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Woodloch: The Ultimate Poconos “Summer Camp”

Finding the ultimate Poconos summer camp, complete with bonfires, nature hikes, seemingly countless hours in the lake, and budding friendships, has never been easier. Enter Woodloch, the top-rated family resort in North America. While Woodloch is widely beloved for its family-focused, homegrown programming, guests also enjoy our sprawling, 1,200-acre lakeside setting as a place to laugh, learn, grow, and bond.

A Unique Poconos Summer Camp: What’s the Occasion?

Woodloch isn’t a typical Poconos summer camp that pulls adolescents from their families for a couple of weeks. At its core, our four-season respite helps foster family bonding in a variety of ways, including team-building activities, family-style dining, and after-dark entertainment. That being said, Woodloch wears many hats. We also cater to groups of all shapes and sizes from Manhattan to Philadelphia and Allentown. So, what’s the occasion? We’ve hosted a wide-ranging variety of uniquely-designed Poconos summer camps, including Girl and Boy Scout trips, multi-family gatherings, church groups, team banquets, homeschool trips, STEM-centered outings, and some of the best birthday parties imaginable.

A Bevy of Classic Camp Activities

Photo a Kayakers on Lake Teedyuskung, Home to the Finest Poconos Summer Camp.

As one of the top-reviewed overnight summer camps in Pennsylvania, we’ve meticulously curated dozens of homegrown activities that are meant to look and feel like classic camp-like activities. After all, the landscape that hugs Lake Teedyuskung was once home to multiple Poconos summer camps, including a horseback outpost and a weight-loss retreat. Naturally, this private, 15-acre lake, as well as the surrounding forestry, procures thoughts of the good old days where kids would come of age amid Mother Nature’s embrace.

Thankfully, Woodloch is as customizable as any other Poconos summer camp. Not only can children water ski, swim, row, paddle, and sail atop this serene lake, but the shoreline is where much of the magic happens, including the crowd-pleasing Summer Olympic games, speedy go-cart races, and countless craft-related workshops. Much like most summer camps near NYC, the kids can also hike in the surrounding wilderness, play over a dozen unique sports as we;; as brain-teasing games, and learn new skills.

All-Inclusive Summer Resorts in Pennsylvania

Start planning a “unique-to-you” summer camp getaway at Woodloch, and give us a call at 800-453-8263 (option #2). Our team can answer any potential questions, help piece together a sample itinerary, and pair the group with accommodations that suit your size, style, and budget. As always, our all-inclusive Poconos vacation packages allow families, groups, teams, and Troops to potentially save hundreds by bundling. Browse through our packages at Woodloch.com.

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Trips for Kids: 10 Reasons Why You Need Woodloch Resort Right Now

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Fun Trips for Kids: 10 Reasons You Need Woodloch Right Now

It’s been a long three months for much of the U.S. populace, as we collectively clashed with COVID-19. After countless hours of relaunch strategy, Woodloch Resort is officially ready to open its doors on June 19, 2020. Woodloch’s Wellness Standard, which is meticulously outlined on the website, makes it possible for families to enjoy all 1,500 acres of gorgeous Pocono Mountain wilderness.

It’s official: The Woodloch experience is back! Everything that you and your family need to know about a potential summer stay can be found via this comprehensive special statement. We’ve examined every last detail of the business to ensure that we provide a safe, limited-contact environment, including everything from activities to rooms and dining. We’re a proud “AHLA Safe Stay,” and together, we can stop the spread. As one of the world’s most beloved trips for kids, we cannot wait to welcome all of your smiling faces this summer and well beyond!

10 Reasons Why You Need Woodloch Now, More Than Ever

While things are certainly going to look and feel a little differently in the coming weeks and months, the overall bonding experience remains the same. Our small village of employees has been providing memorable trips for kids for several decades. This classic Poconos resort is still all-inclusive in every sense of the word. Families can partake in dozens of scheduled (and socially distanced) activities, devour two meals per day, enjoy live nightly entertainment, slumber inside our spacious accommodations, and explore 1,500 acres of sheer natural beauty. So, without further ado, here are 10 reasons why your family needs Woodloch now, more than ever:

