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Discover the Poconos with Kids

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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).

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.

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.