Nicknamed the “Tree House” for a sycamore tree that grew through the environmental center’s farmhouse front porch, the Wissahickon Environmental Center features miles of trails, a 200-gallon fish aquarium, and a variety of educational programs on its 1,800-acre site. Groups will enjoy learning about topics such as watersheds, forest ecology, creeks, native wildlife, and more. Seasonal programs include apple cidering in October and maple sugaring in February. Don’t forget to check out the floor-to-ceiling mural depicting wildlife native to the area.
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Grade Level: PreK-8th. Activity Type: Day Trips, Guided Activities, Self-Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies. Cost: Free/Fee.
SUPPORTS CLASSROOM LEARNING IN: Environmental Studies, Science.
SUPPORTS SCOUT BADGES IN: Environmental Science, Science.