There’s never been a better time to rediscover Mother Nature, including her curious critters, still waters, and towering pines.
America needs family bonding that’s achieved outside of the living room. Hike together. Smash into each other on bumper boats. Learn how to trap shoot together. Paddle together to Lake Teedyuskung’s hearth. Dine out together again.
The family deserves a break. We don’t have to tell you that.
Be a part of something historic. This is a new, untold chapter in all of our lives. This first wave of guests will help shape the way we do business for many years to come.
Everyone, the kids included, need exercise. Put the remote down. Get off the couch. Let’s exercise together in a variety of fun, simplistic ways, including hiking, kayaking, batting, and scavenger hunts.
This is your chance to put down the smartphones, turn off the television, and silence email notifications. Unplug. Unwind. Relax. And Rejuvenate.
That vacation time is starting to pile up. Please don’t lose it. Use it. Americans lost a collective 768 million days of vacation time in 2018. Ouch.
Hopping into the car sure beats boarding a plane and jetting off to an overcrowded faraway locale. In the near future, most trips for kids will be good old-fashioned “road trips.” Gas is cheap. Use that family vehicle to your advantage.
Social distancing comes naturally in the Pocono Mountains. Again, the resort owns 1,500 acres of landscape, including a sandy beach, several hiking trails, a golf course, and a pristine lake.
Prime reservations have been easier to nab. Strike while the iron is hot!

Family-First All-Inclusive Resorts in Pennsylvania

As the number one family resort in the U.S., Woodloch provides a bonding experience unlike any other. As most parents will attest, planning summertime trips for kids is no easy task. It’s hard to get a small group of youngins to agree upon, well, anything. However, everyone can agree on Woodloch’s adventurous allure. We’ll state it again: Strike while the iron is hot. All-inclusive Poconos vacation packages have never been more readily available than right now. And you’ll discover a wide variety of potential 2020-only savings on our website. Please don’t hesitate to reach out at 800-966-3562 with any questions.

Self-Esteem Activities for Kids | Confidence Builders | Woodloch Resort

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9 Confidence-Building Self-Esteem Activities for Kids

Parenting is hard work, especially for moms and dads with children that are struggling with self-esteem issues. There are no concrete solutions as every child is different, but there are several methods to help your little ones “come out of their shell” this year. Woodloch Resort is a family-run, family-first destination that integrates dozens of self-esteem activities for kids 365 days a year. Our lakeside haven has been helping children flourish and families bond since 1958. Nearly every one of our homegrown activities double as fun games to boost self-esteem. These confidence-building exercises take place in a safe fun environment where kids can earn medals, make friends, and learn new skills.

Get Creative: There are several ways for kids to test their creativity here in Hawley, PA, including jewelry-making, painting classes, and playing around with clay. We’re consistently surprised at how magnificently artistic kiddos can be, especially with a healthy dose of encouragement from adults and fellow children.
Win a Medal: Every day, we offer nearly 30 activities for kids, many of which allot medals to winners. These games encourage teamwork, diligence, and innovation. We’ve already got some great ideas from #WoodlochAtHome- absolutely FREE for the taking!
Step Outside of Your Comfort Zone: Your little ones (or teenagers) can partake in a wide variety of character-building activities that are a tad bit outside of their comfort zone. Activities such as rock climbing, bumper cars, and Double Dare are splendid ways for kids to conquer fears and discover another side of themselves.
Solve a Riddle: Join a scavenger hunt, enter an escape room, or play Woodloch Feud the next time that you’re on campus. These fun, self-esteem boosting, group activities encourage kids to think outside the box, use their intuition, and showcase their skill sets whether they win or lose.
Teamwork: Nearly every one of our confidence-building activities promotes teamwork, which in turn encourages children to interact with others. Naturally, children grow bonds, push each other, and focus on their strengths.
Meet New Friends: It’s tough saying goodbye to a new friend, which is why we always motivate kids to stay in touch with one another. The easiest way to stay in touch is by becoming penpals. Children aren’t drafting hand-written letters nowadays, but exchanging numbers and finding each other on Instagram is just as effective.
Learn a New Skill: It’s nearly impossible to leave Woodloch Resort without learning a new skill as we offer dozens of self-esteem boosting activities for kids, including trapshooting, ice skating, cooking classes, archery, water skiing, and so many more!
Meet a New Furry Friend: If your child is having difficulties connecting with other kids, perhaps a visit to our petting zoo will enliven their spirits. After all, bonding with other children is much easier if they’re both petting an adorable animal.
Children’s Parties: A lot of families visit us during a holiday season, whether that’s Halloween, Christmas, or Easter. While we always craft several character-building games around each holiday, sometimes a good old-fashioned themed party is the best way to let your child gain self-confidence.

Family-Focused Weekend Getaways in PA

To learn more about our countless self-esteem boosting activities for kids, please give us a call today at 800-966-3562. We’d love to tell you more about our many activities, all-inclusive meal plans, and lakeview guest rooms. And we can handle just about any special request. USA Today recently named us as the number one family resort in the United States, so you know that your kiddos are in good hands!

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