Outings & Events  

Discount Ski Ticket

Glow Egg Hunt

2012 Greenway Soiree

Levee Loop Guided Hike

Kids' Yard Sale

Canoeing the Delaware

Delaware River Safari

Movie in the Park

Pooch Plunge

Levee Loop Trail Run

Self Directed Outdoor Activities


 

Discount Ski Tickets

Stroud Region Open Space and Recreation Commission is happy to announce a new partnership with the Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society to offer discounted amusement park, zoo, aquarium, ski resort, and other local attraction tickets!

Available now, tickets are on sale at the Day Street Community Center in East Stroudsburg from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday - Friday to the following local ski resorts: Big Boulder/Jack Frost, Blue Mountain, Camelback, Shawnee, and Sno Mountain.  Cash sales only, all sales are final.

Big Boulder/Jack Frost  
Adult Midweek       (ages 16+)      $36
Adult Weekend      (ages 16+)      $42
Adult Holiday         (ages 16+)      $47
Youth Midweek      (ages 5-15)     $32
Youth Weekend     (ages 5-15)     $34
Youth Holiday        (ages 5-15)     $39
Night, BB only        (3pm-close)    $26

Blue Mountain
Weekday                                   $39
Weekend/Holiday                        $52
Night                                        $30
Weekend Tubing                         $26

Camelback
Midweek Open to Close                $41
Weekend/Holiday                        $51

Shawnee Mountain
Midweek                                    $35
Weekend/Holiday                        $45
Youth Midweek                           $30
Youth Weekend                          $35
Mdwk. Pkg. (Lift, Lesson, Rental)   $68
Wknd. Pkg. (Lift, Lesson, Rental)   $73

Sno Mountain
Midweek                                    $38
Weekend                                   $48
Youth Midweek        (ages 6-12)   $26
Youth Weekend       (ages 6-12)   $34     

Philadelphia Flower Show Bus Trip
You don't have have a green thumb to appreciate the stunning displays of flowers and plants at the annual Philadelphia Flower Show held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center! This year's theme, "Islands of Aloha," transports you to the refreshing landscapes of Hawaii with tropical blooms and spectacular displays honoring the culture of the islands. This is the perfect escape from northeast Pennsylvania's cold winter. Lunch is on your own at the Convention Center or at any of the nearby local eateries including the popular Reading Terminal Market.
Register by February 17.
Dates: Monday, March 5 
Times: 7:00 am-6:30 pm
Fee: $65
Location: Depart from Dansbury Park 7:00 am
              Depart from Ross Township 7:30 am
              Return to Ross Township 6:00 pm
              Return to Dansbury Park 6:30 pm    

Glow Egg Hunt
Join us for the Fourth Annual Glow Egg Hunt at Dansbury Park. This hugely popular outdoor adventure in the dark throws a new twist on an old favorite! Children and teens hunt within the boundaries of Dansbury Park for special glow-in-the dark Easter Eggs for fantastic prizes. Searches are divided into different age categories throughout the park; children under age 5 must be accompanied by an adult. Additions to this year’s event include a visit from the East Bunny and eggs-traordinary arts and crafts! Register early, space is limited!
Register by March 30.
Date:  Friday, April 13 (Rain Date; April 14)
Time:  8:00 pm (ages 6-9)
9:00 pm (ages 10-13)
Fee:  $15/child           
Location: Day Street Community Center Parking Lot/Dansbury Park

2012 Greenway Soiree
The Friends of Stroud Region cordially invite you to our third annual Greenway Soiree! Join us for a celebration of the Stroud Region's initiatives to protect and enhance our greenway system while enjoying entertainment and the finest sampling of delicious hors d'oeuvres.
RSVP by Friday, April 6.
Date:  Thursday, April 19
Time:  5:30-8:30 pm
Fee:  $25/person, $50/couple           
Location: Mullally's Clubhouse Cafe, Glen Brook Golf Club, Hickory Valley Road, Stroudsburg, PA
Attire: dressy casual to fun formal

Levee Loop Guided Hike
We're exploring one of our community's beautiful resources: The Levee Loop trail! Starting at the Trailhead in Dansbury Park in East Stroudsburg, this hike guides participants around the entire 4.5 mile route which is centered on the picturesque Brodhead Creek, and winds through Dansbury, Creekview, and Yetter Parks.
Register one week in advance.
Date:  Saturday, May 12
Time:  9:00 am
Fee:  Free           
Location: Dansbury Trailhead, Dansbury Park

