Pocono Mountains Podcast

Season 4, Episode 28 - Restaurant Week returns for November 17th to the 22nd at more than 40 great spots across the region! In this episode we get to take a journey on the Spice Route with Kailash at his amazing restaurant in Bartonsville. Spice Route in Bartonsville is offering a four course prefix menu for just $37 plus taxes but the place with a wide variety of Indian, pan Asian & Thai offers so much more.

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.

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine join us for a musical journey through the Poconos as we highlight the region's rich tapestry of talented artists featured on Pocono Showcase. Headlining the episode is Christian Porter from Stroudsburg, a seasoned musician who took the stage on "The Voice" in 2012 and continues to enchant audiences at venues like The Sherman Theater. Sol Katana from East Stroudsburg blends Latin and American music into a genre he calls "Latin Space Funk," while Nancy and Spencer Reed share their fascinating story from meeting in NYC in the 1970s to settling in the Poconos and playing alongside jazz icons at the Deer Head Inn. The haunting voice and storytelling prowess of Kunkletown native Elizabeth Gillen shine during performances at Skytop Lodge and local wineries, and Jesse Bardwell and the Noble Brothers share their unique blend of local pride and musical skill. The Cramer Brothers delve into their country roots during an intimate interview, and the duo Roots and Blue Stone offers a sneak peek into their experimental fusion of reggae, blues, and rock, just one example of the eclectic soundscapes born from our vibrant region. Pocono Showcase is a collaboration between BRCTV and PTN hosted by radio legend Gary Cee. Keep an eye out for future episodes!

Season 4, Episode 27 - Fresh off the first Taste of the Poconos Restaurant Week back in April this year we’re going back for seconds! Restaurant Week returns for November 17th- 22nd at more than 40 great spots across the region! Special menus. Deals. And yes, I got to belly up to the bar and the table at a couple great participating locations – the first one, RAW Urban Winery in downtown Stroudsburg.

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 4, Episode 26 - Jim joined a crew from the Bureau of Forestry to climb into the fire tower at Big Pocono State Park and learn about fire management back before modern technology and today. A different kind of Pocono Mountains Podcast with a state forester in his own words.

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 4, Episode 25 - It has been six years and some months since George W. Childs Park has been open to the public. A couple weeks ago, the favorite of so many locals and visitors reopened after the National Park Service worked to restore the park’s trails and platforms following a destructive winter storm in 2018.

The newly updated Childs Park is even more accessible protecting nature and giving folks a whole new way to experience the waterfalls and beauty that surrounds visitors.

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.

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine...check out the town of Delaware Water Gap's music scene by stepping inside the legendary Deer Head Inn, the oldest continuously running jazz club in the country. Just in time for Halloween, learn about the connection between the historic Harry Packer Mansion Inn in Jim Thorpe and Disney World's Haunted Mansion, plus join Bri & Dee for a tour of the Hotel of Horror, a 200-year-old resort turned walk-through seasonal attraction. Spoiler alert: live actors aren't the only ones inhabiting these rooms! Discover two new Pocono trails including a new river launch along the Lackawaxen River Trails in Honesdale and a new public art installation in Equinunk, part of the Wayne County Arts Alliance and Creative Communities Art Trail project. Explore an exquisite display of antiques, art, and history paired with a unique private dining experience at Der Jaeger in Lakeville then go down the rabbit hole for an immersive escape room experience unlike any other at Wonderland Madhouse and the on-site Madness Distillery located at the Pocono Premium Outlets in Tannersville. Find out what's new on the Pocono Beverage Trail like a new taproom in Tafton for Log Tavern Brewing, a new gift shop at Here & Now Brewing and a new game parlor and patio at Runaway Train Brewery. Try a “trails and ales adventure” that’s great in any season with a hiking trek combined with a stop at Bright Path Brewing. Finally, pay a visit to the newly-updated Moka Origins chocolate and coffee factory to find out about their public tours and sweet experiences.

Season 4, Episode 24 - For generations, the Pocono Mountains has set the standard for getaways to family resorts, lakeside cabins, seasonal attractions and so much more. A few months back, our industry came together at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions for a summit to celebrate the magic of hospitality. The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau and its members and partners shared insights as well as a collaborative spirit.

The Pocono Mountains Tourism Day Summit was held back in May with a keynote speaker who was dynamic – but one of the more insightful moments was a discussion between industry peers. The kind of folks who are leading various resorts and hospitality businesses. Each brings unique points of view from their experience and love for the hospitality industry.

