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Poconos/Upstate PA Family
1960’s
1800’s “Back in 1963, I wanted to take my 5 kids
Generations of Keens have called Keen Lake on a vacation. I didn’t have much money
home since 1814. Today seventh and eighth at the time, and a friend of mine had just
generation family members contribute to one of gotten back from a camping trip to Keen
Pennsylvania’s most beautiful family camping Lake. He told me the park was clean, they
resorts. had a lot of activities for kids, and the
price was affordable. I haven’t missed a
summer at Keen Lake since.”
Bob O’Halloran, New Jersey
1950’s
James and Dorothy Keen were newlyweds
when they built a simple cottage on the shores
of Keen Lake. They envisioned bringing their 2000’s
children to the cozy little cabin on the water to “We believe passionately in the values
swim and fish and enjoy the outdoors. The family camping offers. Anytime a family is
Yellow Cottage became the first of the 13 together is cause for celebration, and we
cottages and housekeeping units that comprise strive to provide a unique experience for
Keen Lake rental properties. each of our guests. Keen Lake offers a
variety of venues whether you fancy
yourself a “fish whisperer” or prefer a day
www.keenlake.com
of structured activities.” The Keen Sisters
Waymart, Pennsylvania 18472
155 Keen Lake Road
155 Keen Lake Road
WAYMART, PENNSYLVANIA 18472
570-488-5522 • 570-488-6161
RESERVATIONS • 1-800-443-0412
www.keenlake.com
Celebrate
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Cottages Tanglewood,Sno and Directions
Check in 2 p.m. Check out 10 a.m. Elk Mountain Ski
Located just off Route 6 between Carbondale and Honesdale, PA
June 19 to Sept. 4 - lakefront rentals resorts are nearby. on Keen Lake Road.
by week only (Sat. to Sat.)
June 26 to Sept. 4 -all rentals by week only (Sat. to Sat.)
FROM THE NORTH OR SOUTH
145 mi. from Harrisburg - on 81N to east 6 Carbondale*
Holiday rentals - 3-night minimum 96 miles from Allentown - 22 West to I-476 (Northeast
All other rental Extension of the PA Turnpike) to Wyoming Valley Exit 115 to 81
periods - 2- School House North. Follow signs for East 6 Carbondale*
night minimum 150 mi. from Philadelphia - I-476 (Northeast Extension of the
stay. The Cottage on Turnpike) to Wyoming Valley Exit 115 to 81 North. Follow signs for
Hermit Island East 6 Carbondale*
Rates based on
four-person 200 miles from Wilmington, DE - 95 N to Philadelphia. Follow
occupancy directions from Philadelphia.
55 miles from Binghamton, NY - Take 81 South to Exit 187.
Follow signs for East 6 Carbondale*
The Colonial Home
*Follow East 6 (Robert Casey Highway) to traffic
light at the intersection of Routes 6 and 296 in Waymart. Using
the traffic light as a landmark, continue on 6 East for 1.7 miles.
Turn right on Little Keen Road. At the stop sign at the bottom of
The Laurel hill, turn left onto Keen Lake Road.
and the Primrose
Cottages
FROM THE EAST
175 mi from Hartford, CT on 84W**
Lakefront Cottages
300 mi. from Boston, MA on 90W to 84W**
110 mi. from George Washington Bridge, NY on 80W to Exit
Year Round Rentals 34B (Sparta) to 15N to 206N to 6W to 84W** OR 80W to 380N to
Colonial Home East 6 Carbondale (Robert Casey Highway) to traffic light at
Nestled amidst Northeastern Pennsylvania intersection of 6 and 296 (Waymart). Continue on 6E for 1.7
pines, these enchanting rentals offer an miles. Turn right onto Little Keen Road. At stop sign at the
alternative to impersonal hotels. Choose from the bottom of the hill, turn left onto Keen Lake Road.
the Hearth* or Haven*, two 2-bedroom, one ** From 84 West, take PA Exit 30 (Blooming Grove). Make Right
bathroom units with lakeside access or the onto 402. Take 402 to 6W. Make left on 6W and continue on 6
through Hawley and to Honesdale. Turn right onto Church Street
Colonial Home - a charming two-bedroom home (one way) at light after small bridge. Get in left lane and take
with gas log fireplace. Church Street to the end. Turn left onto Park Street and go to
*denotes no pets, no smoking in unit permitted. light. Go straight through light and continue on Rte. 6W for 6
The Haven and the Hearth
miles. Turn left onto Keen Lake Road, about 1 mile past Cavage’s
Farm Market (which is on left.) Keen Lake is a left turn off 6W,
Seasonal Rentals - May to October about 6 miles outside of Honesdale.
