Upcoming Programs

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Space is often limited. Advanced registration is required.

 

Please register by phone only (no email or facebook) at (570) 645-8597.

Leave a message with your name and phone number if you get the machine.

 

Additional information can be found on CCEEC's facebook page.

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MONTHLY CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

 

Creepy Crawlers

Mondays, 10:00-11:30 a.m.

Open to all 2, 3 and 4-year-olds, each session focuses on some aspect of the natural world. Children participate in age-appropriate games, crafts, stories and other activities.

Programs are free for members, and a $5 per-child donation is requested of non-members. Register by phone.                                                             

March 24— “Wind”                                                             

April 14— “A Hiking We Will Go”                                      

May—No Meeting

June 30— “Seeds”

July 28— “Water”

August—No Meeting

 

 

Nature Club

Sundays, 1:00-2:30 p.m.

Formerly known as “Ranger Rick”, the Nature Club is open to all students in grades K through 6. Each meeting begins in an official session where children will discuss and vote on club business. The afternoon concludes with hikes, games, or other nature-oriented activities.

Programs are free for members, and a $5 per-child donation is requested of non-members. Register by phone. All topics to be announced.                                      

March 16        

April 13         

May 18

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FEBRUARY

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Bird Box Sale

Now Until Sell Out

Now is the time to get boxes installed for most species of cavity nesting birds. Assembled boxes and/or kits are available for purchase through early March, or later if the inventory lasts. Boxes are suitable for bluebirds, wrens, tree swallows and other small birds.

Assembled boxes, $20/$25 or kits $15/$20 for CCEEC members/non-members.

A limited number of assembled, screech owl/American kestrel boxes are available, pre-order only, for $40. Cash, check, and PayPal accepted.

 

 

Yarn Tuesdays

February 4 through March 25, 6:00-7:30 p.m.

Knitters and crocheters of every skill level are welcome, with a special invitation to beginners. Participants may bring their own materials or use the yarn, needles, and hooks provided. Attend one, several, or all sessions for a single $15 donation. Light refreshments provided.

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MARCH

 

Art Class with Jean Perry: The Barn Owl

Saturday, March 15, 10:00 a.m. to Noon

Snowdate, March 22

With a heart-shaped face and a scream to scare, the nocturnal barn owl can be found in old buildings, farms and fields. Learn about this gorgeous bird and paint a watercolor, sketch a colored pencil or fine marker on paper. A live model is planned.

Reference pictures and materials are provided for a $20 fee. Open to ages 16 and up. Registration required.

 

 

Help! There’s a Raccoon in My Trash

Thursday, March 20, 6:00 p.m.   

Virtual (Zoom) Program          

Raccoons, skunks, bears and opossums are just a few of the animals that can end up on the “nuisance” list, especially on trash night.

At this virtual program, participants will learn what draws certain animals in to our garbage bins, so better to outsmart these nighttime marauders.

The program is free of charge for members and non-members alike, but registration is required. Copy this Zoom link into your browser to register:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/i-quP3qGSEO30DHtojxypA

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Spring Hike

Saturday, March 29, 10:00 a.m.

Naturalist Jeannie Carl leads participants on an easy walk in search of early spring flowers and other signs of seasonal change on EEC trails.

Binoculars and field guides available on loan or bring your own. Sturdy, waterproof footwear recommended.

The program is offered free of charge for EEC members and non-members alike. Families welcome. Register by phone.

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APRIL & MAY

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Art Class with Jean Perry: Gray and Red Foxes

Saturday, April 12, 10:00 a.m. to Noon

You probably know that foxes are in the dog family, but did you know that two very different species inhabit Pennsylvania?  Though similar in appearance, gray foxes are in decline compared to the more adaptable red fox. 

Choose a watercolor or pastel drawing for your creation on paper. Pictures, furs, and taxidermy references will be available. All art materials are provided for a $20 fee. Open to ages 16 and up. Registration required.