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 4, Episode 23 - We have shared before the efforts to develop trails along the Lackawaxen River in Wayne and Pike counties and now, that is a reality. A third public access has been created, this time in a magnificent way in Honesdale taking a rundown, condemned property and transforming it into a river park and access for all abilities. Sycamore Point Park is being finished as we speak with a restroom, picnic tables, ADA parking and more plus that river boat launch where paddlers can put in then take out down river in White Mills or Hawley.

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 4, Episode 22 - Art and artists don’t just reside in museums, galleries and studios in the Pocono Mountains. Now, the Creative Communities Art Trail in Wayne County is bringing the art outdoors and onto the map for travelers, locals and more. The concept is to create points of interest along Route 191 north and south of Honesdale and establish sites to visit which serve as sources of pride for each community. This last weekend, dozens celebrated the dedication of Equinunk’s stop along the Creative Communities Art Trail. It’s at the Equinunk Historical Society along 191 north of Honesdale, a community steeped in history yes, but also with an artistic tale to tell.

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Season 4, Episode 21 - For years, trains have been departing and pulling into the train station in Jim Thorpe thanks to the effort and determination of Andy Muller and his team at Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway. In every season, the train has drawn large amounts of adventurers to our area to experience the Lehigh River corridor, and the quaint, charming town of Jim Thorpe and Andy sat down with our Chris Barrett for a Pocono Perspectives recently on Pocono Mountains Magazine.

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.

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine:

Explore the scenic back roads with Bri & Dee for their latest adventure together with Pocono Slingshot Rentals, a perfect way to enjoy the fall foliage this autumn! 

Tour the magical Valley View Farm & Venue which hosts weddings and other events throughout the seasons, visit Split Creek Preserve and Resort to see how you can stay and play in their cabins and renovated former church, plus take to the skies with the PTN drone for an ode to summer and a look ahead to fall and the Fall Foliage Forecast! 

Test your aim during an adrenaline-filled day outdoors with The Paintball Asylum, then learn about the three non-profits receiving funding this year through the Pocono Mountains Community Food Fest Fundraiser, Monroe County's largest single-event fundraiser being held this month at Mount Airy Casino Resort.

Finally, the newest Pocono Perspectives interview provides an inside look at the Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway from the man behind the operation that is connecting communities throughout the Pocono Mountains.

Season 4, Episode 20 - Wedding bells are in the air as we transition to the fall months here in the Poconos. One of the newest venues on the scene is Valley View Farm and Venue north of Honesdale. Marion Hunsberger and her team have outdone themselves with the renovations of the old dairy barn on a special piece of rolling hills and fields including an orchard and an upgraded farmhouse where the wedding party can stay for the weekend!

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 4, Episode 19 - With fall arriving soon, the leaves will change color and we’ll have a gorgeous view from all the vantage points across the Poconos. One location in particular is situated along a pristine creek with ponds, cottages, and a restored former church. Split Creek Preserve and Resort is a labor of love by the Blakeslees who entertain guests throughout all four seasons and take a lot of pride in doing it.

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 4, Episode 18 - We are in the midst of growing season here in the Pocono Mountains, all sorts of farms and farmers are busy with veggies, apiaries, livestock and so much more. We are extremely fortunate to have some amazing farmers markets too right here in Stroudsburg, Hawley, and Jim's go-to, the Wayne County Farmers Market in Honesdale going strong for 50 years! Jim dropped by to chat with some of the farmers for National Farmers Market Week earlier this month.

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.

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine: Take an adventure with Deanna through the mountains, literally, as she experiences all they have to offer at Camelback Mountain Adventures. Hit the Big Lake with a package for an overnight stay at Lakeside Cabins, golf and arcade simulators at The Wake Zone and rent a pontoon boat for your stay from Pirate’s Cove Marina before capping it all off at Wallenpaupack Brewing Co.

Jump on the ropes course, zip through the trees, putt around and play laser tag at Gorilla Grove at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions.

For a good meal and a day of a family fun with some mini golf and a sweet treat, Apple Valley Family Restaurant and Village in Milford is a one stop shop.

Explore the recent upgrades and unique amenities to suit any style at Mountain Springs Lake Resort near Tannersville.

Join Bri & Dee for their second adventure together at Pocono Raceway for a recap of 2024 NASCAR weekend, with sold out crowds in the stands and camping.

Plus, get a look ahead at the county fairs this month in the Poconos starting with the Wayne County Fair, Carbon County Fair, West End Fair and GDS Fair. 

Finally, a sneak peek of the upcoming Pocono Showcase with local talent Elizabeth Gillen.

Season 4, Episode 17 - Hollywood is known as the film capital of the world yet the Poconos has a lot to offer in providing a backdrop for movies, commercial productions and more. Now there’s a film office dedicated to growing the industry in the Poconos – aptly named the Poconos Film Office. Announced a couple weeks ago at Pocono Raceway during NASCAR weekend, the film office along with a sports, entertainment and film commission will help leverage resources that are already here in the Poconos for the big screen, the major sporting events and the main stage!

