Polish Cultural Museum
Cost: Free
Where: 308 Walnut Street, Old City Philadelphia, 19106
Description: Paintings of great men and women of Polish descent line the walls of the Exhibit Hall. Exhibits throughout the museum highlight Polish customs, folk art, and other information about Poland's history and traditions during the last one thousand years.
Webite: http://www.polishamericancenter.com/Museum_Frame.htm


Tubing down the Delaware
Cost: $20 (on the weekend)
Where: Bucks County, 45 min north of Philadelphia
Description: World's River Tubing Capital. Canoeing, Rafting, Tubing, Kayaking trips down the scenic, clear Delaware River in Bucks County, PA. 35 years of family fun. Live web cam and discounts (http://www.rivercountry.net/coupon.html). Note: supposed to be tons of fun, but don't forget the sunscreen.
Webite: http://www.rivercountry.net/


Bushkill Falls
Cost: $8
Where: The Poconos
Description: The "Niagara of Pennsylvania", Bushkill Falls is among the Keystone State's most famous scenic attractions. This unique series of eight waterfalls, nestled deep in the wooded Pocono Mountains, is accessible through an excellent network of hiking trails and bridges which afford fabulous views of the falls and the surrounding forest. Hiking the trails and viewing the towering 100-foot Main Falls aren�t the only activities possible on the expansive grounds of Bushkill Falls. Check out the Pennsylvania Wildlife Exhibit, Native American Exhibit, fish Twin Lakes, visit our variety of gift shops, stop at the Fudge Kitchen for delectible sweets, take a paddle-boat ride, or enjoy a round of miniature golf.
Note: Gorgeous views, if you're into the nature stuff. Bring sneakers and water. Hiking from 15 minutes to several hours. The red trail rocks! (trail map)
Wesbite: http://www.visitbushkillfalls.com/


Camping
Place: Knoebel's
Where: Catawissa, PA 17820
Description: Knoebels offers two campgrounds for you to choose from, both just a short distance to Pennsylvania's largest free admission amusement park. Enjoy catch and release fishing at beautiful Lake Glory campground or simply relax at Knoebels Campground next to the park, while nestled in a hardwood, Pine and Hemlock forest.
Website: http://www.knoebels.com/camp.htm

Place: Belleplain Park
Where: Pine Barrens in Woodbine, NJ
Description: Cabins, tent and trailer camp sites with fire rings and picnic tables. Flush toilets, showers, and laundry facilities are within walking distance. 20 minutes away from Sea Isle City.
Website: http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/belle.html

Place: The DeBalko House
Where: Indian Mountain Lakes in the Poconos
Cost: $950 (including $200 refundable deposit), to be divided equally among those interested.
Description: This is the house we rented during our weekend trip March 19-21, 2004. There was plenty of room for the 13 of us that went.
Website: http://www.leonrossbroker.com/rentals/sleeps10p/368.html


Horseback Riding
Place: Ridley Creek State Park, 45 minutes from Philly
Description: call for rates, 610-892-7260
Website: http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/ridleycreek.aspx


Ice Skating
Place: Polonia Bank Flyer�s Skate Zone
Where: 10990 Decatur Road, 19154
Cost: $6 admission, $3 skate rental
Schedule: Everyday (Sun-Sat): 12:30PM - 2:30PM, Friday & Saturday night: 8:00PM - 10:00PM
Website: http://www.flyersskatezone.com/siteInside/publicSkating/times.asp?location=NE&page=times


Mutter Museum
What:The Museum's collections include over 20,000 objects, including fluid-preserved anatomical and pathological specimens, medical instruments, anatomical and pathological models, items of memorabilia of famous scientists and physicians, and medical illustrations.
Where: 19 South 22nd Street, Philadelphia, 19103
Cost: $7 students, $10 adults, $5 for student groups with over 10 ppl (who call in advance)
Open: Everyday (Sun-Sat) from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sunday Discount: http://www.collphyphil.org/muttcopn.htm
Websites: Official, Unofficial


White Water Rafting
Place: Pocono Whitewater Rafting
Where: Jim Thorpe, PA
Cost: Adult is $34.95 per person, Adult Group (20 or more people) is $31.95 per person
Description: Captain your own raft on professionally guided, Class II - III river trips through the beautiful Lehigh River Gorge State Park in the Poconos.
Website: http://www.whitewaterrafting.com/


Weekends Away from Home
Place:Polish American Travel Center
Where:Niagra Falls, Baltimore, Virginia, Washington, New York, others
Cost: usually $50 for a one day trip, $150 for a two-day trip (includes hotel stay)
Phone: 215-634-3396