Visitors live in an Adirondacks-style lodge setting in an oak and hemlock forest rich with wildlife and a few steps from Lake Lacawac (a 15-minute hike brings you to swimming and fishing on L. Wallenpaupack). Rooms are double-occupancy.  Bring a set of sheets, pillow case, and towels.  Blankets are provided.  Cooking is usually shared so bring your favorite recipes.  Walls are thin so if you are bringing a device to play music it is prudent to include headphones.  Television reception is poor and there is no cable service to the lodge but a VCR is usually available for playing rented tapes at night.

Weather is typically cooler than in the Lehigh Valley.  In May and June and in September and October the weather is variable but it can be quite cool.  Be prepared with warm layers of clothing and a waterproof raincoat. During the summer a small electric fan is useful.  Personal items should include insect repellent, sunscreen, and a hat to protect you from the elements.  A large flashlight is helpful at night.  Include a swimsuit and fishing gear if you like; although swimming and fishing are not allowed in Lake Lacawac there is access to Lake Wallenpaupack nearby.  Bring sneakers, sandals, and perhaps hiking boots.  Calf-length rubber boots and rain pants will help you stay dry if we have a bout of wet weather.

Laundromat, shopping, restaurants, and banks with automated teller machines are within a 20-minute drive.  Email and Web access will be provided through a single computer via telephone modem.  Outgoing telephone calls must be made by credit card or call collect.  Incoming calls should be made to the lodge:   570-689-2881 (an answering machine is usually working).  The Lacawac Sanctuary Director, Janice Poppich, can be reached at 570-689-9494.  Letters should be addressed c/o Lacawac Sanctuary, RD 1, P.O. Box 518, Lake Ariel, PA 18436.