Eastern Pennsylvania: Unparalleled Experiences for K-12 Students

• American History
• Local Heritage, Culture
• Social Studies
• Engineering
• STEM
• STEAM
• Environmental Science & Earth Science
• Biological Science
• Animal Sciences
• Architecture
• Visual Art & Performing Arts
• Sports

Independence Mall in Philadelphia. Photo credit – PHLCVB (1)

Throughout Eastern Pennsylvania, students can explore learning in hands-on, interactive environments that promote participation and engagement while maintaining educational value and creating memorable experiences. Outdoor classrooms and natural environments, numerous interactive museums and hands-on creative spaces, and educator-led tours and programming offer students opportunities to learn through strong immersion.

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PHILADELPHIA

Early American History

The City of Brotherly Love doesn’t disappoint when it comes to experiential learning opportunities. At Independence National Historical Park, student groups can experience Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell Center and the Ben Franklin Museum for a robust history-fueled academic outing. Just steps from Independence Hall, the National Constitution Center offers exceptional student programming, educator-led tours, fascinating exhibits and in-depth lessons on our Constitution and the Declaration of Independence.

Through compelling stories about our nation’s founding, diverse people and complex events, students will learn profound lessons of strength, equality, liberty and self-governance at the Museum of the American Revolution.

Witness how money is made at the country’s first Mint during a free self-guided tour of the Philadelphia Mint and learn the story behind processing US coins. The Mint also provides the opportunity to watch live operations from 40 feet above the production floor and explore unique exhibits.

For ghost lore and spooky history, participate in a Ghost Tour of Philadelphia. Students can learn about the shadowy secrets of America’s most historic and haunted city during a candlelight walking tour through back streets and secret gardens. Visit Independence National Park, Old City and Society Hill, where apparitions roam eerie graveyards and haunted houses.

Bushkill Falls in Poconos, PA. Photo credit – Bushkill Falls Facebook

STEM, Natural History & Animal Science

A vibrant and interactive STEM world awaits at The Franklin Institute, full of curiosities and hands-on experiences that spark imagination. From a Wondrous Space journey to the Science of Soccer, Meaningful Math, engaging Climate Science activities and space exploration in Mission2Mars, the possibilities are endless.

Discover humanity in a captivating environment at the Penn Museum. Here, preschool to high school and college students can learn through guided museum tours, archaeology talks, hands-on workshops and global learning labs for fully immersive education.

At the Philadelphia Zoo, youth groups can embark upon a Premium Insider Tour, where students will learn about innovative strategies and techniques used to save and care for wildlife. Through meet-and-greets and interactions with Zoo staff, groups will also gain a deeper understanding of the historic grounds and structures of America’s First Zoo.

Extraordinary Museums

Gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of maritime history at the Independence Seaport Museum through intriguing exhibits and educational programs. Students can take a group tour of the museum to learn about the city’s history from a unique perspective, glimpse the world’s oldest floating steel warship, and delve into the environment and importance of local waterways.

For a wacky adventure full of eye-popping experiences, head to the Museum of Illusions, where students explore mind over matter. Walk through perspective-changing rooms, investigate optical illusions and glimpse mind-bending showcases. Grades K-12 can learn STEM and STEAM topics through hands-on activities, experiments and interactions with Illusion Experts, a dedicated team of museum assistants who help students unlock the mystery of optical illusions.

Arts & Culture

Take a field trip to the Philadelphia Parkway Museums District, located along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, comprising some of the most prestigious museums in the country. This is a perfect full-day arts-and-culture field trip where groups can explore numerous institutions in a single visit. Groups can explore the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Barnes Foundation, Rodin Museum, Calder Gardens, The Franklin Institute, The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, Moore College of Art and Design, Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, and more, all offering something impressive and unique.

Philly Sports

Philadelphia has some of the best-known and beloved sports teams, and students can take stadium tours for behind-the-scenes access and interactive learning opportunities. Football fans can explore Lincoln Financial Field, the Philadelphia Eagles’ stadium, during a group tour for access to the press box, locker room, field and more. Baseball lovers can tour Citizens Bank Park, home of the Phillies, and discover the Cadillac Hall of Fame Club, field tours and MLB behind-the-scenes experiences.

