A Woodloch-Themed Summer Checklist for Kids

There’s never been a better time to start planning for your next summertime vacation than right now, especially with the current state of the nation. Turning a negative, such as coronavirus, into a positive comes naturally here at Woodloch Resort, the top family resort in the country. Peering ahead to summer’s golden haze, even in the midst of spring’s thaw, is a healthy undertaking as it gives the entire family something to gleefully anticipate. In the spirit of looking ahead to that long-awaited, well-deserved summer vacation, we’ve compiled a Woodloch-themed summer checklist for kids.

Summer Checklist for Kids: A Whole Summer in One Week

Not every family needs a summer checklist for kids — particularly all of you go-with-the-flow vacationers out there. But it’s a true joy to watch your kid’s eyes light up when crafting your own family-focused summer checklist. Here at Woodloch, these 30 activities are as much a part of the day as a scenic Poconos sunrise:

Perform a random act of kindness

Learn a new skill

Build something from scratch

Make the perfect bed

Photo of a Bonfire. Check That Off Your Summer Checklist for Kids

Embark on a nature walk

Go swimming

Bake a yummy treat

Craft the world’s best s’more

Learn to stargaze

Start a water balloon fight

Practice patience by fishing with Dad and Mom

Write a letter to Grandma and Grandpa

Ride a bicycle

Watch fireworks

Photo of 5 Kids on a Dock. Now's the Time to Make a Summer Checklist for Kids.

Help plan a picnic with the family

Build a sandcastle

Paint something important to you

Make a new friend

Slurp up an ice cream cone

Win a gold medal

Feed local birds

Try rock climbing

Learn the art of photography

Make a list of rainy day activities

Challenge the family to eat an entire watermelon

Learn to water ski

Get a tan (use plenty of sunscreen)

Compete in a scavenger hunt

Win a hot dog eating contest

Ride a horse

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Yes, Woodloch Resort has won countless awards for its family-focused vacation packages, outrageous on-site amenities, and world-class staff. But we also boast an on-site spa, golf course, and wedding facilities. Please reach out to our dedicated team to learn more about our many services (or if you have any questions about this summer checklist for kids) by dialing 1-800-966-3562. Stay in the know about upcoming events, including our ongoing “Home Programming,” by following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Woodloch Resort is currently closed due to COVID-19. We’re set to re-open on May 1, 2020. Please read our official COVD-19 statement for more information.

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Woodloch “By The Numbers’

Woodloch is a busy place all year round! We dug around and found a couple of really great statistics to share with you- we hope you enjoy them!

Every year, we welcome about 80,000 guests through our lobby doors

Woodloch has 231 accommodations to stay in. That is equivalent to just about 938 beds and rollaways for our guests to get a good night’s sleep (which they will need!)

In Woodloch’s ever-growing catalog of things to do, we feature 187 (and counting) games, contests, and activities. That’s a lot to choose from when creating our daily activity sheet!

Summertime is our busiest season, and it requires a lot of help. During our busiest periods, more than 1300 employees work at Woodloch in front and behind the scenes… that’s just about a 1 to 1 guest/staff ratio!

Woodloch set up shop on Lake Teedyuskung in 1958. It’s a natural spring-fed lake that is about 3 miles around and is 30 feet at its deepest end!

We’ve been enjoying waterskiing on our lake since the early days- our best skiers shred the wakes at about 35 miles per hour!

Woodloch is a big place- over 135 acres at our main property. Thankfully, we have shuttle buses to help you get around- every year, they take approximately 18,571 laps around our resort, bringing guests from point A to B!

You’ll notice beautiful flowers adorning gardens spring through fall, all planted and tended to by our gardening staff! In fact, they plant approximately 10,000 flowers every year!

We are BIG on breakfast here! We roll over 55,000 of our famous “Scandinavian Pancakes” here every year (what can we say, our guests work up quite the appetite).

Speaking of which, more than 1,500 crumb cakes are sold to guests at our Country Store every year to share with friends back home (or… maybe not).

