Family trip to knoebels!

So yesterday we went to Knoebels, we had a great time. It was my husband, Zach my second to youngest son, Xander my youngest son, My sister Melanie, her son (my nephew) Stevie, her boyfriend, his mother, & his brother. I'm just writing about this because this was definitely one of the most happiest days of my life. I've had a rough few months. We really didn't do anything all summer, the weather wasn't really all that great and with remodeling my home, our pocket book has been a little tight. My sister and I didn't always get along but since we both have been going through some pretty difficult issues with our mother we have been building a really good relationship. That's a great thing I don't have much family (that I can trust). But our day was great my son Xander who just turned 3 years old in July wanted to go on every ride. Last year we went he cried on every ride, I thought it was going to happen again this year. But it didn't I was sooo happy for him he enjoyed the entire day with no nap. He wanted to repeat rides, he even went on the log ride, the water ride with the big hill. It probably seemed sooo high to him being so little. I guess the main reason I'm sharing this is because 1. I'm happy. 2. I need to feel more closeness and support from my extended family. And 3. When your child is young and you try something, they don't like it......... Don't get discouraged. Try again. I hope next year when we go he will be happy and want to go on everything with or without someone with him. He makes me so proud. But I hate the fact that time goes so fast. My baby is growing up and pretty soon I'm going to blink and he will be going to school. Its a very hard thing for a mother to deal with. Well I'm going to try and sleep. Thank you for reading! Cassie! :)

I was Having Problems--Also get Great ideas and I forget!

The other night I was trying to post a blog post. For some reason it wouldn't post I tried 3 times and re wrote it. It wouldn't even save. I've been reading a lot of stuff on blogging and how to make extra money doing so. I found a lot of useful information doing so. But I get great ideas in my head and I forget to write it down. That's a bad habit. Also its summer time and with my family I don't have a whole lot of time to sit on the computer and write.

I will say for now that a lot of these "How to make money blogging" and "How to blog" websites and blogs are just for you to get on their websites and blogs and hope you click on their ads. A lot of them are just useless information. I realized recently I also have a pretty short attention span and memory. I don't know if its because its summer and right now I don't have time to myself or what is going on. But I would love to weed out the information pages that I find helpful and ones that are no use. They actually contradict what they write. So if I find the secret to this "Million Dollar" know how question, average people want to know to just make a couple extra dollars for their families. I will share it!

So far I have not!! I will keep on reading and keep on posting. Thank you for reading! Cassie!

I have been doing LOTS of research on things to do in the eastern side of PA and also NJ

There is really A LOT to do! It would take me forever to post everything! So I'm Going to Pretty much quick post everything I find. 

Stuff I'm Personally interested in I will take more time on that Blog. Otherwise you will get a little bit of info for each thing then the website link for further information. 


I didn't know there was this much to do between Museums, Parks, Zoo's, ETC.


So I hope you find this all helpful in finding something to do during summer and even the winter months! It just wont be so detailed! 


Also if you have been somewhere that is in the Eastern side of PA that I don't have on here please tell me about it! Because my Husband and I just realized we wont be able to take a week beach vacation. Now we will only be able to take a few day trips and I would like to choose wisely! Thank you!! Cassie!

Daniel Boone Homestead

LINK TO DANIEL BOONE HOMESTEAD 

Due to severe cuts in state funding and staff, the Friends of the Daniel Boone Homestead, a non-profit, volunteer-based community organization, will now be taking over the daily operations of the Daniel Boone Homestead. For the time being, operational hours of the Daniel Boone Homestead have been temporarily reduced. The Friends hope to increase hours as soon as possible and they truly appreciate your patience and support during this challenging time. Many special events will still be continuing throughout the year. Please visit the Calendar of Events page for more information. The Homestead and visitor center will be open for guided tours on Fridays and Saturdays between 10:00am and 4:00pm, Sundays between 12:00 and 4:00pm, and periodically during the week. The grounds of the homestead are open from 9am - 4:45pm Tuesday through Sunday.

History of Daniel Boone 

Visitor Info 

Youth Camping 
PLEASE IF YOU HAVE ANYMORE INFO ABOUT THE HOMESTEAD PLEASE POST A COMMENT! THANK YOU!