Xfinity Mobile Arena, formerly the Wells Fargo Center, invites groups to tour one of the world’s busiest arenas to learn about the rich history of Philadelphia sports and entertainment. Step onto the Sixers’ court during a tour, home to the Philadelphia 76ers NBA basketball team, or learn about the Philadelphia Flyers, Philly’s NHL team.

Only in Philadelphia

Explore the Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site during a guide-led tour and discussion about the location’s complex history, social issues and the role of prisons today. Groups can also participate in school group workshops led by educators, which include exploration and discussion-based activities.

A trip to Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens will stay with visitors long after the experience ends. Students in grades 1-12 and attending college can participate in a guided interpretive tour that includes areas typically not open to the public. Explore founding artist Isaiah Zagar’s incredible displays and learn about his background, influences, materials and techniques he uses to create extraordinary mosaics. Groups will also learn about the history of South Street and the Magic Gardens.

Explore one of the world’s most revered collections of racing sports cars at the Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum. Here, students can take an unforgettable journey through the extensive history and biography of each car told through fascinating stories of boyhood dreams, discovery, international travel, historical research and more. Tours include intriguing facts about a collection of over 85 historically significant cars that took more than 50 years to gather.

Dive into the tastes of Philly at Reading Terminal Market and enjoy a guided tour to learn about 80+ unique merchants and family restaurant owners. The 45-minute walking tour includes tasty snacks and fascinating stories about the Market’s origin, evolution and the people who sell their goods here.

Anyone who visits Philadelphia can’t leave without trying a famous Philly cheesesteak. Find all the best spots to stop along the Philadelphia Cheesesteak Trail and learn about the iconic sandwich that came to be in the 1930s.

Brandywine Battlefield Park in Delaware County, PA. Photo credit – Brandywine Battlefielt Park Facebook

DELAWARE COUNTY (DELCO)

Horticulture & History

Students can connect with the natural world at Tyler Arboretum in Media, where experienced naturalists guide learners through engaging, age-appropriate curricula. Groups can get hands-on during activities that explore plant life, pollination, mammals, invertebrates, ecosystems and more.

At the Scott Arboretum & Gardens in Swarthmore, youth groups can learn about an incredible collection of plants during guided and self-guided tours that include educational booklets. Immerse students in the exquisite grounds as they learn about horticulture, pollination, seasonal plants and other science-related topics.

Discover the spot of the first landing on the territory of Pennsylvania at the William Penn Landing Site in Chester. Students can gain insight into the first landing on October 28 and 29, 1682, and William Penn’s journey to the New World.

Experience the American Revolution on a tour of the Brandywine Battlefield Park in Chadds Ford for an immersive history lesson. Delve into the early American ways of life during the Colonial Skills program, with hands-on activities and tours of the Benjamin Ring House, which focuses on the Battle of Brandywine. Students will also learn about the second-longest single-day battle of the American Revolution and how the Battle of Brandywine saw more troops engaged than any other battle in the Revolutionary War.

Strombolis & Sports

Enjoy a group lunch and learn about the birthplace of the beloved stromboli sandwich at The Original Romano’s Stromboli in Essington, which has been serving up the mouthwatering Italian handheld for more than 70 years. From iconic flavors like pizza and pepperoni to unique twists, including broccoli and cheese, Philly cheesesteak and meatball provolone, you’re sure to find something to please the entire group.

After lunch, catch a Philadelphia Union MLS soccer match at Subaru Park in Chester for an exciting afternoon. Explore the state-of-the-art, award-winning Major League Soccer stadium, home to the Philadelphia Union, and learn about the electrifying atmosphere. The park offers a variety of matchday group experiences for youth groups, including on-field activities, pregame ceremonies and opportunities to watch team warmups.

Visual Arts

Observe the renowned collection of work featuring American artists, including three generations of the Wyeth family, at the Brandywine Museum of Art in Chadds Ford. Field trip groups can explore stunning visual art displays that connect art, language arts, social studies, math, environmental science and local history. Pre-K through high school students can learn about art’s intersections with other curricula, including nature, geometry, storytelling and Pennsylvania history, through educational programming.

American Helicopter Museuem in Chester County, PA. Photo credit – Chester County’s Brandywine Valley

CHESTER / BRANDYWINE VALLEY

Plant Science & Conservation

Engage with nature during a field trip to Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, filled with blooming surprises around every corner. Grade-level educational programs allow groups to connect with classroom curricula through hands-on exploration. Students can participate in educator-guided experiences or self-guided field trips to learn about horticulture and conservation.

