch in the Kittatinny Ridge known as the “water gap.” In order to enjoy the area’s beauty, visitors in the early 1820s rented rooms with local families. By 1832, a 25-guest hotel overlooking the Delaware River opened in Delaware Water Gap, and in 1860, the Kittatinny Hotel expanded to accommodate 250 guests.

The popularity of the area surrounding the water gap continued to grow, and additional hotels opened to meet the lodging needs of vacationers. Typically, vacationing families consisted of mothers and their children spending the entire summer in one of the hotels

Kittatinny House Hotel

By the early 1900s, many people had private automobiles.

Magazines and newspapers extensively advertised various appealing destinations for city dwellers. At the same time, improved roads gave people a greater choice of holiday retreats.

Weekend excursions began replacing summer- long holidays, and the traditional resort business of the Delaware Water Gap began to decline. The economic depression of the 1930s changed the nation’s way of life, and grand hotels could no longer compete with the new and popularly priced year-round weekend resorts in the nearby Pocono Mountains. A reclaimed the Kittatinny Hotel in 1931, and today, all that remains is the view from the location of this once grand hotel.

POINT OF GAP OVERLOOK

This overlook is in the heart of the Delaware Water Gap, between Mt. Minsi in Pennsylvania and Mt. Tammany in New Jersey. Just as it is a popular place for viewing today, this was also a popular stop for the Victorian vacationer. The Indian Head Lunch, a tourist attraction named for its view of the cliff with the same name across the river, offered meals and souvenirs, while the Myrtle William’s Gap Inn provided a place for picnicking and camping.

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while the fathers joined them on the weekends. Visitors occupied themselves by hiking, swimming, fishing, dancing, playing tennis and golf, visiting amusement parks, shopping for souvenirs, and delighting in carriage, steamboat, and rowboat rides. According to the manager of the Kittatinny Hotel, “[p]erhaps the featuring asset of the Gap, aside from its beautiful gorge, through which shows the placid Delaware, is its health giving atmosphere, which permeates everywhere and which in itself has given the region much of its charm and popularity.”

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Today, this overlook provides a wonderful view of the water gap and the trailhead for the Arrow Island Trail. In the early 1900s, however, this was a bustling tourist stop. Minsi Mountain Park encompassed about 200 acres, and a hotel with a few outlying cottages was located on the hill overlooking the river. Inventive owners marketed a nearby slate quarry as a romantic enticement called “the Grotto” and boasted of the clear waters found in the “Minsi Health Spring.” In the location of today’s parking area, the Bear Stop roadside attraction featured caged bears and deer for the tourists’ amusement.

WATERFALLS

Raymondskill Falls Courtesy of PMVB

RAYMONDSKILL FALLS

Raymondskill Creek Trail, Pennsylvania GPS 41.290231 -74.840853 The loop trail that leads to the waterfall is only 0.3 mile, but is steep. The three tiers of Raymondskill Falls have a combined height of approximately 150 feet, making it one of the tallest waterfall in Pennsylvania. If the drops from each tier are added together, the waterfall is only a few feet shorter than Niagara Falls. The upper viewing area overlooks the upper pool and the narrow chute of the first drop. The lower viewing area provides an outstanding view and photo opportunity of the falls. A spur trail leads to the creek, but not to the bottom of the waterfall.

Things to Know: • Pets are not permitted on the trail.

• Swimming and wading is not permitted in the creek and waterfalls.

• Stay on the designated trail.

• Restrooms are located at the parking lot.

• The parking lot at the trailhead fills quickly on summer weekends. To avoid the crowds, visit the area before 10:00 am or after 4:00 pm on weekends or visit on a weekday.

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BUTTERMILK FALLS

Buttermilk Falls Trail, New Jersey GPS 41.137164 -74.888793 The waterfall is located at the trailhead for the Buttermilk Falls Trail, and, therefore, requires no hiking to view. The cascading Buttermilk Falls is considered the highest waterfall in New Jersey at approximately 200 feet. A set of stairs climbs to a viewing platform at the top. The trail continues a nearly 1.5-mile steep climb to join the Appalachian National Scenic Trail at the top of the ridge.

