Parks Activity Guide - Summer 2025

Park Activity Guide Summer 2025: May-August

built by nature. rooted in history. made for play.

Words from the Parks Director

Ryan Graham

St. Charles County Parks Director

There are many significant events and activities in life that one tends to remember.

First days of school, learning to ride a bike, first job, graduating college, having children. All are important memories and milestones. One of the things I remember and I’m sure a lot of people remember is fishing. Though I’m not sure about when I caught my first fish, I remember going out with my great-grandfather to a spot up by my hometown called Lucky Lakes and going fishing when I was just a boy. I remember going on family fishing trips with my grandparents and mom and dad, where on one occasion my grandma reeled in a huge snapping turtle. I remember taking countless trips with my grandpa to Bennett Springs to go trout fishing, where the rule was you wake up at the whistle and you fished until the whistle blew. Great

times and cherished memories.

In St. Charles County Parks we have made it a focus to improve our fishing and aquatic resources to help foster these times and memories for future generations. In 2021, we established our Natural Resources Aquatic Division. This dedicated team of four has put in a lot of time to make fishing, kayaking and paddleboarding in St. Charles County a fun and memorable experience. One of the ways they have improved our water resources is by simply improving access. Shorelines have been better managed to allow easier access for fishing. In these areas they have created sunken fish habitats and spawning grounds to help improve the quality of life for fish. They have worked to eliminate invasive aquatic plants and helped to

About the Parks Department The St. Charles County Parks & Recreation Department was created in 1997 after voters approved a local use tax with the sole purpose of park land acquisition, development, operations, and maintenance. The department’s mission is to preserve natural and historic features in areas throughout the county for the use of future generations. Today, the department has 22 parks, 19 of which are open with three in reserve, totaling 4,403 acres of acquired park land. From historic homesteads to a skate park; from camping, hiking, biking, and fishing to weddings and educational classrooms, there’s something for everyone in St. Charles County Parks. For more information and specifics about each park, amenities, trails, and more, visit stccparks.org.

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At a Glance...

County Parks Map

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Parks Calendar

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On-Demand Programs

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Community Events

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Nature & Outdoors

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Education & Enrichment

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Summer Camps

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mitigate natural vegetative blooms which potentially could harm humans, pets and aquatic wildlife.

One of the more exciting things they have worked on is creating a fish census.

Using an electroshock boat, our aquatic team goes out, captures, measures and records the fish they find. These fish are recorded based on species and size.

This helps us identify which species are thriving and which are struggling, allows us to plan for restocking efforts, and helps us determine what species may need to be reduced in a certain lake and moved to another body of water. This helps ensure that when you come to a St. Charles County park and fish, you have a great opportunity to catch a great fish and create that lasting memory.

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Broemmelsiek Park College Meadows Park Flatwoods Park Heritage Museum Hideaway Harbor Park The Historic Daniel Boone Home Indian Camp Creek Park Kinetic Park Klondike Park Matson Hill Park Missouri Bluffs Park National Equestrian Center Oglesby Park The Park at New Melle Lakes Quail Ridge Park Regional Airport - Smartt Field Riverside Landing Park Towne Park Veterans Tribute Park

Park Hours...

GENERAL PARK HOURS

7 a.m. to 30 minutes past sunset, Monday - Sunday

PARKS ADMINISTRATION

201 N. Second Street - Suite 510, St. Charles, MO 63301 636-949-7535 Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday - Friday

HERITAGE MUSEUM

1630 Heritage Landing, St. Peters, MO 63303 636-255-6000 Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Wednesday - Saturday 12-5 p.m., Sunday

THE HISTORIC DANIEL BOONE HOME

1868 Highway F, Defiance, MO 63341 636-798-2005 Hours: 7 a.m. to 30 minutes past sunset, Monday - Sunday Winter Guided Tours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Weekends Only

KINETIC PARK

7801 Town Square Avenue, Dardenne Prairie, MO 63368 636-278-1248 Hours: 10 a.m.-8 p.m., daily

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8 Heritage Park 1630 Heritage Landing, St. Peters, MO

15 Flatwoods Park 2420 Flatwoods Road, O’Fallon, MO

Towne Park 100 Towne Park Drive, Foristell, MO

16 Missouri Bluffs Park 18 Research Park Circle, St. Charles, MO

10 College Meadows Park 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive, Cottleville, MO

17 Oglesby Park 2801 West Meyer Road, Foristell, MO

11 The Historic Daniel Boone Home - Lindenwood Park 1868 Hwy. F, Defiance, MO

18 Regional Airport - Smartt Field 6390 Grafton Ferry Road, Portage des Sioux, MO

12 Riverside Landing Park 101 Riverport Lane, St. Charles, MO

19 National Equestrian Center 6880 Lake St. Louis Blvd., Lake St. Louis, MO

13 The Park at New Melle Lakes 400 Foristell Road, New Melle, MO

20 Spring Bend Park - COMING SOON 2300 Upper Bottom Court, St. Charles, MO

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14 Veterans Tribute Park 1031 Kisker Road, Weldon Spring, MO

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MAY

Crawl 19 Creek Indian Camp Creek Park ...................................................... 15

Painting the Past Contest Opens

Basics 20 Kayaking Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 21

History Over Drinks

Day - Spring 21 HomeSchool The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 21

Late Skate

Skate 23 Late Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 26

Online Program ...................................................................... 10 Heritage Museum .................................................................. 19 Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 26

RC Open Ride

Bakery & Boarding House Lifeways

Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 26

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Historical Game Day

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 19

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 21

Basics 24 Kayaking Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 21

Volunteer Social

Early American Wars Day at the Museum

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 10

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Community Day at the Boone Home

Ladies Skate

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 10

Revolutionary War Storytime

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Heritage Museum .................................................................. 21

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 20

Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 27

& Boarding House Lifeways 25 Bakery The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 21

Late Skate

iNaturalist Hike

Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 26

Kinetic Adult Hours

Towne Park ............................................................................... 15

Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 27

Date Night 27 Firefly Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 11

with Daniel and Rebecca Boone 10 ATheVisit Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 20

Date Night 28 Firefly Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 11

Nature’s Nightshift

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 14

Skate 30 Late Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 26

Hearth Cooking 12 HSSB: The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 20

Frenzy!

