Educational Retreats that Meet Standards of Learning
Great Wolf Lodge Educational Retreats foster hands-on education that is fun.
Our flexible overnight programs allow you to choose from On-Site Educational Programs presented by the fine Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) staff. PEEC’s mission is to enhance environmental awareness, knowledge, and appreciation through hands-on experience in a natural outdoor classroom.
Educational Programming Areas - Here are just a few examples of the on-site educational programs we offer:
| Wildlife |
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Conservation |
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Team-Building |
1.5 Hour Program
In the first half of the class, we’ll explore indigenous Pocono mammals through a hands-on
skins and skulls demonstration. Animals to be covered include skunks, beavers, bear, whitetailed
deer, long-tailed weasels, raccoon, opossums, and muskrat. For the second half of the
class, we’ll go outside and learn animal adaptations through a series of Wildlife Games.
Through these activities, students will learn important ecological concepts in an informal, fun,
and interactive way. |
1.5 Hour Program
Water conservation and water quality will be examined using hands-on, participatory lessons and
activities. Students will learn what a watershed is, about point and non-point source pollution,
and how to help keep waterways clean. We will also discuss how water is used within the home
and how we can conserve this valuable resource.
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1.5 Hour Program
Groups of 12-15 individuals will start the day off with games and activities to get to know each
other and build trust within the group. Then, they will be presented with a series of challenges,
which promote team building, cooperation, and decision-making within a group. Group
members will work together in order to accomplish the task.
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Half-Day Program
With an extended lesson, students will learn the ancient art of Animal Tracking. We’ll examine
animal signs, learn the shape and size of specific animal footprints, and learn the various gait
(walking) patterns of our local mammals. We’ll end the class session by exploring the Great
Wolf Outdoors in search of evidence of animal inhabitation. |
Half-Day Program
With an extended lesson, we will
discuss the three R’s: Reduce, Reuse,
& Recycle. Participants will learn the
how’s and why’s of recycling and
strategies for producing less trash in
daily life. Other topics may include
global climate change and strategies
for reducing CO2 emissions. |
Half-Day Program
With an extended lesson, students will participate in an Outdoor Living Skills lesson. This
activity will be focused on gaining the skills and knowledge necessary for enjoying day or
overnight trips outdoors. Program will include concepts and activities from the nationally-known
“Leave No Trace” program. |
On-Site Educational Programs - Presented by PEEC
*PEEC programs meet academic and core standards for NY, NJ, and PA!
- Stay at Great Wolf Lodge and let distinguished environmental educators come to you.
Time for lunch and the waterpark is built into your day of hands-on education, so there will be a
perfect mix of work and play!
- Programs range from 1.5 hours to half day (3 hours).
- PEEC will custom-design a program to suit your interests and needs.
You can create a three-hour program by participating in two different 1.5 hour programs.
Please call for pricing.
Overnight Educational Programs can be customized to meet the individual needs of your group;
just ask and we'll develop a special program designed for your students!
Please be advised that programs are subject to change without notice.
To learn more: 1.800.978.6303 or e-mail us at pocogroupsales@greatwolf.com.
For General Information: GREATWOLF.COM
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