Things to Know: • Swimming and wading are not permitted in the waterfall and the pools.

• Stay on the designated trail.

• The drive to the waterfall is via a rural gravel road. Driving Mountain Road from Walpack Center is the recommended route, since Mountain Road south of Buttermilk Falls is very rough.

DINGMANS AND SILVERTHREAD FALLS

Dingmans Creek Trail, Pennsylvania GPS 41.229294 -74.887212 An accessible boardwalk trail meanders 0.3 mile through a pristine hemlock ravine. Shortly after starting the trail, Silverthread Falls gracefully drops 80 feet in a thin ribbon of water through a narrow geometric chute. The boardwalk continues through dense rhododendron shrubs and ends at the base of Dingmans Falls, the second highest waterfall in Pennsylvania at 130 feet. A wide rock ledge provides the backdrop for this cascading waterfall. The final tenth of a mile is a staircase that leads to a birds-eye view from the top.

Buttermilk Falls

Things to Know: • Pets are not permitted on the trail.

•S wimming and wading is not permitted in the creek and waterfalls.

• Fishing is not permitted between Dingmans Falls and the trailhead parking area between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm.

• Restrooms and the Dingmans Falls Visitor Center are located at the trailhead.

• The parking lot fills quickly on summer weekends.

To avoid the crowds, visit the area before 10:00 am or after 4:00 pm on weekends or visit on a weekday. » Subject to change, please visit the park website or contact the park for updated information before visiting.

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People of the Delaware River Valley Human occupation in the Delaware River valley dates back over 12,000 years when small family bands moved across the landscape, hunting game, fishing the rivers and streams and gathering food from the forests and grasslands. About 8,000 years ago, groups began to travel less and relied on a variety of foods found locally, such as acorns, nuts, sh, deer and turkey.

Families began farming about 2,000 years ago, leading to a more settled lifestyle.

The Lenape (len-AH-pay) or Delaware lived in an area they called “Lenapehoking,” which means “Land of the Lenape.”

Lenapehoking included eastern Pennsylvania, all of New Jersey, southeastern New York, northern Delaware, and a small section of southeastern Connecticut. While some Lenape lived in large villages of about 200 people, most lived in groups of 50 to 75.

The arrival of Europeans in the mid-1500s meant drastic changes for the Lenape. European explorers traded iron axes, cloth, and copper kettles with the Lenape for valuable animal furs. In addition to the rich natural resources, Europeans also wanted land. Conflicts arose between the Lenape and European colonists over land ownership. Additionally, the introduction of diseases devastated the native population, who had no immunities. By the mid-1700s, warfare and diseases contributed to an estimated loss of 90% of the Lenape people. During the 1700s, most Lenape people either voluntarily moved or were forcibly moved west, eventually settling in Canada, Wisconsin, and Oklahoma.

Today, most Lenape decedents still live in Canada, Wisconsin, and Oklahoma. Their arts and oral traditions reflect their culture, and they continue to stay connected to their ancestral homeland. The Lenape legacy remains, and their impact is honored through various place names in the park today.

Left: Painting depicting William Penn entering into 1683 peace treaty Right: Tish-Co-Han, Lenape Chief in the 1700s

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Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is a National Park Service unit that includes 40 miles of the Middle Delaware River and more than 60,000 acres along the river's banks between Milford, PA, and Delaware Water Gap, PA. The park provides outdoor recreation opportunities while conserving the natural, cultural, and scenic resources of the recreation area.

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HOW PET OWNERS CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE WHEN IT COMES TO RECYCLING Courtesy of BPT

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hile most Americans may say they're environmentally conscious and care about recycling, their daily habits haven't caught up with their good intentions. In fact, the EPA reports that the recycling rate is currently only at about 32%.

