DINGMANS FERRY, PA — The Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC), 538 Emery Rd., will offer a free opportunity to learn the basics of snow shoes and enjoy a winter walk along the McDade Trail on Saturday, January 20 from 1 to 4 p.m. No experience is necessary; equipment will be provided. Register early to reserve a pair of snowshoes and guarantee a spot. Funding for this program is provided by the William Penn Foundation. The next day, Sunday, January 21, there will be a Winter Ecology Hike from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Learn how different plants and animals survive the winter. All ages are welcome. The cost is $5. To register or for more information call 570/828-2319, visit www.peec.org or email peec@peec.org