Park Activity Guide - Winter/Spring 2024 by stccparks

Park Activity Guide Winter/Spring 2024: January–April

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

Words from the Parks Director As we say goodbye to the brief colors of fall and winter coming fast on our heels, one of the things I often hear is, “You have to be looking forward to winter. The parks are pretty quiet then, right?” While it is true that they do slow down some, attendance goes down, outdoor weddings and birthday parties are not as desirable in 20-degree weather, playgrounds go quiet, splash pads are closed, and the dog may rather lay inside than head to the dog park, winter provides great opportunities to get out and experience St. Charles County parks. Our winter program guide provides the perfect opportunities to continue family traditions or make new memories. Whether you are heading out to The Historic Daniel Boone Home for Ryan Graham the annual Christmas Candlelight program with loved ones or participating in St. Charles County Parks Director the Indoor Disc Golf Putting League at Quail Ridge Park, there is something for everyone in this “quiet” park season. Despite the cold and sometimes dreariness of winter, it provides ample beauty if you look, so we hope to see you out, bundled up, hiking a trail, throwing a disc, biking, or even sledding down a hill should we get snow. The winter months are also not a quiet time for park staff. We work hard to ensure that the parks are open and accessible. While we are not mowing grass, planting flowers, or guiding kayak trips down the blueway, park staff is busy tearing apart, fixing and maintaining equipment, completing new construction projects, fixing facilities, researching, and preparing for the new year when parks are not as quiet. I want to take a moment to thank this talented and dedicated bunch of park workers. They work in the heat, the cold, and the rain on weekends and nights throughout the year. They are working to provide the best possible parks and experiences to our citizens. I know I am biased, but I firmly believe that St. Charles

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 21 parks, of which 18 are open and three are in reserve, totaling 4,349 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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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 Oglesby Park Matson Hill Park Missouri Bluffs 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 Labor Day Weekend to Memorial Day Weekend Hours: 12-8 p.m., Tuesday - Sunday Summer Hours: 10 a.m.-9 p.m., daily Park Activity Guide

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7 Broemmelsiek Park 1795 Hwy. DD, Defiance, MO

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

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

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

Towne Park 100 Towne Park Drive, Foristell, MO

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

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

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

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

17 Oglesby Park 2801 West Meyer Road, Foristell, MO

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

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

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PARKS CALENDAR JANUARY

Get Gardening: Propagation

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 28

28 Eagle Cruise with Miss Augusta

Indoor Disc Golf Putting League

Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 39

Klondike Park ........................................................................... 12

Want to Know Whitetails?

HSSB: Terrific Terrariums

Quick Hike Challenge

Indoor Disc Golf Putting League

Cruise with Miss Augusta 31 Eagle Klondike Park ........................................................................... 12

Cloth Placement Design 10 HSSB: The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 25

FEBRUARY

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 25

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 29

30 Indoor Disc Golf Putting League

Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 39

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 19 Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 39

Want to Know Whitetails?

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 25

I Dig Groundhogs, Do You?

The Park at New Melle Lakes .............................................. 26

Bring Birds Back

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 26

Wintering Wildlife

Regional Airport - Smartt Field ......................................... 26

Quick Hike Challenge

Indoor Disc Golf Putting League

Fishing 101

Well Read Wonderers

11 Well Read Wonderers

Making History: Floor Cloth Design

13 Breakfast with the Birds

Disc Golf Putting League 16 Indoor Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 39 Crafting Circle

18 The Park at New Melle Lakes ............................................. 27 Introduction to Spoon Carving

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 27

20 Boston Tea Party-Tea Party

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 27

Eagle Watch Party at Riverside Landing

21 Riverside Landing .................................................................. 12 Indoor Disc Golf Putting League

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 29 The Park at New Melle Lakes ............................................. 29 Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 19 Klondike Park ........................................................................... 19 Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 39 Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 30 Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 26

Sweetheart Hike

Klondike Park ........................................................................... 20

10 Introduction to Handworked Joinery

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 30

23 Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 39

Eagle Cruise with Miss Augusta

Weave and Sew 24 HSSB: The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 28

11 Introduction to Handworked Joinery

Boone Home Sewing Circle 27 The The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 28

Klondike Park ........................................................................... 12 The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 30

The Maple Sugar Process: Then and Now

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 30

12 Date Night at the Heritage Museum

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 13

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Date Night at the Heritage Museum

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 13

Quick Hike Challenge

Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 39

Fledglings & Froglets-Nature Based Learning

Maple Sugar Process: Then and Now 14 The The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 30

Little Nature Explorers Program

Circle 15 Crafting Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 27

Well Read Wonderers

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 31

Towne Park History

Klondike Park ........................................................................... 12

& Froglets-Nature Based Learning 12 Fledglings Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 32

13 Indoor Disc Golf Putting League

Every Seed Has a Story: Winter Sowing

17 Eagle Cruise with Miss Augusta

Indoor Disc Golf Putting League

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 32 Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 26 Towne Park ............................................................................... 31

Hearth Cooking 13 HSSB: The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 33

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 31

Circle 14 Crafting Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 27

Maple Sugaring 21 HSSB: The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 31 Boone Home Sewing Circle 24 The The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 28 Maple Sugar Process: Then and Now 26 The The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 30 HSSB: Maple Sugaring

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 31

27 Indoor Disc Golf Putting League

Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 39

Fishing 101

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 30

28 Hike Through the Season

Klondike Park .......................................................................... 20

MARCH GeoQuest Starts

various St. Charles County parks ...................................... 13

Park History 15 Towne Towne Park ............................................................................... 31 Introduction to Hand Cut Dovetails

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 33

for Beginners 16 Orienteering The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 33 Nature’s Nightshift

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 21

Rangers Stream Team Cleanups 18 STCCP Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 14 Fledglings & Froglets-Nature Based Learning

Towne Park ............................................................................... 32

19 Golden Hour Hikes

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

Golden Hour Hikes

Klondike Park .......................................................................... 21

20 Lights and Leashes

Veterans Tribute Park ............................................................ 21

Towne Park History

Towne Park ............................................................................... 31

Maple Sugar Festival

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 13

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 32

Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 39

20 HSSB: Maple Sugaring

Indian Camp Creek Park ...................................................... 19

A Visit with Daniel and Rebecca Boone

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 32

Washers Tournament

Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 39

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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Golden Hour Hikes

Towne Park ............................................................................... 21

Towne Park History

Park History 22 Towne Towne Park ............................................................................... 31

April Bikepacking Overnight

Murder Mystery Dinner

Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 14

for a Cause 23 Paws Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 15 Gardening: Composting 24 Get Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 28 STCCP Rangers Stream Team Cleanups