Part of this is due to confusion about what and how to recycle. If you're one of the growing number of people with a pet at home, your recycling habits may be even more complex by adding pet product packaging into the mix. With so much packaging produced today, your choice between the recycling bin and the trash can feel inconsequential in the grand scheme. But the truth is, every day consumers play a crucial role in reducing waste.

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In an ideal world, we would operate in a "circular economy," where the materials we now consider waste instead serve a secondary purpose. Some companies are committing to the environment by switching to more sustainable manufacturing processes and using recyclable - and recycled - materials in their packaging. But it takes more than just what companies can do alone; businesses rely on consumers to recycle correctly, fueling the supply of materials used to produce more environmentally friendly packaging.

"Many consumers engage in 'wish recycling' - dropping an item in the bin and hoping it will be recycled," said Nida Bockert, senior director, Portfolio Innovation, Optimization and Sustainability at Purina. "At Purina, which makes some of the most popular pet care products, not only are we focused on empowering pet owners to choose the recycling bin instead of the trash, but we're also working to educate people on engaging in thoughtful recycling that avoids contaminating the waste stream."

WHAT ONE COMPANY IS DOING TO IMPROVE THEIR PACKAGING

Over 80% of Purina packaging is already made with materials that can be recycled. Aluminum, which can be endlessly recycled, makes up a large part of the brand's product packaging and is accepted in single-stream recycling which is picked up at your curb. However, only a fraction of the aluminum cans manufactured are made of recycled material, due to lack of supply. This is where consumers play an important role in JUNE/JULY 2022 POCONO LIVING MAGAZINE© 17

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closing the loop. When consumers rinse and recycle aluminum pet food cans, this creates a supply of second-life aluminum that's repurposed from scrap metal which generates far less greenhouse emissions than new aluminum. By creating a system that reuses existing resources instead of following a single-use method, it's possible to significantly reduce the harm done to the planet through consumerism and manufacturing.

WHAT YOU CAN DO

First, support environmentally conscious brands when shopping.

Purina is also making progress in recyclability beyond aluminum. The company is hard at work to make all of its packaging recyclable or reusable by 2025.

Unsure about what can be recycled when it comes to pet product packaging, and how to recycle it? First, check with your local recycling facility to be sure you're following their guidelines.

It’s not just a day of shopping here in the Pocono Mountains—it’s an experience.

Wander our historic streets. Explore our art galleries. Find unique local goods.

And stop for a bite at one of our top-rated neighborhood restaurants along the way.

Discover all of our shopping and sights now at PoconoMountains.com.

Here are some basic tips to prepare pet product packaging for recycling: • Metal cans: Rinse and drop into your single-stream recycling bin.

• Plastic tubs: Rinse and drop into your single-stream recycling bin.

• Tidy Cats containers: Empty and drop into your singlestream recycling bin.

• Cardboard from variety packs: Drop into your single-stream recycling bin.

• Shrink wrap from variety packs: Drop off at your local grocery store where available. To search your area, visit plasticfilmrecycling.org.

You can also always look for the "How2Recycle" label on any Purina brand package for help with recycling. If the package doesn't include that label, it's safe to say the product is not recyclable.

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THE WATERFALLS OF THE POCONOS

By Amanda Kuhn

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iving in the Pocono Mountains, we’re fortunate to be surrounded by such natural beauty. Rare plants, abundant wildlife, roaring creeks, lush forests - it can all be found in our own backyard. And while we may lose sight of just how amazing the views are, there are still many local wonders that have the ability to captivate even the natives.

Whether you’re witnessing a waterfall cascade from 180 feet or being lulled by the gentle flow of a shallow slide, waterfalls are both impressive and mesmerizing. One of the most notable features of our landscape, waterfalls serve as the perfect reminder of just how extraordinary the Poconos can be.

From Milford to Jim Thorpe and everywhere in between, breathtaking waterfalls can be found all around us. Grab your hiking shoes and get ready to explore, just don’t forget your camera! Here is a local guide to some of our favorite waterfalls.

SAFETY FIRST!

Before you hit the trails be sure you’re prepared for steep, often slick surfaces.

