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The Tom Ridge Environmental Center (TREC) is an educational center at heart, dedicated to teaching visitors about the unique 3,200 acres of Presque Isle and the many different forms of life that inhabit the peninsula.  TREC also serves as a center for research, contributing to conservation efforts and promoting environmental awareness, helping to preserve the unparalleled beauty of Presque Isle, the site of Pennsylvania’s only seashore.  While some facilities along the Great Lakes offer environmental education and others do research, none offer research, education and visitor services in one place, making TREC a unique destination for learning, wonder and fun. We’re open year-round and offer free admission to our interactive exhibits, glass-enclosed tower, and orientation movie. Learn about the history of Presque Isle and how you can contribute to keeping it pristine and beautiful.

Watch a fun, 10-minute video tour of TREC produced by Keystone Extra

Come visit TREC today - we’re looking forward to seeing you!

WHIMSY & FUN

TREC is a state-of-the-art green facility and a one-of-a-kind attraction located in the Pennsylvania Great Lakes Region. It is the perfect educational field trip experience for all. Our trained staff can guide you through the wonders of the Presque Isle Peninsula.

Here is a glimpse of what we have been up to.

> click here to find out more.

TREC is a state-of-the-art green facility and a one-of-a-kind attraction located in the Pennsylvania Great Lakes Region. It is the perfect educational field trip experience for all. Our trained staff can guide you through the wonders of the Presque Isle Peninsula.

Here is a glimpse of what we have been up to.

> click here to find out more.

TREC is a state-of-the-art green facility and a one-of-a-kind attraction located in the Pennsylvania Great Lakes Region. It is the perfect educational field trip experience for all. Our trained staff can guide you through the wonders of the Presque Isle Peninsula.

Here is a glimpse of what we have been up to.

> click here to find out more.

TREC is a state-of-the-art green facility and a one-of-a-kind attraction located in the Pennsylvania Great Lakes Region. It is the perfect educational field trip experience for all. Our trained staff can guide you through the wonders of the Presque Isle Peninsula.

Here is a glimpse of what we have been up to.

> click here to find out more.

Flying saucers, origami birds, steel trees…oh my. Step inside the doors to TREC (it’s FREE!) and discover a whole new world of fun. More than 7,000 square feet of the center is devoted to interactive exhibits. Photos