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TREC is a unique destination for learning, wonder, and fun at the entrance to Presque Isle State Park. It offers exhibits, a theater, a tower, a research wing, a gift shop, a cafe, and more.
The Tom Ridge Environmental Center (TREC) is an educational center 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 ...
Learn about the unique ecosystem of Presque Isle State Park at the Tom Ridge Environmental Center, a free educational and research facility. Enjoy interactive exhibits, a tower, a movie, a café, and a gift shop.
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TREC is a partnership between the private sector and DCNR to enhance education, research, and visitor experience at Presque Isle. Learn about the unique ecosystem, visit the official Erie Visitor Center, and support the foundation.
Named after former Governor of Pennsylvania and U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Tom Ridge, the center opened on May 26, 2006. It features 65,000 square feet (6,039 m 2) of space including interpretive exhibits highlighting local and regional flora and fauna, as well as information on the human history and culture of the area.
Presque Isle State Park is a natural asset with beaches, trails, and wildlife. The Tom Ridge Environmental Center offers environmental education and programs at the park.
The Tom Ridge Environmental Center (TREC) is the gateway to Presque Isle State Park, and the gateway to discovery. This 65,000 square-foot, state-of-the-art, green-designed facility encourages visitors to experience the unique history and ever-changing, diverse ecosystems of Presque Isle State Park.