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 4, Episode 16 (Flashback to S3E15) - We have no shortage of camps throughout the Pocono Mountains. There are a few dozen in Wayne County alone and in Pike County, quite a few draw kids from all over the map year after year.. and in ⁠Camp Oneka’s⁠ case that’s been a tradition 115 years strong in 2023. 1908 is when the camp on the shores of Fairview Lake near Lake Wallenpaupack got its start and has led to 3rd and 4th and 5th generation campers and one very well known alumna – Grace Kelly. PTN's Jim Hamill sits down for a chat with the owners for this episode.

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: take a tour of The Swiftwater, the brand new luxury hotel now open in the Pocono Mountains, then join Brianna and Deanna for the launch of a new series, Bri & Dee, as they spend a day on the Delaware River with Edge of the Woods Outfitters. Learn how visitors to Camelbeach at Camelback Resort can check out 35 lifelike dinosaurs for no added cost this season as PA's largest outdoor waterpark goes prehistoric, then discover a fun-filled place to take the whole family, Costa’s Family Fun Park, with attractions for everyone to enjoy. Explore the charming Babbling Brook Cottages located directly next to George W. Childs Park, which is slated to reopen to the public this summer, plus step inside one of Pennsylvania's most historic performance venues, Shawnee Playhouse, which is hosting a variety of shows for all ages this summer. Jim Thorpe River Adventures at Lehighton Outdoor Centerprovides an adrenaline rush with a splash during white water rafting trips on the Lehigh River, and PTN gets the latest on the new barn for farming and farm-based theatrical performances at Farm Arts Collective along the Delaware River. Finally, don’t miss a new Pocono Perspectives with Chris Barrett as the Wayne County Commissioner shares a love of farming, family and hometown values.

Season 4, Episode 14 - The agriculture industry is important in Wayne County by providing families with a way of life and our communities with local, healthy food. We’ve shared those stories of farms and farmers before on the podcast from Calkins Creamery, to Robinson Family Farm to Bialecki Farmsand no one is more of an advocate for those farms and farming than Wayne County Commissioner Brian Smith.

Smith is as passionate as they come, a family guy with a great amount of care for our community and for our heritage. He recently sat down with Chris Barrett for an episode of Pocono Perspectives – here’s the full uncut version of that discussion.

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 4, Episode 13 - This time of year is THE time of year to be out on the river whether it’s the Delaware which just held its annual sojourn or on the whitewater rapids on the Lehigh River – with numerous outfitters on the Lehigh our Deanna Fontanez caught up with Jim Thorpe River Adventures in Lehighton recently – and river veteran Jerry McAward! He’s the guy behind the Lehighton Outdoor Center which serves all your needs out there on the trails and the river!

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 4, Episode 12 - This Pocono People episode on the podcast features Mary Ravert who has devoted 50 years of her life to the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau and is calling it a career this month. From the early days as a Pocono Snow Bunny, working all the way up to the office manager and executive assistant, Mary has been a force for good, a role model, and the glue that keeps our nearly 100 year old organization together.

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 4, Episode 11 - Grey Towers National Historic Landmark is more than a mansion. It’s the ancestral home of Gifford Pinchot known as the Father of American Conservation. The historic mansion and its grounds are open to the public for tours and special events – the perfect tie-in to a visit to Milford – one of Jim's favorite Pocono Places!

Plus, we listen back to a discussion with America250PA from 2022 about the upcoming Semiquincentennial celebration of the United States' birth!

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.

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine: learn how Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is giving back to communities in Africa and how you can get involved with the life-changing mission. Start the summer season with a fun and affordable way to enjoy nature with your family, camping at Mountain Vista Campground, then head to Dunkelberger's Sports Outfitters for a candid conversation with the owner, Jere, about his beloved small business and everything the Poconos has to offer outdoors lovers at this time of year! Watch how the governor kicked off the launch of Pennsylvania's new tourism brand, "Pennsylvania: The Great American Getaway," at Barley Creek Brewing Company in Tannersville. Hit the links with the PTN team as they discover the new permanent river bridge at Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort and the story of Terra Greens Golf Club, rescued from closure, then get ready to tee it up at Skytop Lodge with ideas for a girls golf getaway. Meet the entrepreneurs of the Pocono Mountains at the ESU Innovation Center and The Stourbridge Project plus visit historic Grey Towers in Milford for Pocono Perspectives with Chris Barrett.