History & Heritage

Connect the past with today’s industrial assets through steelmaking objects at The National Iron & Steel Heritage Museum in Coatesville. Here, groups can tour a variety of intriguing locations, including the Visitor Center for steelmaking exhibits, Graystone Manion, Brandywine Mansion, the Steelworkers’ Memorial honoring those who lost their lives due to injuries at the steel site and much more.

Explore one of the world’s largest collections of rotocraft at the American Helicopter Museum & Education Center in West Chester. Youth groups can participate in educational programs focusing on STEM, physics and flight history through engaging gallery exhibits, larger-than-life helicopters and docent-led discussion tours.

Valley Forge Park in King of Prussia, PA. Photo credit – Chester County’s Brandywine Valley

VALLEY FORGE

American History

Explore the grounds in King of Prussia where George Washington sought refuge with his Continental Army during the encampment of 1777-78 at Valley Forge National Historical Park. During ranger-led experiences, discover 3,500 acres of historic landscapes, flowering meadows and monuments commemorating the Revolutionary War generation. Students can participate in curriculum-based educational discussions about soldier life, Revolutionary War history, and glimpse historical landmarks, including the Muhlenberg Brigade Huts, the National Memorial Arch and Washington’s Headquarters.

STEM, Space & Sports

Blast off into space at the Challenger Learning Center at Montgomery County Community College in Pottstown, where NASA space programs immerse student groups in STEM topics. Dive into space-themed education through exciting hands-on opportunities in simulated learning environments, virtual missions and satellite challenges.

In King of Prussia, take education to new heights at iFLY Philadelphia, where sports meet STEM during immersive experiences. Students can learn about mind and body control, physics, movement in action, teamwork and more, with highly trained STEM educators to help groups understand math and physics and how they relate to real life.

Animal Encounters

Encourage students to play an active role in environmental and wildlife conservation with a field trip to Norristown and the Elmwood Park Zoo, a space dedicated to caring for and teaching about the natural world and its inhabitants. The Zoo offers a variety of educational programs for all grade levels and provides in-depth opportunities to learn about biology, environmental science and animal science. Groups can engage with Zoo staff and get up close to exotic animals, amphibians, reptiles and more.

Fun Learning Experiences

For a thrilling learning adventure with your class, head to Arnold’s Family Entertainment Center in Oaks, where team building and group participation are fun and exciting. Students can also learn about handling money and savings through gamified lesson modules designed to be fun and engaging, perfect for elementary, middle and high school groups. From laser tag and blacklight mini golf to the American Treasure Tour Museum full of pop culture and XD Theater rides, Arnold’s is both fun and educational.

The King of Prussia Mall is Philadelphia’s premier shopping and dining destination, with more than 450 stores and 30+ eateries. But it’s also home to the first-ever Netflix House, a brand-new 100,000-square-foot mind-blowing experience full of immersive activities, fan-favorite foods and exclusive merchandise inspired by beloved Netflix movies and shows.

Daniel Boone Homestead in Berks County, PA. Photo credit – Daniel Boone Homestead

READING & BERKS COUNTY

Pioneer History

Visit Birdsboro in Berks County and the birthplace of legendary pioneer Daniel Boone at the Daniel Boone Homestead. Groups are immersed in Boone’s life during the colonial period through exhibits, educational programming and group tours. Explore 579 acres comprising the Boone House, six 18^th-century structures, including a blacksmith shop and the Bertolet Sawmill, the oldest working water-powered vertical blade sawmills in Pennsylvania. Groups can also enjoy scenic picnic areas, nature trails, a lake, picnic areas and recreational facilities.

Aviation History

Since 1980, the Mid Atlantic Air Museum (MAAM) in Reading has kept Mid Atlantic aviation history alive with its vast collection of aircraft memorabilia and artifacts dating back to World War II. Historically accurate displays wow visitors while teaching them about each object’s history, technological evolution and cultural context. Enjoy a hangar tour or experience the largest reenactment event of its kind in North America during World War II Weekend, the first full weekend of June each year.

Discover a true aviation pioneer at the General Carl Spaatz National USAAF Museum in Boyertown and take a self-guided tour of museum exhibits while listening to recorded history descriptions and museum docents. If you seek a more immersive tour, join an Enhanced Experience, where groups engage with interactive exhibits that encourage living-history participation and learning about General Carl Spaatz.