31 Firefly Broemmelsiek Park ............................................................... 22

Ranger Guided Hikes

JUNE

Klondike Park ........................................................................... 15

Wild Wonders

16 Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 14 Late Skate

Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 26

Brew Fest

17 The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 11 Ranger Guided Hikes

18 Klondike Park ........................................................................... 15

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Stream Team: Special Ops

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Paddleboarding Lessons

Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 14 The Park at New Melle Lakes ............................................. 22

Youth Kayaking Basics

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Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 22

History Over Drinks

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 19 6

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RC Open Ride

Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 27

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A Visit with Daniel and Rebecca Boone

The Historic Daniel Boone Home .................................... 20

National Boone Day

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 11

Community Day at the Boone Home

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 10

12 HSSB: Smartt Field & CAF Program

Regional Airport - Smartt Field ........................................ 22

RC Open Ride

Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 27

Rollerblade Lessons - Beginners

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Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 28

Rollerblade Lessons - Intermediate

Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 28

Community Day at the Boone Home

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 10

HSSB: Smartt Field & CAF Program

Regional Airport - Smartt Field ........................................ 22

War Storytime 13 Revolutionary Heritage Museum .................................................................. 20

Flower Arranging 10 Wildflower Heritage Museum .................................................................. 23

Adult Hours 14 Kinetic Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 27

Roller Blade Lessons - Beginners

Crawl 16 Creek Indian Camp Creek Park ...................................................... 15

Roller Blade Lessons - Intermediate

Banjo from Its Roots to the 1850s 19 The Oglesby Park ............................................................................ 23

Over Drinks 11 History Heritage Museum .................................................................. 19

RTR: The Battle of Bunker Hill

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 23

20 Wild Wonders

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 23

Show-Me Nature: Adult Summer Camp

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 16

27 Disc Golf Summer Glow

Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 28

Nature: Adult Summer Camp 28 Show-Me Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 16 Skate 29 Ladies Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 27 Lessons 30 Paddleboarding The Park at New Melle Lakes .............................................. 22

JULY Rollerblade Lessons - Beginners

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Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 28

Rollerblade Lessons - Intermediate

Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 28

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Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 28

Rollerblade Lessons - Intermediate

Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 28

Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 28 Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 28

Kinetic Adult Hours

Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 27

A Visit with Daniel and Rebecca Boone

The Historic Daniel Boone Home .................................... 20

12 Paddleboarding Lessons

The Park at New Melle Lakes ............................................. 22

Ranger Guided Hikes

Klondike Park ........................................................................... 15

iNaturalist Hike

Towne Park ............................................................................... 15

13 Row and Glow

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 16

Open Lake Paddle

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 17

Lessons - Beginners 15 Rollerblade Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 28 Rollerblade Lessons - Intermediate

Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 28

Rollerblade Lessons - Beginners

Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 28

17 Rollerblade Lessons - Intermediate

Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 28

The Declaration as Told by Taylor Swift 18 RTR: Heritage Museum .................................................................. 24 Park Activity Guide

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Wonders 19 Wild Hideaway Harbor Park ......................................................... 14 The Declaration as Told by Taylor Swift 22 RTR: Heritage Museum .................................................................. 24

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Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 27

Paddleboarding Lessons

The Park at New Melle Lakes ............................................. 22

& BeLeaf at the Ag. Garden 23 Seed Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 24

and Glow 13 Row Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 16

Trailblazers 24 Golden Veterans Tribute Park ............................................................ 16

Community Day at the Boone Home

War Storytime 25 Revolutionary Heritage Museum .................................................................. 20 Let There Be Bread

26 The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 24 Skate 27 Ladies Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 27 Crawl 28 Creek Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 15

Pups in the Park

Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 12

16 Wild Wonders

The Park at New Melle Lakes ............................................. 14

Trailblazers 21 Golden Veterans Tribute Park ............................................................ 16

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 17

AUGUST

Natural Dye Day

Matson Hill Park ...................................................................... 25

22 Painting the Past Contest Closes

Online Program ....................................................................... 10

Open Lake Paddle

Wars Open Catfish Tournament 23 Whisker Hideaway Harbor Park ......................................................... 28

Bingo Night

Night 26 Trivia Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 12

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 17 Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 11

RC Open Ride

Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 27

Show-Me Nature: Adult Summer Camp

The Park at New Melle Lakes .............................................. 16

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Wild Wonders

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Golden Trailblazers

Veterans Tribute Park ........................................................... 14 Veterans Tribute Park ............................................................ 16

Revolutionary War Storytime

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George III - Husband, Farmer, King 15 RTR: Heritage Museum .................................................................. 24

Golden Trailblazers

Veterans Tribute Park ............................................................ 16

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Regional Airport - Smartt Field ......................................... 22

Guided Hikes 17 Ranger Klondike Park ........................................................................... 15

31 Creek Crawl: Rock Hunting

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The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 10

14 HSSB: Smartt Field & CAF Program

Show-Me Nature: Adult Summer Camp

30 The Park at New Melle Lakes .............................................. 16

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 20

History Over Drinks

Regional Airport - Smartt Field ......................................... 19 8

Kinetic Adult Hours

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A Visit with Daniel and Rebecca Boone

The Historic Daniel Boone Home .................................... 20

Fiber Arts Festival

The Historic Daniel Boone Home .................................... 12

Quilting 30 Quick The Historic Daniel Boone Home .................................... 25 Intro to Paper Piecing

The Historic Daniel Boone Home .................................... 25

Painting the Past Award Ceremony

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 10

Skate 31 Ladies Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 27

ON-DEMAND PROGRAMS FRIDAY NIGHT PUBLIC STARGAZING

RANGER-GUIDED LOW ROPES COURSE

Discover the stars and constellations on clear Friday nights through the largest public-viewing telescope in Missouri and other complex scopes in the park! Join the Astronomical Society of Eastern Missouri (ASEM) at the Broemmelsiek Park Astronomy Viewing Area for free educational programs for the entire family. Programs begin 30 minutes past sunset and can last into the night. Advanced registration is requested for groups of 10 or more. Email outreach@asemonline.org or visit asemonline.org for more information.

The low ropes course at Missouri Bluffs Park is great for team building and problem solving and consists of 10 obstacles, such as the Tire Traverse, TP Shuffle, Log Cabin and Log Swing. The course is never to be used without a Special Use Authorization from the Parks Department, and all participants must complete the appropriate Waiver of Liability form prior to participation.

To check availability or make a reservation, call the St. Charles County Parks Department at 636-949-7535.

RANGER-GUIDED HIKES Our Park Rangers are ready to take your group on an unforgettable hiking experience through any St. Charles County park of your choice. Hear about park history, plant and animal life, and learn fun nature facts to impress your friends! These group hikes are great for meeting merit badge requirements for scouts or just getting outside to explore what the St. Charles County Parks system has to offer. Hikes are available year-round on a first come, first served basis, and are $5 per person per hour. Specific requests are considered for an additional fee.

Hikes are best if limited to groups of 24. Call our administrative office to make a reservation today!

OUTREACH PROGRAMS School groups, scout groups, homeschoolers and church groups can find what they’re looking for in County parks.

