About
Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is a private, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and the education partner of the National Park Service in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. For over 50 years, PEEC has successfully cultivated an appreciation and love of nature in our visitors, which include school groups, informal learning groups, families, adult learners, professionals, and the general public.
How long has PEEC been running?
PEEC has been operating over 50 years, since 1972. PEEC’s Summer Camp began in 1998 as a day camp and has been growing every year since.
How does PEEC compare now from when it first began?
The core of PEEC’s mission remains the same – environmental education for all ages. The ways we explore and teach about nature, along with our displays, programs, and facilities, continue to improve and adapt to the needs of our groups and community.
What is something interesting about PEEC that some may not know?
Many of the buildings at PEEC had a prior use as a Poconos honeymoon resort. We have a fantastic new display showcasing our history as Honeymoon Haven and our evolution as PEEC.
What event/promotion/news about PEEC would like to share?
Overnight camp is back! Overnight campers stay at PEEC for multiple nights or a whole week depending on camper’s ages, giving plenty of opportunities for lasting memories and friendships while also experiencing environmental education in a national park! PEEC’s residential environmental education campus is located in Dingmans Ferry, Pike County, PA, within the heart of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. PEEC is an exceptional place for customized field trips and retreats for schools, groups, and families. Every summer, PEEC hosts day camp and overnight camp opportunities. PEEC is open to the public; our program calendar has
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