Indian Camp Creek Park ...................................................... 14

25 Lectures at the Library

Middendorf-Kredell Library ............................................... 34

Fledglings & Froglets-Nature Based Learning

26 Oglesby Park ............................................................................ 32 HSSB: Aquatic Studies

Early Morning Little Riders

Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 40

10 HSSB: Sew a Reticule

Towne Park ............................................................................... 35

Read Wonderers 11 Well Klondike Park .......................................................................... 26 Park History 12 Towne Towne Park ............................................................................... 31 Ranger Guided Bird Walks

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 22

A Visit with Daniel and Rebecca Boone 13 The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 32 Greenwood Festival

Klondike Park .......................................................................... 20

Bird Migration in Missouri

Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt

28 Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 15 Park History 29 Towne Towne Park ............................................................................... 31 Boone Home Sewing Circle 30 The The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 28

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 15 Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 35

14 Sunday Strings

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 35

Rangers Stream Team Cleanups 15 STCCP Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 14 Hour Hikes 16 Golden The Park at New Melle Lakes .............................................. 21

APRIL

Morning Little Riders 17 Early Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 40

HSSB: Stream Study

Park History 19 Towne Towne Park ............................................................................... 31

Indian Camp Creek Park ...................................................... 34

Monthly Family MTB Ride Kickoff

Indian Camp Creek Park ...................................................... 40

Early Morning Little Riders

Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 40

Klondike Park ........................................................................... 41

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 34

27 Hike Through the Seasons

Towne Park ............................................................................... 31

HSSB: Handmade Trellises

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 35

Fundamentals of Dutch Oven Cooking

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 36

20 Earth Day Campout

Klondike Park ........................................................................... 22

Rangers Stream Team Cleanups 22 STCCP Veterans Tribute Park ............................................................ 14

Little Nature Explorer Program

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 32

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Crafting Circle

Klondike Park ........................................................................... 27

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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.

Early Morning Little Riders

Paddle with a Purpose

HSSB: Frontier Games

St. Charles County Parks Hammer-In

Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 40 The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 36

24 Golden Hour Hikes

Indian Camp Creek Park ...................................................... 21

370 Lakeside Park .................................................................. 16 The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 16

27 Blacksmith Apprentice Class

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 36

Lights and Leashes

The Boone Home Sewing Circle

Ranger Guided Bird Walks

Emerging Archer: All Ages

Towne Park .............................................................................. 21 Matson Hill Park ..................................................................... 22

Towne Park History

Towne Park ............................................................................... 36

26 Lectures at the Library

Kathryn Linnemann Library ............................................... 34

College Meadows Disc Golf Doubles Glow

College Meadows Park ......................................................... 41

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 28 Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 37

Archer: Adults Only 28 Emerging Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 37 Quick Hike Challenge

The Park at New Melle Lakes .............................................. 19

Stream Study 30 HSSB: Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 34

VOLUNTEER in the Parks!

For more information, call 636-949-7535. Park Activity Guide

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 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 $2 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 Schools, scouts, homeschool and church groups with children ages 4-12 can find unique educational experiences in our 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 EAGLE WATCH PARTY AT RIVERSIDE LANDING Bald Eagles flock to Missouri in the winter months and Riverside Landing in St. Charles is the perfect place to watch them! Join our Park Rangers at the park’s scenic overlook where spotting scopes and binoculars are provided. Child-friendly eagle activities and a toasty campfire add to a perfect family outing.

AGE All ages LOCATION RL

FEE Free TIME 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

DATE Sunday, Jan. 21

EAGLE CRUISE ON MISS AUGUSTA Come aboard Miss Augusta and enjoy a relaxing cruise on the Missouri River while watching for Bald Eagles! Join the St. Charles County Parks Department as we cruise from 1:303:30pm on various dates in January and February. During this two-hour cruise, participants use spotting scopes and binoculars to view eagles and other wintering waterfowl. Park Rangers are on board to discuss the history, characteristics, and importance of our Nation’s symbol. All ages are welcome to attend this event. For tickets and more information, visit www.MissAugustaBoat.com or call 636-466-9754.

AGE LOCATION KL - Boat Ramp KL - Boat Ramp KL - Boat Ramp KL - Boat Ramp 12

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FEE TIME 1:30-3:30 p.m. 1:30-3:30 p.m. 1:30-3:30 p.m. 1:30-3:30 p.m.

DATE Sunday, Jan. 28 Wednesday, Jan. 31 Sunday, Feb. 11 Saturday, Feb. 17

DATE NIGHT AT THE HERITAGE MUSEUM

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Love is in the air! Enjoy an evening in the park with your friends or that special someone. We’ll provide the candlelight, a decorated table, music, and tabletop activities. Bring your dinner and drinks. After dinner, enjoy walking through the new exhibit “The American Revolutionary War in the West” at the St. Charles County Heritage Museum in St. Peters. The event is for ages 18 and up; cost is $5 per person. Pre-registration is required.

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

Broemmelsiek Park The Historic Daniel Boone Home Heritage Musuem Indian Camp Creek Park Kinetic Park Klondike Park Quail Ridge Park Riverside Landing Veterans Tribute Park

DATE Monday, Feb. 12 Tuesday, Feb. 13

GeoQuest It’s part nature hike, part detective work… GeoQuest is back by popular demand! Hidden within each St. Charles County park is a piece of a secret code. Find all the pieces using your smartphone or GPS, decipher the code, and claim your prize! All winners are eligible for a final drawing at the end of 2024. Send an email to geoquest@sccmo.org with your name to get started.

AGE All ages LOCATION Various Parks

FEE Free TIME 7 a.m. to 30 min. past sunset

DATE Friday, March 1 through Saturday, Nov. 30

MAPLE SUGAR FESTIVAL The sugarin’ season is upon us at The Historic Daniel Boone Home in Defiance! Join us at this sweet event to learn historic and modern tree-tapping methods and taste sweet treats from the trees. Kids and adults alike enjoy trying their hand at pioneer equipment as well as watching reenactors boil sap at our sugar camp. Be prepared to visit with our vendors, try samples and purchase some delicious treats to take home. This program is free and open to all ages. Dress for the weather! Pre-registration is required.

AGE All ages LOCATION DB

FEE Admission to Park: Free, Tickets Required TIME DATE 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, March 2 Park Activity Guide

MURDER MYSTERY DINNER Who done it?! You and your friends are invited to a fun night testing your detective skills at our fifth annual dinner theatre at the Quail Ridge Lodge in Wentzville. The Lodge becomes the “murder scene,” and it is your task to solve the crime. Who knows what will happen that night? The program is $30 per person and is open to participants 18 and over. Non-alcoholic drinks provided; cash bar, courtesy of a local winery, is available. Happy hour begins at 6 p.m. Dinner is served at 6:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 18 and up LOCATION QR - Lodge

FEE $30 per person TIME 6-9 p.m.