These exciting nature and history-based programs can include a nature hike, park history, plant and animal life exploration, fishing and aquatic life, forest ecology, and more! Pack your lunch and pick your favorite park and activities, and then we do the rest! Cost is nominal per hour.

The Historic Daniel Boone Home also offers unique field trips for children ages 9 and up. These two-hour sessions can include fire starting, animal signs, black powder, trade and bartering, historic construction, and carpentry. Cost is $8 per child.

Don’t forget the new educational opportunities at the Heritage Museum! These 90-minute history-based programs allow guests to explore St. Charles County history to the fullest, while giving them a behind-the-scenes look at the world of museums! Participants explore our collection of heritage artifacts and learn the importance of preservation. Cost is $5 per person.

To schedule an outreach program in any park, call our administrative office at 636-949-7535.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS VOLUNTEER SOCIAL Calling all animal lovers, green thumbs, and helping hands!

Learn about the exciting opportunities to support St. Charles County parks with live demonstrations and activities. Get hands-on with interactive stations, each showcasing a unique volunteer role. Connect with fellow volunteers, share experiences and build lasting connections. Stop by for food, fun and information!

AGE All ages

PAINTING THE PAST: ONLINE PAINTING CONTEST Are you an artist who also enjoys history? Our first-ever Painting the Past Competition combines both elements and is perfect for you! This online competition involves the historic nature of St. Charles County parks. Participants can pick from a selection of 30 images provided by the St. Charles County Parks Department for artists to recreate using watercolor, oil, acrylic, gouache, and inks only. This contest is for all ages.

Pre-registration is required. One submission per artist.

Registration is May 1-Aug. 22.

The exhibit award ceremony is 6-8 p.m., Aug. 30. Tickets for the ceremony are $10 per person.

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FEE Contest is Free; Award Ceremony is $10 per person LOCATION TIME DATE HM - Award Ceremony 6-8 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 30

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Broemmelsiek Park Heritage Museum The Historic Daniel Boone Home Kinetic Park

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LOCATION BR - Shelter 7

FEE Free TIME 12-3 p.m.

DATE Saturday, May 3

COMMUNITY DAY AT THE BOONE HOME Tour The Historic Daniel Boone Home free of charge on the second Thursday of the summer months! All ages are welcome and admission is first-come, first-served. Tours are open-house format; guests are welcome to explore all levels of the house and speak with docents about the Boone family and the history of the Femme Osage Valley. Call the Boone Home for more information at 636-798-2005.

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FEE Free TIME 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

9 a.m.-4 p.m.

9 a.m.-4 p.m.

9 a.m.-4 p.m.

DATE Thursday, May 8 Thursday, June 12 Thursday, July 10 Thursday, Aug. 14

NATIONAL BOONE DAY Explore what life was like in the Missouri Territory through the lens of Daniel Boone and his community. On National Boone Day, visitors receive free admission to The Historic Daniel Boone Home and have the opportunity to visit with Daniel Boone and his wife Rebecca, as played authentically by famous historical actors. Visitors can explore the village and engage with demonstrators practicing traditional crafts that were an essential part of life during the early 1800s. Pre-registration is requested.

AGE All ages LOCATION DB

BREW FEST

FEE Free TIME 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

DATE Saturday, June 7

Join the St. Charles County Parks Department for Brew Fest!

With ticketed admission, guests 21 years and older are invited to try samples from local homebrewers and breweries. Visit with homebrew clubs and learn more about the process of making beer, and the historical importance of fermentation as a preservative before refrigeration. Concessions will be onsite and live music from the Skylark Brothers will be playing all afternoon as you enjoy the scenic historic village setting.

Admission is $30 advance or $35 at the door. Bundle admission and food together for $44—includes a sandwich, side and a drink. Concessions are available from Gingersnapped. Free designated driver tickets are available and include a ticket to tour the Boone Home. For more information call the Boone Home at 636-798-2005.

AGE 21 and over

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FEE $30 in advance, $35 at the door Admission & Food Bundle - $44 TIME 1-4 p.m.

DATE Saturday, May 17

FIREFLY DATE NIGHT

BINGO NIGHT

Enjoy an evening in the park with your friends or that special someone! Dine on wine and desserts before strolling among the fields alight with dancing fireflies at Broemmelsiek Park.

Poetic activities and readings bring a spark to this romantic evening. Pre-registration is required.

Where shouting is not only allowed, it’s encouraged! Join us for an exciting evening at St. Charles County Kinetic Park’s Monthly Bingo Night from 7 to 9 p.m. on the first Friday of every month, August through December. This all-ages event is sure to bring fun and friendly competition! Pre-registration is required.

AGE 21 and over

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FEE $5 per couple TIME 8-9:30 p.m.

8-9:30 p.m.

DATE Tuesday, May 27 Wednesday, May 28

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FEE $5 per person TIME 7-9 p.m.

DATE Thursday, Aug. 1

*Watch for our Fall Park Activity Guide for future dates.

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PUPS IN THE PARK Kinetic Park is open for dogs 8:30-10 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 16!

Bring your pups out to the park for the morning to explore and run around. Dogs must remain on their leashes. “Doggy bags” will be given to the first five dogs to arrive! Doggy bags include treats, a toy and coupon to local pet stores. Entrance to the park is free. No skating/riding allowed during this time for the safety of guests and pets.

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FEE Free TIME 8:30-10 a.m.

DATE Saturday, Aug. 16

TRIVIA NIGHT Test your knowledge at St. Charles County Kinetic Park’s Monthly Trivia Night! Join us from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the last Tuesday of each month, August through December, in our new multi-purpose room. This all-ages event is a fun challenge for everyone! Pre-registration is required.

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FEE $5 per person TIME 6:30-8:30 p.m.

DATE Tuesday, Aug. 26

*Watch for our Fall Park Activity Guide for future dates.

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FIBER ARTS FESTIVAL Have you ever wondered how fabric, yarn, or lace is made?

Today it is easy to take these arts for granted, but in the day of the Boones, people had to be self-reliant, creating handmade pieces for themselves and their families. Join us for an interactive day exploring fiber arts on 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 30 at The Historic Daniel Boone Home. Walk through our historic village and visit with demonstrators and interpreters as they share their crafts. This program is free and open to all ages. There will be a historic fashion show at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

For those looking to learn a new skill, sign up for paper piecing or quilting class, held at 2:30 and 3:15 p.m. Each class is open for pre-registration and has a small materials fee. For more information, please call us at 636-798-2005.

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FEE Free; $5 registration fee for classes TIME 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

DATE Saturday, Aug. 30

During inclement weather, stay up to date on the status of County parks, trails, activities and more through the Rainout Line. Visit stccparks.org to view or sign up for the app, or call 636-707-0011.

