Bear Creek Mountain Resort Summer Vacation Itinerary
Arialle Hess
Peaceful mountain scenery, culture and music festivals,
amusement parks, and tons of outdoor activities are just some of
the reasons Bear Creek Mountain Resort makes a great vacation
destination in eastern Pennsylvania. Located on the outskirts of
Macungie, the resort is just a short drive from all the activities
in both Berks County and the Lehigh Valley.
If you are looking to make your next family vacation in PA,
Bear Creek has an on-site hotel that makes it easy to access local
events and activities in both counties. Booking a room at The Hotel at Bear
Creek gives you access to great outdoor fun both on and off the
resort premise. This year, the resort is adding a few new
activities that you will want to add to your vacation
itinerary.
The Resort
Bear Creek has big plans to turn the ski slopes into a summer
mountain vacation destination once again. Currently in the works is
the return of the very popular mountain slip n’ slide. Last
year was the debut of the world's longest inflatable slip n' slide
and it was a huge success, drawing in people from various parts of
the county who needed a place to cool off during the heat of
summer. This activity is scheduled to return to Bear Creek in
Summer 2022 so keep an eye out for more information. If you missed
out last year, put this one on your bucket list!
Next in the production stage are off-road
Segway Tours. This 2-hour tour lets you experience the resort
from a new angle. The tour includes all equipment and safety
training. Have a blast seeing the various parts of the property
through wooded trails.
Guided Mountain SXS Tours will also make their yearly debut in
early summer. The resort has upgraded its SXS vehicle to now seat 5
guests; allowing more of your friends to join in on the fun.
Check out all the on-site events and
Things to do this Summer at Bear Creek Mountain Resort
Arialle Hess
As the warm weather starts to settle in, summer events in PA
are starting to fill up people’s planners once again. With
plenty of outdoor space for activities, Bear Creek is excited to
invite guests onto its property to experience some of the newest
attractions. So, if you’re looking for things to do, Bear
Creek has a calendar full
of festivals, weekend-warrior events, and daily activities that are
great for getting out of the house during the week.
Outdoor Concerts
The local-favorite live musical performances on Thursdays
return this year. Starting on May 19th, Manatawny Creek Ramblers
will be kicking off
Music Under the Stars FREE community concert series that will
last throughout the summer. This outdoor FREE concert takes place
every third Thursday of the month, along with select Sundays, from
7-10pm. There is also live music on the calendar on every other
Thursday evening from 6-9pm at the resort’s signature
restaurant, The Grille. Each week the restaurant will have outdoor
dining available with weekly food specials for you to grab a bite
if you want dinner and a show.
The Sunday night concerts are brought to you by Frog Holler,
who will also be hosting a FREE Drive-In concert on Saturday, May
28th from 7-10pm.
Festivals
Festivals are finally back in action! Sitting upon 330 acres of mountain landscape, there is plenty of room at Bear Creek to host festivals all year long.
Wine Festivals
Many folks have attended wine festivals in PA in previous
years, and Bear Creek’s festival was a bucket-list
destination among them. This year, the resort will contribute once
again to the sipping soirees with a
Spring Wine Festival on Sunday, April 24th, a
Summer Wine Festival on Friday, July 22nd and a
Harvest Wine Festival scheduled for Sunday, November 20th.
Tickets are $30 per person. Your designated driver can also join
the festivities sans alcohol for $5.
Cigar & Spirits
Join us for an evening of cigars and spirits featuring a wide
selection of Cigars International’s finest selection. This
event will take place on Friday, July 8th from 6-10pm. On this
evening you can expect cigars paired with an assortment of tastings
from distilleries, wineries, and breweries, plus local delicious
food and music.
View the Cigars
& Spirits webpage for ticket pricing.
Berks Fiddle Fest
It’s official! The Berks Fiddle Fest will return to Bear
Creek on Sunday, September 18th. Last year was the kick-off year to
this event being hosted at Bear Creek. The Berks Fiddle Fest will
be an annual event every …
How to Help Soreness After Skiing
Arialle Hess
It’s not uncommon for skiers and snowboarders to
experience muscle pain after spending the day on the slopes.
Whether beginner or expert, you can find yourself sore in muscles
you didn’t even know you had. There’s a lot you can do
to prevent unwanted soreness, but the fact is most of us ski only a
small portion out of the year, so some soreness is inevitable. To
help with your soreness after your next ski trip, we’ve
compiled a list of helpful tips!