Keen Lake cottages are clean, cozy, and Cottages at Keen Lake are unique. For the
history buff, we offer a spacious lakefront
Alternative route from New York: NJ17 (Garden State
Parkway) to 287 to New York Thruway to Exit 16 to 6W/17 “Keen Lake Camping Resort is
comfortably appointed. Most units have two former one-room Schoolhouse and an 1846
Harriman to Exit 123 Middletown to 6117M to 84W**
rated among the top campgrounds
bedrooms, one bath, and accommodate from 4 Blacksmith Shop located in a Pre-Civil War Lattitude, Longitude 41.587674,-75.381310
to 7 persons. Each is furnished with dishes, Barn remodeled into a 3-bedroom apartment
41.587674, -75.381310 in Pennsylvania”
cookware, coffee pot, toaster, microwave, N41˚ 35.2604’, W075˚ 22.8786’
with large balcony and great lake view.
cable-connected color television (no premium Robinson Crusoe instincts? Try our 3-bedroom
channels), and DVD player. You bring linens
and towels (pillows and blankets are
provided.) Lawn chairs, picnic table, and fire
ring with grill area are also provided.
cottage on its own private wooded 4-acre island.
Also available, two-bedroom lakefront cottages
with private fishing area, and well-appointed
mobile homes and RV rentals. Directions
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One of the most beautiful lakes in the Poconos... Scheduled Activities
Experienced Activity leaders direct our weekend
Keen Lake Camping
and daily (late June through Labor Day) Check In: 3 p.m. Check Out: 2 p.m.
activity program. Campground Open April 30, 2010 to October 11, 2010
Units must be set up by 10 p.m.
Arts & Crafts ($) • Storytime • Ceramics ($) Quiet hours 11 p.m. to 8 a.m., strictly enforced.
Card and Board Games • Basketball
Bocce Ball • Sing-a-longs • Bike Parade Keen Lake offers 300 varied sites scattered on 90 acres.
Shuffleboard • Group Games • Softball Three tiled bathhouses with coin operated showers are
Parachute Fun • Face Painting • Croquet conveniently located throughout the park.
Blongo • Scavenger and Treasure Hunts Pets: We permit a max. of 2 pets per site. Please visit
Kid’s Picnics • Movies • Relays www.keenlake.com or ask for guidelines.
Dodgeball • Volleyball • Soccer
Sandcastle Building • Toodler Activities Camping Reservation and Deposit
Water Sports • Tournaments • Open Air Movies Phone reservations accepted with deposit to follow within
5 business days. Deposit holds site until 10 p.m. unless
reconfirmed by phone on day of arrival.
$50 deposit on two-to six-night reservation.
$100 deposit on 7-night and longer reservations and holiday weekends.
Checks accepted
Camping
as advance deposit only.
Proper notice required for cancellation or reducing days reserved.
14 Days notification for refund of deposit, less $5 service fee per site.
7-13 days notification for credit applied to current season only.
Keen Lake is a well-groomed unique resort One week notification for reducing days reserved.
No refunds for early departure/or inclement weather.
located on a private 90-acre lake in the Pocono Sportsfield and Playgrounds We reserve the right to substitute sites of equal hook-ups.
Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Keen Specific sites guaranteed only when reserved for 7 nights
You and your children will enjoy the variety of
Lake offers family oriented services and has or longer.
fun-equipped play areas. We offer hill and
been operated in a friendly, informal manner by Mail deposits to:
spiral slides, animal rock’ems, climbing towers,
the Keen family since 1954. Keen Lake Camping and Cottage Resort
Snyder the Spider spin-about as well as
155 Keen Lake Road
traditional swing sets, slides, and playhouses. Waymart, PA 18472
Fishing Choose group or independent activities at our
Lake fish include bass, bluegill, calico, perch, sportsfield including horseshoes, bocce ball, Phone: 570-488-6161
pickerel, and catfish. Catch and release For Reservations Only: 1 800-443-0412
basketball, shuffleboard, volleyball, dodgeball,
Email: camping@keenlake.com
encouraged. PA fishing license, sold on and softball. Web Page Address: http://www.keenlake.com
premises, required for ages 16 & over. Fax: 570-488-7077
Entertainment
Boating Camping Specials
Visiting artists, DJ’s, storytellers, musicians,
Gas Saver: Stay any two consecutive weekends April 30 to
Rowboats, pedal boats, kayaks and canoes and animal experts bring their unique talents June 20 and Labor day to Columbus Day. Leave your
available for rent. Boat launch facilities to to Keen Lake. Also offered as part of the Convenience trailer unoccupied and unplugged on site FREE for the
launch your boat ($). Boats with motors entertainment package each season are Cooking pavilion for group activities, camp week. (Offer excludes lakefront sites.)