CLIMBING GYM OPEN CLIMB TIMES - $10 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Weekdays 1-7 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays

KINETIC PARK PLAYGROUND

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NATURE & OUTDOORS WILD WONDERS In St. Charles County Parks, there are plenty of Wild Wonders to discover! With a new topic each month, Park Rangers share knowledge about the animals, plants and phenomena happening in St. Charles County parks. Explore our connection with nature through various activities, such as a walk up to 1.5 mile or a silent sit by a pond.

Monthly Topics: May - Opossum Prowl June - Summer Solstice July - Fledging Frenzy August - Nocturnal Nightshift and Copperhead Conversation

AGE All ages

NATURE’S NIGHTSHIFT Bring your sense of adventure to Nature’s Nightshift! Join Park Rangers on an hour-and-a-half hike seeking out the sights and sounds of nocturnal wildlife in St. Charles County Parks. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring a water bottle and bug repellent, if desired. Pre-registration is required. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

AGE All ages

FEE Free

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TIME 8-9:30 p.m.

DATE Saturday, May 10

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Broemmelsiek Park Hideaway Harbor The Historic Daniel Boone Home Indian Camp Creek Park Klondike Park The Park at New Melle Lakes Quail Ridge Park Towne Park Veterans Tribute Park

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LOCATION QR - Shelter 6 BR - Visitor Center HH VT - Shelter 3 NM - Shelter 1

FEE Free TIME 8-9:30 p.m.

7-8:30 p.m.

10-11:30 a.m.

6:30-8 p.m.

10-11:30 a.m.

DATE Friday, May 16 Friday, June 20 Saturday, July 19 Tuesday, Aug. 5 Saturday, Aug. 16

CREEK CRAWL Stay cool this summer and join St. Charles County Park Rangers for a Creek Crawl! Missouri is home to over 110,000 miles of streams full of wonder, beauty, and adventure. From the many animals that call a stream home to the lush green vegetation and crystal clear water, there is so much to see and explore!

Rangers will be present with nets, microscopes, specimen containers, etc., for participant use. Feel free to bring any fun gadgets you would like to have at the creek. All ages are welcome to traverse the creek. Participants may come and go anytime during the program. Ice cream and popsicles will be available at no cost to participants until supplies run out.

AGE All ages

RANGER GUIDED HIKES St. Charles County Park Rangers are ready to take you on a hiking experience you will not soon forget! Hear about park history, plant and animal life, and learn fun nature facts as we hike for about an hour through our scenic park. Each hike is easy to moderate and is less than 2 miles. Meet at the Klondike Meeting Facility at the front of the park. The hike will take place on both paved and natural surface trails. Pre-registration is required.

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FEE Free

LOCATION TIME IC - Shelter 1 6-8 p.m.

IC - Third parking lot 6-8 p.m. on oneway loop QR - Shelter 6 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

DATE Monday, May 19 Monday, June 16 Monday, July 28

FEE Free TIME 12-1 p.m.

12-1 p.m.

12-1 p.m.

5-6 p.m.

DATE Friday, May 16 Sunday, May 18 Saturday, July 12 Sunday, Aug. 17

iNATURALIST HIKE Do you ever wish you knew the names of common plants and trees around you? Learn how to easily identify plants and animals with a Park Ranger at iNaturalist Hike. We’ll use the iNaturalist and Seek apps to log identifications, so please come with those apps pre-downloaded on your smartphone. Make sure you bring a water bottle, bug spray, a smartphone with a working camera and some curiosity! Meet us at the Towne Park shelter to get started.

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FEE Free TIME 4-5 p.m.

12-1 p.m.

DATE Sunday, May 25 Sunday, July 13 Park Activity Guide

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SHOW-ME NATURE CAMP: ADULT SUMMER CAMP Revisit the carefree days of summer at our adult day camp, where the spirit of classic camp activities meets the tranquility of nature. Spend your day exploring scenic trails, playing oldschool camp games and enjoying outdoor fun that will remind you of simpler times. Campers can expect to hike, paddle and relax in nature! This camp is designed to help you unwind, relive the best parts of summer camp and rediscover the joy of outdoor adventures—all in one unforgettable day!

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FEE $15 TIME 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

DATE Friday, June 27 Saturday, June 28 Monday, July 30 Wednesday, Aug. 2

ROW AND GLOW Light up the night during Row and Glow. Deck out your boat in glow sticks and enjoy the sunset on the water. This fun event allows guests of all ages to paddle Betty’s Lake at Broemmelsiek Park at night. Cost is $5 if you bring your own kayak or canoe, $10 to rent one of our single kayaks and $20 to rent a tandem kayak. If needed, a brief lesson on how to kayak will be given.

All participants must wear a life vest during the program; one will be provided if you rent a kayak. Space is limited.

Pre-registration is required.

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FEE $5-$20 TIME 8-10 p.m.

8-10 p.m.

7:30-9:30 p.m.

DATE Monday, July 7 Sunday, July 13 Wednesday, Aug. 13

GOLDEN TRAILBLAZERS During inclement weather, stay up to date on the status of County parks, trails, activities and more through the Rainout Line. Visit stccparks.org to view or sign up for the app, or call 636-707-0011.

CANCELLATION POLICY Cancellations 15 calendar days or more prior to the start of an activity, camp or program will result in a refund minus a 15 percent processing fee. Refunds are not issued for amounts less than $20. Cancellations 14 calendar days or less from the start of the activity, camp or program will result in no refunds. This information is on your receipt.

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Discover the joys of outdoor walking with Golden Trailblazers for Seniors. Enjoy the scenic routes of Veterans Tribute Park with fresh air and friendly company on your path to a healthier lifestyle! Begin with an easy flat loop and gradually explore varied terrains as you gain comfort and experience. This free program is for ages 60 and up. Pre-registration is requested.

AGE 60 and up LOCATION VT VT VT VT

FEE Free TIME 8:30-9:30 a.m.

8:30-9:30 a.m.

8:30-9:30 a.m.

8:30-9:30 a.m.

DATE Thursday, July 24 Thursday, July 31 Thursday, Aug. 7 Thursday, Aug. 21

OPEN LAKE PADDLE Looking for a peaceful escape? Join us for Open Lake Paddle and experience the tranquility of nature. As you paddle, listen to the soothing sounds of the outdoors. It’s the perfect opportunity to unwind and reconnect with the beautiful world around you. Vessels are $10 per rental. Personal vessels are welcome to attend. Wear shoes you do not mind getting wet or dirty. Cost is $10 per person. Pre-registration is requested.

AGE All ages LOCATION BR BR

FEE $10 per peson TIME 6-8 p.m.

