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Season 5, Episode 6 - A state park for all the senses including disc golf, boating, fishing, mountain biking and hiking at Prompton State Park.

Prompton is intermixed with U.S. Army Corps and a massive flood control dam, the reservoir is a scenic lake fed by the west branch of the Lackawaxen River and hiking trails surround it weaving up to waterfalls and to places that inspire nature authors. Jim played some disc golf with friend Dan Corrigan of Northeast Wilderness Experience, sat with author John Harvey and hiked with the Park Manager Lee Dillon on the 3rd part of our series Exploring State Parks in the Poconos.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PoconoMountains.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or watch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pocono Television Network⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ streaming live 24/7.

Season 5, Episode 5 (Flashback to S2E3) - It is spring and it is once again time to be vigilant when it comes to the outdoors and ticks. Learn about the amazing program in place at ⁠East Stroudsburg University⁠ that handles testing of those ticks. Brianna Strunk sat down at the campus of East Stroudsburg with the people who make the ⁠Pennsylvania Tick Testing Laboratory⁠ function as a resource for everyone in the Poconos and beyond.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on ⁠PoconoMountains.com⁠ or watch ⁠Pocono Television Network⁠ streaming live 24/7.

Season 4, Episode 38 - We've shared our adventures on thePocono Beverage Trail over the years at breweries, distilleries and wineries and one of those wineries is home to not just one married couple (the owners, Rob and Christine) but a second one soon, brand ambassadors Adam and Sarah. The couple met before working together atThree Hammers Winery in Hawley and their love has blossomed there with nuptials planned later this year. Enjoy this listen to theirlove stories in the Poconos.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PoconoMountains.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or watch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pocono Television Network⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ streaming live 24/7.

Season 3, Episode 9 - The Pocono Mountains is home to so many different trails. Some are in the state or national parks and wind along ridges, through forests and alongside bodies of water. Some cut right through towns and connect the communities in more ways than one. And that’s exactly what has happened along the Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor. The D&L Trail, as it’s affectionately known, is a huge draw to the Poconos and has breathed new life into coal towns along its expanse helping to grow the outdoor economy. George Roberts Productions partnered with PTN on a three part series about the trail - here is part 1.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 3, Episode 8 - Our region is home to many entrepreneurs, from the hospitality side of things, we highlight them at just about every turn here on the podcast. Also – there are makers, creative individuals who use their hands, their tools and their minds to develop projects and notable products that make our Poconos as unique as it is! We’ll introduce you to Brittany with Goods and Grain who has outgrown her home workshop and moved into a new location – helping to create signs and other projects that can be seen across the area. 

Plus, we'll meet Hassan Abdel Moneim who heads up Mount Airy Casino Resort. PTN’s Christina Luna introduces us to the Vice President of Resort Operations to hear more about his background and what makes the classic Poconos property so special.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine: Brianna shows us the progress underway with Great Wolf Lodge's major expansion, then escapes in more ways than one at Trap Door Immersive Experiences and Madness Distillery. Jim previews the Lost Highway Motorcycle Show & Concert at the recently-opened Poconos Park entertainment venue, then visits Goods & Grain to see how this small business leaves its creative mark across the Poconos. Plus, Deanna gets zen while showing us all the health and wellness services available at Opal's on Fifth. Then, George & Connie Roberts of George Roberts Productions share part one of a three part series from the scenic D&L Trail.

