Founded...

       in September 1987 as the nation's first fully mobile environmental education center; bringing the re-

       sources, equipment and staff of a reputable education facility to any indoor or outdoor site.

Purpose...

       to stimulate awareness and understanding of the total environment - natural, altered, human and his-

       toric - among people of all ages; to develop a sense of responsibility for the care and wise use of our

       natural resources; and to provide expertise and assistance to schools and other educational institutions

       in environmental education methods, resources and programs.

Methods...

       of program implementation include conducting learning units

       for schools and other requesting organizations; public work-

       shops and interpretive programs; summer nature day camps;

       broadcast and print media productions; courses in continuing

       education for Intermediate Units and Community Colleges; and

       day trips and extended natural history tours to areas of natural,

       scientific and historic interest.

Motto...

Integrity: moral soundness in all business, staff and client interactions, revealing steadfastness to truth,

      purpose, responsibility and trust.

Excellence: superior workmanship, highest professional conduct, and exceptional quality productions

       in all endeavors.

Innovation: nurturing personal and professional creativity developing and introducing successful new

       concepts in program services design, content and delivery.

Awards...

       National Finalist 1990

       National Semifinalist 1989

              Take Pride in America Awards Program

              “ in recognition of demonstrated commitment and

              exceptional contribution to the stewardship of

              America's natural and cultural resources.”


     First Place Award Winner, 1990, 1989;

       Second Place Award Winner, 1991;

              Take Pride in Pennsylvania Awards Program

              “for superior contributions to the stewardship of

              Pennsylvania's land and cultural resources.”