Interactive Arts & Industrial History

The renowned GoggleWorks Center for the Arts in Reading is an incredible facility dating back to the 1800s, where it was a former goggle manufacturing plant. Today, GoggleWorks invites student groups to explore the world of art through guided campus tours. Learn about art in action through teaching studios and gallery spaces, where artists continue creating new pieces. Also learn about Reading’s industrial past and the building’s history as the first US factory to manufacture optical lenses.

Learning Through Sports

How about a unique field trip to interact with the Reading Fightin’ Phils MLB team at FirstEnergy Stadium during Fightin’ Phils Education Days, where real-world learning and baseball intersect. Students can engage in pre-game Q&A sessions with members of the Fightin’ Phils, join in on-field academic challenges and participate in pre-game educational presentations.

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Steamtown National Historic Site in Lackawanna County, PA. Photo credit – Steamtown National Historic Site Facebook

LACKAWANNA COUNTY

History & Heritage Tours

Go on a subterranean portal bus adventure during a Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour in McDade Park on the western side of Scranton. As groups descend 300 feet below the surface, discover the Anthracite mine, which originally opened in 1860. Learn about unique Anthracite coal veins as you pass through each one, while guides explain and demonstrate fascinating coal extraction methods and the mine worker heritage of Northeastern Pennsylvania.

After a thrilling Coal Mine Tour, stay at McDade Park and visit the nearby Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum to interact with immersive, period-appropriate exhibits. Discover immigrant culture and stories of local hard-coal mining families, along with the region’s history of anthracite mining and textile industries in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

In Downtown Scranton, visit the Steamtown National Historic Site for locomotive history and interactive experiences that teach students about the pivotal role of steam engines during the 19th century. Field trip groups can interact with exhibits, participate in ranger-led programs and watch educational videos that tie together classroom curricula.

Discover the harrowing journey of enslaved African Americans and the challenges freedom seekers faced during the 19th century, including the Civil War, at Destination Freedom. Groups will embark on an Underground Railroad Walking Tour that examines the complex history and rich heritage of the African American community in Northeastern PA. Stops include historic sites, homes, schools, churches and prominent meeting places of the 19th century. Hear stories of abolitionists and runaways, and visit Carbondale Road, a stretch of roadway that became one of the area’s largest runaway settlements.

Natural History, Science & Art

At the Everhart Museum of Natural History, Science & Art in Scranton, youth groups can learn about the vibrant culture, heritage and natural history of Northeastern Pennsylvania and beyond through captivating exhibits. During docent-led 90-minute educational tours, groups will explore unique collections and exhibitions of artifacts spanning natural history, science and art across time. Students are encouraged to examine visual artworks by creators across a variety of eras, places and styles. From regional art to Pennsylvania’s 1800s Folk Art traditions, an in-depth cultural history experience awaits.

STEM Through Sports

During STEM School Days with the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders MLB team, baseball games are held twice each May, and field trip groups can participate in a variety of events that bridge baseball and STEM. Students can explore STEM Learning Stations located around the field, interact with CHAMP, the RailRiders’ mascot, and watch the team play ball.

Group Thrills & Pizza Galore

Add some fun to your educational field trip with a day at Lahey Family Fun Park in Clarks Summit for award-winning mini golf on two unique courses. Explore their newly renovated arcade with games and prizes, plus a ¼-mile go-kart track for a thrilling experience. Groups can also test their abilities in one of the batting cages and splash around on bumper boats during the summer.

When in Lackawanna County, you must try the pizza! In fact, explore the Lackawanna County Pizza Trail for an array of tasty spots serving up classic and signature pies. Discover more than 160 pizza shops, including in Old Forge, colloquially known as the “Pizza Capital of the World.” Field trip groups can pick up a Pizza Trail Passport at the Lackawanna County Visitors Bureau and receive a stamp from each participating pizzeria. Special prizes are available at the Visitors Bureau for those who’ve collected a certain number of stamps.

Bushkill Falls in Poconos, PA. Photo credit – Bushkill Falls Facebook

POCONOS

Outdoor Learning Adventures

Explore the “Niagara of Pennsylvania” at Bushkill Falls, a series of eight waterfalls and one of the state’s most scenic attractions. Discover an extraordinary natural environment showcasing the beauty of the Pocono Mountains, with hiking and walking trails offering outstanding views.