Waterfalls are commonly accompanied by moss and algae covered rocks and cliffs.

Here are some tips to help you prepare.

1. Consider your fitness and experience level.

2. Wear appropriate footwear.

3. Take a map or make sure you’re familiar with the route.

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4. Hike with a partner whenever you can and/or let someone know where you are going.

5. Dress in layers and be prepared to get wet. Waterfall spray is the best!

6. Water! Water! Water! And maybe a snack too!

7. Never walk near the edge of any waterfall.

8. Never hike in high water or moving water that is above the knee.

9. Stay on the trails whenever possible and obey all warning signs.

10. Use your best judgment.

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BUSHKILL FALLS K

nown as the “Niagara of Pennsylvania,” Bushkill Falls is one of our beautiful state’s most scenic attractions. With multiple falls and a number of other amazing views, there’s a natural treasure around every corner. Using their unique system of trails, stairs and bridges, you’re able to explore many of Bushkill Falls’ 300 acres at your preferred skill level. There are four trails that maneuver throughout the falls, each varying in length and difficulty. For avid hikers, take the red trail to experience eight falls from multiple angles — ­ you won’t be disappointed!

Bushkill Falls is privately owned and operated. Tickets must be purchased at the entrance building where you will also find a Wildlife Exhibit featuring the area’s indigenous wildlife. Learn about the local wildlife and why these animals are an integral part of the ecosystem. You can also learn about the history of Bushkill Falls and local Native Americans.

BUSHKILL FALLS (MAIN FALLS)

BRIDAL VEIL FALLS

Type: Cascade Rating: 5 Height: 100 feet

Type: Falls over cascade Rating: 3 Height: 25 feet

PENNEL FALLS

LOWER BRIDESMAID FALLS

Type: Slide Rating: 1 Height: 8 feet

Type: Cascade Rating: 3 Height: 20 feet

UPPER BRIDESMAID FALLS

LOWER GORGE FALLS

Type: Cascade Rating: 3 Height: 20 feet

Type: Cascade Rating: 4 Height: 45 feet

Grab a pair of sturdy hiking shoes, dress in layers and get ready for the quintessential Pocono experience, Just be prepared, you might get a little wet!

DIRECTIONS TO BUSHKILL FALLS ARE AS FOLLOWS: From the interchange of I-80 and US 209, take US 209 north 3.9 miles to Marshalls Creek, where Business Route 209 and US 209 merge.

Turn right, and continue on US 209 north for 7.7 miles to the blinker light at Bushkill Road. Turn left, and head up the hill for 1.8 miles to the Bushkill Falls entrance. Turn left, and proceed to the parking lot.

For more information visit their website, visitbushkillfalls.com.

Hours of operation and admission rates change seasonally so check the website for current rates and times before planning your trip.

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RAYMONDSKILL FALLS T

he tallest waterfall in Pennsylvania, Raymondskill Falls is only a few feet shorter than Niagara Falls. With three cascades that flow into the Raymondskill Creek, hikers can take in views from one of two platforms. See views of the upper pool and first drop from the upper viewing area. Then, grab your camera and snap some pictures of the falls from the lower viewing platform.

Located in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, the trails are maintained by the Nation Park Service however the trail to Raymondskill Falls is uneven and tricky to navigate.

After viewing the falls from the lower platform, don’t go just yet, there’s more to see! Travel back to the top of the waterfall and where the trail splits, go straight, following the path along Raymondskill Creek. In the half mile between Raymondskill Falls and Raymondskill Road you’ll find even more cascades and four larger falls.

The terrain is very rocky and often steep and slippery so wear appropriate shoes to enjoy this quick hike safely.

Type: Cascade

Rating: 5

Height: 180 feet

Directions to Raymondskill Falls are as follows: From the traffic light at PA 739 and US 209 at Dingmans Ferry, take US 209 north 4.9 miles to Raymondskill Road. Turn left and proceed uphill for .7 miles to a marked parking area.