The Americana Museum of Bird-in-hand

MORE INFO ON THE BIRD-IN-HAND MUSEUM? CLICK HERE!! 

Step back to a time when cigars were two for a nickel, a can of soup cost a dime, and a shave was only fifteen cents.
Take a nostalgic walk through small town America at the dawn of the 20th century. Museum exhibits include a barber shop, woodworking shop, tea parlor, print shop, millinery, toy store, blacksmith shop, tobacco shop, apothecary, wheelwright shop, and a country general store, where neighbors often gathered to share news and play a friendly game of checkers beside the potbelly stove.

Located 2709 Old Philadelphia pike (Route 340) Bird-in-hand, PA 17505

Phone-(717)391-9780


THANK YOU!! ALSO IF YOU HAVE BEEN HERE OR ARE GOING LET ME KNOW ABOUT YOUR EXPERIENCE! CASSIE!!!

Aaron and Jessica's Buggy Rides

FOR MORE INFO ON BUGGY RIDES CLICK HERE 4 WEBSITE!! 

Aaron and Jessica's Buggy Rides!! Click Title for website and more information!!

For couples and Families!
Have choice of buggies or open wagons!

"Four Mile Country Ride"- Adults $10.00 to $12.00
Kids 12 years old and under- $5.00 To $6.00
Kids under 2 years old-FREE!

"The Farm Route"

"The cookie Run"

"Complete Amish Country Tour."
Complete Tour visits extra Amish sites and takes 1 hr., minimum in "private carriages" or Group Rides too!
$10 - $17 adults - $6 - $11 kids 12 and under, - kids under 2 always free!
We can customize your ride with additional stops.   Ask driver for pricing.

• The "Cookie Run"    A 3 mile + ride thru an Amish farm, with a brief stop for drinks and
  cookies. Feel the country (20-25 min.) Adults $10 Kids $5
  
  
• The "Amish Town Tour" A 4 mile tour passing an Amish Village, businesses and an All Amish farm area. Experience real Amish life (30-35 min.) Adults $12 Kids $6
  
  
• The "Amish Farm Tour"   Visit a Real Amish farm. Tour the barn, see the cows and big
  Clydesdale horses. America the way it used to be (50-60 min.) Adults $17 Kids $11
  
  
• The "Amish Journeys" Tour miles of Amish farms on a visit to an Amish store, pass a water powered flour mill. See the animals at the farm store and buy homemade Amish bread, eggs, crafts another items. (75-90 min.) "Customize your ride / ask for pricing."

Go to website for coupons and more info! 


Open- April to November- Monday thru Saturday- 9:00am to before sunset
Sunday-10:00am to 5:00pm
December to March- Monday to Saturday-9:00am to 4:30pm 


They offer sleigh rides in winter!!

Located- 3121A Old Philadelphia Pike. Bird-in-hand, PA 17505


Phone #(717)-768-8828


IF YOU HAVE DONE THIS OR ARE GOING TO DO IT, PLEASE TELL ME ABOUT IT! IF YOU WOULD LIKE ME TO POST PICTURES PLEASE SEND THEM TO ME!! THANK YOU! CASSIE!

American Civil War Museum Complex

CLICK HERE FOR CIVIL WAR MUSEUM WEBSITE!  

American civil war Museum complex - Wax Museum - Gift shop - Living History Programs!

The American Civil War Museum brings History "Back to life".
Its a Educational and Inspiring experience for families or tour groups for all ages.

History of the Civil War era and The battle of Gettysburg.

A recreated battle of Gettysburg in digitally enhanced battle room exhibit.

An animated Abraham Lincoln's deliverance of the Gettysburg address.

Admissions-Adults 18 years old and over- $5.50
Youth 6 years old to 17 years old- $3.00
Children 5 and under- FREE

Open 9:00am To 5:00pm Extended Spring and Summer Hours! Open Daily March to December!
For extended hours and special rates for groups call (717)-334-6245

Located- 297 Steinwehr Avenue. Gettysburg, PA 17325

LOTS MORE ON WEBSITE!!!

