Make wild memories at the Tom Ridge Environmental Center!
Every summer Thursday, TREC extends it's hours, remaining open from 4:00 - 8:00 pm. Each week brings a brand-new wildlife or science theme to life with hands-on activities, movies, and more! Whether you're 7 or 70, we've got something for everyone.
Always free, no registration required!
Weekly Schedule:
July 16 – Super Science Night
Tonight the spotlight is on science! The Regional Science Consortium will have you learning about water testing, extracting DNA, and taking a closer look at the microscopic world! Discover aquaponics, ongoing research projects, the data collection efforts on Presque Isle, and more. There's something for curious minds of all ages.
Free Movies:
Animal Kingdom - 4:00 pm
Journey to Space - 5:00 pm
Animal Kingdom - 6:00 pm
Journey to Space - 7:00 pm
July 23 – Discover Presque Isle!
Discover some of the hidden gems of Presque Isle including things you might not see like macroinvertebrates, trails, old infrastructure and more.
Free Movies:
Backyard Wilderness - 5:00PM
Backyard Wilderness - 7:00PM
July 30 – Piping Plovers: A Conservation Story
Discover the remarkable comeback of this endangered shorebird and the conservation efforts helping it thrive once again at Presque Isle.
Free Movie:
Our Threatened & Endangered Species: Piping Plovers - A Pennsylvania Game Commision Film
Showings at 4:00PM, 5:00PM, 6:00PM, and 7:00PM
August 6 – National Root Beer Float Day!
On hot summer days, nothing cools you down better than this classic concoction. Learn the fizzy science behind this beverage that combines three states of matter: Liquid (root beer), solid (ice cream) and gas (bubbles).
Movies: Schedule TBD
August 13 – Stop Bugging Me!
Insects might be as annoying as a little brother or sister, but much like siblings, they are a vital part of the animal family. Come be amazed at the number and diversity of insects that can be found across the world and here at Presque Isle.
Movies: Schedule TBD
August 20 – This one's for the birds!
Did you know that three nonprofits focused on birds call TREC home? Stop in to learn all things birds! Activities include examining bird feathers under microscopes, watching live bird banding demonstrations, nest check activity, dissecting owl pellets, Purple Martin craft, and viewing specimens of birds found right here on Presque Isle. Stations and activities provided by Regional Science Consortium, Purple Martin Conservation Association, Erie Bird Observatory, Natural History Museum and Presque Isle Audubon Society.
Free Movies:
Pennsylvania Game Commission Film: Our Threatened and Endangered Species – Great Egrets, 4:30PM
Wings over Water – 5:00PM
Pennsylvania Game Commission Film: Our Threatened and Endangered Species – Great Egrets, 6:30PM
Wings over Water – 7:00PM
Our Partners & Supporters
Presented in partnership with the Regional Science Consortium.
TREC: After Hours is generously supported by:
