This Week in the Poconos! 9/3-9/8

SEPTEMBER 4

BOG WALK   10:00AM TO 12:30PM
Join an Environmental Educator at the Bog parking lot and take a 2 ½ hour guided journey into the unique Tannersville Cranberry Bog. Along the way, your guide will explain the Bog’s formation, interesting plant & animal life, and the role the local Preserve Committee and the Nature Conservancy play in its protection.
KETTLE CREEK ENV. ED. CTR. – TANNERSVILLE BOG
East Stroudsburg – 552 Cherry Lane Rd.
(570) 629-3061 mcconservation.org
Cost: $6/non-members, $4/EE Center or Nature Conservancy members and children under 12. Pre-registration is required.

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 7
NIGHT LIGHTS
Gates open: 2:30pm; lantern launch: 8:30pm
Night Lights takes inspiration from traditional Thai Lantern Festivals, and this year’s event is an all-new and completely reimagined sky lantern experience. All ages welcome. Special rates for groups of 10 or more.
POCONO RACEWAY
Long Pond – 1234 Long Pond Rd.
nightlightsevent.com

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 7
GEOLOGY HIKE   1:00PM TO 3:00PM
Take a hike on the Fossil Trail with Paul Kovalski, aka Dr. Dinosaur, as he explains the geology of the area and what makes the park unique.
POCONO ENV. ED. CTR.
Dingmans Ferry – 538 Emery Rd.
(570) 828-2319 peec.org
Cost: $5 per person

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 7
FIRST SATURDAY ART WALK   6:00PM TO 8:00PM
Visit all of Stroudsburg’s downtown galleries for new works and featured artists the first Saturday of the month. Stroll the streets and enjoy food & drinks on the way.
Downtown Stroudsburg
(570) 517-5021
visitdowntownstroudsburg.com

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 7
YOGA WITH A VIEW   8:00AM TO 9:00AM
Rise and shine and take in the beautiful view of the Pocono Mountains while centering yourself with some yoga. Held poolside in the event of inclement weather.
FRENCH MANOR INN & SPA
South Sterling – 50 Huntingdon Rd.
(570) 676-3244 thefrenchmanor.com

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 7
ART OPENING: THE BEAUTY AROUND US   11:00AM to 1:00PM
Nancy Pitcher has hiked, climbed and paddled a great deal in the mountains, deserts & rivers. Through her travels she has always appreciated the beauty of her natural surroundings. She now shares that beauty with her oil and watercolor paintings. Thru 9/30.
KETTLE CREEK ENV. ED. CTR. – TANNERSVILLE BOG
East Stroudsburg – 552 Cherry Lane Rd.
(570) 629-3061 mcconservation.org

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 7
VOLUNTEER DAY AT PEEC – PIKE COUNTY DAY OF CARING
9:00PM TO 2:00PM
Lend a hand and help PEEC out with some seasonal projects. The perfect day to become involved with their volunteer program! Preregistration required. Lunch provided.
POCONO ENV. ED. CTR.
Dingmans Ferry – 538 Emery Rd.
(570) 828-2319 peec.org

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SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 8
BRIDGE THE GAP: RIVER PADDLE   9:00AM TO 3:00PM
Join PEEC for this paddle down the Delaware! Bring a lunch, water bottle, and dress for the weather. Extra water & snacks provided. Choose between a canoe or kayak. Pre-registration required.
POCONO ENV. ED. CTR.
Dingmans Ferry – 538 Emery Rd.
(570) 828-2319 peec.org
Cost: $10 per person