DATE Friday, March 22

ST. CHARLES COUNTY PARK RANGER STREAM TEAM CLEANUPS If you love the great outdoors, please show your love. Volunteers are needed for a little light duty, picking up a fastfood wrapper here, a soda can there—all to help keep our waterways in St. Charles County parks healthy and looking beautiful! Not only is trash an eyesore, but it can hurt the environment and the animals that call our parks home. Help park staff clean up the waterways in various parks from 4:306:30 p.m. on select Mondays in March and April. Dress for the weather. Bring a water bottle, sturdy shoes or boots; no flip flops or sandals. Trash is messy! Wear something that can get dirty. Long pants and insect repellent are recommended. We really appreciate your help, and we promise--we won’t ask you to vacuum.

AGE 5 and up LOCATION QR - Shelter 6 IC - Shelter 1 BR - Shelter 7 VT - Shelter 3 14

FEE Free TIME 4:30-6:30 p.m. 4:30-6:30 p.m. 4:30-6:30 p.m. 4:30-6:30 p.m.

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DATE Monday, March 18 Monday, March 25 Monday, April 15 Monday, April 22

EGGSTRAVAGANZA EGG HUNT Sign up for our Annual Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt but with a twist! Due to the construction at St. Charles County Kinetic Park, the St. Charles County Parks Department is offering a glow-in-the-dark egg hunt from 4-7 p.m., Thursday, March 28 at Quail Ridge Park. Separate egg hunts for ages 3 and under in the Horseshoe Hall of Fame building, 4-6 in the adjacent field, and 7-12 along a designated trail. Each hunt has a special egg! Join us for games, face painting, prizes, and much more! Bring a basket and keep a lookout for our special guest hopping around the park! The cost is free. Pre-registration is required by March 22. No walk-ins are allowed. Accommodations are available for children with disabilities.

AGE 12 and under LOCATION QR

PAWS FOR A CAUSE

FEE Free TIME 4-7 p.m.

DATE Thursday, March 28

If you’re thinking of adopting a pet and want a stress-free way to meet them, head out to St. Charles County Kinetic Park for Paws for a Cause. The event allows you to walk an adoptable dog around the park or play with a few cats to see if they would be a good match for your home. “Doggy bags” are offered to those who decide to adopt. The bags include treats, a toy, and a coupon to local pet stores. The event is free unless you want to bring home a furry friend! (Please do not bring your pets from home to the park; the only animals allowed are the pets brought by the adoption center.) No skating or riding is allowed during this event for the safety of guests and pets. Paws for a Cause runs from 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Saturday, March 23. Kinetic Park and the St. Charles County Pet Adoption Center have partnered up for our Spring adoption event!

AGE All ages LOCATION KN

FEE Free TIME 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

DATE Saturday, March 23

GREENWOOD FESTIVAL Daniel Boone was a man… a man who chopped a lot of wood. Learn just how important freshly harvested wood was to frontier life at the Greenwood Festival from 10 a.m.3 p.m., Saturday, April 13 at The Historic Daniel Boone Home. From hewing timber for building cabins, barns, and other structures to carving spoons for daily use, “greenwood” was found in so many aspects of life. This five-hour event features demonstrations including log splitting and hewing, peg making, riving, carving, and more! This free program is for all ages.

AGE All ages LOCATION DB

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

DATE Saturday, April 13 Park Activity Guide

PADDLE WITH A PURPOSE Have fun and meet the kind of people who care about nature and believe a stream is a thing of beauty, not a trash can. Display good stewardship at Paddle with a Purpose by helping mission of the St. Charles County Park Rangers Stream Team #6429 to create cleaner waterways for everyone. Park Rangers host an on-the-water cleanup from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, April 27 at 370 Lakeside Park. Rangers provide the vessel, gloves, trash bags, and pick sticks. Participants are welcome to bring their own vessels as well. Paddle 2 miles upstream to collect trash and float back down to the starting location. Wear closed-toed shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. It is recommended to bring water, sunscreen, bug spray, and a sun hat. This program is for ages 16 and up. Pre-registration is required. An email sent out to participants one week prior with additional information.

ST. CHARLES COUNTY PARKS HAMMER-IN If I had a hammer… Come out to The Historic Daniel Boone Home to celebrate the opening of the park’s new 1830s Blacksmith Shop for St. Charles County Parks Hammer In from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, April 27 hosted in collaboration with the Blacksmith Association of Missouri! The event features demonstrations of historical blacksmithing in the new shop, vendors selling hand-forged items, and a beginner blacksmith class! Admission to the park is free.

AGE All ages

FEE Admission to Park: Free

LOCATION DB

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

DATE Saturday, April 27

LOCATION GUIDE BR DB HM IC KN KL QR RL VT 16

Broemmelsiek Park The Historic Daniel Boone Home Heritage Musuem Indian Camp Creek Park Kinetic Park Klondike Park Quail Ridge Park Riverside Landing Veterans Tribute Park

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AGE Ages 16 and up

FEE Free

LOCATION 370 Lakeside

TIME 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

DATE Saturday, April 27

SUMMER CAMPS REGISTRATION BEGINS THURSDAY, FEB. 1 sccmo.org/ParksRegistrations Park Activity Guide

A Perfect Park for a Perfect Day. Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a party of hundreds, there’s a St. Charles County park to make your dreams of a perfect wedding come true. For questions, more information, or to set up a tour of our wedding venues, call the St. Charles County Parks Department at 636-949-7535 or email parks@sccmo.org.

Venues Quail Ridge Lodge •

Landhaus • Old Peace Chapel and The Grand Pavilion

Broemmelsiek Visitor Center Meeting Room, scenic patio and deck • The Barn at Matson Hill St. Charles County Regional Airport - Smartt Field • Outdoor Specialty Shelters

NATURE & OUTDOORS WINTERING WILDLIFE The wildlife that calls St. Charles County Parks home has different ways of surviving the winter. On this 2-mile Ranger Guided hike, learn the different strategies of survival during the winter. After the hike, enjoy hot chocolate and a warm fire with s’mores. Pre-registration is required. Dress for the weather.

AGE All ages

FEE Free

LOCATION BR-Shelter 7

TIME 12:30-2:30 p.m.