Field trip groups can learn about the history of the Falls, Pennsylvania’s diverse wildlife and Native American history through fascinating exhibits at the welcome center and get hands-on roleplaying as gold miners while mining for gemstones. Or test navigation skills in a friendly competition at the Bushkill Falls Mining Company Maze, complete with a passport and checkpoints for a fun team activity.

For an unforgettable outdoor experience, head to Pocono Whitewater in Jim Thorpe for student group adventures, including whitewater rafting, biking excursions on the Lehigh Gorge Rail Trail, or a fun game of Skirmish Paintball. Whether you’re celebrating a successful school year or want to get your students active, this is a great opportunity.

Year-Round Resort Fun

The Poconos offer groups numerous exciting experiences for school celebrations. Head to Camelback Resort for aquatic fun, skiing and snow tubing, and a thrilling mountain adventure park. At Camelback Mountain Adventures, take a thrilling ride on Pennsylvania’s only Mountain Coaster, or soar above the treetops on the 4,000-foot-high zipline. Splash away the early summer heat at two waterparks—Aquatopia for year-round indoor fun and Camelbeach, Pennsylvania’s largest outdoor waterpark. Wintertime group experiences include snow tubing and skiing, with expert instructors available for all skill levels.

A one-stop thrills, frills and eats, Kalahari Resort in Pocono Manor offers all-ages fun and group-friendly dining. Explore hundreds of arcade games and thrilling escape rooms for team-building fun. Test your skills at mini golf or mini bowling for friendly competition. Or enjoy the thrills of laser tag and a 7-D motion theater experience. There are also numerous shops to discover souvenirs.

Crayola Experience in the Lehigh Valley, PA. Photo credit – Crayola Experience Facebook

LEHIGH VALLEYI

History & Heritage

Witness America’s golden age of canals at the National Canal Museum in Easton, where groups can return to an often-forgotten time in our industrial and transportation past. Explore the 520-acre park nestled between the Lehigh Canal and the Lehigh River and part of the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor. Take a ride on the 110-passenger Josiah White II canal boat and learn about the region’s canal culture and the different science principles, technology and engineering feats that helped create and operate the canal system. Students can also discover hands-on exhibits that showcase 19th-century canal life and technology.

Thrilling STEAM Attractions

Creative play and STEAM topics come together for a truly unique learning environment at the Crayola Experience in Easton. Students can learn about the science behind melted wax and the secret behind how crayons are made. Explore more than 20 interactive attractions, witness live manufacturing demonstrations of crayon-making and get hands-on in the Color Lab, where students become young scientists.

At Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom in Allentown, field trip groups can participate in educational programs that cover everything from physics to engineering through interactive experiences in a state-of-the-art environment. The premier amusement park offers thrilling roller coasters, family rides, aquatic adventures, a classic carousel and more. Groups can also dine at the park and catch live performances, including the Steel Pan Jam, a group of supremely talented steelpan musicians.

Local Sports & Performance Experiences

For a unique blend of local sports and performance opportunities, take a field trip to see the Lehigh Valley Phantoms, Pennsylvania’s top minor league affiliate hockey team for the Philadelphia Flyers. Students can enjoy a rousing hockey game and participate in one-of-a-kind performance opportunities, including singing the National Anthem and God Bless America. Marching bands, dance troupes, cheer squads and karate groups are also invited to take center stage to provide AHL fans with exciting pre-game entertainment.

Celebrate America’s favorite pastime at a Lehigh Valley IronPigs Triple-A Minor League Baseball game. The IronPigs play at Coca-Cola Park, where youth groups can get a behind-the-scenes 60-minute ballpark tour for a true insider’s look at the park and the organization. Students can also participate in Education Days, two days each May, hosting school groups for special school-themed morning baseball games and activities.

Pennsbury Manor in Bucks County, PA. Photo credit – Pennsbury Manor Facebook

BUCKS COUNTY

Early American History

Discover what life was like 300 years ago during a field trip to Pennsbury Manor in Morrisville, a reconstruction of William Penn’s country estate set on 43 acres along the Delaware River. Students can learn about Penn’s significance in Pennsylvania’s history through a tour of the Manor House, furnished with a stunning collection of 17th-century objects and furniture. Experience living history through demonstrations and hands-on activities, including in the gardens and with resident farm animals. Discover period trades, such as blacksmithing, open-hearth cooking, writing with quill pens and 17th-century medicine during the Pennsbury by the Day educational program.