IF YOU HAVE EVER BEEN HERE, OR YOU ARE PLANNING TO GO PLEASE COMMENT WITH YOUR THOUGHTS! ALSO I WILL ACCEPT PICTURES AND
POST THEM! THANK YOU! CASSIE!

Things to do in Pennsylvania- South Central region

Things to do in South Central Pennsylvania!!

• Museums
• Buggy Rides
• Hershey's Chocolate World
• Adventure
• Crystal Cave
• Dinner Theatre
• Amusement Parks
• Wildlife Park
• Maple Grove Raceway 
• Zoo's

CLICK HERE FOR WEBSITE!! 

I'm going to now write about things to do in the South Central Region of Pennsylvania.. I have Realized I will not be able to take my family on a trip to the beach this year. So I'm doing the research on things to do anyways, so I might as well share this information with you also! Thank you! Cassie!!  

The Kutztown Folk Festival July 2nd TO July 10th- 9:00am TO 6:00pm

CLICK HERE FOR WEBSITE! FOR MORE INFO!  The 62nd AnnualKutztown Folk Festival
July 2 - July 10, 2011
9am - 6pm 

$3.00 OFF Admission for Adult or Senior Click link  

History unfolds before your eyes. Folklife, farming and gardening, churches and weddings, PA-Dutch dialect and folklore, spinning and weaving, country cooks, blacksmiths, furniture, candles, and more..  

• America's Largest Quilt Sale
• Baby Farm Animals
• Puppets
• Make and Take Crafts
• Haystacks and Mazes
• Story time, Sing-a-longs, and Hands on fun!

Pennsylvania Dutch and Early American Folk Art and Crafts! 200 of the Nation's most skilled artisans.

Pennsylvania Dutch Food- Family Style Feasts, Ox Roasts, Sausage Sandwiches, Pies, Pastries, and lots more!

Entertainment- Live Music, Dancing, Comedy, Country Auctions, Parades, Bands, Fiddling, Storytelling, Historical Seminars, and Traditions!

Telephone #- 1-888-674-6136

Location: Kutztown Fairgrounds * Kutztown, PA
Address:
225 N. White Oak St, Kutztown, PA 19530
Hours: 9 a.m-6 p.m.
Daily Admission:

• Adult: $14.00
• Senior citizens(55 & older): $13.00
• Junior (13-17)- $5
• All-week pass: $24.00
• Children (12 & Under): FREE 

FOR MORE INFO CLICK ON MY TITLE IT WILL TAKE YOU TO THE WEBSITE!! THANK YOU CASSIE!!

Camel Beach-CamelBack Mountain Resort & Waterpark

http://www.camelbeach.com/ 

Camel Beach Water Park!


Located at Camel Back Mountain Resort & Waterpark!
1 Camelback Road. Tannersville, PA 18372

Telephone #-(570)-629-1661

2011 Season Passes-$89.00

Coupons on Website!
Hours of Operation Please click this link!

Groups, Parties, Corporate Outings.

Two new mega thrill water rides OPENING June 2011!!

Wave Pool, Scenic Chairlift, Pharaoh's Phortress, Camel Cove, Blue Nile Adventure River, Tut's Treasures, Flow Rider, Checkered Flag, Challenge, Triple Venom Speed Slides, Vortex, Spin Cycle, Titan Family Raft, Kahuna Cove, Mat Slides, Olympic Swimming Pool, Raft Slides, Tube Slides, and More!!

There is also The Crossings outlets near buy! Also know as The Tannersville outlets! We talk the kids shopping for most of their school clothes there every year! Click this for more info on Crossings outlets (Tannersville Outlets)


FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK ON MY TITLE FOR WEBSITE! ALL INFO IS THERE! PLEASE IF YOU KNOW MORE ABOUT CAMEL BEACH & WOULD LIKE TO ADD YOUR EXPERIENCE PLEASE COMMENT! THANK YOU! CASSIE!

Knoebels Amusement Resort

http://www.knoebels.com/

What's New!!