For more information visit the National Park Service website at nps.gov/dewa/planyourvisit/raymondskill-creek-trail

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Please note that the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area becomes extremely busy on the weekends, particularly at the points of interest. Kathleen Sandt, Public Affairs Specialist for the DWGNRA, suggests early morning or weekday visits.

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DINGMANS FALLS

Type: Cascade over slide Rating: 5 Height: 130 feet

SILVERTHREAD FALLS

Type: Slide Rating: 3 Height: 80 feet

Directions to Dingmans and Silverthread Falls are as follows: From the blinker at the intersection of Bushkill Road and US 209, follow US 209 north into the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area for 11.6 miles to Johnny Bee Road. Turn left, and proceed for 1.1 miles to the falls parking area, taking the right fork about .5 miles up Johnny Bee Road.

For more information visit the National Park Service website at nps.gov/dewa/planyourvisit/dingmans-creek-trail

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he second tallest waterfall in Pennsylvania, Dingmans Falls is another impressive site located in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Once you hit the trail, you’ll quickly encounter Silverthread Falls, a narrow 80 foot shoot with a cascading flow that varies with the rainfall. Winding through a beautiful hemlock ravine, follow the trail through rhododendron and tall hemlock trees. The trail ends at the base of Dingmans Falls. Take in the sights from the platform or trek the final tenth of a mile via staircase for a birds-eye view from the upper falls.

Please be aware that there are limited services available in this area. The DWGNRA asks that you visit responsibly. Most park trails are open, but some restrooms are closed and all park regulations apply. Be sure to visit the park’s webpage for more details and updates.

Please note that the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area becomes extremely busy on the weekends, particularly at the points of interest.

Kathleen Sandt, Public Affairs Specialist for the DWGNRA, suggests early morning or weekday visits.

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TRAVEL BY AIR LIKE A PRO THIS SUMMER

By Roseanne Bottone

TripIt® Free Trip Planner

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ou’ve heard this admonition a million times, “plan to arrive at the airport at least two hours before your flight.” Why? Because if it’s not one thing, it’s another. And if it’s not that, it’s something else. On the day you choose to cut it short because you don’t want to “waste time” hanging around the airport before your flight, you will inevitably get stuck on the highway behind an accident, or find your exit blocked by construction with a detour that takes you through a time eating maze, or a security line that snakes back to Timbuktu. Trust me! I’ve been traveling the country for 20 years for my job and sometimes I was on the road for 75% of the year. The last thing you want to do is miss your flight; it’s common for a rebooking to be unavailable for days!

What follows are several of my tips and tricks to make your flying experience more enjoyable.

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This free service was my best discovery! I don’t know how I would have stayed organized without it. Visit www.tripit.com to sign up and keep all your travel plans in one place for easy viewing on the go. All you do is forward your reservations for air travel, hotels, car rentals, shuttle services, and train to TripIt and it will be organized for you by day and time in a simple, easy-to-read format. Through the site you can add directions, phone numbers, website links, notes, photos, and much more.

You can share your itinerary with fellow travelers or anyone of your choice for emergencies. Download the app to your phone to access your info at any time.

Airline Apps Download the app for the airline(s) you’ll use on your trip too.

You’ll be able to check flight status in real time, check in online, change seats, and pay your luggage fee. It really speeds things up at the ticket counter at the airport.

The airlines have transitioned to “contactless” payments on board the plane. If you might want to purchase an alcoholic beverage or food during your flight, you’ll have to put your credit card info into the app. The flight crew cannot accept cash or credit cards during the flight.

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LUGGAGE You can also track your luggage on the airline app. The luggage handlers scan loading, transfers, and unloading. I must be the luckiest traveler ever; in two decades of flying, the airlines lost my luggage only once and it was right in the middle of the Continental/United merger. It is highly probable that your luggage will arrive when you do. Occasionally, it may arrive on a later flight. When that happens, the airline will deliver it to you. As an added precaution, take a photo of your luggage and make a note of the brand/logo, a description of your luggage tag, and special features in the event you must report a problem.