Season 3, Episode 7 - Bar Louis at the Hotel Fauchere is an absolute treat. Just like a lot of other amazing culinary experiences in the Pocono Mountains. Foodies of all kinds can enjoy what this Milford treat has to offer. It’s a new take on the same hip Bar Louis, new menu, cocktail menu too, and seating area upgrades too. But the iconic image of Andy Warhol and John Lennon remains right behind the bar. Jim talks with Steve Rosado whose family owns and operates the Fauchere, Bar Louis and other properties under the Milford Hospitality Group umbrella.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 3, Episode 6 - Madness Distillery & Tasting Rooms source spirits from all over the world for patients and guests to test. The location in Bartonsville is part of the Immersive Experience business called Trap Door. The owner’s idea to provide escape room participants with a celebratory adult beverage after their experiences led to the distillery that’s just a tad… mad. Brianna Strunk has the discussion.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 3, Episode 5 - We’re talking all about the Earth and what comes from it! This weekend is Earth Day – a perfect opportunity to help Pick Up the Poconos and remember to leave no trace. Hundreds of volunteers will head out to pick litter and make our roadways, public spaces and more clean and green. Speaking of green, this weekend is also the first time Pocono 420 – The Pennsylvania Cannabis Festival will be held at Pocono Raceway. The two day festival brings out hundreds of vendors and thousands of people who share in celebrating the unofficial holiday 4-20 together and one business in the Poconos is a big advocate for education around cannabis and locally sourcing its CBD as well: Homegrown Cannabis Shop & Lounge.  

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 3, Episode 4 - Wayne County has a long history of dairy farming, supporting the local food scene with farm fresh produce and more. Pocono Television Network launched a three part series on farming in the Northern Poconos, three Pocono Perspectives at three farms in Wayne County, part of the Agrolegacy of the region. Chris Barrett wanted to learn more about the importance of farms and farmers in the Poconos and visited three farms in Wayne County. The third – Highland Farm in the Milanville area – is a dairy farm. The Bryant family has turned that milk into award-winning cheeses at Calkins Creamery.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine: Brianna has an update on how tourism continues giving back in the Poconos by way of Mount Airy Casino Resort, stops by a longtime candy destination (Callie's Candy Kitchen) just in time for Easter, then visits Country Junction - The World's Largest General Store, a great place for some rainy day fun! Jim takes his daughter on a VIP experience at Kalahari which has new kiosks at check-in, and experiences the new Bar Louis and its menu in Milford. Plus, Deanna sees how farm fresh ingredients at Pocono Organics go into the culinary creations of Chef Lindsay, while Chris stops by a dairy farm (Highland Farm/Calkins Creamery) with award-winning cheeses in Wayne County in our three-part Pocono Perspectives series featuring local agriculture.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 3, Episode 3 (Flashback to S2E3) - It is now spring and with it will come warmer weather thankfully! While there is plenty to enjoy, there is also a word of caution to residents and visitors alike to be vigilant when it comes to the outdoors and ticks. Learn about the amazing program in place at East Stroudsburg University that handles testing of those ticks. Brianna Strunk sat down at the campus of East Stroudsburg with the people who make the Pennsylvania Tick Testing Laboratory function as a resource for everyone in the Poconos and beyond.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 3, Episode 2 - Pocono Television Network has been around since 2018. Jim and Brianna were fortunate enough to join in 2019 and Chris has always headed up the hosting and added a new co-host in 2022, Deanna Fontanez. Deanna is no stranger to the Poconos. In fact, she dreamt of being a host of a travel show when she grew up. We caught up with Deanna after a shoot for the April episode of Pocono Mountains Magazine at Pocono Organics.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

This month on ⁠Pocono Mountains Magazine⁠: learn how Blue Mountain is leading the way in snowmaking technology with 500+ snow guns and a dedicated crew of snowmakers then take an exhilarating ride down Camelback's snow tubing lanes with Bri & Dee. Get inspired as you step inside The Artist Studio Loft, a creative vacation rental made for artists, by artists, then meet the couples uncorking love at Three Hammers Winery and Milford Wine & Cheese Co. Find out what’s new and exciting in dining at Kalahari Resorts and Conventions and explore Pocono Mountain Maple, PA's largest organic maple farm, which offers a unique tasting experience and seasonal maple tours. Discover the benefits of self care at Alchemy Lounge where holistic treatments will help you find balance and enhance your well-being. It's awards season! Celebrate the numerous Pocono Mountains businesses which have received local and national recognition for everything from hospitality and service to craft beer and marketing. Catch the latest Pocono Perspectives with Trip Ruvane and Stephanie Rath from Barley Creek Brewing Company as they share their experiences in the hospitality industry.

