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Poison Prevention Tips for Parents of Small Children
As students venture out into the public arena to return to school, we are concerned about their potential exposure to COVID-19. Dangers of another type lurk at home. The following information about preventing poisoning can be lifesaving for small children.
“Because it takes only a split second for a child to be poisoned, we want everyone to remember the theme ‘Children Act Fast… So Do Poisons.’ Most exposures that occur in the home can be prevented or substantially reduced through proper and safe storage, use and supervision of all household products,” said Steve Owens, assistant administrator of EPA’s Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention.
By: Roseanne Bottone
Poison centers handle an average of one poison exposure every 14 seconds! Prepare your home properly to keep a tragedy from happening. Visit poisonhelp.hrsa.gov and click on the link to “What Can You Do?”
Are you storing these items out of reach of children?
cosmetics and personal care products cleaning substances (e.g., dishwasher and laundry pods, liquids) pain medicine/fever-reducers plants diaper care, acne preparations, antiseptics cough and cold preparations pesticides (e.g., Ant bait)
vitamins gastrointestinal preparations antimicrobials arts, crafts and office supplies antihistamines hormones and hormone antagonists (diabetes medications, contraceptives) hydrocarbons (lamp oil, kerosene, gasoline, lighter fluid) foreign bodies (toys, coins, thermometers) cigarettes (nicotine is very poisonous)
The National Capital Poison Center recommends buying small quantities of these items, discarding expired or unwanted materials, and always keeping these household items out of the reach of children. Visit www.poison.org for details.
The EPA suggests these measures to protect your loved ones: 1. Read the product label first and follow the directions to the letter www.epa.gov/pesticides/label/index.html. 2. Use the safest possible cleaning products. Look for the Design For the Environment (DfE) label on products (www.epa.gov/dfe/pubs/projects/formulat/label.htm) 3. Never leave products unattended when you are using them. 4. Re-close products if interrupted during application (e.g., phone call, doorbell, etc.). 5. Use child-resistant packaging properly by closing the container tightly after use. 6. Never transfer pesticides to other containers; children may associate certain containers with food or drink. 7. Remove children, pets, and toys before applying pesticides (inside or outside the home). Follow label directions to determine when children and pets can re-enter the area that has been treated.
In the event of an accidental over-exposure to one of these items, the Health Resources & Services Administration recommends you take these initial steps:
If the person inhaled poison, get to fresh air right away. If the person has poison on the skin, take off any clothing the poison touched. Rinse skin with running water for 15 to 20 minutes. If the person has poison in the eyes, rinse eyes with running water for 15 to 20 minutes. Your poison center can give you other first-aid advice and may save you from a visit to the emergency room.
To help you get started in making your home safer, the EPA offers a free checklist called “Poison-proof Your Home: One Room at a Time: Pesticide Poison Prevention Checklist.” Visit nepis.epa.gov and enter the title in the search box to print your copy today.
The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services encourages you to post this poison help information in a prominent place, or program their help number directly into your phone (1-800-222-1222). If you are not sure, Make the call anyway! Remember, if the poisoning victim is unconscious or has trouble breathing, call 9-1-1 first.
Post this somewhere prominent
1. Call Poison Help (1-800-222-1222), to connect to your local poison center. Call if someone may have been poisoned – even if you are not sure. 2. Stay calm – most poisoning emergencies can be resolved quickly. 3. Call 9-1-1 if the person is unconscious or has trouble breathing.
Roseanne Bottone is a regulatory compliance training instructor, former Peace Corps Volunteer, cancer survivor, grandmother, MBA, and freelance writer. She travels the country teaching business people about environmental and transportation safety regulations, and is a newspaper columnist. She’s a homeowner in East Stroudsburg and lives with her daughter, grandchildren, two cats and a Rottweiler.
Ace the Spring Semester
WITH THE FOLLOWING TOOLS & STRATEGIES
Photo Courtesy of (c) kzenon / iStock via Getty Images Plus Maintaining a passion for school can be tough during the spring semester, particularly during an unusual academic year. Here is a round-up of tools and strategies to help motivate students and facilitate their success:
• Outside counsel
Now is a great time for students to meet with their academic advisor or counselor. Doing so can expand a student’s knowledge of current and future opportunities and serve as a temperature check on their progress toward degree completion. Plus, talking to someone invested in one’s success can provide the push needed to keep up the good work.