Walk in the footsteps of one of America’s most revered leaders at Washington Crossing Historic Park. Field trip groups are invited to participate in Colonial Days Field Trips, with educational programming that immerses students in early American history. Explore 18th-century military and civilian life and learn about Washington’s infamous Crossing of the Delaware River on Christmas Night in 1776. Several interpretive learning stations are spread throughout the historic village, each offering a fundamental aspect of the period through living history experiences.

Field trip groups can also participate in the Park’s Rescuing the Revolution Field Trip Program, where they will discover the events of ten crucial days of the Revolutionary War that bolstered the Revolutionary effort when it needed it most. Students will learn about life in a Continental Army encampment and the details of Washington’s crossing of the Delaware River, accompanied by his troops.

Architecture, Creative Arts & Colonial History

In Doylestown, mesmerize your group with a trip to the extraordinary Fonthill Castle, built between 1808 and 1812, and a phenomenal six-story concrete showplace designed and built by Henry Chapman Mercer. The creative and visionary also crafted handmade tiles, each a work of beauty. Take a tour of the magnificent structure, home to the archaeologist, anthropologist, ceramicist, scholar and antiquarian, and learn about Mercer’s eclectic art contributions during the height of the Arts & Crafts Movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

While at the Castle, discover artifacts and history at the Mercer Museum during interpreter-led programs and museum galleries. Varying by grade level, different programs offer groups opportunities to learn about Colonial America and what it was like to live during that period.

Intrigued by Henry Chapman Mercer and his unusual Fonthill Castle? Then head next door to TileWorks, historically known as the Moravian Pottery and Tile Works, and learn about the working Moravian tile factory built by Mercer in 1911 and 1912, originally established as a pottery factory. Today, this working museum serves as a keepsake of an artistic past that sought to survive the industrial manufacturing boom of the early 20th century.

Visitors can explore handmade tiles created by artisans using locally sourced Bucks County clay. Take a TileWorks Tour of the historic workshops and decorative workspaces and watch craftspeople at work. Groups can also participate in making their own Moravian tiles using traditional techniques during an immersive Tour with Clay Experience.

Introduce your class to the vibrant cultural and artistic heritage of the Delaware Valley Region with a trip to the Michener Art Museum in Doylestown. The Intro to Art program allows third-grade students to celebrate and explore creativity using tactile objects and hands-on opportunities to make art, including drawings, sculptures and paintings. Grades 4-6 visitors can become makers, creatives and storytellers in the Celebrating the Artists of Pennsylvania program and learn about the history, medium and subject matter of four local working artists.

Local History & Heritage

Step into the past of a successful Bristol family who transformed an outdated property into a mansion featuring the best conveniences and innovations of the time. The Grundy Museum tells the story of the Grundy family and Mr. Grundy’s wool-manufacturing mill, whose success contributed to the community’s growth.

Field trip groups can tour the  Grundy Mansion and learn about the architecture and late-Victorian history of the elegant red-brick Queen Anne-style house. Discover authentic family artifacts, restored furnishings and ancestral collections spanning the late 17th century to the early 20th century for an in-depth glimpse into their prominent and political life. Outside, beautiful Victorian-era gardens with scenic vistas inspired by Mrs. Grundy, a passionate gardener and botanist, overlook the Riverfront Park, Delaware River and Burlington Island.

Outdoor Adventures

Whether you’re planning an end-of-the-year celebration or want to immerse your students in exciting team-building and problem-solving experiences, TreeTrails Adventures in Trevose will engage students of all ages and abilities. Customizable adventures allow students to explore the park freely, giving them a sense of empowerment. Set them loose on state-of-the-art climbing equipment and marvel at their personal growth through interactive, critical-thinking experiences. TreeTrails also offers on-the-ground activities for student groups that help build friendships and encourage students to communicate, collaborate and learn new skills through other classmates.

EXPLORE EASTERN PA WITH YOUR CLASS

Field trips to Eastern Pennsylvania offer a wide range of learning opportunities and curricula for well-rounded, memorable experiences. From fascinating early American history to hands-on STEM and STEAM and vibrant artistic experiences, groups will remember their trip for years to come. Start here at Visit PA Group Travel.

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