Pocono Historical Trolley Tour

08/22/2025

Hi everyone - Jane here. I helped start the trolley tour, but right now, we need your help. The owner of this trolley, and Pocono Daytripper, Peter Luck was in a horrible accident last Friday evening. He has committed every moment of his time to make sure everyone enjoys the Pocono’s just as much as he does. This business he started meant the world to him, and luckily his son, Alex has stepped in to make sure the tours continue. I’m sharing the gofundme for his recovery, but ultimately any thoughts or prayer his way help. Thank you guys so much for everything!

https://gofund.me/1ab5a196

03/07/2025

...and they all come through the Poconos!

Congratulations to Tara Dower for becoming the fastest person in history to complete the Appalachian Trail! The 31-year-old from Virginia completed the 2,168 mile (3,489 km) backcountry trail in 40 days, 18 hours, and five minutes, a distance usually covered by an A.T. thru-hiker in five to seven months.

To set the record, Dower ran and hiked an average of 54 miles each day on the often rocky and steep trail, which includes a total vertical gain of 465,000 feet as it runs through fourteen states. She started her daily runs at 3:30 am and continued for approximately 17 hours with several short breaks for meals and 90-second "dirt naps."

Dower used her record-setting run to raise money for Girls on the Run, saying that she hopes her feat will inspire girls and women. “I hope more women get out there,” she said. “It’s not about beating men, it’s about finding our true potential. And, you know, if you beat the men, that’s an extra bonus.” When she reached the trail's end on Saturday night, the exhausted but jubilant Dower fell to her knees and put her hands on the bronze plaque that reads, “A footpath for those who seek fellowship with the wilderness.”

Image credit: Tara Dower

02/15/2025

The 100 year temporary bridge is no more!

01/27/2025

Yes!

Pictures do not do this view justice. Just beautiful.

11/20/2024

10/31/2024

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Once you try their decadent, handcrafted chocolates, you'll realize what you’ve been missing right here in the Slate Belt! 😍 Don't settle for anything less than the best this spooky season!

Visit them online at www.alexandraandnicolay.com to see what makes their chocolates irresistible. Located at 507 Delaware Ave., Portland, PA 18351