Long Pond, Pennsylvania

Long Pond is an unincorporated community in

Geography

Long Pond is named after the wetland topography formed by Tunkhannock Creek. Within the Long Pond community are public access lands,^{[3][4][5][6][7]} containing many species of plants and animals.^[8][9][10] Long Pond has been called "the most unique inland freshwater wetland in the state".^[6]

The climate of Long Pond is variable, and ecosystems vary considerably. Ecosystems range from glacial till barrens habitat, known for frost pockets and unique species and associated insects. Mixed hardwood deciduous forests and vast peat bog swamps. Frost pockets can occur in this region in typically frost free months of June, July, and August.^{[citation needed]}

Demographics

Long Pond is a sparsely populated, rural area. It has a population of about 7,000 people, and the demographics are approximately: 54.6% Caucasian/White, 26.4% African American,5% Asian, and 13% Hispanic.^[11] At $180,000 the average home value here is a bit higher than average. The median age is 39. The median age for men is 38 while for women the median age is 40.^[12]

Economy

Economically, Long Pond is primarily known as the location of

In July 1972 the Concert 10 rock festival brought thousands to Long Pond. Edgar Winter, Three Dog Night, the Faces featuring Rod Stewart, and others performed during the two day festival.

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