Looking for that special weekend activity near Blue mountain Ski, Lehighton,and Andreas then consider these two hidden treasures in Schuykill County! Hawk Mountain Sanctuary & Alexander Benjamin Bed & Breakfast!
Wild about Winter
Saturday, January 15
Join us at the Visitor Center to celebrate the winter season. A great excuse to get the family outdoors and moving! Activities will include:
11 am, Create a Pinecone Critter
Noon, Live raptor program
12:45, Snowflake Bingo
1 pm, Winter Woods Walk (limited to 25, trail fee applies)
1:30 pm, Make-a-Flake, Paper snowflake cutting or coloring
2:15, Live raptor program
ALL DAY: Complimentary hot chocolate and shade-grown coffee, handcrafted jewelry disply by local artist Marilyn Pounder, and FREE trail admission for children ages 12 and under.
Hawk Mountain: Celebrated 75 Years of Raptor Conservation, 1934-2009. Located in east-central Pennsylvania, Hawk Mountain is the world's first refuge for birds of prey. Open year-round, visitors enjoy scenic vistas, 8-miles of ridge and valley trails, a Visitor Center, Bookstore, and native plant garden, and each autumn, the chance to observe large numbers of hawks, eagle and falcons as they migrate past our lookouts. Operating as a non-profit eco-tourism site, your trail fee or membership dues directly support scientific research, public education and Sanctuary maintenance.
Directions : From Andreas 25 Minutes
- Take 895 West crossing 309 through New Ringgold
- Turn Right ONTo Rt. 895 West
- Turn Left at blue Hawk Mountain sign (Drehersville)
- Cross railroad tracks and Little Schuylkill River
- Go 2 miles to top of mountain; turn RIGHT into parking lot
Looking for a place to relax and stay overnight on your weekend excursion to Hawk Mountain consider the .....
The Alexander Benjamin House Country Lodging and Breakfast www.abhouse.net was built circa 1880 but provides the accommodations of the 21st century. It's perfect for a romantic getaway, a cozy overnight, or an exciting weekend on the ski slopes. We are located minutes from Blue Mountain Ski Resort, Hawk Mountain Bird Sanctuary, and the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail.
Located right outside of both historic Jim Thorpe and Palmerton, centrally located between Tamaqua and Allentown in lovely Schuylkill County, you can do what your heart desires. From skiing, hiking, fly fishing, bird watching, golfing, mountain biking, touring the vineyards and wineries, swimming, shopping, to just reading and relaxing, there are endless possibilities! Visit our newly opened art studio-Field's End Art Works and watch a demonstration, see new artwork or just have a friendly chat! You can view artwork online at:
www.fieldsendart.com
In the mornings, we invite you to enjoy a delicious home-cooked breakfast. Our breakfasts are made of your choice of organic eggs from our local farmers, sausages, bacon and other tasty breakfast meats, fresh local in season fruit, gourmet pancakes and delectable french toast, hot cereals, potatoes, just baked pastries and newly squeezed juices, freshly ground coffee, or a variety of tea-- our healthy and hearty breakfasts are made to get your day started right!
We use only organic ingredients in our breakfasts, and all of our meals are 100% home cooked.
We can accommodate and safely store your ski equiptment, bikes, and any other bulky gear in our onsite storage garage, as well as offer you ample off-street parking.
We offer seasonal specials, including ski packages, Honeymoon specials, wine tour packages, fly fishing packages, golf resort weekend packages, military discounts, corporate and long term lodging specials, frequent stay specials, "Murder Mystery" weekends, and other fun events! Call us or email us for further information--we'd be glad to help plan and host your special event.
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