• Advance calculations
To solve the most challenging equations and embrace the actual theory of mathematical concepts, it’s important to be equipped with an easy-to-use graphing calculator possessing all the latest functions. Boasting an advanced Computer Algebra System (CAS), Casio’s fx-CG500 is good example of a reasonably-priced next-generation graphing calculator helping students enrolled in advanced math and science courses. Clear visuals are especially important for distance-learning, and this model’s high-resolution, color, touchscreen LCD conveys a Natural Textbook display. Drag-and-drop functionality enables students to quickly and intuitively pull information from one representation into another. Meanwhile, split-screen functionality allows simultaneous viewing of functions and graphs.
• Mobile hotspot
A mobile hotspot can be a lifesaver, making remote-learners impervious to internet outages or bandwidth demands from other household members or roommates, helping ensure that they never miss a lesson or pop quiz.
• Eliminate a common headache
Students writing term papers can easily get bogged down in the tiring logistics of creating a bibliography. And while this task is necessary, it’s unlikely to further a student’s knowledge of a subject. Fortunately, there are apps available that automatically create bibliography entries in the style of a student’s needs when they scan a book’s barcode. Simplifying this task will free up much needed time and energy for students to research and actually write their papers.
With the right tools and mindset, every student can have a strong spring semester.
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5 Tips to Ace College Entry Exams
Because most colleges and universities require applicants to submit ACT or SAT results as part of admissions consideration, prepping for the test itself can be a critical component of that process.
While it can oftentimes be hard to deal with the anxiety that comes with a rigorous test meant to show your mastery of certain subjects and concepts, such as reading and mathematics, consider these test prep tips to help boost your score while simultaneously lowering stress.
Register Early
To allow yourself as much flexibility as possible, taking college entrance exams during your junior year of high school is encouraged. If you don't get an ideal score, you can refine your approach and retake the exam with a better idea of what to expect.
Take a Practice Test
Any test prep plan should start with a practice SAT or ACT exam. Taking practice tests under realistic conditions can help you gain a better understanding of the content of the test, improve your time management and help combat test anxiety. You can use your practice test as a baseline to set goals and focus the rest of your prep on areas you would like to improve before the real thing.
Sign Up for a Prep Course
If you find studying on your own difficult or not as successful as you'd hoped, a prep course can put you through the paces and hold you accountable. Complete with homework and in-class
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practice, prep classes can range from small groups to larger classes taught by test experts. Some school districts even offer after-school programs dedicated to ACT or SAT prep.
Gather Supplies
To help reduce test day stress, gather everything you'll need the night before. Check the list of banned items - cellphones aren't permitted - to make sure you don't accidentally bring something you're not allowed to have. Ensure your bag is packed with your admission ticket, valid photo identification, several sharpened pencils with erasers, an approved calculator (with fresh batteries) and a watch, if allowed.
Get a Good Night's Sleep & Eat Breakfast
While it can be tempting to stay up late the night before the test to cram, you're likely to perform better with a full night's sleep. Sleep is important for retention, and eating a balanced breakfast before heading out the door can aid in your ability to focus. To make your morning easier, prep breakfast before bed to keep an early morning from starting even earlier.
Remember, the college admissions process involves more than just test scores. Visit eLivingtoday.com for more education tips and information.
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Pandemic Travel Trends That May Stick Around
COVID-19 has challenged families in different ways, and many had to cancel or reschedule trips during the pandemic due to travel restrictions, which meant missing out on quality time with loved ones and the mental health and self-care benefits of going on vacation.
Although 61% of families had a trip canceled due to the pandemic in 2020, travel is still top of mind as 82% of families already have travel plans in mind for 2021, according to the 2021 Vrbo Trend Report. The report, which includes vacation rental marketplace data as well as survey data from family travelers, also revealed some travel habits that arose during the pandemic are likely to remain popular this year.
"Let's face it, the pandemic makes it tough to predict what travel will look like in 2021," said Melanie Fish, Vrbo's travel expert. "That's why we combined search and demand trends with a first-of-its-kind traveler survey of U.S. families. The combination gives us the most accurate picture possible of the plans families are making."
