A GLOW from Shiloh, this beacon of solitude can be found within the Pennsylvania Wilds….

By Ron Shawley, Editor

Whether peeking around a tree watching the native wildlife playing at a remote woodland hideaway or taking in the view from your room of the startlingly beautiful setting surrounding you, there's a moment that defines the experience of staying at the Shiloh Resort. Shiloh is a breath of fresh air, a peaceful woodland experience, your extended family, and a piece of heaven on earth!  For many people, the defining moment here may well take place on one of the many hiking trails, which promise to be among the best in the Pennsylvania Wilds. Perched on a hillside in a quiet pocket of Cook Forest, the resort's guest rooms are each housed in a unique setting - in true family style. This would also apply to the cabins, each with a charm and special flair of their own.  The guest rooms, with the space and feel of a suite, each have a separate living area, small refrigerator, microwave, sink, and basic utensils.  The rooms have very large bathrooms, many feature a whirlpool bath . The décor is a contemporary take on the warmth of classic country style with painted finishes combined with rich tones of green and burnt orange, matching those found in a brilliant Pennsylvania fall forest.  C'est magnifique!  

Shiloh Resort caught me off guard as I discovered there were no televisions for viewing in the rooms.  Now,  we can debate this for hours, but, in short … we visit the forest for the beauty within, how can it be viewed when one is watching television? I could give you my comments but rather, here are a few comments from readers expressing their view on televisions in a resort such as Shiloh.

Diane Moyer - Johnstown, PA

I think many resorts do not offer TV's for the same reason some resorts do not allow children under a certain age.  It's because some people (myself and my husband included) do not want to hear anything but the sounds of peeper frogs and the gentle wind through the open jalousie shutters.  If I'm spending the big bucks on a hotel room, I'd be pretty irritated by the clown in the next room who just HAS to watch the "Big Game" and he has the TV cranked up full blast.  Yes, maybe he is getting to watch the TV that he can't live without for 7 days, but he is seriously infringing on MY right to enjoy my vacation.

Karen Long – Pittsburgh, PA

My husband and I have always enjoyed our travels without tv and in some settings like the Carribean, it seems rather jarring. We prefer the sound of the ocean or local music. In fact, I think it was after our trip to Little Dix that we returned home and swore off tv for over a year, maybe two - and we didn't miss it a bit. I suggest you try one trip without tv. You don't have to be extreme and give it up. But you might find that when you return, you'll both be happy to turn it off some nights and just enjoy a romantic evening together without the omnipresent screen.

Penny Toth – State College, PA

I love the peace, quiet, solitude, of a resort.  Most of the places we enjoy do not have TV's, I really prefer total relaxation without a big sport event, cell phone ringing (and they do) and others loud noise. If you must have a TV, lots of luxury resorts have them. Let’s hope the ones that do not offer it in every room remain that way!  Today more than ever the family needs to retain its ability to be just that a family. Put away the toys of 2000 and break out the games of yesteryear, Monopoly, Scrabble, and so others. You may discover a whole new world you were missing, your family and their lives.,

Spend your next vacation at Shiloh Resort and experience life's simple pleasures.   Our 150 acre plus wooded resort is located on clean, beautiful, old growth timber just east of Cook Forest State Park.  

They offer comfortably equipped, completely winterized cabins, and wonderful woodland view sites provide your family with everything you will need for a memorable and relaxing stay. Explore our lovely woods to your hearts content, or swim and fish in our beautiful river in Cook Forest filled with crappies, sunfish, bass, catfish, and our well known northerns. Or, if you like, pull up a lawn chair and soak up some sun on the lawn. Hop on your four wheeler or snowmobile and ride hundreds of miles of county trails.  Maps are available for your convenience. Exceptional  cross-country skiing is just minutes away. Hunters welcome!  Shiloh Resort truly offers you a four season experience.