DATE Saturday, Feb. 3

QUICK HIKE CHALLENGE Another day, another new trail to hike. 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. All you need to do is download or print the brochure, then initial and date the trails after you hike them. If you hike all the trails, turn your brochure into a Park Ranger to receive a prize to commemorate your accomplishment. These hikes can be completed on your own time with no deadlines. If you would like to hike with a ranger, various scheduled dates and locations are available. Make time for you this new year, even if it’s only 30 minutes.

AGE All ages LOCATION BR KL IC NM

FEE Free TIME 3-4 p.m. 3-4 p.m. 3-4 p.m. 3-4 p.m.

DATE Sunday, Jan. 7 Sunday, Feb. 4 Sunday, March 3 Sunday, April 28

LOCATION GUIDE BR DB IC KL MH NM TW VT

Broemmelsiek Park The Historic Daniel Boone Home Indian Camp Creek Park Klondike Park Matson Hill Park The Park at New Melle Lakes Towne Park Veterans Tribute Park Park Activity Guide

SWEETHEART HIKE Celebrate your special someone, as well as your love of the outdoors during this moderately strenuous 1.5-mile hike on the rugged trails at Klondike Park. Stop at a beautiful overlook where participants receive chocolates, strawberries, hot cocoa, and listen to or read a small sampling of provided poetry meant to warm the heart. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 16 and up LOCATION KL - Shower House

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

DATE Saturday, Feb. 10

HIKE THROUGH THE SEASONS Hiking the same trails over and over may sound boring, but the change in the seasons will always bring something new to see. On this ranger-guided hike, we walk the same 3-miles along the natural surface trails and paved trails at Klondike Park to see the seasonal changes and discuss how it affects the plants and animals living in varying habitats and ecosystems. Dress for the weather, wear good hiking shoes and bring a water bottle. Meet at the Klondike Park boat ramp. Pre-registration is required.

AGE All ages LOCATION KL KL

FEE Free TIME 4-6:30 p.m. 5-7:30 p.m.

DATE Wednesday, Feb. 28 Wednesday, March 27

Park Activity Guide stccparks.org

TRAIL WORK DAYS Calling all volunteers! Give back to the community by making a mark on a St. Charles County Park. The department needs your assistance this spring with the development and maintenance of park trails. Volunteers should wear sturdy boots and bring a pair of gloves. Lunch is provided to all who lend a helping hand. Pre-registration is requested.

AGE All ages LOCATION TBD TBD

FEE Free TIME 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

DATE TBD TBD

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 LOCATION BR

FEE Free TIME 7:30-9 p.m.

DATE Saturday, March 16

LIGHTS AND LEASHES Enjoy the night sky with your dog as you emBARK on an interpretive hike under the stars. Bring your furry friend to one of our parks as we walk approximately 1.5 miles. These walks are on paved trails and are wheelchair accessible. Dogs must be on a leash. Participants are encouraged to use glow sticks and other fun light sources to light up our way. You do not have to have a dog to participate. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 8 and up LOCATION VT TW

GOLDEN HOUR HIKES

FEE Free TIME 7-8:15 p.m. 7:30-8:45 p.m.

DATE Wednesday, March 20 Wednesday, April 24

Gather your friends and family to experience the most beautiful hour of the day in the parks. Discover the natural beauty of the outdoors on a 1- 3-mile guided hike with a Park Ranger. Trails are a mix of paved and natural surface. During this free program, participants look for and learn about plants and wildlife at different parks each month. Follow the program directional signs to the meeting location. Space is limited! Pre-registration is requested.

AGE All ages LOCATION DB KL TW NM IC

FEE Free TIME 6-7:15 p.m. 5:45-7:15 p.m. 6-7:15 p.m. 6-7:40 p.m. 6-7:45 p.m.

DATE Tuesday, March 19 Wednesday, March 20 Friday, March 22 Tuesday, April 16 Wednesday, April 24 Park Activity Guide

EARTH DAY CAMPOUT Celebrate Earth Day by experiencing nature-based activities with Park Rangers for the St. Charles County Parks Earth Day Campout from 2 p.m., April 20 through 12 p.m., April 21 at Klondike Park. Activities include a nature hike to learn about frogs, flowers, and fauna in the park; make your own pollinator seed starter and bird feeder; and play family games. Lend a hand at the stream team trash pick-up hike to help keep the waterways in our parks healthy and looking beautiful. Participants are responsible for their own food, beverages, and camping supplies, including wood. S’mores treat are provided. Follow park program signs to the group camping area, sites 1-16. Cost is $20 per campsite.

AGE All ages

FEE $20 per site

LOCATION KL - Sites 1-16

TIME DATE 2 p.m., Check-in Saturday, April 20 12 p.m., Check-out Sunday, April 21

RANGER GUIDED BIRD WALKS Let’s find out how many birds you can spot and identify in the park! Sign up for a 1-mile guided walk with Park Rangers during this spring season at two of the St. Charles County Parks historic sites. All ages are welcome! Wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes, and don’t forget your water bottle. If you have a set of binoculars and a field guide, bring them too; a limited supply is available. Pre-registration is required.

AGE All ages LOCATION DB MH 22

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

Park Activity Guide stccparks.org

DATE Saturday, April 13 Friday, April 26

LOCATION GUIDE BR DB IC KL MH NM TW VT

Broemmelsiek Park The Historic Daniel Boone Home Indian Camp Creek Park Klondike Park Matson Hill Park The Park at New Melle Lakes Towne Park Veterans Tribute Park

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WE ARE HIRING ST. CHARLES COUNTY PARKS JOBS

Visit sccmo.org/Jobs for current job postings! PART-TIME POSITIONS: • Park Ranger Non-Commissioned

• Interpretive Program Specialist

• Kinetic Park Attendant

• Seasonal Maintenance Worker

• Senior Kinetic Park Attendant

EDUCATION & ENRICHMENT HOMESCHOOL SKILLBUILDER: CLOTH PLACEMAT DESIGN A fun way for kids to learn about history. Design a cloth placemat after learning about historic oil cloths of the 18th century, their design, and their purpose. This program is for ages 10 to 18. Paints and canvas are provided. Cost is $5 per participant. Dress for a mess. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 10-18

FEE $5 per person

LOCATION DB

TIME 1-3 p.m.

DATE Wednesday, Jan. 10

WANT TO KNOW WHITETAILS? You see deer everywhere in Missouri but know nothing about them? No problem! At Want to Know Whitetails?, Park Rangers discuss our native deer, learn all about their habits, habitats, and much more. Lessons are held from 6-7 p.m. on Jan. 4 and 11 at the Broemmelsiek Meeting Room. Pre-registration is required.

AGE All ages

FEE Free

LOCATION BR BR

TIME 6-7 p.m.

DATE Thursday, Jan. 4

6-7 p.m.