Quick tips for easing soreness after skiing:
Stretch before and after skiing
Stretching is probably the most overlooked health benefit of
all time. Most of us recreational athletes don’t put much
effort, energy, or even thought into stretching our muscles on a
daily basis. But the truth is stretching can be a huge benefit in
reducing soreness and preventing injuries.
When it comes to skiing, our legs use each and every muscle to
turn the skis. Even if it doesn’t seem strenuous, the
repetitive motion alone can cause soreness. It’s not every
day, or even every month that we strap weights to our feet to fall
down a mountain, so if your body isn’t used to the motion, be
prepared to experience some soreness. Stretching before and after
you hit the slopes will ease muscle pain.
Although we suggest focusing on the legs, don’t neglect
the upper body. The muscles that should hurt after skiing will most
likely be in the lower body, but skiing and snowboarding affect the
entire body, so adding in a few simple back and arm stretches will
go a long way. At the end of the day you will be thankful for
spending even 5 minutes doing stretches.
If you’re planning a trip of back to back days of
shredding, check out Outside Online’s article
The Best Stretches to Do After Skiing for ski-specific
stretching recommendations from a Colorado-based physical
therapist.
How to Plan a Ski Trip on a Budget
Arialle Hess
Ski trips are a family-favorite vacation during the winter
months. Moms and dads love to escape to a winter wonderland and
enjoy the beautiful outdoor scenery, delicious dining, and relaxing
atmosphere of a mountain getaway. Kids love playing in the snow and
shredding up the slopes. Whether it’s a family getaway or
friends’ trip, the allure of a ski vacation can capture
anyone.
With the ever-changing ski industry, there are cool new
enhancements to experience, but the enjoyment comes at higher
prices. Ski gear and equipment can be pricey, and lift tickets and
passes are climbing even higher. When planning a ski trip,
budgeting for on-hill needs, or booking accommodations and
transportation, an affordable ski trip can seem hard to come by.
But there are ways to plan a ski trip on a budget, here
are some tips for planning both a fun and affordable ski
vacation.
1. Visit a Ski Resort Near Major Cities
The first thing when searching for an affordable ski vacation
is to check out resorts near your closest major city.
Even if you don’t live in the mountains, finding the
nearest ski mountain can cut costs if you can drive. Flying takes
up a lot of time and money, plus you have to pay additional fees to
ship your gear. And don’t think about the extra stress if
your gear doesn’t arrive with you (we’ve all been
there).
Bear Creek is just a short drive from Philadelphia, New York,
Washington, D.C., and …
Why Your Company Needs a Corporate Retreat
Arialle Hess
A corporate
retreat can be of immense value to your team, especially given
all the ups and downs over the past year and counting. Because some
jobs descriptions and work life have undergone permanent changes,
there has been a shift in thinking about in-person company
retreats.
Imagine this: you’re in charge of a company, whose
employees are working from home. Employees that, along with
deadlines, have subpar computers and technological access from
home, kids in the background, and other family members to take care
of. How much work do you think they are producing under these
circumstances? What is their quality of work? How long can you
expect them to be fulfilled in their jobs while working in these
stressful situations?
Although WFH can be a wonderful tool in creating a better work
life, we are now seeing issues arising around it. Whether your
company is WFH, back in the office, or somewhat of a mix, a
corporate retreat can be a great management tool to unsure your
company isn’t falling behind. Here are some ways your company
can benefit from a corporate retreat.
Quick tips for why your company needs a retreat:
1. Iron Out Any Issues
Being entirely WFH has led to miscommunication amongst
companies of all sizes. Between video lapses and tons of Email
threads, the communication channel can get bogged down fairly
quickly.
A retreat can aid in resolving any miscommunication. Humans
have a hard enough time effectively communicating with spoken
language, including emotional intonation and nonverbal cues. But
take all that away when we use technology, and things can be easily
misinterpreted. Companies can clear up any misunderstanding by
holding meetings where everyone is present.
2. Beat Zoom Fatigue
A retreat is also a perfect solution to Zoom fatigue. No one
enjoys being on video conference calls all day, and it is hard to
expect employees to retain all information or even pay attention
for the duration of multiple calls. Physically bringing your team
out from behind their screens is a great refresher.
Even if the entire team cannot be present, many hotels have
the latest technology to keep your entire team engaged and feel
included in the event.
| Bear Creek is proud to present our tech-forward hybrid solution allowing a virtual audience to fully engage with in-person participants to create a seamless experience. Our packages are designed to effectively connect both on-site and remote attendees in General Session and Breakout environments. Our professional audio-visual team will be with you throughout the planning and execution of your event to seamlessly integrate our technology with your programming to ensure success. |
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