Kids' Yard Sale
Calling all young entrepreneurs ages 8-12: test your skills at our Kids' Yard Sale! This event, open to the public, gives participants the opportunity to set up tables with goods they wish to sell. The best part - kids keep their profits! Space is limited, register early.
Register one week in advance.
Date:  Saturday, June 2
         Saturday, August 25
Time:  must be set up by 9:00 am, sale ends at 12:00 noon
Fee:  Free           
Ages: 8-12
Location: Dansbury Park

 Canoeing the Delaware
Enjoy a leisurely 7 mile trip down the Delaware River with Pack-n-Paddle Tours. Bring lunch, a camera, swimwear, and let the fun begin! The fee includes canoe, lifejacket, paddle, transportation to and from the river, and a safety orientation. Paddle trip takes place rain or shine.
Register one week in advance.
Dates: Saturday, June 9
          Saturday, August 25 
Times: 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Fee: $39
Location: True North Farm, 2273 Gap View Drive, East Stroudsburg

Delaware River Safari
Here's a unique opportunity to camp and canoe on the scenic Delaware River with experienced guides! Enjoy a 20-mile journey that includes all meals, canoe, lifejacket, paddles, transportation to and from the river, safety orientation, and a one-night stay at a safari style camp site.
Register one week in advance.
Dates: Satruday-Sunday, July 21-22 
Times: 9:00 am-3:00 pm
Fee: $159
Location: True North Farm, 2273 Gap View Drive, East Stroudsburg

Movie in the Park: The Smurfs
Gather your family and friends, blankets and lawn chairs, and join us for an entertaining evening at Dansbury Park viewing the exciting The Smurfs! Quintessential “movie food” (popcorn, candy, and beverages) is available for sale to sweeten the experience. All participant who pre-register are automatically entered into a raffle drawing for a DVD of the movie! Movie is subject to change; cancelled in inclement weather. Register one week in advance.
Dates: Friday, July 20
Times: 8:00 pm
Fee: Free!
Location: Dansbury Park 

Pooch Plunge
If the heat is just too much for your canine companion, cool them off at one of the Stroud Region's pools at our first ever Pooch Plunge! The pool will close to humans and it becomes "canine time" to hit the water. There will be games for dogs and owners' amusement. A portion of the proceeds go to local animal rescue groups. 
Register by August 24.
Dates: Saturday, September 8
Times: 10:00 am-12:00 noon
Fee: $15/dog
Location: Stroudsburg Borough Pool 

Seventh Annual Levee Loop Trail Run & Walk, Sept. 29
The 4.5 mile trail run and walk on the levee leads through water, sand, grass, trees and several parks. Prizes are awarded to the top two men and women finishers in each age division. A fun walk of the Levee Loop will begin before the race, so bring the whole family! Shirts are available to the first 100 registered participants!
Date:  Saturday, September 29
Registration Form
Registration
opens at 7:00 am
Times: Walk begins 7:30 am
Race begins at 8:30 am
Race Fee:  $20 early registration before September 1; $25 after September 1
Walk Fee:  $10 early registration before September 1; $15 after September 1
$30 family registration (includes up to four shirts)
Location: Dansbury Park 

Self-Directed Outdoor Winter Adventures
You’re on your own, but not without the fun, for these fabulous winter pasttimes! Bundle up and embrace the chilly outdoors as you cross-country ski, snowshoe, skate, or go ice fishing, sledding, or tobogganing! 

Sky Gazing
Locations: All Stroud Region Parks!

X-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing
Locations: Levee Loop Trail from Dansbury Trailhead to Stroudsburg High School; Brodhead Creek Park trails; Zacharias Pond Park Trail; Yetter Park (use Roosevelt Street parking lot). Snowshoers, please respect the ski trails.

Sledding & Tobogganing
Location:Church Hill, next to Stroudsburg Wesleyan Church, North Fifth Street, Stroud Township.

Ice Skating
Locations:Albertson Park Pond, Gregory’s Pond, Wedgewood Lake at Katz Park, Laurel Street Pond, Zacharias Pond. Please test the ice prior to participation.

Ice Fishing
Locations:Gregory’s Pond, Wedgewood Lake at Katz Park, Zacharias Pond.  Please test the ice prior to participation.

 

 

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