(electric only) must be registered. costume parties, dances, talent contests, artist mini-mart and store, snack bar and gift shop. Mid-Week Special: Stay 3 consecutive nights (arrive Sun.
to artist demonstrations, sing-a-longs, live or Mon.) and get the 4th night FREE (guests to depart by
Firewood, ice, bait, and recreational vehicle
Swimming Friday.) Excludes holidays and may not be used with other
animal education programs, bonfire & accessories available on premises. Cottage discounts.
Lake or outdoor solar-heated pool - pool open marshmallow roasts, golf tournament, and rentals, RV storage, and winterizing services 5% Discount off base camping rate for active members
Memorial Day to Labor Day. more...! also available. Propane nearby. of the military upon review of proper I.D.
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2010 Camping Rates 2010 Cottage Rental Rates swimsuit Contest, Bathing Cap Decorating. Air Guitar Challenge at
Fees are based upon two persons per site. June 19 to Sept. 4 - lakefront rentals by week only (Sat. to Sat.)
June 26 to Sept. 4 all rentals by week only (Sat. to Sat.)
Theme the Beach Party (7/24)) Music by Encore DJs. Open Air Theater
July 30 to Aug. 5 Keen Lake’s Got Talent! Celebrate your inner
All sites limted to 2 Adults, 4 Children, or 4 Adults
including daytime and overnight guests. Holiday rentals - 3-night minimum,
All other rentals periods - 2-night minimum stay.
Weeks and muse. Paint, Dance, Sing, Create with our artist in residence. Wii
Dancing with the Stars Challenge Annual Talent Show followed
by dancing with Ed/Encore DJ’s.
We permit one camping unit and one vehicle per site.
All rates are nightly. Off Season Season
Rates based on four-person occupancy. Activities Aug. 6 to 12 Keen Lake’s Amazing Races A week of racing fun—
row, canoe, kayak, bike (helmets req.), or race your way to the
Monthly where
indicated
4/30-5/26
9/7-10/7
5/27-9/6
10/8-10/11
Units
Hermit Island (rowboat-3 bed)
Weekly
$1595
Daily
$275
Holiday/Daily
$295
2010 checkered flag! Bring your Matchbox ™ cars (2 oz. max weight) to
race. (Wayne County Fair Aug. 6 to Aug. 14) Country Line
Dance Instruction and Dance.
No Hook Up Yellow Cottage (lakefront) $1310 $225 $245 April 30 to May 2 Open House Complimentary coffee and Aug. 13-19 –The Time Traveler’s Life A yesteryear’s worth of
Fri., Sat., Sun. $ 36 $ 36 School House Cottage (lakefront) $1310 $225 $245 refreshments. Tour grounds and facilities. Bring a Friend Discount fun—tie-dye, make cornhusk dolls, Hopskotch tournament, Soccer
Midweek (Mon-Thurs) $ 31 $ 36 (Book 2 sites together and each family will save 25% on base shoot out, and more blasts inspired from the distant and not-so-far
Colonial Home $1260 $210 $230
camping rate the second night.). Spring gas saver begins. past. Third Annual Waystock Festival (8/14) live music, food
Elec/Water Primrose (lakefront) $1260 $210 $230 Seasonal Meeting and Social. and vendors in Waymart. Live Music at the Red Barn -
Fri., Sat., Sun. $ 42 $ 42 Laurel (lakefront) $1260 $210 $230 May 7 to 9 Mother’s Day! Mother’s Day Breakfast ($) Advance
Midweek (Mon-Thurs) $ 37 $ 42 The Fortunes.
