Lacawac Sanctuary Field Station & Environmental Education Center
EducationPennsylvania, United States2-10 Employees
Lacawac Sanctuary Field Station & Environmental Education Center is a small, nonprofit organization focused on preserving natural landscapes and supporting ecological research in the Pocono Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania. The 545-acre property includes Lake Lacawac, its watershed, bogs, forests, hiking trails, and a historic Great Camp, and functions as a nature preserve, a biological field station, and an environmental education center. Since its founding in 1966, the sanctuary has aimed to protect open space and key natural features while offering facilities and programs for researchers, educators, students, and the public to engage with environmental topics and conservation efforts. Public access and interaction with scientists are central to its mission, providing opportunities to learn about the local ecosystem and ongoing conservation work. The organization is based in Lake Ariel, Pennsylvania, and operates as a not-for-profit entity dedicated to ecological education and research support.