Featuring fully furnished bedrooms with baths, camping, restaurant, pavilions, Shiloh Resort even has a geautiful chapel that is available for weddings, gatherings, and so much more. 

Shiloh Resort is a place and name given, by the Lord, to the founders Ray & Doe Nemeth. It is found in Genesis 49:10 “ The scepter shall not depart from Judah, nor a lawgiver from beneath his feet, until Shiloh comes; and unto Him shall the gathering of the people be.” Shiloh means Jesus, Peace, or place of rest.  This resort is just that, a place to relax and leave the world outside. In their younger years Ray and Doe were on the verge of divorce like so many Americans today. Ray was looking for work, both were just looking for happiness. With their fourth child on the way and house up for sale poor Doe was just having a rough time of it all. One day Doe, a devout Catholic at the end of her rope, heard the Gospel of Jesus Christ. "If you can’t carry your burdens anymore, why not let Jesus!"  Doe cried out to God, asking Jesus to come into her life, and gave Him the broken pieces of her life. At that moment God took her words, her broken pieces and started to put everything back together, only better is time.

Folks, many of you know me from my days in Christian Radio with the Family Radio Ministries. I have often spoken on the air that we must reach out to our brothers and sisters, that we must be as Christ, act like Christ and do as Christ.  Ray and Doe and their resort continue to be a beacon of hope for many who visit through out the year.  I have known very few ministers, much less lay people who make it their business to helping those in need. Ray and Doe have taken God's words and they play them out every day of their lives. If you’re troubled by life, work, and whatever bugs you, and you spend just one night at Shiloh, I promise you these children of God will open their hearts to you, and they will help you in any way they can. 

So, come on in, and look around, make Shiloh Resort your vacation home this year!

OFFERED AT SHILIO

Honeymoon Suite
Nestled in the woods, hidden away and very romantic !!
Stay in this special room to celebrate your honeymoon, anniversary, birthday, or any day that is "special" to you! King sized bed, sauna, mini kitchen with microwave, coffee pot, dishes, silverware & towels provided.   Heat provided by a beautiful gas log fireplace.  Heart-shaped jacuzzi tub in the bathroom,

CABINS

Rocky II - One room - one double bed plus couch opens. Tables, chairs, stove, sink, refrigerator, No bathroom -- bathhouse nearby.  Sleeps 2-4 persons $50.00 per night; $280 a week

The Ray Hause - Living Room, fireplace, dining room, kitchen, bath, one bedroom downstairs with spiral staircase to 3 bedrooms in the loft. Back porch overlooking woods. 1-2 persons $130.00 per night; $5.00 for each additional person. $630.00 a week. Sleeps 2-8

Snoopy 1 - Snoopy 2 -- $20.00 A wood tent A-Frame to get you and your gear on dry ground. They're great! Sleeps 2-3. $140 weekly. Snoopy 2 is bigger than Snoopy 1 -- Sleeps 4-5 $175.00 weekly

The Park Model - Living Room/Dining/Kitchen/Bath w/Large Shower. 2 separate bedrooms with double bed, nice porch withpicnic table. 1-2 persons $90.00 per night; $5.00 for each additional person. $490 a week. Sleeps 2-6

The Doe Hut - LR with fireplace/kitchen/dining. Upstairs 2 bedroomswith 3 double beds, bath with shower 1-2 persons $100.00 per night; $5.00 each additional person. $560 a week. Sleeps 2-6

Mamma Doe’s Restaurant 

Folks, you know me I love my food! Mama Doe makes some of the best food I have ever eaten.  The food is all homemade from scratch, and it taste GREAT!

New at Mama Doe’s! Try Her Petite Menu Smaller Portion! Smaller price!! Only $6.50

All church services scheduled will be held at 10 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. On Sunday morning other than those listed below, Larry and Sharon Richter will have the services beginning at 10 a.m.

Shiloh Resort - Route 36 Clarington, PA 15828 
Phone: 814-752-2361 -- Fax: 814-752-2452