Discover the Poconos with Kids [Paperback]

Marynell Strunk (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1998

The first family guide to the Poconos details hundreds of things to do with kids. Covers entertainment, lodging, outdoor activities, sports, festivals and celebrations. Includes websites, coded for wheelchair and stroller access plus birthday party facilities. A must for families who travel as well as those who live there.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Just what you need to get the most out of the Poconos. There's plenty for the entire family to do, and this book spells it out: George Roberts, news anchor Blue Ridge Cable TV 13

An excellent guidebook to the many popular and hidden attractions in the Pocono region. -- Tracey Downs, Editor, where & When, Pennsylvana's Travel Guide

About the Author

Marynell Strunk lives and works in the Poconos. She is a feature writer for Family Living magazine of Northeastern PA and a columnist who specializes in family entertainment, as well as writing about outdoor activities for an on-line magazine. She lives there with her husband and two daughters -- who research and explore right along with her.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Johnston Associates International; 1st edition (February 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1881409201
• ISBN-13: 978-1881409205
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,551,927 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars A Waste of Paper, January 9, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Discover the Poconos with Kids (Paperback)

I purchased the book because I live about 1 1/2 hours from the Poconos, and I am always looking for activities with two active outdoor type boys. I expected to recieve a book with information and ideas beyond the basic brochure rack and highway sign type information. What I received was not even as good as a large pile of brochures. It was simply a list of the different attractions in the Poconos with bare bones descriptions. There were no ratings, opinions, or commentaries of any kind regarding the places and activities. This book is not a "Guide" to the Poconos, it is a "List" of the Poconos.

If you were expecting anything that resembles a travel book, such as Lonley Planet or Fodor's, which helps you decide what to do, not just list the names and addresses of attractions, keep looking (I know I still am).

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book for People of All Ages, February 17, 2000

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Joe Henry (West Long Branch, N.J.,) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Discover the Poconos with Kids (Paperback)

I visited the Poconos with my parents as a youngster and continue to do so with my family because we enjoy all of the activities this area offers to everyone regardless of age. The book "Discover the Poconos with Kids" contains a wealth of information which prior to its publication was not available to families. It provides excellent concise and informative articles on activities for the young and old. In fact, I just took my family to the Poconos in January as my older granddaughter wanted to learn how to ski. Before taking the trip I reviewed the book to up date my knowledge on the various ski resorts and other points of interest for my younger granddaughter. I highly recommend this book to anyone planning a trip to the Poconos whether it be in the winter, spring, summer or fall as the book details family activities for all seasons.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great For Grandparents On The Go, February 5, 2000

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mabel minnier (Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Discover the Poconos with Kids (Paperback)

Now retired, my husband and I enjoy day trips with our four grandchildren or two great-grandchildren. One of our fondest destinations is the Pocono Mountains. Ms. Strunk's book was a hot birthday gift last summer, and we've all reaped the benefits of its wealth of information during our many treks during numerous seasons. Thank you, Ms. Strunk, for making our visit so easy! This book is a wonderful compilation of the multitude of activities available for children of all ages - even Clair and I as we approach our late 70s! Our younger counterparts seem to enjoy our every adventure to any of the quaint and friendly communities in the Poconos, specifically when we can plan our trip as we drive out there. Over these past months, we've developed some favorite stops, thanks to this book, but we're always prepared to try something new that will make our journey memorable. Ms. Strunk's hard work makes our visits easy and fun. Thus far, the information she's provided us with has been invaluable and right on the money. We purchased copies of this book as Christmas gifts this year for some of our friends and each of our children's families. We're hoping they will find the same delight amid the pages of this great guide.