Season 4, Episode 9 - Jim is fond of all things on the Pocono Beverage Trail. The people behind the brews, wines and spirits have such a great story to tell and we’re thankful to have so many stops along that trail where visitors can experience the Poconos craft beverage industry.

In Stroudsburg, there are two of those stops along the trail that really have some great stories and products to share: Bovino’s Brewery and Eagles Rest Cellars.

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 4, Episode 8 - We recently introduced you to some of the folks at the Stourbridge Project in Honesdale – it’s a business incubator with a coworking space, prototyping lab and in a Keystone Innovation Zone which means the tech startups are getting a hand up to build their businesses right here in the Pocono Mountains. And one of the biggest partners in that effort is some 50 miles away on the campus of East Stroudsburg University, it’s the ESU Innovation Center and it features 25 companies doing amazing things that will grow the economy here in the Poconos which is the focus of this week’s ESU Economic Outlook Summit at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions.

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 4, Episode 7 - Discovering the love of the outdoors right here in the Poconos! Brianna Strunk visited Lilliana's Nature Discovery Area at Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center which is a great place for kids to discover nature, and the two and half miles of trails and observation dock on the two ponds provide plenty of vantage points to spot wildlife on land and in the water.

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 4, Episode 6 - Casting lines for another fishing season in the Poconos! Spring is in bloom across the region, wildlife is back too and so are the anglers who love to fish for trophies, for food and for family memories.

There’s always a great guide here in the Poconos to help you find the right spot to cast your line. Deanna Fontanez caught up with Captain Joe recently for the upcoming Pocono Mountains Magazine.

Plus, Jim Hamill stopped by Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary to explore the history and outdoor hiking and concert series held each year on the 600-acre property in White Mills.  

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.

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine: prepare for Pocono Mountains Restaurant Week coming up April 7-12, 2024! Get in the kitchen and chow down with the culinary crew at The Settlers Inn in Hawley plus meet the performer and host at Crazy Country Club, then experience delicious food and mountain charm at Sycamore Grille in Delaware Water Gap, some southern comfort at Willie Mae's Place and an authentic Victorian pub and restaurant at Broadway Grille in Jim Thorpe. Explore the Hawley Antique Exchange, where there's more than meets the eye, during part one of Antiquing in the Poconos. Tour the Uswick Schoolhouse, part of the growing short-term rental industry in the Poconos, which has been revamped to host events and guests. Step back in time during seasonal walking tours returning to downtown Stroudsburg through the Monroe County Historical Association, then delight in the “sweet” family story behind Duck Donuts in Bartonsville, the popular brand's sole location in the Pocono Mountains. Finally, don’t miss the newest Pocono Perspectives with Chris Barrett featuring an interview with Jeanne & Grant Genzlinger who founded Settlers Hospitality as their handcrafted brand of hospitality.

Season 4, Episode 4 - The partial solar eclipse is set to arrive in the Pocono Mountains Monday afternoon, April 8th. Jim discusses the rare astronomical phenomenon with a professor at East Stroudsburg University who was setting up telescopes to watch the eclipse unfold next week.

Plus, ⁠Pocono Mountains Restaurant Week⁠ runs April 7th to April 12th with signature dishes, deals and special menus at lots of locations throughout the region including The Frogtown Chophouse. Jim, Lyman and Eric chatted way back in 2022 about what makes the restaurant in Swiftwater so great.

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 3 - Pocono Mountains Restaurant Week runs April 7th to April 12th with signature dishes, deals and special menus at lots of locations throughout the region including the always special Settlers Inn in Hawley and for a different sort of experience, the Crazy Country Club just down the street. Also in this episode, La Posada in Milford.

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 2 - Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a culinary adventure. Pocono Mountains Restaurant Weekruns April 7th to April 12th, 2024 when foodies and connoisseurs alike will have the opportunity to savor the finest flavors the region has to offer with exclusive, special menus a deep discounted dishes.  

With an extensive list of participating restaurants, this year's Pocono Mountains Restaurant Week promises to be a gastronomic extravaganza. From cozy bistros to elegant fine dining establishments, there is something to suit every palate. Take advantage of exclusive special menus and savings as you explore the vibrant culinary scene across Wayne, Pike, Monroe, and Carbon counties.

Two restaurants in Milford are just the tip of the culinary iceberg there. The recently revamped Bar Louis in the historic Hotel Fauchere and the Dimmick Inn, plus Cinco Ninos at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions are three of the many restaurants participating in Restaurant Week.

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 1 - Another family legacy of hospitality in the Pocono Mountains. Jeanne and Grant Genzlinger have been catalysts for the amazing experiences countless guests have had at the Settlers Inn in Hawley and with the help of the next generation including son Justin, Settlers has expanded to multiple properties across the map raising the bar for the Pocono Mountains. Listen into an extended conversation with Chris Barrett and the husband/wife duo in a future Pocono Perspectives episode.

