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October Events at PEEC

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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 until otherwise noted.

Nature Photography

Sunday, October 1, 10:00am-12:00pm

$5 / person

Learn some beginner techniques on how to frame a picture and then apply those skills on our trails.  Great for children and those starting from scratch.  Participants will need a camera for pictures, even a phone camera will do! Please call to register.

Harvest Festival

Saturday, October 14, 11:00am-4:00pm

$5 / car

Celebrate Fall at PEEC’s 13th annual Harvest Festival!  Enjoy animal presenters, arts & crafts, hands-on activities, conservation exhibits, live music, local food, old-timey activities, & more!  Bring your family & friends to this great event!

Hawk Watch

Saturday, October 21, 8:00am-4:00pm

$20 / person

Join us on a trip to observe migratory hawks in our region. Bring a lunch, camera & warm clothes. Call to reserve a seat in the van – Maximum of 18 spaces.

Nature Photography

Sunday, October 22, 10:00am-12:00pm

$5 / person

Learn some beginner techniques on how to frame a picture and then apply those skills on our trails.  Great for children and those starting from scratch.  Participants will need a camera for pictures, even a phone camera will do! Please call to register.

Create Your Own Walking Stick

Sunday, October 22, 12:00pm-3:00pm
$35 / person

Spend the afternoon with us as we create handcrafted walking sticks. Wood, tools, gloves, and aprons will be provided, as well as suggestions and pointers on how to personalize your work. Pre-registration required.

Signs of Fall Hike

Sunday, October 29, 10:00am-12:00pm
$5 / person

Take a hike with us and discover the science behind the wonderful season of fall. We’ll discuss changing animal behavior, why leaves change color, and why it’s the best season to be out and about! Please call to register.

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

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