9-11 a.m.

DATE Tuesday, July 15 Friday, Aug. 1

St. Charles County Parks is making it easy to get your recommended 30 minutes of daily physical activity with the Quick Hike Challenge. These 27 hikes can be completed in approximately 30 minutes—on your own time, with no deadlines.

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FRIDAY NIGHT STARGAZING CREEK CRAWL: ROCK HUNTING What treasures are under your feet? Join St. Charles County Parks for Creek Crawl: Rock Hunting at the VanBibber Home near The Historic Daniel Boone Home for a chance to rock hunt in the Femme Osage Creek. Park staff guide participants to the creek to explore the water and observe beautiful rocks, minerals, crystals and even fossils hiding in plain sight. Identify and discuss your findings with our Park Rangers and Historian.

Participants of all ages are encouraged to attend this free program! Pre-registration is required.

AGE All ages LOCATION DB

WITH THE ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY OF EASTERN MISSOURI

FEE Free TIME 10-11:30 a.m.

DATE Thursday, July 31

ASTRONOMY VIEWING AREA AT BROEMMELSIEK PARK

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WE ARE HIRING ST. CHARLES COUNTY PARKS JOBS

Visit sccmo.org/Jobs for current job postings!

EDUCATION & ENRICHMENT HISTORICAL GAME DAY: BATTLE OF ST. LOUIS EDITION Join the St. Charles County Heritage Museum and Big Muddy Historical Gaming Alliance for a day of education and interactive fun. Game masters from BMHGA host varying game tables where guests can learn how to play or watch 3D historical miniature games. The games are based upon events that occurred on May 26, 1780 during the Battle of St. Louis.

Pre-registration is requested.

HISTORY OVER DRINKS Back by popular demand, join St. Charles County Parks for the fourth year of History Over Drinks at the St. Charles County Heritage Museum! This event is a dream for foodies and history buffs alike. Listen to a discussion on local history while sipping the finest from local breweries, wineries, and distilleries on a Friday night during May through August. This program is for ages 21 and up. Space is limited; pre-registration is required.

AGE 21 and up

AGE 10 and up LOCATION HM

FEE Free TIME 10 a.m-4 p.m.

DATE Saturday, May 3

FEE Free

LOCATION HM HM HM SF

TIME 5:45-7 p.m.

5:45-7 p.m.

5:45-7 p.m.

5:45-7 p.m.

DATE Friday, May 2 Friday, June 6 Friday, July 11 Friday, Aug. 8

LOCATION GUIDE BR HM DB MH OG NM SF TW

Broemmelsiek Park Heritage Museum The Historic Daniel Boone Home Matson Hill Park Oglesby Park The Park at New Melle Lakes Regional Airport - Smartt Field Towne Park Park Activity Guide

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HOMESCHOOL SKILLBUILDER: HEARTH COOKING

REVOLUTIONARY WAR STORYTIME Hear ye, hear ye! Come to the St. Charles County Heritage Museum to hear a story about the American Revolution read by a historically dressed reader every month this year. After each story, partake in a history themed craft. Older kids have a variety of American Revolution books to read quietly while younger visitors listen to the story. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 12 and under LOCATION HM HM HM HM

From fire starting to a finished dish, it takes many precautions and tools when cooking with a hearth. Learn hearth cooking skills and taste some of the work of your cooking labor at Homeschool Skillbuilder: Hearth Cooking. This program is for ages 11-18. Pre-registration is required. Parents/guardians must stay on-site or have a guardian present for their child. Younger siblings may walk the grounds with their parent/guardian during class time.

AGE 11-18 LOCATION DB

FEE $15 per person TIME 12-3 p.m.

DATE Monday, May 12

FEE $5 per person TIME 1-3 p.m.

1-3 p.m.

1-3 p.m.

1-3 p.m.

DATE Friday, May 9 Friday, June 13 Friday, July 25 Friday, Aug. 8

A VISIT WITH DANIEL & REBECCA BOONE Meet Daniel Boone and his wife Rebecca, as played authentically by famous historical actors. Tour the historic home where the Boones once lived, and meet and visit with these famous Missourians portrayed by Colonel Robert Pecoraro and his wife, Shirley, National Association for Interpretation Volunteer Award winners. Daniel and Rebecca’s lives were filled with joy, happiness, hardship, and tragedy, yet they survived and persevered as partners for 56 years. The interpreters discuss life on the frontier and show you a collection of original antique weapons and accoutrements from the French and Indian War and the Revolutionary War. Admission to the Boone Home is $8 for adults, $6 for seniors ages 60 and up, and $5 for children ages 5–12. Active and retired military and children 4 and under are free.

AGE All ages LOCATION DB DB DB DB 20

FEE Boone Home Admission: $5-$8 TIME 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

9 a.m.-3 p.m.

9 a.m.-3 p.m.

9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Park Activity Guide stccparks.org

DATE Saturday, May 10 Saturday, June 7 Saturday, July 12 Saturday, Aug. 30

During inclement weather, stay up to date on the status of County parks, trails, activities and more through the Rainout Line. Visit stccparks.org to view or sign up for the app, or call 636-707-0011.

CANCELLATION POLICY Cancellations 15 calendar days or more prior to the start of an activity, camp or program will result in a refund minus a 15 percent processing fee. Refunds are not issued for amounts less than $20. Cancellations 14 calendar days or less from the start of the activity, camp or program will result in no refunds. This information is on your receipt.

BAKERY & BOARDING HOUSE LIFEWAYS Visit the village of The Historic Daniel Boone Home for Bakery and Boarding House Lifeways to mingle with the working class of 1810. Our baker will be hard at work and the boarding house bustling with domestic activity of the time. Demonstrations take place throughout Boone Home’s operating hours. This free program is for all ages.

AGE All ages

KAYAKING BASICS Paddle the day away with Park Rangers on Betty’s Lake at Broemmelsiek Park. The beginning of the class focuses on the basic concepts of safety, maneuvering and components of kayaking and then an hour on the water. Kayaks, life vests and paddles are included. Please bring water, sun block, a hat and water shoes. Cost is $10 per person for a single kayak and $20 for a tandem kayak. This program is for ages 12 and up. Preregistration required.

AGE 12 and up LOCATION BR BR

TIME 6-7:30 p.m.

10-11:30 a.m.

DATE Saturday, May 24 Sunday, May 25

DATE Tuesday, May 20 Saturday, May 24

Join us for homeschool education at The Historic Daniel Boone Home. Demonstration stations and hands-on projects such as music, black powder, fire-starting, frontier games, woodworking, and more are located throughout the village.

Attendees can visit The Historic Daniel Boone Home as well.