Rides & Attractions

Rates

Camping

Swimming

Calendar & Events

Food & Picnicking

Group Outings

Local Lodging

Golf Course

AMERICA'S LARGEST FREE AMUSEMENT PARK!!!

Knoebels is Pennsylvania's Hometown Park.  Highlights include the Phoenix, rated one of America's ten best roller coasters, Scooter Bumper Cars, and timeless favorites like the Giant Wheel. Take a refreshing dip in sparkling Crystal Pool, or take the Giant Flume ride. At Knoebels, every day is full of action-packed family fun

Location: 391 Knoebels Blvd.
Elysburg, PA 17824

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK MY TITLE FOR LINK! ALL INFORMATION ABOUT KNOEBELS IS ON THEIR WEBSITE! ITS A GREAT PARK! AND THERE ARE RIDES FOR EVERYONE! ITS DEFINITELY A FUN FILLED DAY! CHECK IT OUT! PLEASE POST YOUR ON COMMENTS IF YOU WOULD LIKE! THANK YOU! CASSIE! 

Adventure Sports Inc. Delaware River Canoe and Raft Trips!

http://adventuresport.com 

Adventure Sports Delaware River - Canoe, Kayak, and Rafts!

Adventure Sports is Licensed by the National Park Service and has been running trips to the Delaware River since 1969! Abundant with Wildlife of all kinds and rich in Native American History, Many Islands, Beaches, and Swimming.

Rates- One day advanced reservation-$2.00 extra without reservations - Rates per person perday.
Two people per Canoe-or-Tandem Kayak.
Four people per Raft and One person solo Kayak.

Provided with Rental-Canoes, Kayaks or Rafts. Paddles, Life Jackets, River Maps, Orientation, Trip Planning, Free Shuttle Transportation for people, Luggage and Boats.

Use of Canoe, Kayak, or Raft from the time of your arrival until closing.
Multi-Day Canoe or Kayak Camping Trips.

Telephone #(570)-223-0505 or 1-800-487-2628

Located- Route 209 (2mi. North I-80 Exit-309) Marshall's Creek, PA 18335 

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK MY BLOG TITLE AND IT WILL TAKE YOU TO THEIR WEBSITE! 

I've never been here it seems really cool from what the website tells you! Please again Comment feedback if you have been here or are going and how it was! Thank you! Cassie!
The All-Purpose Guide to Paddling: Canoe, Raft, Kayak

The digest book of canoes, kayaks, & rafts

Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park-In Lake Ariel, PA

http://www.clawsnpaws.com 

Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park!

Located- Route 590 East of Hamlin, PA

GPS Address- 1475 Ledgedale Road. Lake Ariel, PA 18436

Open- May 1st Thru-Mid October- Hours-10:00am TO 6:00pm 7 Days a week.

Telephone #(570)-698-6154

2011 General Admission Rates: Adults 12 years old & up-$14.95
Ages 2 years to 11 years old-$10.95
Senior 65 years old & up-$13.95
1 years old and under-FREE

ALSO have one year pass!

They have animal shows, Ding Digs, Giraffe, and Lory Parrot Feedings.

Two different live animal shows everyday, you will see baby animals, colorful parrots, and interesting reptiles all close up!! Pet an Alligator and Python.

Petting Zoo has- Deer, Lambs, and Goats.
Turtle Town
Lory Parrot Feeding
Gemstone Sifting
Dino Dig

These Pictures are from 2010, when we went up to Claws N Paws Animal Park. It was a very nice day, A long ride through the back roads of Pennsylvania, it was nice if you like that sort of thing. But when we got there it was nice, you start out in the gift shop. Then walk out to a little garden. Everything from there is pretty much up hill, the Stroller really didn't go good, because its hills, dirt, and tree roots. We walked around to see all the animals, we caught 2 shows one with a snake, and the other with a porky-pine. Then we went to the petting zoo with the Lambs, Deer, and Goats. They are crazy animals!! They try to jump on you and look at this picture to the left the thing couldn't have been hungry! But yet it still felt the need to try and steal food! *Laughing*!
Then we went to Dino Dig and there wasn't anything going on there so then we went sifting for gemstones. Then after that they where having a Turtle Town opening, also the feeding of the Lory Parrots! It was fun my children ages: 15, 14, 13, and 2 years all enjoyed it! So it really is a place for all ages! It was also an all day affair!

