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SUMMARY:Teen Adventure Camp 2026
DESCRIPTION:Calling Teen Adventurers!  Come out on adventures away from the center and out into the trees\, creeks\, courses\, and more!\n\n\nTeen Adventure Camp expands teens adventures beyond Pennypack to climbing mountain tops\, kayaking along lakes\, geocaching through new forests\, hitting their target\, soring through the tree tops\, meeting new animal and human friends\, and much\, much more. \nAll adventures will begin and end at Pennypack. Full-time staff will drive the team in City issued vans. Because of this\, space for this camp is extremely limited. \nTeens can join one\, some\, or all adventures. \nAges 13-17Prices vary per adventure. \nWe also have a Teen Advisory Council that is during the school year for teens that are interested in environmental leadership. Those teens that demonstrate involvement\, interest\, and leadership often are hired for summer work through the C2L2 Program. For questions or more information email PEC@phila.gov. \nDates: Monday\, August 3-7\, 2025 \nAges: Teens 13-17 years \nTime: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. \nLocation: Begins & Ends at Pennypack Environmental Center \nLunch: Campers should bring their own lunch\, and snacks. \nRegistration: For information\, call 215-685-0470 or email PEC@phila.gov. Spaces are extremely limited for maximum adventures\, so register early. \nRegister on eventbrite\, then pay with a card(fees will apply)\, or choose “Check” pay by check or cash without fees. Payments must be recieved within 5 days of registration. All payments are non-refundable. \nNOTE: SPACES ARE RESERVED WHEN WE RECEIVE YOUR CHECK AND YOU RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION LETTER. \nCamp Instructors: Classes are taught by park staff and guest educators from other professional organizations. \n \nMonday 8/3 Disc Golf at Fort Washington  | $20/Teen \n\n500 South Bethlehem Pike 19034\nhttps://www.pa.gov/agencies/dcnr/recreation/where-to-go/state-parks/find-a-park/fort-washington-state-park\n\n \nTuesday 8/4 | Mini Golf & City Adventures at Franklin Square | $20/Teen \n\nPutt through some of the city’s most famous icons.\n200 N. 6th Street 19106 | https://linktr.ee/franklinsquarephilly\nVisit the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival. \nComplete a scavenger hunt to win a free carousel ride.\n\n \nWednesday 8/5 | Ghost Tour at Fort Mifflin on the Delaware \n\n6400 Hog Island Rd 19153 | https://www.fortmifflin.us\nSPIRIT OF HISTORY (Plus Canon Firing)| History Lives at Fort Mifflin\, but do ghosts live here too?  Take a guided tour through the Fort’s history\, learning the spookier aspects of the Fort’s history and the spirits who may inhabit it. Students will also participate in a workshop\, where they will be introduced to some of the equipment and techniques used by paranormal investigators.  Come during the day or visit the Fort during twilight hours for a field trip unlike any other.\n\n \nThursday 8/6 | Archery at John Hienz | $20/Teen \n\n8601 Lindbergh Blvd 19153 | https://www.fws.gov/refuge/john-heinz-tinicum\nSchedule:\n9:15 a.m.- Leave Center\n10:00am – 10:30am – Introduction\, Welcome\, Restrooms – Ranger Led \n10:30am – 12:00pm – Archery – PPR\, PGC\, JHNWR staff \n12:00pm – 12:30pm – Lunch in Lunchroom \n12:30pm – 1:45pm – Self Guided Hiking \n1:45pm – 2:00pm – Depart for Center\n\n \nFriday 8/7 | Climbing Course at  Hellerick Aerial Adventure Park | $50/Teen \n\nAerial Adventure Park and Silo Climbing Wall\n1.5 hours in the Park and can do as much or as little as they want and also have 30 minutes of climbing on the wall. \nhttps://hellericksfarm.com/aerial-adventure-on-hellericks-ropes-course\n\n \n \nSubject to change.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/teen-adventure-camp-2026/
LOCATION:Pennypack Environmental Center\, 8600A Verree Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19115\, United States
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SUMMARY:BugStock
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Center between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and discover the world of insects\, arachnids\, and arthropods of all kinds. Meet entomologists and educators Anthony Mangiola and Zachary Glass\, get up-close to live and display bugs\, PLUS crafts\, games\, Eat-A-Bug\, trivia\, and more. NO registration. Everyone is welcome. FREE!\nStop in between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.\nAll are welcome. FREE.\nInside & Outside Activities. FAN-cooled Building.\nRegistration not required.\nParking is available at the center with additional street parking.\nThe center\, bathrooms\, and picnic areas are all accessible\, however\, the trails are rocky and uneven.\nThis is an all-weather\, semi outdoor program. Please dress for the weather and hiking if going on the walk.\nPhotos will be taken of participants during this program for use by the Pennypack Environmental Center and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation. If you wish to opt out\, please let us know before the program.\nTICK CHECK upon return and every day after nature play.\nFor questions or to register by phone/email. Contact us at pec@phila.gov or 215.685.0470.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/bugstock-2/
LOCATION:Pennypack Environmental Center\, 8600A Verree Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19115\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mini Exploration Camp 2026