Consider these pandemic-era trends as you make your vacation plans moving forward:
Staying in the Driver's Seat
With travel restrictions and social distancing guidelines in place throughout much of 2020, many families opted to avoid flying and visiting crowded places by instead jumping in the car to hit the open road. This trend is likely to continue in 2021 with 59% of families saying they are more likely to drive instead of fly on their next trip. A change of scenery can be refreshing and motivating after staring at the same four walls in your home, so consider taking a road trip and exploring a new destination, even if it's just down the road from home.
Many people were forced to adapt to working from home or facilitating e-learning for their children due to COVID-19. While turning homes into makeshift offices or classrooms wasn't an easy task for many families, the schedule flexibility provided by the remote setup allowed for the rise of the "flexcation" - mixing vacation time with virtual work and school. In fact, 1 in 3 families surveyed said they were able to travel because they were working from home, and 52% of those who took a flexcation during the pandemic found the experience refreshing with 67% saying they would do it again.
Another benefit of flexcations is experiencing amenities you may not have access to at home. Consider some of Vrbo's most sought-after amenities and vacation spots when planning your next getaway:
Splash in the sun in Cape Coral, Florida where 92% of vacation rentals have pools.
Cook over an open fire in Sevierville, Tennessee, where barbecue grills are included at 87% of vacation homes.
Cozy up by the fire with a book and some hot chocolate in Steamboat Springs, Colorado where fireplaces are an amenity offered in 87% of vacation rentals.
Seeking Wide Open Spaces
Many travelers gravitate toward vacationing in peaceful and picturesque destinations, and the open sky, fresh air and scenic views may be even more appealing amid the pandemic. According to the report, 61% of U.S. families said they are more likely to visit an outdoorsy destination than an urban one and 54% are more likely to head to a national park than an amusement park.
Find more ideas for planning your next vacation - or flexcation - along with the full Trend Report at vrbo.com.
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to Own Your Financial Outcome in 2021
2020 was more than just a health crisis, it had ripple effects on nearly every aspect of our lives, including our long-term financial plans.
Research from Lincoln Financial Group shows that personal finance concerns have intensified over the past year. Nearly half of Americans say they are preparing for the 2020 election’s impact on their investments and retirement accounts, and a vast majority have expressed a need for financial education to help them be better prepared for the future. As uncertainty continues amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Americans’ hopes of a comfortable retirement are at risk.
“If you are nearing your retirement years, the events of this past year may have been especially concerning, and if you are rethinking your retirement plans altogether in light of 2020, you’re not alone,” says John Kennedy, head of Retirement Solutions Distribution at Lincoln Financial Group. “The good news is that with some smart steps and proper planning, you can
Kennedy offers the following tips to pandemic-proof and own your financial outcome in 2021:
1. Talk with a financial professional.
If you’re not already, consider talking to a financial professional about your goals, roadblocks and concerns, especially given today’s circumstances. Lincoln’s research shows that nearly a third of Americans agree that now is a good time to talk with one. They are well-positioned to help you consider a broad range of solutions that best address your individual needs and situation.
2. Protect your income.
Your advisor may suggest diversifying your portfolio to include an annuity, which is a financial product that can provide you with protected income in retirement. Solutions like an annuity can help you feel better prepared to navigate volatility, protect the retirement savings you’ve worked hard for, as well as provide a legacy for loved ones.
“With annuities, you have options for both protected growth and income that can help you feel more secure that you can maintain your lifestyle in a down market,” added Kennedy.
3. Stay the course.
New research shows that an unpredictable market concerns more people than actual investment losses. But while market twists and turns may take you for a ride, it’s important to resist the temptation to jump off altogether. By proofing your portfolio to weather market ups and downs, you can guard against market losses, while keeping your money invested for growth.
For more resources and tips, visit www.lfg.com.
As you look ahead to a new year, it can be empowering to shift focus onto matters within your control. Proper financial planning, along with strategies that offer protection and opportunities for growth, can help you feel more secure as you work toward your investment goals.
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Upgrade Your Home, Downgrade Energy Usage
The best home upgrades not only make spaces more livable and energy-efficient but are also cost-effective. Making energyefficient improvements is a savvy way to save money on utility bills, curb energy usage and add to the house's value.
Consider a variety of home improvement projects, both big and small, that can reduce the financial burden of maintaining your home throughout the year and improve energy efficiency.