Thursday, Jan. 11

LOCATION GUIDE BR DB HM KL NM OG QR SF TW

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

MAKING HISTORY: FLOOR CLOTH DESIGN After studying historic designs of floor cloths and their uses in the 18th century, participants draw out their own designs and transfer them to canvas to make modern versions. These designs can range from simple to intricate. Canvas, brushes, and acrylic paint are provided in a limited pallet. Please dress in clothes that can be paint stained. This program is for ages 16 and up. Cost is $70 per person. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 16 and up LOCATION DB

FEE $70 per person TIME 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

DATE Saturday, Jan. 13

WELL READ WONDERERS Get out of your reading slump while out in the great outdoors! Take a leaf out of our book and join the St. Charles County Parks Department Book Club. Each month, a nature-based book is selected and then we meet up in one of our scenic parks to discuss and, weather permitting, venture out on a nature hike. Join us for a cozy informal discussion and a little exploration. The January book is “Braiding Sweetgrass” by Robin Wall Kimmerer. This program is for ages 18 and up. Pre-registration is requested.

AGE Ages 18 and up LOCATION NM - Landhaus BR - Vistor Center QR - Lodge KL - Facility 26

FEE Free TIME 6:30-8:30 p.m. 6:30-8:30 p.m. 6:30-8:30 p.m. 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Park Activity Guide stccparks.org

DATE Thursday, Jan. 11 Thursday, Feb. 8 Thursday, March 7 Thursday, April 11

BREAKFAST WITH THE BIRDS On a cold winter’s morning, there’s nothing like having a breakfast of black oil sunflower seeds, or maybe a hot cup of coffee and a cinnamon roll. Your choice, of course, would depend upon whether you’re a bird or a human! While the birds feed outside on the seeds, enjoy coffee and sweet rolls inside and discuss common winter birds in Missouri. Learn how to identify feathered friends like woodpeckers and sparrows and rare winter birds, like the snowy owl and red-breasted nuthatch Pre-registration is required.

AGE 7 and up LOCATION SF

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

DATE Saturday, Jan. 13

INTRODUCTION TO SPOON CARVING Bring in those spoon tools and let’s get carving! Learn the fundamentals that lead to the satisfaction of making objects that can be used on a daily basis in this six-hour workshop at The Historic Daniel Boone Home. Participants are taught knife grips, proper safety techniques, and the use of hook knives as they carve a wooden spoon from presawn blanks, which are provided. Participants need to bring their own Sloyd knife and Hook knife. A recommended tool list is provided upon request. This program is for ages 18 and up. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 18 and up LOCATION DB

FEE $40 TIME DATE 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20

CRAFTING CIRCLE Need(le) a little extra motivation to finish your crafts? Every month, meet other local makers at a different St. Charles County Parks Department indoor facility to knit, crochet, sew, embroider, scrapbook, papercraft, basket weaving, journal, or whatever else you might be working on. Between projects? No worries! Simple crafts available to work on, just make sure to register if you would like one. Come for refreshments, good conversation, and to finally finish that project.

AGE 12 and up LOCATION NM - Landhaus BR - Visitor Center QR - Lodge KL - Facility

FEE Free TIME 6:30-8:30 p.m. 6:30-8:30 p.m. 6:30-8:30 p.m. 6:30-8:30 p.m.

DATE Thursday, Jan. 18 Thursday, Feb. 15 Thursday, March 14 Thursday, April 4

BOSTON TEA PARTY-TEA PARTY Commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party at the St. Charles County Heritage Museum from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 20! This all-day event features the historical teas thrown in Boston Harbor for tasting. Listen to engaging lectures about the Revolutionary War as you enjoy your hot tea. A raffle is offered for participants and includes one free ticket when you sign up for the program. Additional raffle tickets will be available for purchase. A lucky winner brings home a basket of the historic teas. For those who enjoy coffee and hot chocolate, the day also features historic versions of those. This program is for all ages. Cost is $5 per person. Pre-registration is required.

AGE All ages LOCATION HM

FEE $5 TIME 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

DATE Saturday, Jan. 20 Park Activity Guide

THE BOONE HOME SEWING CIRCLE The sewing circle has long been a way for people to foster community while getting important work done to clothe the family and keep them warm. Join a community of makers for The Boone Home Sewing Circle from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on the last Saturday of the month from January to April at The Historic Daniel Boone Home. Bring a fiber craft to work on or learn a new skill! Hand sewing is encouraged, but all crafters are welcome.

AGE 8 and up

FEE

LOCATION DB DB DB DB

HOMESCHOOL SKILLBUILDERS: WEAVE AND SEW

TIME 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

DATE Saturday, Jan. 27

10 a.m.-2 p.m. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 24 Saturday, March 30 Saturday, April 27

Join the St. Charles County Parks Department for tea and a bit of weaving and sewing fireside at The Historic Daniel Boone Home! Homeschooled participants take turns making tape on a tapeloom and handsewing a reticule in the warmth of our historic setting. This program is for ages 10 to 18. Cost is $5 per participant. All materials are included in the fee. Pre-registration is required. Parents must stay on site but are welcome to work with younger children in an adjoining room or wander the grounds.

AGE 10-18

FEE $5 per person

LOCATION DB

TIME 2-3:30 p.m.

DATE Wednesday, Jan. 24

Park Activity Guide stccparks.org

GET GARDENING! Everything you ever wanted to know about gardening—but were afraid to ask. Join our Park Rangers at the Broemmelsiek Visitor Center for a beginner’s class on how to get the most out of your vegetable or flower garden, how to landscape your yard, or how to incorporate native plants at home. It’s a fun and healthy hobby! Pre-registration is required.

AGE All ages

FEE Free

LOCATION BR-Visitor Center

TIME 12-2 p.m.

DATE Sunday, Jan. 28

BR-Visitor Center

12-2 p.m.

Sunday, March 24

HOMESCHOOL SKILLBUILDERS: TERRIFIC TERRARIUMS Bring a little greenery and science into your home this winter with a terrific terrarium! Learn about the water cycle through games before making a miniature ecosystem to take home and observe. This program is for ages 5 to 14. Cost is $5 per terrarium per participant. All materials are provided. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 5-14 LOCATION BR BR

FEE $5 per person TIME 11 a.m.-12 p.m. 1-2 p.m.

DATE Tuesday, Jan. 30 Tuesday, Jan. 30

I DIG GROUNDHOGS, DO YOU? Dig into the secret life of groundhogs on Groundhog Day through stories, crafts, play and song led by our Park Rangers. Children preschool age to 10 years are invited to this fun, free activity inside the Broemmelsiek Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 3-10 LOCATION BR - Visitor Center

FEE Free TIME 10-11 a.m.

