The Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is located within the 77,000 acre Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and is the education partner of the National Park Service in this area.
Pre-registration is requested unless otherwise noted.
Painting with Natural Dyes
Saturday, April 6, 10:00am-12:00pm
$10 per child
Join artist Pam Rice in learning how to create paints and dyes from natural pigments found in nature. Children will experiment with the dye making process, then make artworks using brushes made from other natural materials. Ideal for ages 6-10. Please call to register.
Mediterranean Cooking Class
Saturday, April 13, 10:00am-1:00pm
$25 per person
Plan a vacation for your taste buds as you learn to create traditional Mediterranean fare! In this class you will make a Falafel Platter (falafel, Israeli salad, homemade pita, baba ganoush, and hummus), as well as a “Shawarma” style chicken. Class includes all supplies and lunch. Class is for ages 16 and up. Pre-registration is required.
Scenes of the Season: Paint & Sip
Sunday, April 14, 1:00pm-4:00pm
$25 per person
Experience an afternoon of seasonal splendor as you create a winter landscape painting with artist Terry Kloiber, and sip on some delicious seasonal (non-alcoholic) beverages perfect for a spring day. Cost of program includes materials and refreshments. Space is limited to 12 participants. Ideal for ages 13+. Please call to register.
Pocono Fiber Arts Retreat
Thursday, April 25 – Sunday, April 28
$300 Full Workshop
Spend a relaxing weekend creating and conversing with the PEEC Stitchers! Bring your own in progress projects, or join in and learn how to make something new. A materials list for the weekend will be provided. Includes lodging and meals! Please call to register
Bridge the Gap: Edible & Medicinal Plant Walk
Saturday, April 27, 10:00am-12:00pm
$15 per person
Join the Botanical Hiker, Heather Houskeeper, in discovering the many edible and medicinal plants that inhabit our region. Heather will share tips for positive identification, methods for sustainable harvest, and practical ways to work with these plants for food and medicine. You’re sure to meet these plants again in your own backyard or along other favorite walking paths. Our walk will be easy to moderate in nature with many stops along the way and appropriate for all ages. Feel free to bring a notepad or use your phone to jot down notes! No collecting will be done in the Park. Lead support is provided by the William Penn Foundation. Please call to register.
Earth Day Festival
Saturday, April 27, 11:00am-4:00pm
$5 per car
Help us celebrate the Earth! There will be hands-on learning stations, interpretive hikes, conservation exhibits, crafts, food, music, and much more! Pre-registration is NOT required.
For details on these and other PEEC events, please contact:
Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC)
538 Emery Road
Dingmans Ferry, PA 18328
p. 570-828-2319
w. www.peec.org
e. peec@peec.org
Photo: Karolina Grabowska