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SUMMER ANOTHER SEASON READY TO BEGIN WITH NEW GAMES, AMENITIES AND SHOWS HAWLEY, PA - The lawns are freshly obstacles to run, climb and swing through. trimmed, the grills are fired up, and there’s Located next to the skate complex, it is an undeniable migration of folks to the ideal for explorers age 5-12. lake in hopes of catching that perfect tan. It wouldn’t be summer at Woodloch Yup, we are definitely in full-on summer without fresh new “theme games” for mode. And whether it’s your first visit the whole family. For 2022, they are to the resort or you’ve lost count, an delighted to announce the return of lake incredible experience is headed your way games! Hot off the heels of our successful this season. March weekend, “The Survival Games” will bring physical and mental challenges With so many great amenities already in to the waterfront for all who dare try to tow, Woodloch is proud to announce the prove themselves worthy. grand opening of its all-new “Adventure Playground” attraction, featuring CON’T PG. 2
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SUMMER CON’T
Those who truly love rock & roll will be thrilled with Mondays this
summer. First up is “British Mania” carnival featuring games for all ages centered around famous rock bands from across the sea. The party continues with the nightly entertainment as “X-Treme Queen” brings the talent and theatrics of Freddie Mercury & Co. to center stage of the Night Club. House band “Nowhere Slow” will be bringing “Radio Woodloch” to the big stage Friday nights- look out for some staff cameos! Speaking of revivals, there will be a few here at the resort this summer as well! Wordsmiths rejoice- One of the favorite trivia games of yesteryear, SCRABBLE, will be back and better than ever. After a 3 year hiatus, everyone is happy to know that waterskiing will be returning back to the lake this summer! Those looking to flex their athletic prowess will certainly find sport in “MEGA TAG”- a combination of Capture The Flag, Steal The Bacon and Flag Football. This frantic 3 vs. 3 competition is almost as fun to watch as it is to play!
As with every year, guests can also look forward to completely new versions of Double Dare, Pool Games, Olympics and all of their favorite trivia games! Whether you are just looking to relax and enjoy Woodloch at your own pace or are ready for full-throttle adventure, they’ve got you covered this season.
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SPECIAL HALLOWEEN PREVIEW
WOODLOCH’S HAUNTED WALK ATTRACTION READIES ITSELF FOR SEASON Though the forests surrounding Woodloch are peaceful in daylight, the same can’t be said for evenings. Darkness, strange noises and commotions emerging from every corner and that feeling that someone (or something) is watching you make for an eerie experience. That’s why it’s a perfect location for some Halloween mischief! Woodloch is proud to announce that our now infamous Haunted Walks will be returning from the 2022 spooking season! “Our Haunted Hayrides first took off in 1996,” says Joey Ranner, Social Director. “We had limited props and sets, but a very enthusiastic cast of ghosts and ghouls.
Over the years, we’ve upped our game and I think we’ve put together something truly special for our guests.” Souls brave enough to chance the walk will be escorted up to our trail in the darkness. From there, they’ll be footing it through our labyrinth of horrors covering about a quarter-mile of non-stop scares. “Our goal is to make you uncomfortablewhether you fear the darkness, ghosts, monsters, creepy crawly critters, mirrors or tight spaces, we’ve got a little bit of everything,” says Joey. The experience will last about half an hour from start to stop, but trust us, that’s will be more than enough.
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SUMMER 2022 CONTEST ALERT We have to admit- we’ve got some pretty entertaining guests. And this summer, we’d like to reward you for it! We happily announce our #LochTok digital video competition! We are going to give each and every one of our guests not only the ability to have their creative videos shared with our ever-growing audience, but also the chance to win a Woodloch prize, including a 2-night stay for a family of 4!* Entering our contest has never been easier- simply film your video (abiding by our contest rules, of course), tag with #LochTok and upload to your preferred social media outlet! BOOM, you’re in! For more information, visit woodloch.com/LochTok
A TA S T E O F WOODLOCH THE WOODLOCH TIDDLY WINK INGREDIENTS: - Malibu Rum - Lemonade - Absolut Raspberry - Cranberry Juice - Lime wedges DIRECTIONS:
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Relive your favorite North Lodge memories with Woodloch’s staple drink! Fill glass with ice. Pour 1.25 oz of Malibu rum and 1.25 oz of Absolut Raspberry over cubes. Fill glass about 80% to the top with Lemonade and the rest with Cranberry Juice. Garnish with Lime Wedge and enjoy!