Adults and children ages 4 years and up can register for a 9 a.m.-12 p.m. session or a 1-4 p.m. session for $5 per person.

Children 4 years and under are free and do not need to register.

Pre-registration is required.

LOCATION DB DB

TIME 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

12-5 p.m.

FEE $10-$20

SPRING HOMESCHOOL DAY

AGE 4 and up

LOCATION DB DB

FEE Free

FEE $5 per person TIME 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

DATE Wednesday, May 21 Wednesday, May 21

EARLY AMERICAN WARS DAY AT THE MUSEUM Come out to the St. Charles County Heritage Museum to learn about the history of Missouri through the eyes of America’s war during the 18th and 19th centuries. Lectures, displays and activities that discuss the American Revolutionary War, The War of 1812, and the American Civil War are available throughout the day. Visit with Union soldiers at their camp and learn what their life was like, such as what they ate, their supplies, the music they sang, and military drills. This free program is for all ages; lectures are for ages 12 and up. Pre-registration is requested.

AGE All ages LOCATION HM

FEE Free TIME 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

DATE Saturday, May 24 Park Activity Guide

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YOUTH KAYAKING BASICS Teach your kids the water safety rules they’ll need on future float trips. Park Rangers teach the basic concepts of safety, maneuvering and components of kayaking and then an hour on the water. Kayaks, life vests and paddles are included. The event takes place on Betty’s Lake at Broemmelsiek Park. Please bring water, sun block, a hat and water shoes. Cost is $10 per person for a single kayak. This program is for ages 8-12.

Pre-registration required.

FIREFLY FRENZY! Watch the night light up at Broemmelsiek Park during our Firefly Frenzy! Families participate in firefly games and learn firefly facts before exploring our dazzling prairie. Participants should be prepared to walk on uneven natural surfaces in the dark. All ages are welcome. Pre-registration is required.

AGE All ages LOCATION BR - Dog Park Area

AGE 8-12

FEE $10 per person

LOCATION BR

TIME 10-11:30 a.m.

DATE Friday, June 6

FEE Free TIME 8:30-9:30 p.m.

DATE Saturday, May 31

HOMESCHOOL SKILLBUILDER: SMARTT FIELD & COMMEMORATIVE AIRFORCE PROGRAMS

PADDLEBOARDING LESSONS Enjoy the sweet sunshine and learn how to paddleboard!

Before heading out to explore the 25-acre lake at The Park at New Melle Lakes, participants will learn the basics of paddleboarding techniques and safety from Park Rangers. Ages 12 and under require a parent or guardian and their own life vest. Cost is $10 per person. Space is limited; pre-registration is required. Check the Rainout Line for program updates for poor weather conditions.

AGE 12 and up LOCATION NM NM NM NM NM 22

FEE $10 per person TIME 10-11:30 a.m.

10-11:30 a.m.

10-11:30 a.m.

10-11:30 a.m.

10-11:30 a.m.

Park Activity Guide stccparks.org

DATE Wednesday, June 4 Monday, June 30 Saturday, July 12 Saturday, Aug. 9 Saturday, Sept. 6

Explore the Commemorative Air Force Museum and participate in hands-on activities with other homeschoolers. Learn about pre-flight procedures, how to prep, and double check to make sure all the plane systems are safe and how they work.

Pre-registration is required.

AGE 11-18

FEE $10 per person

LOCATION SF

TIME 12-3 p.m.

DATE Thursday, June 12

SF

12-3 p.m.

Thursday, July 10

SF

12-3 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 14

WILDFLOWER FLOWER ARRANGING Join St. Charles County Parks for a blooming good time at Wildflower Flower Arranging! Use fresh, handpicked wildflowers from our parks to create your own vibrant floral masterpiece to take home. Whether you are a seasoned floral designer or a beginner, this hands-on class will spark your creativity and connect you with nature. Come enjoy the beauty of wildflowers while learning tips and tricks for arranging them like a pro!

Pre-registration is required.

AGE 18 and up

FEE Free

LOCATION HM

TIME 6:30-7:30 p.m.

DATE Thursday, July 10

THE BANJO FROM ITS ROOTS TO THE 1850S Head out to Oglesby Park for a concert and lecture to learn the complex and often misunderstood history of the banjo. The instrument, brought to the colonies by enslaved Africans, was far more than a simple means of entertainment. It represented loss and lamentation, but also resilience, hope and the sacred.

Trace its story through narration and musical examples of early banjo music played on a gourd banjo as we wind our way from the banjo’s earliest known history until its arrival in our area in the 1840s. Pre-registration is requested.

AGE All ages LOCATION OG

FEE Free TIME 2:30-3:30 p.m.

DATE Thursday, June 19

ROAD TO REVOLUTION: THE BATTLE OF BUNKER HILL After successfully sending the British back to Boston in the aftermath of Lexington and Concord, Patriot forces sought to gain control of the hills surrounding Boston Harbor before the British could. By the morning of June 17, 1775, Colonial forces had managed to create redoubts on Breed’s Hill, occupied Bunker Hill, and created fortified lines across the bay in Charlestown. Come to the St. Charles County Heritage Museum to learn about who won, who had more casualties, and why it’s called the Battle of Bunker Hill if it really mostly happened on Breed’s Hill! Pre-registration is requested.

AGE 12 and up LOCATION HM

FEE $5 TIME 6-7 p.m.

DATE Friday, June 20

LOCATION GUIDE BR HM DB MH OG NM SF TW

Broemmelsiek Park Heritage Museum The Historic Daniel Boone Home Matson Hill Park Oglesby Park The Park at New Melle Lakes Regional Airport - Smartt Field Towne Park Park Activity Guide

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ROAD TO REVOLUTION: THE DECLARATION AS TOLD BY TAYLOR SWIFT While it was a Love Story now, it has been 250 years since the American Revolutionary War started when there was Bad Blood between the United States and Great Britain, but the Declaration of Independence told England We’re Never Ever Getting Back Together. Swifties, let’s learn about the American Revolution through the power of Taylor Swift references and create red, white and blue friendship bracelets just like the ones traded at a Taylor Swift concert! The July 18 session is for ages 18 and under. The July 22 session is for ages 21 and up.

Pre-registration is required.

AGE Session 1: 18 and under Session 2: 21 and up LOCATION HM HM

FEE $5 per person

LET THERE BE BREAD

TIME 1-3 p.m.

DATE Friday, July 18

5-7 p.m.