Hearth (lakeside duplex) $1095 $190 $210 reservations required. Make gifts for mom at Arts and Crafts. Aug. 20 to 26 Halloween Howl along with us at our annual
Cable (daily) $ 2 $ 2 Haven (lakeside duplex) $1095 $190 $210 Massage tent opens. Halloween Bash. Mummy Wrapping, Wizard Tag, and more
Morning Glory $1075 $185 $205 May 14 to 16 Kidz Kamp Free Weekend Water Balloon Softball, Ghoulish delights. Site Decorating (Prizes) Costume Party on
30 Amp W/E/S/Cable Candy Bar Bingo, Magic Pebble Art, Taste of Home Potluck and
Terrace (mobile home) $1075 $185 $205 Saturday 8/21 Music by Encore DJs.
Fri., Sat., Sun. $ 47 $ 47 Game Party Bring a dish to pass that is unique to your heritage
Rental Rates
Pre Civil War Barn Apt.(3 bed) $1075 $185 $205 Aug. 27 to 29 Creatures of the Earth and Sky Explore the
Midweek (Mon-Thurs) $ 42 $ 47 and share it with others. Stay to play board and card games. wonderful world of animals—creatures real and imagined. Dinosaur
Monthly (28 days) $765 $985 Gravity depot (mobile home) $845 $150 $170 May 21 to 23 Campers Care to Share Weekend, Stay with us egg hunt, Teddy Bear picnic (Take your favorite stuffed animal to
RV Rental $845 $150 $170 two nights and we’ll donate one night’s camping fee in your lunch), Live animal education program (Sat).
50 Amp W/E/S/Cable name to St. Jude’s Research Hospital. The Easter Bunny has August 30 to Sept. 2 Ceramics Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Fri., Sat., Sun. $50 $50 Pennsylvania State Sales Tax 6% doubled back for his last spring fling—-decorate eggs, go on an egg Sept. 3 to 6 Labor Day Three days of nonstop fun! Horseshoe
Midweek (Mon-Thurs) $45 $50 hunt or compete in the tri-hop-athon. Egg carton art. Fish for Free Tournament, Foul Shooting Contest, Fishing Derby, Ceramics and
Wayne County Hotel Room Tax 3% on Saturday May 22.
Monthly (28 days) $830 $1050 More. Lip-synching Contest Music by Encore DJ’s. Fall Gas
Early Arrival or Late Departure Fees 1/2 daily rate May 28 to 31 Memorial Weekend Outdoor solar-heated pool Saver Begins
10% off base camping rate for stays 7 nights plus. Additional Persons: Limited Number Allowed $10 per day opens, Horseshoe Tournament, Super soaker Sunday, Fishing Derby, Sept. 10-12 Get a Clue Send a secret message, Spy vs. Spy wide
Lakefront . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$5.00 per night $50 weekly Ceramics ($), Movies, Keen Lake Idol Competitions—Two divisions game, Mystery Crime Hunt—-collect the evidence and solve the
Docking fee (your boat or inflatable) FREE for 2010—Junior (ages 2-17) and Senior (Ages 18 up). Music by mystery. Fingerprint Art. Open Air Theatre. Last ceramics of the
Lakeview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$3.00 per night Encore DJ’s.
(PA law requires coast guard approved life vests for everyone in boat, season. Pop up and tent camper bring a friend special. Book
Activities
Air Conditioning/Electric Heat . . . . . . . . . .$2.00 per night June 4 to 6 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs Fiesta one water/electric or no hook up site and get $25 off the
Boat Fees (your boat or inflatable) . . . . . . .$3.00 per day and a current registration if your boat has an electric motor.) Italiano Third Annual Top Chef RV. Make your most tantalizing second site.
Pet Fee $50 entrée Italiano to compete for this year’s honors. We supply bread, Sept. 18 Annual Chicken BBQ ($) Chicken, coleslaw, baked
PA law requires Coast Guard approved life vests for everyone in boat.
(2 pets permitted per unit. Please ask about pet policy) butter, and beverages. You must bring a dish to participate in beans, baked potato, roll, dessert, and beverage (Benefits the
Boats with electric motors must be registered in home state.
Security Deposit (please add $50 for pets) $200 this unique pot luck, but you do not have to submit it for Waymart Fire Department). Limited Seating. Advanced prepaid
Early Arrival/Late Departure .................. $2.00 per hour entry. Bocce Ball challenge, Bottle Bash Soccer, Popsicle Lick Off, reservations a must. Tickets available on first-come basis.
(Security Deposit refunded by mail after departure pending our
(subject to availability of site) Giant Game marathon. Open Air Theater. Music by Encore DJ’s.
inspection of the unit, which must be left in arrival day condition.