What & WHERE?! Think you really know Woodloch? We’re about to find out! Can you identify all of the following Woodloch objects and their locations?
editorial Summer is back again. To me, that’s always meant two really big things: an early summer vacation (we take what we can get in the hospitality biz) and of course, a plethora of blockbuster movies headed their way to the local multiplex. 2020 saw fit to change almost everything we knew about the movie industry. It saw our favorite theaters shut down completely, with big-time movies even being released straight to streaming services. Animated movies, superhero films, horror flicks and everything else you can imagine was available to us immediately, and none of us even had to leave the comfort of our own homes. One could certainly argue that this new business model trumped the old approach in almost every single wayyou had the comfort of your own home, an unlimited supply of snacks in the fridge, the ability to pause for a stretch or bathroom break, and absolute privacy from the distraction of other theater goers. And don’t even get me started on the costs of it all. With the advancing technology in home theater setups, I’d be lying if I told you it
wasn’t something I am a proponent of myself. Most of the time. Truth be told, to me, there still isn’t anything quite like the movie theater experience. From start to finish, it’s something that is still quite special in my life. All of it starts with the planning- will it be a night out with friends? Date night? Simply looking to relax after a long week? Whatever the reason, a string of texts and calls converge in meeting at the theater. Next, the lobby. Bright lights, cardboard displays and of course that wonderful snack bar are just a prelude to the fun about to begin. It doesn’t matter if it’s overpriced- everyone’s a sucker for the lovely aroma of fresh hot buttered popcorn. Moments later, we’re in our seats (some of which have come a long way and even recline!) and watching a sizzle reel of upcoming trailers, of course followed by showtime itself. Pick the right theater, and you’ve got yourself surround sound and a gigantic screen to fully immerse yourself
in entertainment bliss. Collective audience reaction enhance all the big reveals and twists- imagine (or even remeber) being there in the flesh with fellow nerds as we discovered Darth Vader as Luke’s father! We’re all on the roller coaster, together. For 2 hours or so, we can let go of our worries and cares and (hopefully) just be entertained. My experiences are always followed up with roundtable critiques in both the theater exit and the long ride home, usually with the people I love most in the world. THAT is the theater experience. The point is, despite some shortcomings, I don’t want to see movie theaters go the way of the dodo, like roller skating rinks and discos. To me, they are just too culturally important to go away. Technology often provides flashy and more streamlined solutions, but we have to ask, is it always better? As I get older with more and more responsibilities (ugh), I don’t get to go out as much as I’d like to. But perhaps that’s why every visit to the cinema can become a treasured experience for me. -Ed
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Critic’s Corner Our regular review of family classics for a new generation
BIG (1988)
COOL BEANS!
Tom Hanks, Elizabeth Perkins
Coffee drinkers will like this... “a latte.”
The grass is always greener on the other side, isn’t it? That timeless addage is at the heart of Big, starring a then-32 year old Tom Hanks.
Coffee enthusiasts of any sort have no doubt made their way to our Gigi’s Coffee Shop. One can procure deliciously crafted beverages including lattes, espressos, “mudslides” or just a good ol’ fashioned cup of Joe.
The film begins with a frustrated 12 year old Josh Baskins wishing he was a little bit taller. Stumbling upon a mystical genie at a carnival, he gets just that: the next morning, he awakens as a fully grown adult man (Hanks). Terrified by the sudden change, he runs away from home and heads to New York City to track down another “Zoltar” genie and hopefully sort things out.
What you might not know right off the bat is that all of our beans are roasted just down the road in Honesedale at “Black & Brass.” Founded in 2016, Black & Brass has quickly grown to include multiple locations in our area, as well as supplying local restaurants, ice cream shops, grocery stores and cafes with their product.
He gets a job in the meantime as a clerk at a toy company as he adjusts to the difficulty of suddenly taking on life as a grownup. It’s not long before his child-like ways make him an unexpected rising star at Macmillen Toys. His outlooks earn him a huge promotion, lots of money and he even manages to meet his first love interest (Perkins). Josh soon learns that being an adults isn’t all it’s cracked up to be, facing office challenges and longing for family. The film isn’t anything revolutionary, nor does it try to be- at its heart, it’s simply a classic “fish out of water” story. Tom Hanks absolutely shines as an adolescent trapped in the body of a grown man- it even earned him a nomination for “Best Actor” from the Academy. The jokes and slapstick humor make for plenty of memorable scenes. Despite the film being 30+ years old, it has aged remarkably well. It has been said “it is a happy talent to know how to play”- the F.A.O Schwartz piano scene is the film’s best. The movie’s central thesis is one that both youth and adults should take to heart- don’t grow up too fast, and never let go of the spirit of your inner child.”