Add Insulation
A cost-effective way to save on heating and cooling bills is adding a layer of insulation in the attic where heat loss is typically greatest due to hot air rising. While many newer homes are adequately insulated, those that are several decades old (or older) may benefit from an upgrade in not only the attic but other common problem areas where air can escape such as basements, crawl spaces, fireplaces and ductwork. Seal Doors and Windows
Windows and doors are common culprits for energy loss. While a complete replacement of doors and windows can be pricey, adding exterior caulk and weather stripping to fill in gaps where air can escape around these openings can make a noticeable difference for a fraction of the cost and make it cheaper to heat and cool your home.
Install Skylights
Skylights are a cost-effective option for transforming any room in the home with natural light while also delivering energysaving benefits. For example, Sun Tunnel Skylights from Velux can be installed in as little as 90 minutes and funnel natural
light from the roof through the attic and into the room below with an aesthetic that resembles recessed lighting. Customizable with six diffuser film styles to complement interior design, the skylights can make a home more energy-efficient by reducing reliance on artificial lighting. An optional daylight controller makes it easy for homeowners to adjust natural light entering a room, and a solar nightlight provides a moon-like guiding light at night. Installed with the solar nightlight, the skylights qualify for a 26% federal tax credit on solar property.
Install a Programmable Thermostat
A programmable thermostat is an efficient way to control the climate inside your home, and those with smart technology take programming to a whole new level. Today's smart thermostats not only let homeowners control temperatures from their smart devices while on-the-go but can also learn daily habits and adjust the temperature accordingly with no other manual adjustments necessary. In addition, some utility companies offer incentives like money back at the end of the year for installing a smart thermostat because the energy savings are so substantial.
Replace Appliances
Because appliances like refrigerators and ovens, among others, are major energy users, investing in more efficient models provides both cost and energy savings. Additionally, homes more than 15 years old could benefit from updates to the air conditioner or heater as systems 15-20 years old or older may be candidates for replacement as they're inefficient by today's standards.
Add Ceiling Fans
In comparison to running your air conditioner consistently, the cost of running a ceiling fan (or several) is significantly less. Particularly on days that may not require cooling the entire house completely, fans can provide a gentle breeze and circulate air in the spaces you use most often. Simply adjust the switch to the counterclockwise position to ensure it's pushing air downward during warmer months.
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Age with Style & Grace
Aging may be inevitable, but with advancement in research and technology, there are plenty of ways you can slow, or even reverse, the hands of time to stay healthy and promote longevity.
Consider these ideas from Longevity Labs+, a company dedicated to cutting-edge aging research and the makers of spermidineLIFE, a first-of-its kind, clinically studied supplement containing natural spermidine, which renews cells and can reverse the signs of aging:
Protect Your Skin
Not only does your skin protect vital internal organs, it's an essential barrier to intruders like bacteria and other infectioncausing microbes. The skin is also the body's greatest tool in managing hydration levels and providing critical cues to your nervous system about things like temperature and pain.
With such a big role in your overall health and well-being, the skin often shows the first signs of aging. Wrinkles and age spots are often indicators of a person's true age.
However, you can reduce the visible impacts of aging on the skin with daily care. Regularly moisturizing helps keep skin supple, and diligent sunscreen application year-around can protect your skin from damaging sun rays. Some compounds and nutrient plans can help nurture youthful skin.
It's also important to closely monitor your skin for changes, especially changes to moles or other spots that may be signs of skin cancer, which is generally treatable when caught and managed early. In addition, collagen peptides and a spermidinerich diet can be key in ensuring healthy skin into your later years.
Maintain Clean & Healthy Cells
You may not realize it, but as each day passes, your body's cells age, die and accumulate toxic matter, which disrupts cellular function and causes a myriad of age-related diseases such as dementia and cardiovascular disease as well as decreases immune function. However, a compound naturally produced by the body and found in nature called spermidine can clean cells of toxic matter so they can operate with renewed youth and efficiency. Spermidine triggers a cellular renewal process called autophagy, which allows cells to shed layers of waste and regenerate instead of slowing down and dying off. As the body ages, natural levels of spermidine decline, cellular regeneration slows and signs of aging are accelerated.
Spermidine is a key to anti-aging and is believed to help reduce the onset of neurodegenerative and age-related diseases. You can boost spermidine levels by eating certain foods that are high in spermidine, like lentils, soybeans, mushrooms, aged cheese, pears, broccoli, peas and cauliflower.