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: celebrate St. Patrick's Day with the Irish community in the Poconos as the PTN team visits Siamsa Irish Pub and Fitzpatrick's Irish & Celtic Store plus previews two can't-miss parades. Take a behind-the-scenes tour of The Swiftwater, the upscale boutique hotel opening in May, saddle up for a true winter adventure on horseback at Mountain Creek Riding Stables, and enjoy chatting on the chairlifts at Camelback Resort. Discover a unique Pocono Perspective with the family at the helm of the historic French Manor Inn and Spa, and get a look at the rare bronze bell to be unveiled later this year to honor the history of the Hawley Silk Mill in the lead-up to the U.S. Semiquincentennial in 2026. Venture around the charming and historic small town of Milford, PA and find out how music venues including the Sherman Theater are gearing up for a season of great shows in the Poconos.

Season 3, Episode 40 - The spring season for building gets a big kickoff at Kalahari. Meet local home builders, suppliers, contractors and more at the Greater Pocono Home and Outdoor Living Show March 9th and 10th at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions free!

We spoke with the folks spearheading the event and the year-round mission of the Pocono Builders Association which helps provide the community with vetted, reputable professionals within the building and construction trades industry in one centralized 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 3, Episode 39 - The French Manor Inn & Spa has a family steeped in Poconos traditions. It is one of the more well known and respected properties in the entire region. A double AAA Four Diamond award winner for decades for its dining and lodging plus, an all around great family at the helm. Meet the sisters, Genni and Bridget, who help carry on that family tradition of hospitality at the French Manor a Pocono Perspectives hosted by Chris Barrett.

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 38 - A high speed, high capacity, comfortable ride on the chairlift at Camelback Resort. The Poconos just got another healthy helping of snow just in time for President's Day weekend – a biggie in the ski industry! So, recently we caught up with some folks at Camelback Resort on its newest high speed lift, Black Bear 6 and a mom who’s just loving all that Camelback has to offer for her family visit.

Plus, for this Valentine's Day, a listen to our three-part series on the Land of Love, Cove Haven - Paradise Stream - Pocono Palace.

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: celebrate the Month of Love with the third installment in our series on the Land of Love at Pocono Palace, get a spectacular glimpse of winter in the Pocono Mountains from the skies, and listen to African-American leaders in the Poconos reflect on Black History Month. This episode also includes a new Chairlift Chat with some great mainstays at Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain and a new Poconos Perspectives interview with Poconos icon John Kiesendahl, also known as JK, diving into the history and love of hospitality at Woodloch Resort. Find out why our impressive indoor waterpark resorts aren’t just for kids as the PTN team gets pampered at Spa Kalahari and Salon, go on a frozen waterfall tour in the Pocono Mountains, get a behind-the-scenes look at the historic Mauch Chunk Opera House, and learn about the impact on community projects of recent grants provided by the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau - with a new round ready to open for 2024!

Season 3, Episode 37 - A tradition of excellence is the Woodloch way, started in the mid 20th century by the first generation of the Kiesendahl family to have the resort on Lake Teedyuskung. Today, Woodloch has expanded to include Woodloch Springs with an 18-hole golf course and the Lodge at Woodloch, a destination spa resort. John Kiesendahl, also known as JK, sat down with our Chris Barrett for a Pocono Perspectives for a discussion about the history and current-day operations at Woodloch.

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 36 - Cozy, warm and artsy energy in one place to stay and experience the Pocono Mountains. 

Whether you’re looking to hit the slopes or the historic downtown of Jim Thorpe, the Flagstaff Lodge just on the outskirts of town is a home away from home. Listen as Jim discusses why the owners turned a former artist's home into a bed and breakfast worth a visit, or two or more!

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 34 - Chairlift Chats is back with a new edition after a couple runs down the mountain at Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain. The resort has been open since December and is benefitting from some new year snow fall.. and some cold nights to make snow too! Plus – it’s the ideal spot to learn how to ski or snowboard. The instructors are great – we’ll meet one of them who is an award-winning veteran and also share a chair on the lift with General Manager Lori Phillips.

