Programs
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With a 38-acre campus located within the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, PEEC is an exceptional place for customized field trips and retreats of all types and sizes. PEEC has something for everyone and facilities are available year-round.
School Programs
- Individualized education programs for groups of 15 - 280; overnight or day trips for Pre-K to Graduate-Level students
- Hands-on field studies; curriculum aligned with Pennsylvania and Next Generation Standards
- Details available on our School Programs page.
Meetings & Retreats
PEEC facilities can accommodate day or overnight meetings, conferences, and retreats. For more information, see our Meetings & Retreats page.
Summer Camp
PEEC offers:
- Nature Adventure Day Camp for Ages 3-15; see our Nature Adventure Day Camp page.
- Week-Long, Overnight Science Camp for Grades 8-10; see our Sci-Q page for details
Public Programs & Workshops
- Seasonal, family-oriented activities include canoeing, orienteering, natural history, crafts, cross-country skiing, hiking, field trips to local areas of interest, and more!
- Public programs provide opportunities for educators, naturalists, families, and the general public.
- Previous workshops, led by experts in their fields, have included birding weekends, photography weekends, and fiber arts workshops.
2024 Family Camp Weekend Brochure - Page 1
2024 Family Camp Weekend Brochure - Page 2
Scout Programs
PEEC offers Scout BSA and Girl Scout Badge Fests, along with individualized scout trips. See our Scout Programs page for additional information.
Outreach Programs
In-person or virtual environmental education programs are available for schools, libraries, exhibits, or special events. Details are available on our Outreach Programs page.
Homeschool Programs
Programs are available for hands-on environmental education for Pre-K to high school level students. Curriculum aligns with Pennsylvania and Next Generation standards. More information is available on our Homeschool Programs page.
EcoZone
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PEEC's EcoZone offers visitors the opportunity to explore nature's inaccessible places on a life-sized scale.
Explore and Discover . . .
a beaver lodge, a bat cave,
an eagles' nest, a fossil pit, and more!
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The EcoZone is open to the public for self-guided tours on the scheduled weekend dates listed below.
Call PEEC about a private group tour: 570-828-2319.
Public EcoZone! Dates
All Dates: 1:00 - 4:00pm
Cost: $2.00/person. Children under 3 are free.
January 21, 2024
January 28, 2024
February 4, 2024
February 25, 2024
March 2, 2024
March 10, 2024
March 23, 2024
April 6, 2024
April 14, 2024
May 4, 2024
May 19, 2024
June 1, 2024
June 23, 2024
Since our EcoZone is primarily used as a part of our PEEC classes for schools and other visiting groups, it is not open to the public on a daily basis.
Nature Camp at PEEC
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2024 Camp Enrollment Open Now!
About PEEC's Nature Adventure Camp
Our nature adventure camp is designed to help campers grow and explore while under the guidance of staff. Our staff are instructors, interns, and counselors who are hired based on experience and trained in childhood behavior, special needs, risk management, and other camp-related topics. All PEEC staff members undergo background checks before working with children.
DAY CAMP
PEEC's nature day camp has been running since 1998. Campers will enjoy hiking, playing games, and exploring a national park under close supervision by trained camp staff. The camp day runs from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Lunch is available for $50 per week and will be a hot lunch from the kitchen. Campers with special dietary needs can be accommodated if at least one week's notice is given.
Transportation service is available for $75 per week at Milford Health Center. Pickup times are 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Before & After Camp Care is available for $15 each for the week. Before Camp drop off occurs between 8am and 8:40am. After Camp pick-up is by 5pm. Single day before or after camp is available for $15. Any camper picked up later than 4:10pm without After Camp registration will be charged a $15 late fee. Any camper not picked up by 5pm will incur an additional $15 late fee.
2024 Dates: July 3th to August 18th
CAMP OPEN HOUSE & TOURS
TBD for June 2024: Join our Camp Counselors and Directors for Games and Tie-Dye! Bring a white cotton item to tie-dye!
If you are interested in learning more or taking an on-site tour, please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
More information:
View all available sessions and descriptions
Discounts and Camperships - Information about discounts and financial assistance.
2024 Summer Camp Brochure - A pdf containing camp information, age groups, sessions, and dates. Printable on 8.5" x 14" paper.
2024 Day Camp Packet - This is what families receive after registering. Contains camp policies, packing lists, and additional details.
Call or email PEEC: 570-828-2319, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Scout Programs
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Bring Your Troop to PEEC
- PEEC offers a variety of classes and activities to help fulfill requirements for environmental and outdoor scout badges.
- Several Merit Badge Counselors are available to teach badges and sign blue cards.
- A day or weekend program at PEEC can be individually designed to meet each scout troop's needs.
- Troops can add activities such as team building, challenge courses, or a campfire.
- Contact us for details: 570-828-2319, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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BADGE FESTS
Payment is required at registration; space is limited. Scouts must be supervised at all times by a parent or troop leader.
All badge fests are 9:30am - 4:30pm.
$25/Scout
Scouts BSA Badge Fest - Saturday, March 25, 2023
Bears will participate in the Bear Necessities badge. Webelos will work on the Webelos Walkabout badge. Scouts will work towards their Nature merit badge (Pre-req 4.A.2 and 4.D). Overnight options are available for all ages levels, ask for more information!
Girl Scout Badge Fest - Saturday, April 1, 2023
Brownies will work on the Outdoor Adventurer & Cabin Camper badges. Juniors will work on their Eco Camper badge. Cadettes will work on the Primitive Camper badge and Seniors will work on the Adventure Camper badge.
Girl Scout Badge Fest - Saturday, October 28, 2023
Brownies will work on the Senses & Eco Friend badges. Juniors will participate in the Animal Habitat badge. Cadettes and Seniors will participate in the Girl Scout Ranger program.
Scouts BSA Badge Fest - Saturday, November 4, 2023
Bears will work on their Fur, Feathers & Ferns Badge. Webelos will work on the Into the Wild badge. Scouts will work on their Mammal Study badge.
Badge Fest - Overnight Stay for Troops
Join us for Badge Fest and we'll provide 1 night's lodging, dinner and breakfast, plus a campfire for only $43 per person. Evening or morning classes are available with an instructor for an additional fee.
Registration for Badge Fest required prior to overnight bookings. All age groups need minimum of 4 registered individuals to run the day's program.
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