However, few people eat enough spermidine-rich foods to maintain optimal levels in their later years. Taking a supplement like award-winning spermidineLIFE* can support cellular renewal and help cells stay young and healthy. The first and only clinically studied spermidine supplement in the world, it includes spermidine naturally extracted from European nonGMO wheat germ along with carefully selected vitamins, minerals and healthy fats.
Manage Physical Health
As you grow older, your metabolism slows, making it easier to hold onto extra weight. Excess pounds are associated with numerous health risks, in addition to slowing you down overall.
Maintain a more youthful body and mobility by consuming a well-rounded, nutritious, whole-food diet and committing to regular exercise, which can help not only banish extra calories but also keep your muscle tone strong, your balance steady and your posture straight.
Just as important as what you do to protect your health as you age is what you don't do. That means limiting alcohol, quitting smoking and avoiding the temptation to indulge in high-fat and sugary foods.
Support Mind Matters
Worry lines aren't just wrinkles that come with age; they can be a sign of persistent angst. From stress to lack of sleep to slips in memory, there are plenty of reasons to focus on your mental health as you advance in years.
Getting enough rest can play a big role in your physical health as well as your mental wellness. Too little sleep prevents your body from reenergizing itself fully and can affect your cognition and mood. Worry and stress can also cause you to feel your years. Information is key, and smart devices such as heart rate and sleep trackers can provide you with the necessary information to find what helps and what hurts healthy circadian rhythms and deep, regenerative sleep.
Growing forgetful as you age is also common to an extent, but memory problems can be exacerbated by stress, lack of sleep and other factors. You can also keep your mind sharp by playing games, doing puzzles, reading and maintaining an active and engaging social life with others. Even during this pandemic, phone and video calls can help engage your mental state through important social activity.
Eat Away Your Age
This tasty recipe features three of the top 10 spermidine-rich foods: broccoli, mushrooms and aged cheese. It also keeps well, so you can prepare it for a casual brunch then reheat for an easy breakfast the next day. Longevity Breakfast Bake
Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 1 hour Servings: 8
• 1 tablespoon olive oil • 1 pound uncured, organic bacon • 1 pound sliced, organic white mushrooms • 1 pound organic broccoli • 1/2 cup water • 2 cups grated aged cheddar cheese • 14 organic eggs • 1-2 teaspoons garlic salt • fresh ground black pepper, to taste
In skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. While skillet is warming, chop bacon into small pieces. Cook bacon until crispy. Transfer bacon to plate covered with paper towel to absorb excess grease.
Drain most grease from skillet, reserving some to saute mushrooms.
Saute mushrooms until translucent. Cut broccoli into thick, bite-sized pieces; cover and microwave 4 minutes with water to soften.
Heat oven to 350 F.
Crack eggs and whisk until egg whites and yolks blend together in one consistent color. Season with garlic salt and pepper, to taste.
In bottom of baking pan or cast-iron skillet, spread broccoli and mushrooms evenly. Add crispy bacon bits and cheddar cheese. Pour eggs into pan and carefully stir until ingredients are evenly mixed.
Bake 40-45 minutes, or until top of casserole starts to brown.
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In & Around the Poconos
Red Cross Blood Drive
Wednesday, March 3, 10:00am - 3:00pm Kettle Creek
We are proud to be hosting another blood drive from 10am to 3pm. Call Barbara at MCCD at 570-629-3060 for more information. To register or learn more about American Red Cross blood drives, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS. mcconservation.org Saturday, March 6 & 7, 2021, 09:00am - 12:00pm Pocono Environmental Education Center
Join us for a hike through the woods out to the “Two Saps” Sugar Shack and enjoy hot cocoa and pancakes with fresh maple syrup! Sign up for a 9am or 9:30am start time. Spaces are limited! peec.org
Maple Sugaring Public Day
Must sign up in advance Saturday, March 6, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Kettle Creek
This will be our 44th year of Maple Sugaring but due to COVID-19 it will be a little different. We will be limiting the number of people on site and following all COVID-19 safety protocols including masks at all times. Each tour lasts about 90 minutes. The day will feature a tour of the Sugarbush including stops to learn about Native American and early pioneer methods of making maple syrup , our evaporator process and methods of identifying and tapping a maple tree. Cost: $6/adult and $4/children under 12; all members of the EE Center and all tree sponsors attend free of charge. Please note only cash and check are accepted. Please dress to be outside and walking on potentially icy/snow covered trails. Registration is required no later than the Thursday before the program. Please call (570) 629-3061 for more information or to register. mcconservation.org
Ecozone Discovery Room!