Tuesday, July 22

Learn the art of baking in the early 19th century at Let There Be Bread at The Historic Daniel Boone Home! Follow a day in the life of an 1820s baker, from starting the oven and making the dough to baking bread. Each participant gets to take home a loaf of bread. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 18 and up LOCATION DB

SEED AND BELEAF AT THE AGRICULTURE EDUCATIONAL GARDEN How does the St. Charles County Parks horticulture team plan, cultivate and maintain the Agriculture Educational Garden at Broemmelsiek Park? Join Parks Rangers and horticulture staff for Seed and Be”LEAF” at the Agriculture Garden to learn about the medicinal plants, vegetables and flowers grown.

After questions and answers, guests can sample what has been grown in the garden. Bring water, sunblock, and gloves.

Pre-registration is requested.

AGE All ages LOCATION BR - Ag Area 24

TIME 9-10:30 a.m.

Park Activity Guide stccparks.org

DATE Wednesday, July 23

TIME 9 a.m-3 p.m.

DATE Saturday, July 26

ROAD TO REVOLUTION: GEORGE III HUSBAND, FARMER, KING Culturally, many Americans may remember George III as the man who sang “You’ll Be Back” in “Hamilton,” or failing that, as Mad King George. Come learn about the real King George III, as a king facing the loss of the American Colonies, as a father, as Farmer George and as a man, suffering from mental health problems and being subjected to the cruelties of 18th century treatments. Pre-registration is requested.

AGE 12 and up

FEE Free

FEE $25 per person

LOCATION HM

FEE $5 per person TIME 6-7 p.m.

DATE Friday, Aug. 15

NATURAL DYE DAY Color is all around us! Learn about extracting colors from natural materials at our Natural Dye Day program at Matson Hill Park. During each session, participants learn about dye materials and can design and dye their own item. This free program is open to all ages but children under 16 requires parental supervision. Attendees should bring one white item made of 100% cotton to dye. Make sure to bring a bag to take your item home in as it will still be damp.

AGE All ages LOCATION MH MH

FEE Free TIME 10-11:30 a.m.

1:30-3 p.m.

DATE Friday, Aug. 22 Friday, Aug. 22

QUICK QUILTING Quick Quilting introduces participants to simple historic quilting techniques. Learn about what fabrics were used, where they come from and a brief intro into how most women and children (boys too!) learned to sew and why. Work on a small quilt square that comprises of a top piece, batting, and backing.

Participants can choose their top fabrics, thread colors, and quilt pattern based on provided ideas or come up with their own. This class is hosted in conjunction with the Fiber Arts Festival on Saturday, Aug. 30. For more information, please contact us at 636-798-2005.

AGE All ages LOCATION DB

Do you find quilt blocks daunting? Learn the simple technique of paper piecing as an alternative to piecing quilt blocks.

Participants will use simple hexagons to make either a flower quilt block or a simple pincushion. All materials are included.

This class is hosted in conjunction with the Fiber Arts Festival on Saturday, Aug. 30. For more information, please contact us at 636-798-2005.

LOCATION DB

TIME 3:15-4 p.m.

DATE Saturday, Aug. 30

VOLUNTEER

INTRO TO PAPER PIECING

AGE All ages

FEE $5 per person

in the Parks!

FEE $5 per person TIME 2:30-3:15 p.m.

DATE Saturday, Aug. 30

For more information, call 636-949-7535.

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ATHLETICS & COMPETITIVE RC OPEN RIDE RC drivers, start your engines! Come to St. Charles County Kinetic Park from 8:30-10 a.m., the first Saturday of each month before the park opens to drive your cars across the park.

No other riding is allowed during this time. This free program is for all ages. Pre-registration is requested. ***Cars are prohibited from being on the vert ramp.

AGE All ages

FEE Free

LOCATION TIME DATE KN 8:30-10 a.m.

Saturday, May 3 KN 8:30-10 a.m.

Saturday, June 7 KN 8:30-10 a.m.

Saturday, July 5 KN 8:30-10 a.m.

Saturday, Aug. 2 *Watch for our Fall Park Activity Guide for future dates.

LATE SKATE Kick off your weekend with Late Skate at St. Charles County Kinetic Park! Every Friday night in May, the pump track and skate park is open from 10 p.m. to midnight for a fun late-night skate session. This free event is perfect for skaters of all levels.

Pre-registration is requested.

AGE All ages LOCATION KN KN KN KN KN 26

FEE Free TIME 10 p.m.-12 a.m.

10 p.m.-12 a.m.

10 p.m.-12 a.m.

10 p.m.-12 a.m.

10 p.m.-12 a.m.

Park Activity Guide stccparks.org

DATE Friday, May 2 Friday, May 9 Friday, May 16 Friday, May 23 Friday, May 30

LADIES SKATE Ladies Skate is a time for women only to come to St. Charles County Kinetic Park before the park opens from 8:30-10 a.m.

Come out to the park on the last Sunday of each month to skate, scoot, ride or bike. This program is for women of all ages and abilities. Moms with strollers are welcome to come out and push through the park as well. Pre-registration is requested.

AGE All ages - women only

FEE Free

LOCATION TIME DATE KN 8:30-10 a.m.

Sunday, May 25 KN 8:30-10 a.m.

Sunday, June 29 KN 8:30-10 a.m.

Sunday, July 27 KN 8:30-10 a.m.

Sunday, Aug. 31 *Watch for our Fall Park Activity Guide for future dates.

KINETIC ADULT HOURS Adults can have fun, too! Bring out your inner child at Kinetic Adult Hours. Participants must be ages 21 and up to access the park from 8:30-10 a.m. every second Saturday of each month before it opens to the general public. Skate, scoot, ride or bike.

Pre-registration is requested.

AGE 21 and up

FEE Free

LOCATION TIME DATE KN 8:30-10 a.m.

Saturday, May 10 KN 8:30-10 a.m.

Saturday, June 14 KN 8:30-10 a.m.

Saturday, July 12 KN 8:30-10 a.m.

Saturday, Aug. 9 *Watch for our Fall Park Activity Guide for future dates.

LOCATION GUIDE HH KN QR

Hideaway Harbor Park Kinetic Park Quail Ridge Park

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DISC GOLF SUMMER GLOW Compete for cash and prizes at our annual Disc Golf Summer Glow at Quail Ridge Park. Players of all ages are invited to join in the competition. Experience the 18-hole course with baskets illuminated with puck lighting. This fun disc-tossing tournament offers a mix of short and long holes that travel in and out of the woods. Participants must bring their own discs; a limited amount of LED lights are available for purchase. The event is limited to 72 players. Cost is $10 per person; cash only registration on the day of the event from 7:45-8:45 p.m. The tournament begins with a shotgun start at 9 p.m.

AGE All ages

FEE $10 per person

LOCATION QR

TIME 9 p.m.

DATE Friday, June 27

During inclement weather, stay up to date on the status of County parks, trails, activities and more through the Rainout Line. Visit stccparks.org to view or sign up for the app, or call 636-707-0011.