Critic’s Grade: B+
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Each bean is roasted fresh displaying a wide variety of flavors from countries all over the world, and the blend used for all of our beverages is exclusive to our resort! They craft custom and exclusive blends for our clients with varieties ranging from light to dark, sweet to savory, creating a uniqueness and complexity that is full of diverse body and flavor. Be sure to sample these international delights, and maybe even score some beans for the road!
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Down memory lane... treasured tales of yesteryear
was our famous waterski stunt spectacular featuring our staff and Kiesendahl kids themselves. Imagine skiing in formation with 4 othersFor one, entertainment has not the easiest of tasks! certainly shifted gears over the years. Though we now The North Lodge was always have a beautiful 600 seat a hotspot for entertainment nightclub, there were simpler after sundown. Comedians, times featuring much more bands and even our early staff show made that tiny stage humble stages! seem huge- our Theme Show Back in the day, all sorts of even made its debut there in wonderful entertainment 1979. happened right on the shores of Lake Teedyuskung itself. As Woodloch grew, so did Hula shows, dancing gals our need for a true theater. In and good ol’ fashioned 1987, the Heritage Club was square dancing made for finally constructed and the wonderful memories for our rest as they say, is history. early guests. But what great memories we Not to be outdone, perhaps the made with you along the way! highlight of lake festivities When you think about it, a lot around here has changed in what feels like a blink of an eye.
Ask a K!
Honest answers to the hard-hitting questions
What is your personal favorite meal to enjoy at Woodloch? For breakfast, it’s our new Acai Bowl!!! Lunch goes to the Beef Short Rib Tacos. And with dinner, I’ll go with the Filet of Salmon. So hard to choose! What is the key to keeping “a tradition of excellence” alive and well in 2022? In short, it’s about focusing on our team – our staff make it happen each and every day!
BOB “BK”
What has been the most rewarding aspect of chairing Hope Cures? Knowing that the Hope Cures effort is helping to make a difference in the fight against cancer via the research we are funding. There has been a tre-
mendous amount of progress over the past 23 years since my personal battle. There is more work to be done, but I am optimistic that in our life time there will be cure for cancer.
What is your favorite hole to golf at Woodloch Springs? #13 because of the beautiful view. Plus, it’s a straight shot- unfortunately, it still doesn’t help my game! Let’s settle it- what Kiesendahl is the best water skiier? Me- end of discussion. :) Have a question? Send it our way! Message our Facebook page and you might make a future issue!
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Farm to Table: A truly “back to nature” dining experience awaits patrons at TREE restaurant at the Lodge at Woodloch, a Destination Spa. Ingredients incorporated into so many of their beautiful dishes are grown only a few hundred feet away from the hotel complex at Blackmore Farm and Orchard. The complex, maintained year-round, includes greenhouses, a vegetable garden, orchard, composting operation, mushroom logs, and high tunnels. Blackmore even keeps their own bees for pollunation purposes around the sprawling Lodge campus and of course, honey. Their farmers believe in a philosophy of giving back to the environment first before ever receiving its bounty. They feed everything- from the soil’s microbes and earthworms, to the bees and butterflies, all the way up to the birds, deer, and yes, humans too. Their gardening philosophy and the ecology it has helped create is open to spa guests to explore, all day, every day.
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How The Lodge at Woodloch provides the freshest ingredients for diners More and more, guests want to know exactly where their food is coming from and how it is getting to their table. Together with their farm, farming practices and relationships with other local farms, guests have never been closer to their food sources. Our guests realize that, along with fitness activities and spa treatments, wellness is not just WHAT you put into their body but also how it gets there. Additionally, the garden provides farm-to-massage table healing herbs and flowers for select spa treatments. Items such as rosemary, lavender, and calendula have abundant healing qualities and are grown with care each year. The staff even provides Lodge guests with gardening classes. Put it all together, patrons can even book a Garden dinner outdoor event where everything comes full circle with a delcious meal shared with friends, in the very garden where it all started.
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