Season 3, Episode 1 - Wayne County has a long history of dairy farming, supporting the local food scene with farm fresh produce and more. Pocono Television Network launched a three part series on farming in the Northern Poconos, three Pocono Perspectives at three farms in Wayne County, part of the Agrolegacy of the region. Chris Barrett wanted to learn more about the importance of farms and farmers in the Poconos and visited three farms in Wayne County. The second – Bialecki Farms in the Lakewood area – is a hydroponic farm. Stan and Amy Bialecki spent time sharing what farming and agriculture mean to them, their community and the Poconos.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine: Brianna showcases the big changes in store for the newly-renamed Pocono Premium Outlets, gets creative at Main Street Makery, then visits Siamsa Irish Pub, re-opened just in time for St. Patrick's Day. Jim tours the largest maple farm in PA, Pocono Mountain Maple/Lake Russell Maple, checks out what's on the menu at Macaluso's near Jim Thorpe, and shares details about the Pick Up the Poconos Clean Up on Saturday, April 22. Plus, Deanna Fontanez takes aim at Archery Addictions and Sunset Hill Shooting Range, while Chris stops by Bialecki Farms in Wayne County in our three-part Pocono Perspectives series featuring local agriculture.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 2, Episode 38 - This month is one of rebirth with spring’s arrival, celebrations of Irish heritage and more. And there’s a combination of the two with the reopening of Siamsa Irish Pub in downtown Stroudsburg just in time for the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 19th.

Siamsa is a staple in the Poconos for its traditional Irish fare and Guinness on tap and bounced back from some water damage when a pipe burst around the holidays and is now ready for its equivalent of Super Bowl Sunday – with the parade in mid March.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 2, Episode 37 - With spring right around the corner, winter is releasing its grip and that means cool nights, warm days that make the sap flow from the maple trees all across the Poconos. There are many ways you can experience the flavors of maple syrup produced right here in the Pocono Mountains and one of the locations, a sprawling maple farm – the biggest in the state – hosted us for an upcoming segment on Pocono Mountains Magazine for March. Pocono Mountain Maple – at Lake Russell in the Newfoundland area. 

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 2, Episode 36 - Wayne County has a long history of dairy farming, supporting the local food scene with farm fresh produce and more. Pocono Television Network launched a three part series on farming in the Northern Poconos, three Pocono Perspectives at three farms in Wayne County, part of the Agrolegacy of the region. Chris Barrett wanted to learn more about the importance of farms and farmers in the Poconos and visited three farms in Wayne County. The first – Robinson Family Farm in the Waymart area is a 5th generation farm and farmer Zach Jones spent time sharing what farming and agriculture mean to him, his family and the Poconos. 

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine: Brianna shows what a day in Delaware Water Gap is all about, gets to know Picturesque Luxury Picnics, and shares an update on how the Pocono Mountains Community Grant impacts all who live, work, and play in the region. Jim heads out on the Delaware River for an eagle watch bus tour, finds out how a new culinary experience - Barrel & Table - pairs nicely with Three Hammers Winery, and explores the expansive and unique Art Factory of White Mills. Plus, Deanna checks out the spa scene in the Poconos, while Chris kicks off a series of Pocono Perspectives featuring farms in Wayne County.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 2, Episode 35 - With so much to do even in winter here in the Poconos, we are blessed to have some great enclaves of art across the region. Our historic downtowns have galleries and artists’ studios, public art galore and in part of Wayne County there is an entire factory dedicated to it!

Well – it doesn’t manufacture art – but the Art Factory is a one-stop shop for more than 1000 pieces of art from dozens of artists, many of them from the Poconos! Meet the owners of the Art Factory of White Mills.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 2, Episode 34 - It's mid-winter here in the Poconos and we have a ton of fun outdoor activities from hitting the slopes at 6 ski resorts with snow tubing at each of them too! Plus, plenty of dining spots offer globe experiences so you can be outside but comfortable while you sample the delicious meals and beverages across the Poconos but one experience is different altogether: Picturesque Luxury Picnics and this time, they go indoors.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 2, Episode 33 - The Poconos is made up of four counties: Wayne, Carbon, Monroe and Pike. Pike County borders New York and New Jersey as well as the National Parks of the Delaware Water Gap and Upper Delaware plus Lake Wallenpaupack. Its county seat is the charming, historic town of Milford. One of the people who know Milford and Pike County best, is County Commissioner Matt Osterberg and our Chris Barrett sat down with him at the Milford Community House. 

