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PEEC Announces Summer Nature Treks
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Lehmans Township, Dingmans Ferry, PA – The Pocono Environmental Education Center in Dingmans Ferry, PA announces their 2005 Nature Trek schedule. Bring a group of friends or come by yourself and join fellow nature lovers in exploring the natural wonders of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Each nature trek has a different theme and will offer an educational "PEEC" into nature. Contact PEEC for more information or to register at (570) 828-2319 or by email at peec@ptd.net. Nature Treks are $3 for members and $5 for non-members unless otherwise indicated. Limit 13 people when transportation provided. PEEC enhances environmental awareness, knowledge and appreciation through hands-on experience in a natural outdoor classroom. Click Here to Join PEEC!
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Natural Trek SeriesNatural Trek Series
Hiking TreksSurvival Treks
Hiking Weekends
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Sundays For Singles
Apr 1, May 6, Jun 3, Jul 1, Aug 5, Sept 2, Oct 7, Nov 4., 2007
10 a.m. - Noon
Member $3/Non-member $5
If you’re over eighteen and love nature, these walks are a great way to meet new people and learn about the natural world! Bring a bag lunch to enjoy after the hike.
Wednesday Walks
Apr 11, May 16, Jun 13, Jul 11, Aug. 15, Sept 5, Oct 17, Nov 7, 2007
10 a.m. - Noon
Member $3/Non-member $5
Casual walks exploring natural history on easy to moderate trails.
Winter Weather Safety
December 10, 2006
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Members $3
Non-members $5
This lecture covers common-sense ground rules for winter survival, and provides hands-on materials. This is not a survival skills-class, but it is a word to the wise about precautions and safety measures, concerning travel in the winter out-of-doors.
Winter Tracking Treks
January 21, February 18
1 - 3 p.m.
Member $3/Non-member $5
Learn about the world around you and the animals in it through sign and track interpretation. Wear snowshoes or high boots.
Call it Scat!
October 7, 2007
2 - 4 p.m.
Member $3/Non-member $5
Learn to study animal scat to understand animal behavior and diet. Essential technique for naturalists, hunters and others.
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PEEC is a nonprofit center whose purpose is to advance environmental awareness through education. Located in Dingmans Ferry, PA, in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, PEEC is one of the most respected residential environmental centers in the United States, and offers a wide variety of programs to the public. For more information about programs, call or visit the PEEC facilities. The center is located off Route 209, five miles south of the junction with Route 739, Or eight miles north of Bushkill, PA. At the sign for PEEC, turn onto Briscoe Mountain Road and bear right at the "Y" to the parking lot. For more information, call PEEC at (570) 828-2319. (Ask About Our Adventures Program For Families and Corporate Groups)
Winter Night Bright Hike
February 2, 2007
7 - 9 p.m.
Member $3/Non-member $5
Walk the winter woods during a full moon. The stillness will only be interrupted by the sounds of your footsteps, or maybe an animal calling.
Equinox Walk: Big
Egypt
Mills
June 21, 2007
7 - 10 p.m.
Member $3/Non-member $5
This casual 2.5 mile stroll follows a dirt road alongside swamps, ponds, and lakes. Come visit this lesser known scenic area.
Climb the Cliffs
June 27, 2007
9 a.m. - Noon
Member $3/Non-member $5
The towering shale cliff that runs between
Raymondskill
Falls
and
Milford
provides the best vistas of the
Delaware
Valley
. This walk is 1/2 mile up hill, and 2 miles of level terrain. Not for those with a fear of heights. Bring water and binoculars.
Adams Creek Hike
August 8, 2007
1 - 5 p.m.
Member $3/Non-member $5
This is a 3 mile return hike to a series of impressive waterfalls carvings deep through shale formations. This hike is another hidden secret of the Poconos! Bring plenty of water, snacks and shoes that can get wet.
Moonwalk
August 28, 2007
8:30 - 10 p.m.
Member $3/Non-member $5
The quiet woods are the perfect place to be on a moonlit night. Listen for owls, study the stars and try a solo portion of the trail.
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Winter Survival
February 4, 2007
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Members $10/Non-members $12
Learn old and new survival skills. Design various shelters, build fires, and simple tools with a winter focus. Bring a bag lunch.
Summer Survivor Trek
June 17, 2007
9 a.m. - Noon
Member $3/Non-member $5
A hands-on class that will show you how to escape the sizzling heat of the summer, and prevent moisture loss and heat exhaustion!
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Three day weekends include 6 meals (Friday dinner - Sunday lunch). Lodging rates include Friday & Saturday night lodging at PEEC.
Fall Foliage Hiker’s
Paradise
October 19-21, 2007
Lodging: Member $125/Non-member $139
Non-lodging: Member $65/Non-member $79
Enjoy hikes led by PEEC staff that highlight the beauty of autumn. Weekend features flat trails for beginner to moderate hikers.
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PEEC Is Close To Home,
Where Learning Comes Naturally
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The PEEC Mission
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| The Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) enhances environmental awareness, knowledge, and appreciation through hands-on experience in a natural outdoor classroom. |
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