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 more about a major step forward in efforts to restore passenger rail service from New York City, through the Poconos, to Scranton; explore The Y on Broadway, downtown Jim Thorpe's newest boutique hotel where the modern meets the historic; and take a tour of Paradise Stream Resort during part two of three in the series on the Land of Love. PTN hosts also take a look at the historical significance of the Poconos as a vacation destination as revealed by a 1930s vintage map, tour one of the modern-day vacation homes, Flagstaff Lodge, in Jim Thorpe, and jump on a snow tube and skis for a winter adventure at Camelback Resort, followed by indoor splash time at Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark! Step back in time at The Castle Inn in Delaware Water Gap, where a once-famous band came together once again, spend the day exploring the historic Pocono town of Honesdale, and enjoy an exclusive performance from The Cramer Brothers Band, a premier country band right here in the Poconos!

Season 3, Episode 34 - It’s a new year and we have a great Pocono Mountains Magazine lined up for you premiering Sunday on PTN. Some great stories including one that connects the Poconos Vacationland a century ago with today’s hospitality options.

One of the ways a historical society in Wayne and Pike counties is keeping that history relevant is with a map, hand drawn depicting the Lake Wallenpaupack region in the 1930’s and now selling the map’s update to support the mission of keeping history alive here in the Poconos.

The Greene Dreher Historical Society has reproduced a map nearly a century old depicting the region during the beginnings of its days as a vacation destination. Jim Hamill spoke with several members of the historical society about the map and their mission.

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 33 (Countdown) - 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 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 3, Episode 32 (Countdown) - There’s a little more than a week left in 2023. Winter is here with all the great skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, and more in the Pocono Mountains. However, in this countdown episode we'll look forward to spring especially if we’re talking about delicious Poconos-made maple syrup. We visited Pocono Mountain Maple earlier this year to see the operation, learn about the spectacular property and sample the goods. And just recently, Nicole from Pocono Mountain Maple gifted me some tasty syrup that I had for some homemade French toast! Plus, that episode was the 2nd most listened to episode of the year from 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 3, Episode 31 - The crews around the 6 ski resorts in the Poconos have been busy capitalizing on cold weather when able – to make snow and get open when possible. One of those resorts which opened – Shawnee Mountain Ski Area – started making snow last month when I caught a ride up and back down with Rachel Wyckoff. She’s extremely pleasant to chat with – on a chairlift or anywhere! Especially talking about what she knows best – Shawnee and ski/snowboard season.

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.

Learn how two businesses, Trap Door Escape & Madness Distillery, are bouncing back after a devastating fire, discover the new magical tram tours this season at Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort, and find indoor winter fun at S&S Speedways and Splinters' Hatchet & Axe Throwing.

Visit the iconic Land of Love in part one of a three-part series on Cove Pocono Resorts, plus take a look back at the year in review with all the adventures Pocono Television shared in 2023 and a recap of celebrity appearances in the Poconos this past year. Finally, don't miss an exclusive studio performance from an up-and-coming singer/songwriter Christian Porter in Pocono Showcase.

Season 3, Episode 30 (Countdown) - There is just a month left until we say "Goodbye 2023!" and "Hello 2024!" We wanted to look back at the top podcast episodes of the year from Homegrown Cannabis to history in our Pocono counties and maple syrup!! But this episode on the countdown focuses on the discussion Jim had with our very own Deanna Fontanez. Deanna joined the Pocono Television Network a while back but this year, joined the monthly show in a regular capacity with her fun, outgoing and adventurous segments!

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 29 - Taking Pocono Mountains Podcast to new heights with Chairlift Chats, a special series of podcasts starting with Blue Mountain Resort in Palmerton. The crew hopes to be open as soon as December 1st weather dependent.

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 28 (Countdown) - With 2024 on the horizon and 2023 fading, we are looking back at the top podcast episodes of the year from PTN hosts to history in our Pocono counties and maple syrup!! But this episode on the countdown focuses on the discussion Jim had with the guys at Homegrown Cannabis Shop & Loungeback in April.  The CBD Lounge has high quality, all-organic and natural hemp CBD products available and sources the majority of its hemp products from local farms. You can even book yourself a CBD massage. 

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: discover the major expansion at Great Wolf Lodge featuring work from a celebrity designer, meet the family serving up delicious dishes and drinks at the Mansion House of Summit Hill, and pay a visit to the cafe and gallery at the Stabin Museum with the artist. Brianna highlights some amazing spots to shop small in the Poconos including The Potting Shed in Stroudsburg, Wallflower in Honesdale, BetterWorld Store & Cafe in Milford, and Local Fair in Jim Thorpe, Deanna checks out the wide variety of gifts and goods available at Country Kettle, and Jim gets the scoop on a new mobile farm market in the Poconos from The Cooperage Project. Plus, go behind-the-scenes to find out how Pocono Television Network segments are made and learn more about new outdoor adventures coming to Wayne County in part II of the series on the Lackawaxen River Trails.