Flying in Comfort If you have a confirmed seat, don’t rush to board the plane.

I always try to be last (or very near the end of the line).

Depending on the size of the aircraft, from the beginning of the boarding process to take-off can take upwards of 45 minutes.

That’s a long time to sit in a tight space without going anywhere.

The trick to being able to do this successfully depends on your carry-on luggage because there probably won’t be overhead storage space left for us clever stragglers. So, either bring small enough hand luggage that can fit under the seat in front of you or be prepared to “gate check” your roll aboard. The gate agent will check it through to your final destination at no charge. If you have a laptop or other device, put your meds or other valuables in its carrying case, remove that before the bag is checked and keep it with you. Put a luggage tag on it too.

Are you a tad large, slightly claustrophobic, long legged, or do you just wish for a little extra room? Consider upgrading to a premium coach seat. The standard U.S. airline seat is 17 inches wide with between 30-32 inches of legroom. The extra fee can be worth it on long flight. Choose a seat as close to the front of the plane as possible – or at least in front of the wing – for a quieter ride. Book an early morning flight too; there’s less turbulence (and the bonus of fewer cancellations).

Adjust the air vent so it is not blowing onto your head but right in front of your face instead. This helps keep germs away. Dress in layers so you can peel or add as needed. I always travel with a large wrap type scarf that can double as a shawl. Gentleman

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should have a button up sweater or front zip sweatshirt (for easy on and off). The air in the cabin is very dry. Have easy access to a small hand & face cream and lip balm.

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Do not wear flip flops, high heels, or flimsy sandals. Wear shoes you can run in - just in case of an emergency, but more likely, to sprint from a late arriving flight to your connection. Murphy’s law always kicks in here too. When this happens, the connecting flight is never one gate over; it’s always all the way at the other end of the airport. This I know for sure!

Snacks & Beverages How do you feel about spending $4 to $6 for a bottle of water or juice? Bring an empty reusable, plastic water bottle with you.

After you go through security fill it up at a water fountain. Many airports have nice bottle filling stations. It’s an environmentally friendly thing to do too.

Bring your favorite snacks from home. Load up the zip locks with nuts, cheese and crackers, granola bars, cut veggies, and your favorites. They will save you big bucks when you’re not tempted to make impulse purchases in the snack shops.

Many airports have wonderful restaurants – some of them offering local cuisine. Pull up the website for your departing and connecting airports to check out the list of venues and their menus. If it’s within your budget, plan to have a sit-down meal as part of your big adventure.

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Entertainment Larger planes have in-seat screens to watch movies and TV. Bring your own headphones. Some smaller planes have the same viewing options, but you’ll have to watch on your own device through the airline app. Make sure you bring your charger with a detachable USB cord. Some seats have a regular plug-in outlets, and others have a USB port. A few of the smaller planes and basic coach seats have no charging available. While you’re waiting at the gate, charge up there. If you have a Kindle or iPad, download a movie or two at home while you have access to the internet.

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This might seem like the simplest advice of all; if you like to do crossword puzzles or Sudoku in the airline magazine (always an interesting read), have a pen handy!

For a low-cost reading option, visit the local library before you trip and check out a book or two. If you have plenty of time after you go through security, peruse a bookstore for your next thriller.

Bonus Advice for a Long Layover Even if you are not an elite traveler, look into gaining access to a VIP lounge if you have a long layover. My granddaughter and I flew to Paraguay with a 7-hour connection in Argentina. We paid $50 each for a lounge day pass in the Buenos Aires airport. We ate breakfast, lunch, and snacks all day. We drank champagne in a luxurious ambiance, read the paper, and took showers and changed our clothes. We didn’t want to leave!

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR Roseanne Bottone is a regulatory compliance training instructor, former Peace Corps Volunteer, cancer survivor, grandmother, MBA, and freelance writer. She travels the country teaching business people about environmental and transportation safety regulations, and is a newspaper columnist.

She’s a homeowner in East Stroudsburg and lives with her daughter, grandchildren, two cats and a Rottweiler.

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