June 6 Fish for Free. Waymart Lions Club 5K Run/Walk. September 24-26 Tail Gate Block Party—Wear your team’s
Additional Persons on Site Fees are deducted for damage and additional housecleaning.) June 11 to 13 Super Heroes Weekend Create a secret identity, colors. We’ll fire up the grill and provide beverages. Bring a dish to
Please inform your guests prior to their arrival Reservation and Deposit make a cape and release your inner Superboy or girl. Justice League pass and come root for your team!
that guest fees are required for entrance. training school, Super Hero games. Help us create the Keen Lake October 1 to 3 Halloweenie Roast—Happy hauntings for
Checks accepted as advance deposit only. Super Hero comic strip, Find Green lantern’s Ring. Super hero trio—
No guest check-ins after 10 p.m. youngsters. Trick or Treat costume party for kids (Sat. p.m.) Hay
One-half deposit required within 7 business days to confirm Fireman, Police, Active Service—save 20% on base camping rides, Arts and Crafts, Weenie Roast and Sing Along with “song”
We reserve the right to limit guests. reservation. Balance, 9% tax, and security deposit on arrival. fees. Bass Season opens 6/12 (license req.) teller Bill Frye.
June 18 to 20 Roots and Rhythms Music and Art Festival in October 8 to 11 Talkin ‘bout My Ghoul Haunted Halloween
Persons who Children (Ages 4-17) $2.00 Cancellation Policy nearby Honesdale (rockabilly, blues, soul, old country, R&B, and Trail, Face Painting, Skeleton Bones Scavenger Hunt, Hay Ride,
arrive in your Senior Citizens (63 plus) $2.00 Cancellations received by February 1, 2010 will be entitled to more.) Fathers vs. kids basketball game. Fishing Derby, Richard Pumpkin Painting, Ghastly, Ghostly Stories provided by storyteller
vehicle Adults (18-62) $4.00 refund of deposit less $50. cancellation fees. Cancellations Worden Memorial 9-Hole Shotgun Golf tournament. Stan Cohen, Bonfire, Refreshments. Reserve your spot on the
received prior to March 1, 2010 will be entitled to 50% refund of ($28 tournament fee includes cart.) Stourbridge Line (1 800-433-9008) or Steamtown (1-888-693-9391)
Persons Day Guest (ages 4+) $5.00 deposit. Cancellations received after March 1, 2010 will result in June 25 to 30 Kid’s Rule! Saturday Kids Only Pajama Party Fall Foliage excursions. Three-night minimum for full hook up,
arriving in a (must depart by 10 p.m.) breakfast and cartoon fest, All Sports Wii Challenge, Teddy Bear cottages, & lakefront sites) Steamtown Marathon Monday.
forfeiture of deposit. Picnic, Lollipop hunt, Teen Pool Tournament, First ceramics of the
separate
vehicle. Overnight Guest $10.00 season, Dance party with Encore DJs.
We accept: July 1 to 8 The Magic of America Bike Parade (helmets req.)
No charge for children age 3 and younger Ceramics ($), Patriotic Face painting, Fishing Derby, Wii guitar hero
and Travelers Checks or Money Orders. challenge, The Magic of Brent Kessler (Fri), Dance party with
Encore DJ’s (Sat), Open Air Movie, Fireworks nearby.
ATM on premises
Memorial and Labor Day Holiday Rates July 9 to 15 Keen Lake Summer Olympics Track and Field,
Swimming, Wee Folk Games, Laff Olympics and more Olympic
Three-Night Minimum Cottage Rental Pre- and Post-Season Discounts competitions. Following medal award ceremony (Sat) World
25% discount off 7 day or longer and 15% discount off 3 to 6 day Champion Juggler Stephen Caruso.
Base/No Hook Up $144 July 16 to 22 Once Upon A Time Enter the land of make believe.
cottage rentals April 30 to June 25 and September 7 to October 7,
Tent/Pop Up Water/Electric $162 excluding holidays. Storybook Arts & Crafts, Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, Build a Fairy
House, Win a Dance with Prince Charming, Cinderella’s Ball (come
30 Amp Water/electric/sewer/cable $177 as yourself or your favorite storybook friend—) Music by Encore
DJ’s.
50 Amp Water/electric/sewer/cable $186 July 23 to 29 Waterfest Water games, Boat Races, Men’s Ugliest