DESCRIPTION:Explorers ages 5-7 years old can join us for this mini nature camp.   This is a great way to prepare your camper for longer day adventures.\n\n\nExplorers ages 5-7 years old can join us for this mini nature camp. This is a great way to prepare your camper for longer day adventures in the park.\nWe will read stories\, create art\, play games outside\, and see live animals!\n \nDates: Tuesday\, June 30-Thursday\, July 2 \nAges: Children 5-7 years \nTime: 9:00am- 12:00pm (This is a drop off program) \nRegistration Required: $50.00 per child; Eventbrite fees apply. Payment is Non-refundable. To avoid EB fees\, choose “Pay by Check.” We must recieve your check within 5 days of registration to hold/confirm you space. \nSpace is extremely limited. \nCampers should bring water\, snacks\, sneakers. They will be outdoors in most weather. \nFor information\, call 215-685-0470 or email PEC@phila.gov. \n \nNOTE: SPACES ARE RESERVED WHEN WE RECEIVE YOUR PAYMENT AND YOU RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION LETTER. \nCamp Instructors: Classes are taught by park staff and guest educators from other professional organizations. \nReturning Campers: Please email us ASAP if you need to update your contact information for early registration. \nSubject to change.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/mini-exploration-camp-2026/
LOCATION:Pennypack Environmental Center\, 8600A Verree Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19115\, United States
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SUMMARY:Find Fun Fractals in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Take a short hike to unveil the Fractal Forest within Pennypack Park\, then create fractal art at the Environmental Center.\nAll are Welcome. Geared towards families with ages 5 & up with an adult. FREE\nSubject to change. Register at https://forms.gle/FT2adW5gAyUtY3x3A to stay up-to-date.\nParking is available at the center with additional street parking.The center\, bathrooms\, and picnic areas are all accessible\, however\, the trails are rocky and uneven.\nPhotos will be taken of participants during this program for use by the Pennypack Environmental Center and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation. If you wish to opt out\, please let us know before the program.\nTicks don’t hibernate. TICK CHECK upon return and every day after nature play.\nFor questions or to register by phone/email. Contact us at pec@phila.gov or 215.685.0470
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/find-fun-fractals-in-nature-2/
LOCATION:Pennypack Environmental Center\, 8600A Verree Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19115\, United States
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SUMMARY:Look Beneath The Forest Floor for More
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays Jan 8\, Jan 15\, Jan 22\, 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m.\nJoin us in unearthing the WWW (Wood Wide Web) through the lens of the microscope. Open a secret doorway into a hidden universe. A drop of pond water or compost transforms into a bustling world of fascinating creatures\, crystalline shape and unseen patterns. Every twist of the focus knob reveals an alien world.\nAll are Welcome. Geared towards families with ages 5 & up with an adult. FREE.\nSubject to change. Register at https://forms.gle/FT2adW5gAyUtY3x3A to stay up-to-date.\nParking is available at the center with additional street parking.The center\, bathrooms\, and picnic areas are all accessible\, however\, the trails are rocky and uneven.\nPhotos will be taken of participants during this program for use by the Pennypack Environmental Center and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation. If you wish to opt out\, please let us know before the program.\nTicks don’t hibernate. TICK CHECK upon return and every day after nature play.For questions or to register by phone/email.\nContact us at pec@phila.gov or 215.685.0470
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/look-beneath-the-forest-floor-for-more-3/
LOCATION:Pennypack Environmental Center\, 8600A Verree Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19115\, United States
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SUMMARY:Look Beneath The Forest Floor for More
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays Jan 8\, Jan 15\, Jan 22\, 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m.\nJoin us in unearthing the WWW (Wood Wide Web) through the lens of the microscope. Open a secret doorway into a hidden universe. A drop of pond water or compost transforms into a bustling world of fascinating creatures\, crystalline shape and unseen patterns. Every twist of the focus knob reveals an alien world.\nAll are Welcome. Geared towards families with ages 5 & up with an adult. FREE.\nSubject to change. Register at https://forms.gle/FT2adW5gAyUtY3x3A to stay up-to-date.\nParking is available at the center with additional street parking.The center\, bathrooms\, and picnic areas are all accessible\, however\, the trails are rocky and uneven.\nPhotos will be taken of participants during this program for use by the Pennypack Environmental Center and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation. If you wish to opt out\, please let us know before the program.\nTicks don’t hibernate. TICK CHECK upon return and every day after nature play.For questions or to register by phone/email.\nContact us at pec@phila.gov or 215.685.0470
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/look-beneath-the-forest-floor-for-more-2/
LOCATION:Pennypack Environmental Center\, 8600A Verree Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19115\, United States
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SUMMARY:Find Fun Fractals in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Take a short hike to unveil the Fractal Forest within Pennypack Park\, then create fractal art at the Environmental Center.\nAll are Welcome. Geared towards families with ages 5 & up with an adult. FREE\nSubject to change. Register at https://forms.gle/FT2adW5gAyUtY3x3A to stay up-to-date.\nParking is available at the center with additional street parking.The center\, bathrooms\, and picnic areas are all accessible\, however\, the trails are rocky and uneven.\nPhotos will be taken of participants during this program for use by the Pennypack Environmental Center and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation. If you wish to opt out\, please let us know before the program.\nTicks don’t hibernate. TICK CHECK upon return and every day after nature play.\nFor questions or to register by phone/email. Contact us at pec@phila.gov or 215.685.0470