DATE Thursday, Feb. 1

BRING BIRDS BACK The robins and cardinals and bluebirds are calling you. Are you interested in helping preserve and protect bird populations in your community? Learn about why birds matter, bird window collisions and solutions, and seven simple actions you can take to help save birds. After a presentation, take a guided walk with a Park Ranger. If you have a set of binoculars bring them; a limited supply is available. This program is for ages 7 and up. Pre-registration is requested.

AGE 10 and up LOCATION NM - Landhaus

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

DATE Friday, Feb. 2

Park Activity Guide

FISHING 101 How to cast your line, when to use a bobber, and what to do if you land a fish. Learn the beginner basics of fishing this winter at Fishing 101, so you are ready to go fishing this spring! Park Rangers discuss the basic fishing lures, tools, and methods. The sessions are held from 5 to 6 p.m. on Feb. 7 and 28 in the Broemmelsiek Meeting Room. Pre-registration is requested.

AGE All ages LOCATION BR- Visitor Center BR- Visitor Center

FEE Free TIME 5-6 p.m. 5-6 p.m.

DATE Wednesday, Feb. 7 Wednesday, Feb. 28

THE MAPLE SUGAR PROCESS: NOW AND THEN Maple sugaring has a long history in our area. At The Maple Sugar Process: Then and Now, learn the process of tapping, boiling, hauling, spile making, and more in this 1.5-hour handson program geared to a small adult audience with a penchant for sweetness. Explore techniques used by the Boones as well as the more modern methods. This program is for ages 16 and up. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 18 and up

INTRODUCTION TO HANDWORKED JOINERY Spend a weekend without power tools or tape measures at Introduction to Handworked Joinery. It is how woodworkers have worked for generations and you can make it part of your woodworking journey as well! In this two-day course, participants build a small shelf using dividers for layout and hand tools to make the rabbet and dado joints that will hold it all together. The skills taught in this program can be applied to many other aspects of woodworking. All tools are made available for use and the project wood is provided. This program is for ages 18 and up. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 18 and up LOCATION DB 30

FEE $80 per person TIME 10 a.m.-3 p.m. & 1-4 p.m.

Park Activity Guide stccparks.org

DATE Saturday, Feb. 10 & Sunday, Feb. 11

LOCATION DB DB DB DB DB DB

FEE $5 per person TIME 10-11:30 a.m. 12:30-2 p.m. 10-11:30 a.m. 12:30-2 p.m. 10-11:30 a.m. 12:30-2 p.m.

DATE Monday, Feb. 12 Monday, Feb. 12 Wednesday, Feb. 14 Wednesday, Feb. 14 Monday, Feb. 26 Monday, Feb. 26

EVERY SEED HAS A STORY: WINTER SOWING

LOCATION GUIDE BR DB HM KL NM OG QR SF TW

Explore the historical importance of seeds and seed saving at Every Seed Has a Story: Winter Sowing. Start a seed indoors and learn about the plant’s uses during the days of Daniel Boone and how to grow your own heirloom garden. This program is for ages 6 and up. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 6 and up LOCATION DB

FEE $5 per person TIME 10-11:30 a.m.

DATE Saturday, Feb. 17

Broemmelsiek Park The Historic Daniel Boone Home Heritage Museum Klondike Park The Park at New Melle Lakes Oglesby Park Quail Ridge Park Regional Airport - Smartt Field Towne Park

TOWNE PARK HISTORY Head out to the historic area at Towne Park from 1-4:30 p.m. on Friday afternoons during the months of March and April to learn about the property’s storied past. Discussions include 19th-century architecture, the role of women on a 19th-century farm, the Civil War in Missouri, and the experience of Missouri’s enslaved community. There are interpretive presentations at 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. This free program is for all ages.

AGE All ages

HOMESCHOOL SKILLBUILDERS: MAPLE SUGARING

LOCATION TW TW TW TW TW TW TW TW TW

FEE Free TIME 1-4:30 p.m. 1-4:30 p.m. 1-4:30 p.m. 1-4:30 p.m. 1-4:30 p.m. 1-4:30 p.m. 1-4:30 p.m. 1-4:30 p.m. 1-4:30 p.m.

DATE Friday, March 1 Friday, March 8 Friday, March 15 Friday, March 22 Friday, March 29 Friday, April 5 Friday, April 12 Friday, April 19 Friday, April 26

It’s maple sugaring season at The Historic Daniel Boone Home! Homeschool families experience what it was like to harvest sap back in Daniel Boone’s time while gathering around our Three Kettle Station, evaluating weather superstitions, and listening to sappy stories. Drilling, hauling, and tasting round out this wonderful winter field trip. Pre-registration is required. Parents and all family members attending, ages 5 and up, must register. ***Extreme weather will cause the program to be canceled.

AGE 5 and up LOCATION DB DB DB

FEE $5 per participant TIME 1-2:30 p.m. 1-2:30 p.m. 10-11:30 a.m.

DATE Tuesday, Feb. 20 Wednesday, Feb. 21 Tuesday, Feb. 27 Park Activity Guide

A VISIT WITH DANIEL AND REBECCA BOONE Get a dose of Missouri history when you experience an inspirational walk back in time at A Visit with Daniel and Rebecca Boone. As you tour the historic home where the Boones once lived, 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 share 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

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

DATE Saturday, March 2 Saturday, April 13

FLEDGLINGS AND FROGLETS: NATURE BASED LEARNING Get them out of the house to do something in nature again. At Fledglings and Froglets - Nature Based Learning, children ages 6-8 are invited to explore and discover various topics in nature on Tuesdays in March at a different park each week. Park Rangers discuss plants and animals and focus the lesson on outdoor education.

AGE 6-8 LOCATION BR - Visitor Center QR - Lodge TW - Shelter OG - Shelter 1

FEE $5 per child TIME 4:30-5:30 p.m. 4:30-5:30 p.m. 12:30-1:30 p.m. 12:30-1:30 p.m.

DATE Tuesday, March 5 Tuesday, March 12 Tuesday, March 19 Tuesday, March 26

LITTLE NATURE EXPLORER PROGRAM Children 5 and under love becoming little explorers as they learn and play in the park! Bring your adventurous tots out this spring for a short hike, story time and activities. Each month, Park Rangers teach children about new topics such as birds, mammals, reptiles, insects and more! The cost is $5 for each monthly program. Children should dress for the weather and must be accompanied by an adult during the entire program. Space is limited; pre-registration is required.

AGE 5 and under

Park Activity Guide stccparks.org

FEE $5 per child

LOCATION BR - Visitor Center

TIME 10-11 a.m.

