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Let the Season?s Brisk Air Energize Your Vacation This Winter in the Pocono Mountains

Woodloch Pines Resort is a four-season all-inclusive resort that offers something unique with each change of the weather.? Conveniently located in the Pocono Mountains and only an hour outside of Scranton, Woodloch Pines is a great staycation option for local residents.? While winter conjures up thoughts of a crackling fireplace, hot cocoa with melted marshmallows and sprawling lazily with a cozy blanket and book, Woodloch Pines Resort has something else in mind.

?Winter is one of our favorite seasons here at Woodloch Pines,? explains John Kiesendahl, owner and president of the family resort.? ?There is an energy buzzing through the Resort that can?t be explained.? Our guests who would typically stay inside at all costs find themselves the last to leave the Snow Tubing Raceway or the Ice Skating rink on Lake Teedyuskung.?? The social team works year round to plan new and exciting activities each winter.? A favorite is always the Winter Olympics, where guests compete in games such as mountain bowling, the snow shovel pass, and the snow tube switch-a-roo.

Each year, Woodloch Pines Resort transforms itself into a winter wonderland, with or without the help of Mother Nature. Last month, Woodloch commenced its annual snowmaking process so that guests can enjoy the two snow tube runs on property.? In addition to snow tubing, snowshoeing, ice fishing, and ice skating are popular activities.? ?Guests find that they enjoy the time they spend outdoors as it re-energizes them and pushes them out of the seasonal rut,? explains Kiesendahl.? Furthermore, because Woodloch makes its own snow, guests can revel in the fun of winter well into March.

Woodloch Pines Resort is the official resort for Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain.? Located only eight miles from Woodloch, the partnership allows guests a 50% discount on lift tickets.? Ski Big Bear is known for their family-friendly atmosphere and is the perfect place to learn with their personalized ski instruction and user-friendly trails.

Of course, winter wouldn?t be winter without the cold-weather favorites that are found indoors.? Woodloch offers award-winning homemade breads and baked goods that guests order to take home with them, a new hot chocolate menu, and special winter cocktail menu that help keep guests cozy after enjoying the fresh air.? Guests naturally congregate around the multiple fireplaces found throughout the property.? They can also partake in a variety of game show contests, experience Woodloch?s Broadway-style theme show, or just relax in the indoor pool area, complete with Jacuzzi and kid?s Splash Zone.

Woodloch Pines Resort offers special pricing for midweek winter getaways starting at $99 per adult per night, with children under six staying free.? This offer is valid from January 14-February 14, 2013.

About Woodloch Pines Resort:

Creating a magical experience for families since 1958, Woodloch Pines Resort?s signature warm hospitality keeps guests returning year after year and offers a truly unique all-inclusive family vacation experience fitting for everyone?s taste.? An award-winning family resort, championship golf course, and sister property featuring a luxury destination spa are just 95 scenic and convenient miles from New York and Philadelphia nestled in the Pocono Mountains Lake Region.? For more information call 800-966-3562 or visit woodloch.com.

Other Area Winter Fun

Feb. 8?24

Crystal Cabin Fever presents DINOSAURS

11 a.m. Sculpted Ice Works, Lakeville. A spectacular ice-carving display. Carved from 100 tons of ice. Ride the 50? Dinosaur Ice Slide. Take your picture on a Prehistoric Ice Throne. Themed ice sculptures, additional ice slide, expanded courtyard & parking. Tour the Ice Factory & see how it all works. ??????????? Info: 570-226-6246.

Feb. 16

Paupack Plunge

Lighthouse Harbor Marina, Greentown. Plunges every 1/2 hour, 11 a.m.?3 p.m. Charity event to benefit local dive & rescue teams. Participants take the plunge into icy Lake Wallenpaupack. Register to reserve your time slot. Info: 570-857-0220 or www.paupackplunge.com.

Mar. 3

11th Annual Chili-Wing Cook Off

Noon?3 pm. Ehrhardt?s Waterfront Restaurant, Hawley. Enter your favorite chili &/or wing recipe or just spend a late winter?s day tasting delicious samples & judging your favorites. Trophies & awards. Info: 570-226-3191 or visit@lakeregioncc.com.

Feb. 14?18

Festival of Ice

Clarks Summit. Theme: ?Sub-Zero Superheroes? Parade Feb. 14, 7 p.m. Live music, live ice carvings, comic con. Free admission & parking.

Info: 570-587-9045.