Season 3, Episode 27 (Flashback) - 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 3, Episode 26 - Farming and agriculture have deep roots in the Poconos including in Wayne County. Growers and cultivators are providing for the region and in addition to farmers markets, there’s now a new way to get those fresh items from the farm: the Northern Poconos Mobile Farm Market spearheaded by The Cooperage Project. It's changing the way some people access healthy food and we went along for the ride with the mobile market manager, Laurel. 

Plus, Brianna Strunk chats with Nate Berkus of HGTV fame on his role in the new Woodland Villas at Great Wolf Lodge just unveiled this month!

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.

Seaoson 3, Episode 25 - As if Jim Thorpe didn’t already have so much to see and do, the Stabin Museum is yet another must-visit. Artist Victor Stabin and his wife Joan Morkin took over the former factory where the museum is located now two decades ago and have worked to restore it, retrofit it and enhance it for displaying art, providing a studio space, a cafe with food and cocktails and a jazz loft. Listen in as Victor Stabin and Jim Hamill discuss the museum and all the different perspectives it provides visitors.

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 24 - The Lackawaxen River winds through Wayne and Pike counties and even has the Stourbridge Line railroad which goes along its banks – an ideal scenario for connecting river access and trails between Honesdale, Hawley and White Mills to start. George and Connie Roberts introduced us to the Lackawaxen River Trails; a growing network of existing trails and developing trails along that corridor taking shape now and which will provide amazing experiences for residents and visitors to our Pocono Mountains.

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: enjoy two autumn adventures in one spot, UTVs and paintball, at Pocono Outdoor Adventure Tours, learn about the restoration of the popular George W. Childs Park to its former glory and when it will reopen to the public, plus tour two far-from-ordinary candle shops, American Candle and Candle Shoppe of the Poconos. This month's episode also shares the story of a family's stewardship through the ages of a special destination along the Delaware at Sylvania Tree Farm. History and a new art gallery meet and merge in Milford at Forest Hall Studios, which pairs nicely with the new Milford Wine & Cheese Co. Plus, watch part one of a special two-part segment on the development of river and land trails in Wayne and Pike counties with Lackawaxen River Trails. 

Season 3, Episode 23 - The gorgeous landscape along the Delaware River in Pike County is as picturesque as the Poconos gets and right there in the middle of it all, Sylvania Tree Farm run by generations of the McKay family dating back to the 1800’s as a destination along the rail line. Now, offering an escape from daily life in cabins tucked in the forest and camp sites along the river.

Also, Brianna speaks with the folks at Candle Shoppe of the Poconos which is far more than just candles!

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 22 - Pocono Mountains Podcast has showcased some stellar art spaces lately across the Poconos. Downtown Honesdale and its Wayne County Arts Alliance Gallery and Headquarters, the Art Factory of White Mills and in another upcoming episode, the Stabin Museum in Jim Thorpe.

This time we are blending a space that’s truly historic right in the heart of downtown Milford and a new art space in Forest Hall. The bluestone landmark in Milford’s downtown was where the Yale School of Forestry hosted summer classes and is on the national register of historic places. Now – it’s home to an art gallery Forest Hall Studios “Incubator For The Arts” proudly hosted by Milford Hospitality Group with a new show premiering this weekend with the works of Hunt Slonum.

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 21 - This 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 soon and the Fall Foliage Forecast is up and running showing when peak foliage will arrive in three zones in the Poconos. Jim Hamill talked with a state forester, photographer and excursion manager of a train line in the Poconos for Pocono Mountains Magazine in September 2022.

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: Weekly Wiffle ball games at Barley Creek Brewing Company's Pint Size Park for a good cause, tapping the new Runaway Train Brewery in Honesdale, and what's new at Jam Room Brewing Company in Greentown, plus a tour of the spectacular Serenite at Camelback Mountain. PTN also takes a ride on the rail bikes along the Lackawaxen River in Hawley. Then, an in-depth look at the inspiring work of four non-profits and how they're being recognized by the 20th Annual Pocono Mountains Community Fundraiser at Mount Airy Casino Resort.

Season 3, Episode 20 - The newest stop along the Pocono Beverage Trail is right on the railroad tracks in Honesdale. Runaway Train Brewery has pulled into the station with some great craft beer and menu to go with it plus lots of fun in store from live entertainment to future expansions! 

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 19 - Eating in the Pocono Mountains just keeps getting better and better with diverse offerings across our small towns and various corners of the region. There are all sorts of delicious dining spots but one is about as authentic as it gets: La Posada and Felix’s Cantina in Milford and is named after the late Mexican immigrant, Felix Rosado. His family carries on his traditions at the restaurant part of the Milford Hospitality Group.