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 2, Episode 32 - 2023 is off and running and the Poconos is the perfect place to venture out on the slopes, in the brew pubs along the Pocono Beverage Trail or settle into a spa or a charming downtown! We have it all! Over the years, we have seen more and more of those aforementioned breweries that’s why the beverage trail has a digital passport at PoconoBeverageTrail.com where you can check in at different spots and score gear including a snazzy hat I got to model at Barley Creek and Log Tavern brewing companies for the January Pocono Mountains Magazine.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 4, Episode 37 - The Pocono Mountains has long been a pioneer in snowmaking from the early days at Big Boulder to today where the biggest and most advanced operation is at Blue Mountain Resort in Palmerton. The crews there have been cranking out the white stuff full bore this winter with some very cold temperatures (they needed that) and a large investment in the technology that makes the mountain one of the industry leaders. The resort has 40 trails open, which is such a testament to the work behind the scenes to make snow even when Mother Nature doesn't provide it!

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PoconoMountains.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or watch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pocono Television Network⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ streaming live 24/7.

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine:

Jim introduces the new Ski Text feature available this season at several Pocono ski resorts, including Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, and showcases the new gear you can score on the Pocono Beverage Trail, with stops at Log Tavern Brewing and Barley Creek Brewing Company. Brianna lands the story of the U.S. Navy Blue Angels coming to The Great Pocono Raceway Airshow Memorial Day Weekend of 2023, then stops by two salt caves, Northern Light Counseling & Salt Cave and Crystal Garden Metaphysical & Salt Cave, for unique wellness experiences.

Plus, Deanna Fontanez has a look at Pocono ski history over the years while Chris Barrett serves up the story of the Dimmick Inn in Milford and a history lesson with Pike County Commissioner Matt Osterberg.

Season 2, Episode 31 - Rounding out 2022, we're going to share a story of a cafe that's been around since the late 1980's in Milford - The Waterwheel Cafe, Bakery & Bar. Listen as the owner explains how they have managed to keep churning out good food and memorable experiences all these year. Plus, an update on the Jam Room Brewing Company now open at its new location!

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 2, Episode 30 - Ski season is back! All six resorts are open in the Pocono Mountains and all of them have new upgrades this season, four added new chairlifts! In this episode we chat with Molly at Camelback and Trent at Jack Frost - Big Boulder about the new chairlifts installed this season at their resorts. Head to PoconoSki.com for all you need to know on the slopes this year!

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 2, Episode 29 - The Poconos lost someone recently who had a major impact on our region, having served for four decades as the executive director of the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau. He went by several names, Mr. U, Mr Pocono, Bob Uguccioni.

Mr. U was 87 when he passed away in November of this year. He leaves behind a legacy of hospitality, helping to navigate the changes in the tourism industry and our Pocono Mountains. He loved the Poconos – and based on the outpouring of love for him at a memorial service recently, the people of the Poconos loved him. He leaves behind family and friends who will carry on his tradition of promoting the Poconos.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine

Jim unveils big upgrades at ski resorts across the Poconos, including Camelback Mountain, Blue Mountain Resort, Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain, Jack Frost Mountain, Big Boulder Ski Area, and Shawnee Mountain Ski Area. He also shares a new tourism survey, looks at how charities are geared up for giving, and spotlights two local small businesses, Waterwheel Cafe and Gorgeous Floral. Brianna visits the acclaimed gingerbread house at Skytop Lodge, finds a tree for the season at Yenser's Christmas Tree Farm, introduces us to the new Snowmen of Stroudsburg, and shares a history lesson about ice harvesting on Pocono lakes and ponds.