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Trivia Night

Friday, April 25, 6:00 p.m.

A night of family fun, testing your nature knowledge with some fast-paced trivia! Join Naturalist Jeannie Carl, serving as host for the evening, as she quizzes participants on a variety of nature and science related topics. Prizes awarded to winning teams! The program is free and open to all ages, but pre-registration is required.

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Yoga With Lori

Saturday, May 24, 10:00 a.m.

CCEEC volunteer and yoga instructor Lori Wolf offers gentle flow yoga appropriate for all levels of interest and ability. Held outdoors in the perfect setting to connect with the natural world.

Participants are asked to bring a yoga mat if possible, and to dress comfortably and appropriately for outdoors.

The program is offered free of charge for EEC members. A $5 donation per person is requested of non-members. Register by phone.

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JUNE

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Wildflower Walk

Sunday, June 1, 1:00 p.m.

Volunteer Naturalist Michael Blacketter leads another of his popular plant walks. Participants will note native tree species beginning to green for the season, as well as mosses, ferns, and flowers.

Binoculars and field guides available on loan or bring your own. Sturdy, waterproof footwear recommended.

The program is offered free of charge for EEC members. A $5 donation per person is requested of non-members. Register by phone.

 

 

Rattlesnake Run 5k

Saturday, June 14, 8:00 a.m.

This annual run/walk returns to Lehigh Gorge State Park for its thirteenth year. Open to anyone looking to complete one mile or 5k at any pace, the race is one of CCEEC’s largest fundraisers.

T-shirts guaranteed to early registrants, and plenty of awards across several age categories

Online registration opens soon. Those interested also have the option to stop in and register in person at CCEEC.

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Yoga With Lori

Sunday, June 22, 10:00 a.m.

The program is offered free of charge for EEC members. A $5 donation per person is requested of non-members. Register by phone.

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Kids’ Week

Monday through Friday, June 23-27

10:00 a.m. to Noon

Our summer day camp is full of outdoor activities, crafts, and games. Each day features a different nature theme, with topics to be announced.

The camp is open to children entering grades K through 6, but pre-registration is a must. There is a $45 fee per camper for the week, payable in advance. A limited number of spaces are available, so parents are encouraged to begin the registration process quickly in order to secure a spot. Call to register.

 

 

Rafting Trek

June 29, 10:30 a.m.

This fundraiser is made possible through the generosity of Whitewater Rafting Adventures, Nesquehoning. Participants aged 5 and up enjoy the summer float section of the Lehigh River at a discounted rate, with CCEEC members getting an additional percentage off.

Registration details and cost information found at this link. Note, only pre-paid registrations are accepted. No walk-in registrations will be taken on the day of the trip.

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JULY & AUGUST

 

Wild Wednesdays

Every Wednesday in July

At Mauch Chunk Lake, 11:00 a.m.

There’s always something wild going on at the lake in summer. CCEEC brings crafts, nature activities, and live animals to the beach pavilion once each week.

Swimmers, campers, and other visitors to the park are invited to these free, informal programs. No registration required.

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Yoga With Lori

Saturday, July 26, 10:00 a.m.

The program is offered free of charge for EEC members. A $5 donation per person is requested of non-members. Register by phone.

 

 

Conservation Camp

Monday through Friday, August 11-15

This weeklong event takes place at Hickory Run State Park, allowing children ages 8 through 12 the opportunity to connect with nature through hikes, crafts, games, campfires, even a rafting trip down the Lehigh River! Plenty of fun, fresh air, and good food keep kids from missing their electronic devices—tablets, laptops, and video games are prohibited.

Camp is strictly limited to 25 children. Community sponsors help cover the costs, allowing CCEEC to keep registration fees low.

Call for more information or to begin the registration process.

 

 

Yoga With Lori

Sunday, August 24, 10:00 a.m.

The program is offered free of charge for EEC members. A $5 donation per person is requested of non-members. Register by phone.

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