Here We Are In the Pocons
HERE WE ARE IN THE POCONS
INSIDER'S GUIDE
The Pocono region of Pennsylvania encompasses 2400 square miles of mountains, lakes, streams, and woodlands. The brochures we obtained from the Pocono Mountains Vacation Bureau, however, made us wonder just how much attention the tourists give to the great outdoors. Pocono is called a Haven for Honeymooners and the majority of hotels, motels, and cottages in the area offer heartshaped tubs and telephones, mirrors galore, oversized beds and red velvet curtains. Even outdoors it's difficult to escape the passion because you'll find "Kissing Bridges" and "Cupid's Playgrounds." Well, among all this splendor is the Pocono International Raceway where noisy motorcycles will gather in August for the Camel AMA National Cycle to interfere with all the goings-on in the private suites.
TICKET INFORMATION
Saturday's events include Novice and Lightweight Expert finals. Tickets for that day cost $3. A ticket for Sunday costs $10 and you'll see Expert 750 heats, Production finals, Novice finals and 750 National finals. A weekend ticket is available for $10 if purchased in advance either from the race track (Pocono International Raceway, Box 500, Mt. Pocono, Pa. 18344), or from your local Ticketron outlet. People under 12 years of age get in free.
HOW TO GET THERE
The Pocono area is located less than two hours away from either New York or Philadelphia. From New York take Hwy. 209 through Stroudsburg and then 1-80 West to Long Pond. From Philadelphia the race track is a straight shot north on Hwy. 115.
Greyhound, Martz Trailways and Pocono Mountain Trails have direct-line bus service to the Poconos, and there are several airports in the vicinity.
BIKE SHOPS
All of the cliches fit here— “Better to be safe than sorry”“One never knows”—“Be pre pared.” We couldn’t agree more, so . . .
STAN NEVIL & SONS
N. 9th St.
Stroudsburg (717) 421-2545 For Hondas.
WEINSSEN’S
387 N. Courtland St.
E. Stroudsburg (717) 421-0161 Help for Suzukis.
CALVIN SCHOCH
1172 W. Main St. Stroudsburg (717) 421-4988 Harley-Davidsons.
KAWASAKI KOUNTRY, INC.
Rt. 447 Stroudsburg (717) 421-8240
WHERE TO STAY
There are hundreds of resorts in the area and one should suit your needs and budget. Here is a sample of what the area has to offer. More information is available from the Pocono Mountains Vacation Bureau, Inc., 1004 Main St., Box D, Stroudsburg, Pa.18360 (717) 421-5791.
CULVERMERE
Box 8
Dingman’s Ferry 18328 (201) 948-3800 Lake resort in the mountains.
GILOTTTS
Lake Harmony 18624 (717) 722-0601 Caters to raceway crews and fans.
GROVE COTTAGE MOTEL
Mount Pocono 18344 (717) 839-9797
Located on Rt. 611 in the heart of the village.
GARDEN MOTEL
Rt. 611
Mt. Pocono 18344 (717) 839-9466 At the very top of the Poconos.
COLONY MOTOR LODGE
Bus. 209
Stroudsburg 18360 (717) 421-3790 Rates $12 to $22. Children under 12 are free.
Campgrounds abound in the Pocono area, but it’s a good idea to call or write for reservations. The Vacation Bureau can furnish you with a full listing.
MOUNTAIN VISTA CAMPGROUND
RD2
E. Stroudsburg 18031 (717) 421-1554
MOUNT POCONO CAMPGROUND
Box 65
Mt. Pocono 18344 (717) 839-7573
POCONO VACATION PARK
Box 214-A,
RD5
Stroudsburg 18360 (717) 424-2587
WHERE TO EAT
There are many restaurants in the area offering different varieties of cuisine. In addition to the following examples are the usual fast-food establishments.
THE ALPINE PUB
Rt. 940 Pocono Lake (717) 646-9465 Specializes in steak dinners. Entertainment on the weekends.
HICKORY VALLEY FARM STORES AND RESTAURANTS
Rt. 611, Swiftwater (717) 8399256
Rt. 611, Delaware Water Gap (717) 476-0052 Smoked delicacies from the farm: smoked turkey, ham, bacon, etc. Try Ham & Eggs Served in the Pan.
JUBILEE RESTAURANT
at Lake Naomi Motor Lodge Rt. 940 Pocono Pines (717) 646-2377 The proprietors claim they have the most unique menu in all the Poconos.
MULLER S DINER
Rt. 209
E. Stroudsburg Browse in the CB shop or have your radio repaired after you enjoy a steak ($2.79) or the Egg Special ($1.88).
TINKER HOLLOW ALE HOUSE, INC.
Located in the mall at Mt. Pocono
(717) 839-9517 Dancing, movies; famous for shrimp and mushrooms in ale batter.