Season 2, Episode 28 - Have you had a jump start on your holiday shopping? We have some great ideas throughout the Poconos… shops that specialize in gifts of all kinds for the season. This episode we’re going to meet the women behind Gather in Honesdale and Gorgeous Floral in Hawley.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 2, Episode 27 - The holidays are here and the Poconos is the perfect place to spend them and your hard-earned dollars at small businesses across the four-county region. This weekend marks Small Business Saturday when our retailers and hard working business owners and their employees look to make the season warm and bright for so many gift givers. Listen in on a conversation with Lauren Chamberlain of Asparagus Sunshine about what makes small business tick!

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 2, Episode 26 - It’s the season of giving thanks and no time could be more appropriate to talk about the gratitude the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau has for its 500+ members. That is a lot of members across all four counties including hotels, restaurants, mom and pop shops, attractions and for an organization that’s been around for the better part of a century, it’s a testament to the team. On this episode, we meet one of the instrumental people on that membership team and broader Pocono Proud team player – Marlyn Kissner.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine

Jim shares a salute to small business with visits to Gather and Asparagus Sunshine, gets a history lesson on the Lenape at the Columns Museum in Milford and plays some pickleball at the newest indoor courts at Dropshots Pickleball. Brianna gets the full Lehighton experience, shares the story of reinstating Jim Thorpe’s Olympic gold medals, and gets a relaxing stay at Magnolia Inn and Wellness Center. Plus, Chris sits down with law enforcement in the Poconos to learn more about recruitment.

Season 2, Episode 25 - Our region is made up for four counties, plus numerous boroughs and townships, homeowners associations and miles and miles of roads. That’s a lot of territory to cover and public safety is always a big part of making living here or visiting here a good experience. Various police departments serve our Pocono communities across the region and lately the need for women and men to wear the uniform and patrol the Poconos has grown greater. Chris Barrett and panelists discuss how you can choose a career in law enforcement in the Poconos.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 4, Episode 36 - We've shared over the years all the great places and features across the region that make the Poconos so special - but one thing that we have as a major source of pride is our people. The folks on the frontlines of the hospitality industry who welcome, serve, and give of themselves day in, day out. One employee in particular stood out in 2024 more than all the others: Eider Prados at Camelback Resort. We featured Prados in our January Pocono Mountains Magazine after he took home the Hospitality Worker of the Year Award!

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PoconoMountains.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or watch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pocono Television Network⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ streaming live 24/7.

Season 2, Flashback - A flashback to Season 1, Episode 30 - Halloween is a great time to experience some frightening fun in the Poconos! From the Candle Shoppe of the Poconos which has a haunted past, to Hotel of Horror and the Old Jail Museum in Jim Thorpe as well as Pocono Axe Works and Trapdoor Escape Rooms, there is no shortage of October haunts to visit!

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 2, Episode 24 - We are heading into the season of giving thanks and November marks Native American Heritage Month. "Pocono" is itself a Native American term meaning "stream between two peaks" referring to the Delaware Water Gap. The Columns Museum is where you can learn about so much history in Pike County, Milford and even including the assassination of President Lincoln plus, the Lenape exhibit which has been in place for one year now and helps tell the story of the original people of the region.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 2, Episode 23 - It is apparent how much tourism plays an integral role in the Pocono region; employing thousands, providing for a state and local tax base plus drawing roughly 30 million people per year it has a major impact on daily lives. And often, it may go overlooked just how much the industry, its business owners and dedicated employees give back to the Poconos. We have four counties and we have stories from all four (Monroe, Carbon, Wayne & Pike) on how Tourism Gives Back. Plus a listen on how the Greater Pike Community Foundation has been giving back as well for an entire decade. 

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine:

Giving back is a key part of being in Pocono tourism from charity causes to community support PTN has the story from all four counties.

Brianna hops the Pocono Pony for its new ride-hailing service and weighs the impact of Pick Up the Poconos in the region.

Jim experiences Lacawac Sanctuary from a both historic and scientific perspective and features two winners of PA Route 6 awards: Lackawaxen River Trails & Lisa the Maker.

Season 2, Episode 23 - A flashback to Season 1, Episode 28 - Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated each year in the Poconos and Jim Hamill introduces us to those with FLETCHA and Christina Luna visits Latin Fest and Inti Cuisine.  

