This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine: Shawnee Mountain prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of skiing, snowboarding, and family-friendly mountain fun. Shop 'til you drop with Jim Hamill as he stops at some of the best spots in the Poconos to grab gifts for the holidays, supporting small business this season and beyond.

Join Brianna Strunk for a first look inside The Frogtown Tavern, a brand new venue by the owners of The Frogtown Chophouse, now part of Settlers Hospitality. Looking for speed and excitement, Deanna Fontanez takes us for a ride at S&S Speedways for the ultimate indoor go-kart experience. 

Experience the beauty of nature at Browning Beaver Meadow Sanctuary, an ideal place for hiking and birdwatching! Next, learn how Monroe Career & Technical Institute (MCTI) can help start and shape a rewarding career in the Poconos hospitality industry, no matter where you are in your professional journey.

Get festive with Bri & Dee as they find and chop down the perfect Christmas tree at Walker's Tree Farm, a multi-generational family farm in Lehighton. Finally, watch the newest Chefs of the Poconos segment featuring Bill Seitzinger, a chef who gardens with the seasons and cooks with intention. His pursuit of soulful, health-forward cuisine has garnered rave reviews for TREE, located at Woodloch Resort, where a forest and an on-site farm shape every plate.