DATE Wednesday, March 6

BR - Visitor Center

10-11 a. m.

Wednesday, April 3

HOMESCHOOL SKILLBUILDER: HEARTH COOKING 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 to 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

FEE $20 per person

LOCATION DB DB

TIME 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

DATE Wednesday, March 13

1 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 13

WAYFINDING IN THE WILDERNESS: ORIENTEERING FOR BEGINNERS You can get there from here! Learn how to navigate the wilderness using compasses and maps, just like early settlers in the Missouri territory at Wayfinding in the Wilderness: Orienteering for Beginners. During this two-hour workshop, receive an introduction to the sport of orienteering and the opportunity to try it out as you explore The Historic Daniel Boone Home. This activity is open to all ages; family participation is encouraged. This event is BYOC - Bring Your Own Compass. Dress for the weather and plan to wear good walking shoes, as you will be out exploring! Pre-registration is required.

AGE 6 and up

INTRODUCTION TO HAND CUT DOVETAILS

LOCATION DB

FEE $5 per person TIME 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

DATE Saturday, March 16

Take the mystery out of this hallowed type of joinery. Learn how to cut dovetails step by step in this six-hour workshop, Introduction to Hand Cut Dovetails. From laying out and marking, and cutting the tails and pins, to making final adjustments, participants gain the knowledge to continue on their own. All the necessary tools are available for use and the wood are provided. By the end of the workshop, most participants should have partially completed a small dovetail project they can complete at home. This program is for ages 18 and up. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 18 and up LOCATION DB

FEE $40 per person TIME DATE 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Saturday, March 16 Park Activity Guide

LECTURES AT THE LIBRARY If you don’t feel like going out in the woods to learn about pioneer days, head out to your library to learn about life during the days of Daniel Boone with St. Charles County Parks staff. Explore how fabrics and fashion influenced the local economy on Monday, March 25 at Middendorf-Kredell. On Friday, April 26 at Kathryn Linnemann, learn about the similarities and differences between Daniel Boone and Davy Crockett, often confused because of their portrayal by actor Fess Parker! These events are free and open to the public.

AGE All ages

FEE Free

LOCATION TIME Middendorf-Kredell 6:30-7:30 p.m. Library Kathryn Linnemann 2-3 p.m. Library

DATE Monday, March 25 Friday, April 26

HOMESCHOOL SKILLBUILDER: AQUATIC STUDIES Teach your kids the wonders of life teaming in water. Scoop, study, and observe the aquatic life of Broemmelsiek Park. Food webs, water quality, and biodiversity are explored with nets and magnifiers at our site. Be prepared to get messy! This program is for ages 8 to 18. Pre-registration is required. Parents are required to stay on site but may enjoy other aspects of the park with younger siblings.

AGE 8-18

FEE Free

LOCATION BR BR 34

TIME 10-11:30 a.m.

DATE Wednesday, March 27

1-2:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 27

Park Activity Guide stccparks.org

HOMESCHOOL SKILLBUILDER: STREAM STUDY Did you know there are tiny bugs that live in our streams? Don’t worry, that’s a good thing! Learn about what’s in our creeks through water quality monitoring. Check oxygen levels, calculate stream discharge, survey for macroinvertebrates, and much more at Homeschool Skillbuilders: Stream Study. This program is for ages 8-14. Pre-registration is required. Wear clothes that can get wet and/or dirty, closed-toe shoes, and a sun hat. 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 the program.

AGE 8 and up LOCATION IC - Shelter 1 QR - Shelter 6

FEE Free TIME 1-3 p.m. 1-3 p.m.

DATE Tuesday, April 2 Tuesday, April 30

HOMESCHOOL SKILLBUILDERS: HANDMADE TRELLISES Bring a little greenery and science into your home this winter with a terrific terrarium! Learn about the water cycle through games before making a miniature ecosystem to take home and observe. This program is for ages 8 to 18. Cost is $5 per terrarium per participant. All materials are provided. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 8-18 LOCATION DB

FEE Free TIME 1-3:30 p.m.

DATE Wednesday, April 3

BIRD MIGRATION IN MISSOURI Located on the Mississippi Flyway, we get many migrant birds throughout St. Charles County. At Bird Migration in Missouri, learn the basics of bird identification, migration, and some of the species that visit St. Charles County parks with the help of Park Rangers. The program includes a presentation and a bird walk. Bring a set of binoculars, water, and a snack. Pre-registration is requested.

AGE 9 and up LOCATION BR-Visitor Center

FEE Free TIME 9-11 a.m.

DATE Sunday, April 14

HOMESCHOOL SKILLBUILDERS: SEW A RETICULE Before there was Coach, there was reticule. At Homeschool Skillbuilder: Learn how to sew a reticule—a kind of simple ladies’ handbag popular in the 1800s. All materials are included. This program is for ages 8 to 18. Pre-registration is required. Parents are welcome to roam Towne Park with younger siblings while their program-aged child participates.

Enjoy the historic setting of the Old Peace Chapel at The Historic Daniel Boone Home while listening to string music performed by local students at Sunday Strings from 2-3:30 p.m., Sunday, April 14. This event is free and open to the public.

AGE 8-18

AGE All ages

LOCATION TW

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

DATE Wednesday, April 10

SUNDAY STRINGS

FEE Free

LOCATION TIME DB-Old Peace Chapel 2-3:30 p.m.

DATE Sunday, April 14 Park Activity Guide

LOCATION GUIDE BR DB HM KL NM OG QR SF TW

Broemmelsiek Park The Historic Daniel Boone Home Heritage Museum Klondike Park The Park at New Melle Lakes Oglesby Park Quail Ridge Park Regional Airport - Smartt Field Towne Park

FUNDAMENTALS OF DUTCH OVEN COOKING Learn how to cook and bake a hearty meal using Dutch ovens and open fires at The Historic Daniel Boone Home. Participants enjoy a practical hands-on experience in outdoor meal preparation. All ingredients and cooking supplies are provided, but attendees are encouraged to bring water or other soft beverages. For your safety, please wear closed-toe shoes and avoid loose clothing. Part of the course takes place outside, so cotton clothing, hats, and sunscreen are recommended. This program is for ages 16 and up. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 16 and up LOCATION DB

FEE $35 per person TIME 10 a.m-3 p.m.

DATE Saturday, April 20

HOMESCHOOL SKILLBUILDER: FRONTIER GAMES Join in the fun with other home schoolers while learning how to play frontier games! We organize a Townball game, play Battledore and Shuttlecock, Hoop and Stick, and Graces. This program is for ages 8 to 17. Pre-registration is required. Guardians and younger siblings are welcome to attend for free and play with a few provided items.