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/find-fun-fractals-in-nature/
LOCATION:Pennypack Environmental Center\, 8600A Verree Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19115\, United States
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SUMMARY:Look Beneath The Forest Floor for More
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays Jan 8\, Jan 15\, Jan 22\, 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m.\nJoin us in unearthing the WWW (Wood Wide Web) through the lens of the microscope. Open a secret doorway into a hidden universe. A drop of pond water or compost transforms into a bustling world of fascinating creatures\, crystalline shape and unseen patterns. Every twist of the focus knob reveals an alien world.\nAll are Welcome. Geared towards families with ages 5 & up with an adult. FREE.\nSubject to change. Register at https://forms.gle/FT2adW5gAyUtY3x3A to stay up-to-date.\nParking is available at the center with additional street parking.The center\, bathrooms\, and picnic areas are all accessible\, however\, the trails are rocky and uneven.\nPhotos will be taken of participants during this program for use by the Pennypack Environmental Center and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation. If you wish to opt out\, please let us know before the program.\nTicks don’t hibernate. TICK CHECK upon return and every day after nature play.For questions or to register by phone/email.\nContact us at pec@phila.gov or 215.685.0470
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/look-beneath-the-forest-floor-for-more/
LOCATION:Pennypack Environmental Center\, 8600A Verree Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19115\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T090000
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SUMMARY:Teen Adventure Camp
DESCRIPTION:Calling Teen Adventurers!  Come out on adventures away from the center and out into the trees\, creeks\, courses\, and more!\n\n\nTeen Adventure Camp expands teens adventures beyond Pennypackand climbing to mountain tops\, kayaking along lakes\, geocaching through new forests\, hitting their target\, soring through the tree tops\, meeting new animal and human friends\, and much\, much more. \nAll adventures will begin and end at Pennypack. Full-time staff will drive the team in City issued vans. Because of this\, space for this camp is extremely limited. \nTeens can join one\, some\, or all adventures. \nRegistration is open at Explore_PEC.eventbrite.com for Kayaking at Glen Foerd (8/4)\, and Disc Golf (8/5\, location TBD). Ziplining at TreeTrails in Trevose (8/8) and additional adventures will be added when confirmed. \nAges 13-17Prices vary per adventure. \nWe also have a Teen Advisory Council that is during the school year for teens that are interested in environmental leadership. Those teens that demonstrate involvement\, interest\, and leadership often are hired for summer work through the C2L2 Program. For questions or more information email PEC@phila.gov. \nDates: Monday\, August 4-8\, 2025 \nAges: Teens 13-17 years \nTime: 9am-3pm \nLocation: Begins & Ends in Pennypack Environmental Center \nLunch: Campers should bring their own lunch\, and snacks. \nRegistration: For information\, call 215-685-0470 or email PEC@phila.gov. Spaces are extremely limited for maximum adventures\, so register early. \nRegister on eventbrite (fees will apply)\, or email for how to register using check or cash. All payments are non-refundable. \nNOTE: SPACES ARE RESERVED WHEN WE RECEIVE YOUR CHECK AND YOU RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION LETTER. \nCamp Instructors: Classes are taught by park staff and guest educators from other professional organizations. \nSubject to change.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/teen-adventure-camp-2/
LOCATION:Pennypack Environmental Center\, 8600A Verree Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19115\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mini Exploration Camp 2025
DESCRIPTION:Explorers ages 5-7 years old can join us for this mini nature camp.   This is a great way to prepare your camper for longer day adventures.\n\n\nExplorers ages 5-7 years old can join us for this mini nature camp. This is a great way to prepare your camper for longer day adventures in the park.\nWe will make a themed craft each day\, read stories\, play games and see live animals!\n \nDates: Tuesday\, July 1-Thur\, July 3 \nAges: Children 5-7 years \nTime: 9:00am- 12:00pm (This is a drop off program) \nRegistration Required: $50.00 per child; Eventbrite fees apply. Payment is Non-refundable. \nSpace is extremely limited. \nCampers should bring water\, snacks\, sneakers. They will be outdoors in most weather. \nFor information\, call 215-685-0470 or email PEC@phila.gov. \n \nNOTE: SPACES ARE RESERVED WHEN WE RECEIVE YOUR CHECK AND YOU RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION LETTER. \nCamp Instructors: Classes are taught by park staff and guest educators from other professional organizations. \nReturning Campers: Please email us ASAP if you need to update your contact information for early registration. \nSubject to change.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/mini-exploration-camp-2025/
LOCATION:Pennypack Environmental Center\, 8600A Verree Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19115\, United States
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