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Pennypack Environmental Center Follow in the footsteps of the brilliant artists John James Audubon and Alexander Wilson (the fathers of American ornithology) by bird watching along Pennypack Creek. The Pennypack Environmental Center was originally dedicated as a bird sanctuary in 1958. Today, the Center has an outdoor amphitheater, exhibits, a new reference library and campfire and picnic areas. Learn more about the various school, public and camp programs at the Pennypack Environmental Center by clicking one (or more) of the links below. Become a Friend of Pennypack Environmental Center...........as a friend you are helping support the educational programs at the center and sustaining the bird feeding activies....click here join.Pennypack Environmental Center Advisory Council mission is to further the operation and development of the PEC which serves the residents of Philadelphia and surrounding areas....click here for more info. Enbodying Thoreau: Dwelling, Sitting, Watching........Together these structures explore the study and enjoyment of the natural world, as well as the relationship between nature and culture. Elements of the project include Thoreau's Hut, which has the same dimensions as Henry David Thoreau's famous hut at Walden Pond; Benches, which provide a location for people to sit together in nature; and Bird Blind, a wildlife observation structure that resembles a woven nest. Created by artist, Ed Levine, in association with the Fairmount Park Art Association and Pennypack Environmental Center Advisory Council. (click here to see brochure) Nature Detective Camp This week-long day camp is where 8-12 year old campers discovered natures wonders in a safe, fun, educational and social environment. New friendships were formed and summer fun and outdoor exploration abounded in our nature camp within the 1,800 acres of Pennypack Park. Take a look....... click here for details. The Pennypack Greenway Partnership 2008 Calender of Events Employment / Intern Opportunities Bird List School / Group Programs Public Program Calendar 2008 Contact Info: Tel 215-685-0470 Fax 215-685-0469 Location: Pennypack Environmental Center 8600A Verree Road Philadelphia, PA 19115 Hours: Monday-Friday: 9 am-4 pm, except major holidays Trails open from dawn to dusk |
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