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 2,400 square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 2, Episode 22 - This weekend marks the 5th annual Pick Up the Poconos Day across the four counties including Wayne and Pike counties where volunteers with the grassroots group Keep Hawley Honesdale Beautiful have been getting the job done cleaning area roadways of countless bags of litter. Jim chats with the catalyst behind the KHHB efforts, Michael Coppola, who saw a need and jumped into action.

Let's Leave No Trace - get involved and help Pick Up the Poconos this weekend and everyday. Pick Up the Poconos Day is Sept. 24, 2022 and you can learn more at PickUpThePoconos.com

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 2, Episode 21 - Lacawac Sanctuary is 550 pristine acres including a glacial lake and nine miles of hiking trails located a stone’s throw from Lake Wallenpaupack. PTN caught up with Craig Lukatch inside the historic Watres Lodge which is regarded as the first of the original Pocono Mountain vacation homes.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Brianna takes a tour of Pocono Mountain Harley-Davidson and takes her first ride, introduces us to students who received PMVB scholarships this year, visits Blissful Existence Healing Acres and its healing horses, plus explores historic Jim Thorpe's walking tour. Jim introduces us to the people of Hawley who are #PoconoProud of their hometown, shares stories of the future farmers of Wayne County from the fair, takes a look at Jam Room Brewing Company's newly-opened location on the Pocono Beverage Trail and talks with local experts about the fall foliage season ahead and how you can experience it!

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 2, Episode 20 - We are making a final salute to summer in the Poconos on this episode with camping at Camptel Poconos, zip lining at Camelback Resort and sleeping away at summer camp including International Sports Training Camp, plus a final dose of lake life on Lake Wallenpaupack!

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 2, Episode 19 - Flashback to five properties in the Pocono Mountains with the distinguished honor of being AAA Four Diamond-rated properties including French Manor Inn & Spa, Skytop Lodge, The Lodge at Woodloch, Hotel Fauchère and Mount Airy Casino Resort. Each has a long history of providing refined and distinctive experiences for guests.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Season 4, Episode 35 - Celebrating Dry January in this new year and a popular way to start off 2025 is with a break from alcohol. Sure, we have lots of options for those who want locally brewed beers, poured wines and spirits on the Pocono Beverage Trail but there are plenty of ways our restaurants are serving up mocktails for January and throughout the year!

Brianna Strunk joined three locations in the Poconos with mocktails on the menu and had a longer conversation for the podcast with Eric Noone at The Frogtown Chophouse.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PoconoMountains.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or watch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pocono Television Network⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ streaming live 24/7.

Season 2, Episode 18 - It may only be August but, next month, we arrive at the fall season and the crisp, vibrant colors will start to appear across the Poconos. Fall foliage will be on full display and again this year, the Pocono Mountains is in the running for USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Best Destination for Fall Foliage. Voting is open now and you can vote once per day for the Poconos with the last day for votes September 12th. 

Jim Hamill talks with a state forester, photographer and excursion manager of a train line in the Poconos for the upcoming September Pocono Mountains Magazine.

Also enjoy flashbacks to the Stourbridge Line and Pocono Helitours. 

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine: Jim highlights the big expansion at Great Wolf Lodge (hint: more lodging and slides!), experiences Dream on the Farm from the performing arts group Farm Arts Collective, and takes on two more signature golf holes at the historic Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort and Split Rock Golf Club. Brianna checks out the new glamping spot Camptel Poconos, boards Pocono Historic Trolley Tour at its new home at The Castle Inn for a ride through Delaware Water Gap, tours St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Jim Thorpe and recounts the historic survival story of a cabin that withstood the floodwaters in 1955, plus shares the goals of the Pocono Mountains Community Food Fest Fundraiser in September.

Season 2, Episode 17 - Nonprofits are a big part of the Pocono Mountains and there is one big way everyone can help give a helping hand to those in need during an event in September. The Pocono Mountains Community Fundraiser set for September 14th at Mount Airy Casino Resort. The fundraiser got its start in 2004 and has become ever-more important to the charities that help so many in the Pocono Mountains every day.

The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it’s the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.