ROLLERBLADE LESSONS INTERMEDIATE Level up your rollerblading skills with St. Charles County Kinetic Park’s Intermediate Lessons! In our Intermediate class, master techniques like scooter pushes (right and left), forward 1-foot glides, backward 1-foot glides, forward crossovers (both left and right turns), slalom skills, curb step-ups and downs, and smooth forward-to-backward transitions. Led by August from Skate St. Louis, this class is perfect for skaters ages 7-12 who are ready to advance! Lessons are 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays for three weeks, at a cost of $80 per person.

Pre-registration is required. To enroll, students must have successfully completed all beginner class objectives.

AGE 7-12

ROLLERBLADE LESSONS - BEGINNERS Ready to roll? Start your rollerblade adventure at St. Charles County Kinetic Park! Join us for beginner rollerblade lessons, where you’ll learn everything from getting up and down with skates on to gliding backwards and making smooth turns.

Master skills like forward marching, braking (T-stop, built-in brake, or pizza slice), hopping, and more. By the end of the course, you’ll be ready to roll into the Intermediate level. Taught

by August from Skate St. Louis, this course is perfect for ages 7-12. Lessons are 4-5 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays for three weeks. Cost is $80 per person. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 7-12

FEE $80 per person

LOCATION KN

28

TIME 4-5 p.m.

KN

4-5 p.m.

KN

4-5 p.m.

Park Activity Guide stccparks.org

DATE Every Tuesday & Thursday between July 1-17 Every Tuesday & Thursday between July 22-Aug. 7 Every Tuesday & Thursday between Aug. 12-28

FEE $80 per person

LOCATION KN

TIME 5:30-6:30 p.m.

DATE Every Tuesday & Thursday between July 1-17

KN

5:30-6:30 p.m.

Every Tuesday & Thursday between July 22-Aug. 7

KN

5:30-6:30 p.m.

Every Tuesday & Thursday between Aug. 12-28

WHISKER WARS OPEN CATFISH TOURNAMENT Sign up for the first-ever Whisker Wars Open Catfish Tournament hosted by the St. Charles County Parks Natural Resources Aquatic Division at Hideaway Harbor Park! Gather your three-person team (one team per boat) for this oneday catfish tournament! Anglers must use the pole-and-line method and can weigh in up to three catfish for a total boat weight. For those interested, there’s an optional $20 side pot for the biggest fish. All three species of catfish are eligible. This is a 100% payout tournament, with prize placements determined by the number of registered boats. Boat numbers will be randomly assigned during registration check-in on the morning of the tournament. Entry fee is $100 per boat (cash only), due at check-in from 4–5:30 a.m. Pre-registration is required. Boat Captains, email parks@sccmo.org to secure your spot in the competition.

Registration Check-in: 4-5:30 a.m.

Pre-tournament Meeting: 5:30 a.m.

Fishing Time: 6 a.m.-3 p.m.

AGE All ages LOCATION HH

FEE $100 per boat, due at check-in TIME 6 a.m.-3 p.m.

DATE Saturday, Aug. 23

SKYHAWKS ST. LOUIS LIFE SKILLS THROUGH SPORTS Veterans Tribute Park Ages 7-12 Cost Varies, $150-$250 Park Activity Guide

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SUMMER CAMPS CAMP KINETIC Camp Kinetic is back this year with a few new twists! With all the new amenities now at the park, campers get to play pickleball, use the new playground, and skate during designated times.

Activities and crafts are done inside to cool down from the heat.

Participants should bring their wheels, a helmet, water and lunch to camp daily. The concession stand is open with limited options. The schedule of activities is sent out before each camp.

Pre-registration required. ***Please note that the camp style has changed. Starting this year, Camp Kinetic is more structured and does not have the option to ride/skate or roam the park freely.

AGE 7-11 years LOCATION KN

FEE $150 TIME 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

DATE June 2-6

NATURE CAMP AT QUAIL RIDGE PARK

DANIEL BOONE HOME CAMP

Explore the outdoors during a week-long nature camp at Quail Ridge Park! This half-day camp allows young campers to discover and observe nature using hands-on experimental activities in a safe and friendly environment. Campers use sensory awareness as well as science to interact with their environment. Hiking, plant and animal identification, water ecology, and conservation are just some of the topics covered!

Pre-registration is required.

Discover the frontier in new and exciting ways! Campers travel back in time to 1830s Missouri and learn by doing during this week-long camp. Campers participate in journal making, hearth cooking with historic recipes, working with period woodworking tools and fiber materials and much more. Each camper is involved with projects to benefit the site as well as making take-home projects throughout the week. Campers must bring a sack lunch each day. Pre-registration required.

AGE 10-13 years

AGE 11-17 years

LOCATION QR - Shelter 6 30

FEE $75 TIME 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

Park Activity Guide stccparks.org

DATE June 16-20

LOCATION DB

FEE $150 TIME 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

DATE June 23-27

HISTORIC STORYTELLING: HERITAGE MUSEUM CAMP Everybody and everything has a story. Historians use their skills to tell the tale and give a voice to the people, places and things of the past. Sign up for a unique half-day camp that immerses participants in the work of historians and curators.

Learn how to discover the stories of the past through research and receive hands-on experience with items in the Heritage Museum collection. Embrace your creativity to share stories through performances and writing, including writing stories to be displayed for the public. This camp is great for students ages interested in history, theater, speech and debate, and of course, storytelling! Pre-registration required.

AGE 11-17 years LOCATION HM

FEE $75 TIME 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

DATE July 7-11

ST. CHARLES COUNTY YOUTH LEADERSHIP CAMP St. Charles County Parks and the St. Charles County Police Department are partnering up for a new weeklong camp focused on mentoring students ages 10-12 during summer break. Activities encourage leadership skills and building community outside of the school setting, and include hands-on law enforcement demonstrations, CPR/Stop the Bleed training, fishing, laser tag at 18 North Central and more! Pre-registration is required.

AGE 10-12 years LOCATION BR

FEE $125 TIME 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

DATE July 14-18

NATURE’S CANVAS: ART CAMP Find your inner Picasso at Nature’s Canvas: Art Camp. Young artists ages discover nature’s beauty at Broemmelsiek Park and create art based on their findings. Campers use a variety of media such as paint, clay, fibers, and natural objects throughout this immersive art camp. Participants should dress to get messy and bring their imaginations. Bring a snack, sack lunch and water bottle. The fee of $100 includes all art supplies needed for camp. Pre-registration required.

AGE 11-14 years

FEE $100

LOCATION BR

TIME 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

DATE July 21-25

LOCATION GUIDE BR HM DB KN QR

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