Over 120 kinds of animals! White Tiger, Black Panther, African Lion, Siberian Tiger, Cougar, Wallaby (Kangaroo), Black Bear, Buffalo, Camel, Birds of Prey, and much much more!!

THERE IS A COUPON ON WEBSITE FOR $1.00 OFF EACH ADULT ADMISSION! CLICK MY TITLE FOR WEBSITE LINK!!

Please if you see my blog and go to Claws N Paws, or have been there please leave feedback on your time spent with the animals! Thank you! Cassie!

S & S Speedway Indoor Go-Kart in the Poconos

http://ssspeedways.com 

S & S Speedway Indoor Go-Karts in the Poconos!

 Open-Monday-Wednesday-12:00pm TO 5:00pm                  Thursday-Friday-5:00pm TO 10:00pm                                         Saturday-12:00pm TO 10:00pm                  Sunday-12:00pm TO 7:00pm

Location- Route 209 Snydersville, PA 18360
Telephone # (570)-420-5500

Must be 54" TALL to drive!

Birthday Parties, Bachelor Parties, Corporate events, Video Games, Snack Bar, Pool Table, Air Hockey, Full View Spectator Areas.

THE PRINTABLE COUPON ON WEBSITE IS EXPIRED!

CLICK ON S & S SPEEDWAY TITLE TO GO TO WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION!!

Bushkill Falls - The Niagara Falls Of Pennsylvania

http://visitbushkillfalls.com/ 

Bushkill Falls - The Niagara Falls of Pennsylvania!

Lodging-Fernwood Hotel and Resort
Location- Bushkill Falls Road. Bushkill, PA 18324
Telephone # (570)588-6682
Admissions- Adults-$11.00/Day   Seniors-$10.00/Day   Children Ages 4 to 10-$6.00/Day
Children under 3-FREE

EXTRAS- Mining for Gemstones - Miniature Golf - Paddle Boat - Fishing.

Charles E. Peters: Opened Bushkill Falls to the public in 1904, with a single path and a swinging bridge over the head of the main falls. Bushkill is still owned by the Peters family!

The Niagara Of Pennsylvania Is Beautiful scenery with marsh and the call of wild birds. Wild Flowers, Gigantic Boulders, Trails, and Bridges with splendid views!
 I was here when I was a child, I remember being able to go into the falls and going off the trails. Since then I know that is no longer allowed! This is definitely a hike! Good for a person who loves to walk and hike! Make sure you wear your sneakers! Some Trails are very long, I also wouldn't recommend taking strollers.

CLICK THE TITLE FOR LINK TO THE WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION!!

The website has- History Trails, Location & Directions, Admissions, Lodging Information, Operating Calendar, Shopping & Dining, Photo Gallery, Calendar of Events, Media/Press Releases, and Contact.

This is a great place to go for a family day! Please if you go comment and let us know your feelings! Thank you! Cassie!

Carousel Water and Fun Park

http://carousel-park.com/ 

The BIG little water and fun park in the Poconos your entire family will love!!

Carousel Water and Fun Park! Free Parking, Free Admissions, and Pay-One-Price Savings!

Water Slides - Wading Pool - Bumper Boats - Go-Karts - Mini-Golf - Kiddie Kars - Game Room - Snack Bar - One-Price-Ticket Good from 11:00am TO 6:00pm
Go to WEBSITE for List of Prices!

Website also has A Printable $3.00 OFF COUPON GOOD TILL July 31, 2011 Good for the One-Price-Ticket!

Location- 1018 Beach Lake Highway (Route 652) Beach Lake, PA 18405
Telephone # (570)-729-7532

PLEASE CLICK MY TITLE FOR LINK TO THE WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION!

Lahey Family Fun Park, Inc. Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania

http://laheyfunpark.net 

Lahey Family Fun Park-
Batting Cages, Bumper Boat Pond, Miniature Golf, Go-Cart Track, Arcade, Family Outings, Birthday Parties, Company Or Group Outings, Under 12-Soft Play Area.