We do our best to stay “green.” Working with our friends at Blackmore Farms, we re purpose over 80,000 pounds of food waste into compost, which brings new life to fresh veggies that are used in dishes right here at The Lodge at Woodloch and Woodloch Springs.

One of Woodloch’s most popular desserts at dinnertime is our famous “Mud Pie.” It includes coffee ice cream, chocolate graham crust, fudge and whipped cream topping. We serve just about 36,000 slices of it each year!

Woodloch features a 700 seat theater which we call our “Heritage Night Club.” Every table includes a basket of snacks- we serve almost 1,600 pounds of pretzels throughout the year!

New Year’s Eve is Woodloch’s busiest package in our calendar year. We pop open over 250 bottles of champagne as we count down the New Year!

For several decades, Woodloch had a very limited marketing department- we counted on “word of mouth” advertising from our guests (and it worked well for quite some time!) Fast forward to 2023, we now have over 5 million web page visits every year!

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The Ultimate Family Resort: Award-Winning Woodloch

The Woodloch Resort family is not one to hoard awards or revel in its accomplishments. Every award, accolade, and five-star review is the product of decades of hard work, creativity, ingenuity, and a passion for family bonding. Last year, we received perhaps our most prestigious award yet: the title of “Best Family Resort in America,” according to USA Today. We can’t pinpoint just one thing that won them over; perhaps it was our delicious, family-style meals or our countless daily activities? Every time we earn such high praise, the team as a collective whole feels humbled and honored to be listed alongside other amazing properties. Day in and day out, our team of staff are committed to making Woodloch the best family resort in the country.

A True All-Inclusive Family Resort in Hawley, PA

Below, you’ll find eight awards that we’ve received over the past few years. We believe that this collection of accolades perfectly encapsulates what makes Woodloch Resort so uniquely alluring. As one of the only award-winning, all-inclusive resorts near New York City, it’s worth providing a little background into each honor.

The Best Family Resort in America, USA Today

As stated above, this award meant a lot to the entire Woodloch family. A few things stand out with this award: we’re the only resort in the article within 315 miles of New York City, and a panel of experts spent countless hours curating the list.

#1 Classic American Family Resort, ResortsandLodges.com

We like to think that we’re a “classic” American family resort, so this award is particularly heartwarming. Families have the rare opportunity to unplug from today’s digital world and enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, such as water skiing, rock climbing, and archery.

Top 25 Hotels in the U.S., TripAdvisor

Anytime you’re nominated as a top hotel by TripAdvisor, it’s worth taking notice. The Lodge at Woodloch, our sister property, earned this accolade. This adults-only resort is centered around luxuriant spa treatments and fine culinary delights with a dash of creative outdoor exploration.

10 Best Snow Resorts, Parents.com

Yes! It’s important to note that Woodloch Resort is so much more than just a summertime escape. We’re open during all four seasons, all of which feature specifically-curated seasonal activities. Kids particularly love the on-site snow tubing, visits from Santa, and Winter Olympics.

The Best U.S. Resort, Happenings Magazine

Happenings Magazine might not garner global readership, but anytime you’re labeled the “best U.S. resort,” it means a lot. They go into depth on the many different ways that we keep our guests and staff “Happie.”

12 Best Resorts for Family Reunions, Family Vacation Critic

The folks at Family Vacation Critic have been very kind to us over the years. As they so eloquently point out, we accommodate various types of large groups throughout the year, including family reunions.

#4 Destination Spa in the World, Travel+Leisure

Yes, The Lodge at Woodloch is also a world-class spa. Family bonding is the focus at Woodloch Pines, and adults-only relaxation is central to The Lodge experience.

13 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in the U.S., Family Vacation Critic

There aren’t many award-winning resorts that are truly all-inclusive. While a handful of specialty services and the à la carte dining does cost a little extra, activities, entertainment, meals, and overnight accommodations are included in the price!

Group games and contests that promote bonding.

Four seasons of entertainment and activities.

To learn more about our award-winning Poconos resorts, please give us a call today at 1-800-966-3562. Otherwise, feel free to read up about our many on-site offerings, including snowshoeing excursions, self-esteem-building activities, and summer beach fun.

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