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Chili And Wing Cookoff on Lake Wallenpaupack

Annual Chili & Wing Cook-Off Turns Up the Heat! A Little Background Hot and spicy. Sweet and sour. Ever since Buffalo Wings came on the scene in 1964, they’ve been prepared and enjoyed in just about every combination you can name. Teressa Bellissimo is credited with inventing chicken wings in the kitchen of her family’s […]

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Lake Wallenpaupack from a boat dock.

3 Reasons Wally Lake Fest Is the Ultimate Summer Event

What do you get when you combine sunny summer weather, dozens of events, live music  and Lake Wallenpaupack? Wally Lake Fest is the highlight of summer fun in the Pocono Mountains! This annual lake festival takes place August 23-25, and if the previous festivals are any indication of what’s in store, then you don’t want

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Oktoberfest food. Beer and a large pretzel.

Don’t Miss These Incredible Oktoberfest Celebrations This Year

With fall comes celebration, and one of the season’s most iconic events is Oktoberfest. Pennsylvania’s history and culture have strong German ties, so it’s only fitting that the Oktoberfest celebrations in the state are some of the best. Welcome the arrival of cool weather and fall foliage with Bavarian food, beer, music, and traditional garb

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Fall leaves on the ground.

How to Experience the Ultimate Fall Foliage Tour

As the long, hot days of summer come to an end, fall makes its arrival. And with it, an assortment of brilliant colors. Landscapes that were once primarily green transform to an array of striking reds, yellows, oranges, and browns. The temperatures mellow out, sweaters and jackets are pulled from storage, and the beauty of

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A Locals’ Guide to the Best Hiking in the Poconos

The Pocono Mountains cover 2,400 square miles of gorgeous outdoor scenery and opportunities for exploration. When you’re looking to tap into your adventurous side, there are plenty of options for hiking in the Poconos. Whether you’re in the mood for a simple stroll, chasing waterfalls, taking a guided tour, or embarking on a day-long excursion,

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4 of the Best Activities for Your Poconos Family Vacation

A great vacation is defined by where you go and what you do, and if you’re planning on taking the family to the Poconos, all your bases are covered. Stunning scenery and plenty of exciting activities make a Poconos family vacation hard to beat. Silver Birches Resort, located in Hawley, PA on the shores of

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