Industry Veteran to Head Venerable Four-County Northeastern Pennsylvania Golf Destination
(POCONO MOUNTAINS, Pennsylvania) – The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau announces Carl Wilgus has been named the new executive director. Wilgus, an industry veteran who is currently state tourism director and assistant deputy director of the Idaho Department of Commerce, takes over for the retiring Robert Uguccioni, who has been PMVB executive director for 40 years.
A native of Washington state and graduate of the University of Washington, Wilgus has 33 years in the tourism industry and was instrumental in the development and marketing success of the Idaho Golf Trail. Since joining the Idaho Department of Commence, the tourism office has tripled its staff and quadrupled its budget. Additionally, Wilgus is credited with increasing visits to Idaho among Europeans, culinary tourism and outdoor recreation.
"Like the Idaho Golf Trail, course options in the Pocono Mountains are wonderfully varied," says Wilgus. "There are championship courses that will challenge the lowest handicap as well as family-friendly options that are both economical and enjoyable. Our expectations for the golf cooperative are limitless and it’s exhilarating to consider the possibilities."
The Pocono Mountains: Discover Golf’s Great Destination Secret, are home to hundreds of holes of golf from legendary designers such as A.W. Tillinghast, Donald Ross and Jack Nicklaus. In addition to the many golf options, the mountain destination is blessed with numerous lakes and rivers, miles of marked and unmarked trails for hiking and biking, fine dining, shopping and historical site seeing. New to the area this fall is gaming as Mount Airy Casino Resort recently introduced slot machines.
Wilgus and the team at the PMVB are continuing to reinforce this venerable four-season destination with the brand campaign and slogan, "It’s Time for the Pocono Mountains." If it’s an overnight stay, a weekend getaway or an extended vacation, people are increasingly discovering the convenience and proximity of the Pocono Mountains golf properties and value-laden golf packages available via the destination Web site (www.poconosgolf.com).
For more information on the area, visit www.800poconos.com or call 800-POCONOS (800-762-6667).
About the "Pocono Mountains: Discover Golf’s Great Destination Secret"
The Pocono Mountains has long been known to avid travelers and mountain aficionados for its lush, relaxing family friendly ambiance and romantic setting, as well as its fall foliage, winter skiing, spring-summer outdoor recreation options and natural beauty. Numerous lakes, parks and other environmental wonderlands are found throughout the four-county Pocono Mountains region.
Discerning golfers are well aware that the Pocono Mountains are home to golf courses designed by renowned architects such as Donald Ross and A.W. Tillinghast. Pocono Mountains golf properties and value-laden golf packages are available on www.poconosgolf.com, which allows players to enjoy majestic mountain-view scenery, the area’s natural splendor, year-round amenities and unequaled value and variety.
Attributes of the golf-and-resort properties and destination include:
Home to hundreds of golf holes at numerous clubs, many located close to one another:
· Two NASCAR races held annually each spring-summer
· Golden Era of Golf Architecture period designs strongly represented by legendary designers Donald Ross and A.W. Tillinghast
· Golf, lodging and resort accommodations at all price points, from luxury to value
· Hiking, biking, camping, spas, horseback riding, boating, fishing, hunting and many other activities
· Attractions, festivals and other special events
· Meeting and conference facilities
· Great food at a wide array of eating establishments and resort restaurants
· Bed & breakfasts, country inns and resorts
· Antique shops, outlet malls and other unique shopping venues
Contact:
Dan Shepherd, Buffalo Communications
703-891-3320, dshepherd@billycaspergolf.com
Rob Thomas, Buffalo Communications
330-696-1476, rthomas@billycaspergolf.com
