‘ROUND THE MOUNTAIN

     

Come for the day or stay for a week—you’ll find it all at the new Mount Airy Casino Resort in Mount Pocono. That’s where you can play on 2,500 of the hottest games—including big-payout progressives, video poker, and reel-spinning machines. Whether you’re in the mood for a perfectly cooked steak or an Italian classic, a delicious meal is never far away at one of four fine restaurants. Experience non-stop excitement at the resort’s Gypsies Lounge & Nightclub. After a great meal and enjoying the thrill of the gaming floor, you can relax in one of Mount Airy’s luxurious king suites - equipped with all the upscale amenities you crave. There’s a state-of-the-art spa to help you relax and plenty of great shopping opportunities for everyone. Mount Airy Casino Resort is a real vacation destination in every sense, with each amenity designed to cater to your needs, your wants, and your imagination. It’s more than a casino—it’s your own personal paradise. Mount Airy Casino Resort is pleasantly situated along Woodland Road in Mount Pocono. Call 1-877-MT-AIRY1 for more information or your reservations, or check out their website at www.mountairycasino.com.

 

One of the most soothing and rewarding pastimes to enjoy while you’re in the mountains is fishing. Sit back and relax while you wait for the big one to bite at the Big Brown Fish & Pay Lakes on Route 115 in Effort. Three large ponds on ten beautiful acres are stocked weekly with trout and bass for casual fishing. Rod and reel rental, bait and tackle shop, picnic tables and park benches make for a worry-free trip and no license is required. It's easy, inexpensive, and fun for all! Big Brown is also a fish hatchery that supplies bass and trout for stocking. The Fish & Pay Lakes are open every day from mid-March until the end of October. For more information you can call (570) 629-0427 or visit their website at www.bigbrownfish.com. And don’t forget to bring their ad from page 41 of this magazine for 5% off fish purchase (fish & pay only). Whether you've never caught a fish before or you're an experienced angler, you'll love the action at Big Brown Fish & Pay Lakes!

 

See the beautiful Pocono Mountains from the air! GW Aviation at the Pocono Mountains Municipal Airport (MPO) in Mount Pocono offers an affordable adventure that’s sure to thrill. Fun and exciting for all ages, air tours over the lush mountains are offered to the public nearly every day. In addition to the regular tours offered, customized flights are available that can fly you over just about any place you want. Fisherman and boaters are in for a real treat when they explore local rivers and lakes from the passenger seat of a prop-driven airplane. Property owners are always thrilled to see their house and land from high in the sky. Skiers - see your favorite ski area from 1000’ above the peak and gain a whole new perspective on the mountain. The view from an airplane is unrivaled by any scenic overlook anywhere, and the thrill of the ride is sure to create lasting memories. You’ll be amazed by the surprisingly untouched expanse of forest below you, the lush woodlands, sparkling blue rivers and bold mountain peaks. To see for yourself, visit GW Aviation at the Pocono Mountains Municipal Airport in Mount Pocono, located off of Route 611 about one mile north of Route 940 (go up the hill). If the sky is fairly clear and it isn’t too windy, then it's a good day to head to the airport to go flying! GW Aviation also offers aerial photography and a Flight School. Call (570) 839-8815 for your reservations or additional details, or log on to the website www.flythepoconos.com.

 

All aboard! Tour the famous town of Delaware Water Gap and the National Recreation Area of the same name as a passenger on the Water Gap Trolley. This authentically styled, all weather "trolley" will comfortably take you to many points of interest in this historic and dynamic region of the Poconos. Your trained guide will give an informative narrative on the interesting features of the many sights you will enjoy, including such breathtaking views as the Resort Point Overlook, The Point of the Gap, the Indian head in the mountain, and Shawnee-on-the-Delaware. Historic man-made attractions include the Depuy Mansion, the Dutot Museum, Croasdale Manor, the homes of famous musicians and many more. During the tour, you'll also learn about the Native Americans who lived and played here, about the historic early settlers of the Gap, and about visitors including Theodore Roosevelt, Thomas Edison and Fred Astair. The trolley depot is easily found on Route 611 in the center of Delaware Water Gap (I-80 exit 310), and is complete with free parking, vendors, a picnic area, even mini-golf! Phone 476-9766 for the regular daily schedule seven days a week, and see their ad on page 10 in this magazine for the convenient 10% off discount coupon. Spend a day at a place like no other and see why historic Delaware Water Gap has been one of the East's premiere vacation retreats for over a century!