Sunday, March 07, 2021, 01:00pm - 04:00pm Pocono Environmental Education Center
Climb into a bald eagle’s nest, crawl into a bat cave, explore a beaver lodge, and dig in a fossil pit! Explore this indoor discovery room and enjoy hands-on exhibits on natural history, sustainability and the local environment. No registration required. *Limited to 15 people at a time* peec.org
Maple Sugaring Public Day
Must sign up in advance Saturday, March 13, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Kettle Creek
This will be our 44th year of Maple Sugaring but due to COVID-19 it will be a little different. We will be limiting the number of people on site and following all COVID-19 safety protocols including masks at all times. Each tour lasts about 90 minutes. The day will feature a
tour of the Sugarbush including stops to learn about Native American and early pioneer methods of making maple syrup , our evaporator process and methods of identifying and tapping a maple tree. Cost: $6/adult and $4/children under 12; all members of the EE Center and all tree sponsors attend free of charge. Please note only cash and check are accepted. Please dress to be outside and walking on potentially icy/ snow covered trails. Registration is required no later than the Thursday before the program. Please call (570) 629-3061 for more information or to register. mcconservation.org
Salamanders, Frogs, and More!
Saturday, March 20, 2021, 01:00pm - 03:00pm Pocono Environmental Education Center
Amphibians are stirring in the woods! Join us as we explore nearby breeding pools for salamanders, frogs, and egg masses. We’ll provide nets and collection jars for gentle, up-close study. Wear boots and clothes that can get muddy or wet. peec.org
Bridge the Gap: Woodcock Walk
Saturday, March 20, 2021, 06:30pm - 08:00pm Pocono Environmental Education Center
Join us for a walk to see the mysterious woodcock and its spectacular springtime mating display. Bring a flashlight for better searching! Ages 10+ please. peec.org *Lead support is provided by the William Penn Foundation.*
Camp Hidden Falls Tour
Sunday, March 21, 2021, 01:00pm - 04:00pm Pocono Environmental Education Center
Camp Hidden Falls is an old Girl Scout Camp that was acquired by the NPS in 2018. Come with us as we explore the property and see how many waterfalls we can find. peec.org
Salamanders, Frogs, and More!
Sunday, March 28, 2021, 10:00am - 12:00pm Pocono Environmental Education Center
Amphibians are stirring in the woods! Join us as we explore nearby breeding pools for salamanders, frogs, and egg masses. We’ll provide nets and collection jars for gentle, up-close study. Wear boots and clothes that can get muddy or wet. peec.org Sunday, March 28, 2021, 01:00pm - 04:00pm Pocono Environmental Education Center
Climb into a bald eagle’s nest, crawl into a bat cave, explore a beaver lodge, and dig in a fossil pit! Explore this indoor discovery room and enjoy hands-on exhibits on natural history, sustainability and the local environment. No registration required. *Limited to 15 people at a time* peec.org
Bridge the Gap: Bike the McDade
Saturday, April 17, 2021, 01:00pm - 04:00pm Pocono Environmental Education Center
Join us for a bike ride along the McDade Trail! We will provide all equipment and transportation. Please bring a water bottle and wear sturdy footwear. We will have extra water and snacks available. peec.org *Lead support is provided by the William Penn Foundation.* Call for details.
Bridge the Gap: Spring Peeper Search
Saturday, April 17, 2021, 07:30pm - 09:00pm Pocono Environmental Education Center
These tiny tree frogs have thawed out and are active again in our forested wetlands. Listen to the impressive choir made by these vocal amphibians as we carefully catch, study, and release them. Bring a flashlight for better searching! *Lead support is provided by the William Penn Foundation.* peec.org
Waterfall Tour
Sunday, April 18, 2021, 09:00am - 12:00pm Pocono Environmental Education Center
The Delaware Water Gap has quite a few waterfalls within the park that all flow into the Delaware River. Join us for the morning as we check out some of the larger and well known falls in the park. Spaces are limited so call early! peec.org
Earth Day Festival
Saturday, April 24, 2021, 11:00am - 04:00pm Pocono Environmental Education Center
Help us celebrate the Earth! There will be hands-on learning stations, interpretive hikes, conservation exhibits, crafts, food, music, and much more! Pre-registration is NOT required. peec.org
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