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 18 - There has been a lot of development happening across the Poconos. GreatWolf Lodge is expanding and just unveiled its new water slides and outdoor waterpark. The villas and rooms are next! Plus, desaki’s upscale hotel, The Swiftwater, is on the way too! And now, Serenité, a Private Residence Club is on its way to being the go-to for private getaways atop Camelback Mountain with an all new pool! And soon, a clubhouse and spa to add to its arsenal of amazing accomodations. 

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 Deanna climbs atop Blue Mountain's Summit Adventure Park, samples a little bit of everything for visitors in the Lehighton area, Brianna shares the history at the Antoine Dutot Museum and immerses you in nature at the Tannersville Cranberry Bog and Preserve plus interviews NASCAR driver Brennan Poole at Pocono Raceway. Jim introduces the new art gallery and home of the Wayne County Arts Alliance, recounts the storied traditions at summer sleepaway camp for girls, Camp Oneka and presents 4 Questions with celebrity chef Robert Irvine at Vault 240. 

Season 3, Episode 17 - A new home for the arts and artists in Honesdale and Wayne County. The Wayne County Arts Alliance in its new home on Main Street in Honesdale is part of a transformation of the group’s newly acquired building and gallery and part of a robust arts scene across the region and especially 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 3, Episode 16 (Flashback to S1E18) - The Pocono Mountains is home to plenty of public parks including national and state parks that offer so much for everyone! Go along with Chris & Ashley as they visit Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Promised Land State Park and find out the latest addition to Hickory Run State Park!

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 15 - We have no shortage of camps throughout the Pocono Mountains. There are a few dozen in Wayne County alone and in Pike County, quite a few draw kids from all over the map year after year.. and in Camp Oneka’s case that’s been a tradition 115 years strong this year. 1908 is when the camp on the shores of Fairview Lake near Lake Wallenpaupack got its start and has led to 3rd and 4th and 5th generation campers and one very well known alumna – Grace Kelly. PTN's Jim Hamill sits down for a chat with the owners for this episode.

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 14 - 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 3.

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 checks out the new upgrades and offerings at The Lodge at Woodloch, a world-famous destination spa resort. Deanna becomes a NASCAR driver for the day at Stock Car Racing Experience ahead of race weekend at Pocono Raceway. Then, she and Chris get an update on the exciting additions coming to desaki and Great Wolf Lodge. Brianna finds relaxation and learns the story behind Quiet Hills Lavender Farm, then George & Connie Roberts head back to the D&L Trail one final time for part three of their special series.

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Season 3, Episode 13 - Pride Month may be ending but pride is a year-round feeling for the Pocono Mountains including within two mayors who are representative of the LGBTQ+ community as well as their respective boroughs. Mayor Sean Strub of Milford and Mayor Mike Moreno of Stroudsburg. Jim Hamill spoke with both mayors about their community pride and more! The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau celebrates diverse events, businesses, and offerings in 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 3, Episode 12 - We are fortunate to have some great roads for motorcycles and bikes here in the Pocono Mountains. One of the most recognizable names in custom motorcycles spends time making creations at the mecca of Harley Davidson along Interstate 80 in Tannersville. That’s Pocono Mountain Harley Davidson. And Rick Petko – from American Chopper. Brianna sat down with him for a brief chat recently and Jim got to sit down with another celebrity, this time, of the chef variety recently, at Vault 240 in Hawley, a new Settlers Hospitality property.. and it was with Chef Robert Irvine of Food Network fame. Both men are passionate about what they do. Plus, Deanna jumps on an e-bike at Bronson Ebikes and Trikes!

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 11 - 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 2.

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 previews summer at Pocono Raceway, Camelbeach, Pocono Organics and Pocono Whitewater's Big Day Out and for Pride Month, he introduces us to two Pocono mayors who represent the LGBTQ+ community too! Deanna heads out on Lake Wallenpaupack with Pocono Action Sports and hits the trail on e-bikes with Bronson E-Bikes then joins Chris for a tour of historic Jim Thorpe! Brianna travels back in time with No. 9 Coal Mine & Museum, then George & Connie Roberts take us on part two of the series on the D&L Trail. 

Season 3, Episode 10 (Flashback to S2E6) - We tee up some conversation with golf guru Greg Wall at the historic Pocono Manor Golf Course and go down memory lane to recount the big names who played the course. Get the 2023 Golf-A-Round Card today!

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 scenicD&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.

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.comor watchPocono Television Networkstreaming 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.comor watchPocono Television Networkstreaming 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.comor watch Pocono Television Networkstreaming 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.comor watch Pocono Television Networkstreaming 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.comor watch Pocono Television Networkstreaming 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.comor watch Pocono Television Networkstreaming live 24/7.