Location- 500 Morgan Hwy. Clarks Summit, PA Telephone # (570)-586-5699

Hours- Sunday to Thursday- 10:00am To 10:00pm AND Friday And Saturday- 10:00am To 11:00pm

I've never heard of this place before, please go to website for more information. Also if you have been here or are going to go please give us feedback!

CLICK TITLE FOR WEBSITE!! THANK YOU CASSIE!!!

Pocono Snake & Animal Farm In North East Pennsylvania

http://poconosnakeandanimalfarm.com/index.html 

Pocono Snake and Animal Farm- A Perfect Starter Zoo! Leopards, Wolf, Bear, Deer, Mountain Lion, Bobcats, Monkeys, Lemurs, Sloths, Fennec Foxes, Chinchillas, Raccoon, Macaws, Alligators, Huge Snapping Turtles, ETC.

Tips and Hints:  

• Low heeled shoes only. No outside food or drink allowed.
• Children must be accompanied by at least one adult.
• Hand sanitizing available on premises after feeding and petting.
• Don't forget your camera!

Snakes, Green Mamba, King Cobra, Gaboon Viper, Rattlesnakes and Cobras, 23 Foot Reticulated Python, 150 pound Alligator, and Snapping Turtle.

ADMISSIONS- Adults-$7.50      Seniors-$6.50
Kids (Ages 2-12)-$5.50     Kids Under 2-FREE

Seven Bridge Road. 1.5 Miles from EXIT 309 (Marshall Creek) Just off Route 80!
Telephone # (570)-223-8653

Sounds like a great day with animals, and for little children! Please let us know if you have been here or if you do go let us know what you think!!

CLICK ON TITLE FOR WEBSITE!! PLEASE CHECK IT OUT FOR MORE INFORMATION!

The Old Mach Chunck Model Train Display- Museum

http://omctraindisplay.com 

The Old Mauch Chunk Model Train Display! Huge Model train display- brief history into the world of model trains!

Owned by the Heery family- Located on the second floor of the Hooven Mercantile building- next to the Rail Road Station in downtown- 41 Susquehanna Street. Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
Telephone number- (570)-325-4371

Train Display of H.O. Trains. Over 200 Structures, Houses, Churches, Stores, and Skyscrapers.
Allentown Landmarks, PPL Tower, The Americus Hotel, and The Episcopal high rise. More than 100 Bridges and Trestles. Much Much More!

June Hours- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday- By Appointment Only!
Saturday-12:00pm TO 4:00pm
Sunday-1:00pm TO 4:00pm
Monday-12:00pm TO 4:00pm WEATHER PERMITTING

Winter Hours-Saturday-12:00pm TO 4:00pm
Sunday-1:00pm TO 4:00pm WEATHER PERMITTING

ADMISSIONS- Adults-$4.00 Senior Citizens Age 62 and above-$3.00
Children ages 3-12-$2.00 Children under 2- FREE!
 
COUPON ON WEBSITE CLICK TITLE FOR WEBSITE & MORE INFORMATION!!

PLEASE IF YOU HAVE BEEN HERE, OR PLAN TO GO HERE PLEASE COME BACK AND WRITE A COMMENT AND LET US KNOW IF YOU ENJOYED IT! THANK YOU! CASSIE!

The PA fishing Museum At Pecks Pond

http://peckspond.com/museums.htm 

The PA Fishing Museum at Pecks Pond- Fishing tackle from the late 1700's to the 1950's. Ice fishing exhibits, Creels, Rods, Reels, Lures, Fly Fishing, Motors, Folk Art, and Fishing Art. Decoys and other Miscellaneous items!

Open 9:00am to 6:00pm Everyday
Winter months call for hours Telephone- (570)-775-7237

Fishing, Boating Rentals, Float Trips, Nature, Outfitters, Marina, Pecks Pond Backwater Adventures.
Located at 1270 Route 402 Pecks Pond Dingmans Ferry, PA 18328

If you have ever been here and know any information about this place please comment and let the everyone know! Thank you!

CLICK TITLE FOR WEBSITE!! THANK YOU!