Indian Run Environmental Education Center, LLC (IREEC)
Indian Run Environmental Education Center promotes knowledge and stewardship of Pennsylvania wildlife and its ecosystems through traveling educational programs that include live birds of prey and reptiles.
Visuals, activities and many bio facts such as feathers, furs and bones are also utilized in our fun and educational presentations and exhibits.
IREEC is based in Glenmoore, PA, however does not have a facility to host visitors. – We come to you!
Our woodland box turtle, birds of prey and bio facts, including feathers, are held under special permits issued by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Pennsylvania Game Commission.
** IREEC is not a wildlife rehabilitation center. If you need assistance with an injured or orphaned wild animal, please contact a licensed rehabilitator at http://www.pawr.com.
Our Audiences
IREEC provides educational programs, exhibits and speaking engagements for school and Scout groups, retirement centers, libraries, businesses, community events, birthday and wedding celebrations, and other groups and venues.
“The kids and teachers absolutely loved your presentation! You had a great way of engaging the children and really keeping them interested! We have found that in the past, not all entertainers and performers know how to keep everyone’s attention, so thank you for that!” ~Jessica Hanold, Director, Building Blockz Academy, Camp Hill, PA
“Thank you so very much for another wonderful program! You are so great with our kids and they learn so much during your presentations!” ~Jen Augustine, Director, Kennett Square Preschool Cooperative, Kennett Square, PA
“Harry had SUCH a great time at the Little Explorers class. He has constantly been telling all of the facts he learned from you. I am so thankful he had this opportunity to learn from you. Thank you again for sharing your gift.” ~Mom of 5 yr old, East Coventry Township, PA
“Dawn, thank you for bringing your live animal presentations to Rupert Elementary School! Your engaging and informative sessions provided our students with a truly unique learning experience that they will never forget. Seeing the animals up close and learning about them in such an interactive way sparked curiosity, excitement, and a deeper appreciation for the natural world.” ~Mr. Matthew Moyer, Principal, Rupert Elementary School, Pottstown, PA
All programs are scheduled by request. For public events, please visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/indianruneec
More about our Human and Animal Educators
Dawn White is the founder, owner, and educator at IREEC. She has worked as a naturalist and environmental educator since 1996, when she graduated from Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation and Park Management, with a concentration in Environmental Interpretation.
Dawn started her career at Great Valley Nature Center in Devault, PA, where her fondness for birds of prey and teaching with wildlife developed. She has designed and implemented various environmental education programs for children and adults alike during her work at the Nature Center and other non profit organizatons.
IREEC values its education volunteer, Shannon, who assists with monthly animal husbandry and programs, as needed.
IREEC’s animal ambassadors include seven raptors (hawks, owls, a vulture), all non releasable due to disabilities from injuries sustained in the wild. Dawn holds the required state and federal permits for these birds, and each animal has its own outdoor housing, built to specifications required by law.
Two snakes, two turtles, and a tarantula round out the animal residents. These animals enjoy life indoors, and frequently watch their humans from their enclosures.
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