AGE 8-17 LOCATION TW

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

DATE Wednesday, April 24

BLACKSMITH APPRENTICE CLASS Sign up for the Blacksmith Apprentice Class during the St. Charles County Parks Hammer-In at The Historic Daniel Boone Home! This class teaches the role of a blacksmith in the 18th and 19th centuries. Beginner fundamentals of smithing include safety, tools of the trade, hammer technique, and simple forging methods. Students walk away with their own hand-forged project of either a wall hook or a fire poker. This class is for ages 12 and up. Students between the ages of 12 and 18 must have parental supervision. Pre-registration is required. Parents who wish to participate also need to register for the class. Classes are open to 5 participating students.

AGE 12 and up LOCATION DB 36

Park Activity Guide stccparks.org

FEE $5 per person TIME 10 a.m. - 1p.m.

DATE Saturday, April 27

EMERGING ARCHER

EMERGING ARCHER - ADULTS ONLY

Archery can be safe, fun, and teaches focus, self-control, and discipline. At this program for adults and children 8 and older, participants learn the basics of archery with the help of Park Rangers. Put your knowledge to the test while practicing shooting with recurve and compound bows. All supplies are provided. Space is limited! Cost is $5 for each session; pre-registration is required.

At this adults-only program, participants will learn the basics of archery with the help of Park Rangers. Put your knowledge to the test while practicing shooting skills with recurve and compound bows. All supplies are provided. Space is limited! Cost is $5 for each session; pre-registration is required.

AGE 8 and up LOCATION BR - Shelter 2

FEE $5 per person TIME 10-11:30 a.m.

DATE Sunday, April 28

AGE 18 and up LOCATION BR - Shelter 2

FEE $5 per person TIME 12:30-2 p.m.

DATE Sunday, April 28

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SKYHAWKS ST. LOUIS LIFE SKILLS THROUGH SPORTS Track & Field • Flag Football Soccer • Baseball • STEM Sports Veterans Tribute Park Ages 2-12 Cost Varies, $80-$110

St. Charles County Parks

18-HOLE DISC GOLF COURSES

COLLEGE MEADOWS PARK 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive, Cottleville, MO

INDIAN CAMP CREEK PARK 2679 Dietrich Road, Foristell, MO

THE PARK AT NEW MELLE LAKES 400 Foristell Road, New Melle, MO

QUAIL RIDGE PARK 560 Interstate Drive, Wentzville, MO

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Broemmelsiek Park College Meadows Park Indian Camp Creek Park Klondike Park Kinetic Park Quail Ridge Park

INDOOR DISC GOLF PUTTING LEAGUE Keep your disc golf skills sharp this winter by joining the St. Charles County Parks Department and the St. Charles County Disc Golf Club. They meet every Tuesday night in January and February for the Indoor Disc Golf Putting League at the National Horseshoe Pitchers Hall of Fame building at Quail Ridge Park. Participants of all abilities have the chance to putt five times at each basket and get in three rounds at each station, while earning points toward Smokin Ace’s vouchers and cash prizes. Points for each station are determined by distance and difficulty. Divisions include Pro, Amateur, Women, and Juniors. Food and drink are available for purchase; no outside food or drinks are allowed. Cost is $10 (cash only) per week per player; children ages 12 and under are free.

AGE All ages

FEE $10 per person per week

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TIME 5-8 p.m.

DATE Tuesday, Jan. 2

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Tuesday, Jan. 9 Tuesday, Jan. 16 Tuesday, Jan. 23 Tuesday, Jan. 30 Tuesday, Feb. 6 Tuesday, Feb. 13 Tuesday, Feb. 20 Tuesday, Feb. 27

WASHERS TOURNAMENT Competitive teams are forming now for our annual Washers Tournament at the National Horseshoe Pitchers Association Hall of Fame at Quail Ridge Park. Test your skills against the area’s best players as teams compete for cash prizes. Registration and practice time is 10:30 -11:45 a.m., the day of the event; tournament begins at noon. Players must be at least 16 years old. Cost is $25 (cash only) per team of two and day-of registration only. Food and drink are available for purchase. Spectators are welcome.

AGE 16 and up LOCATION QR

FEE $25 per team TIME 10:30 a.m.

DATE Saturday, March 2 Park Activity Guide

EARLY MORNING LITTLE RIDERS Come learn to ride your bike at St. Charles County Kinetic Park! Access the park before it opens to riders, from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. on Wednesday mornings during the month of April for little ones who are learning to ride their bikes. This gives them the opportunity to ride freely without older, more experienced riders around. Whether they’re on a strider, have training wheels, or just took them off, this is a time for them to feel comfortable and safe learning to ride their bike at Kinetic Park.

AGE All ages LOCATION KN KN KN KN

MONTHLY FAMILY MTB RIDE KICKOFF A mountain bike event Dad, Mom and the kids can all enjoy. St. Charles County Parks is partnering with Granada Cyclery and hosting a kickoff to their season event called The Monthly Family MTB Ride--Single Track at ICC--5-mile Easy loop. The ride is roughly 4.5 miles total, with 3.5 miles in the woods on an easy single-track MTB trail and then an nice easy 1-mile pavement ride back to the parking lot. There is an optional 15-minute play stop at the playground during the pavement return ride. Trail routes are for beginner levels, with occasional rocks and roots and one small creek crossing that can be walked through if needed. Bail-out points are available at 1 mile, 2 miles, and 3 miles. This program is for ages 4 and up. Parent supervision is required for ages 10 and under. Pre-registration is requested.

AGE 4 and up LOCATION IC

FEE Free TIME 6 p.m.

DATE Tuesday, April 2

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FEE Free TIME 11 a.m.-12 p.m. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

DATE Wednesday, April 3 Wednesday, April 10 Wednesday, April 17 Wednesday, April 24

APRIL BIKEPACKING OVERNIGHT Load up your bike and let’s go! This Park Ranger-led, 26-hour bikepacking trip begins at Bike Stop Café in downtown St. Charles and takes you 25 miles along the historic Katy Trail to scenic Klondike Park in Augusta. After arriving at the park, riders set up camp for the night. In the morning, everyone rides back to St. Charles together. Riders must be 16 years of age and older to participate and bring their own food and camping equipment. This ride is rain-or-shine and guaranteed to be a good time! The cost is $10 to cover the campsite and firewood. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 16 and older

FEE $10 per person

LOCATION KL

TIME DATE 10 a.m. - next day April 6-7

COLLEGE MEADOWS DISC GOLF DOUBLES Bring a partner and join us for our second annual College Meadows Disc Golf Doubles Glow tournament at College Meadows Park. This 18-hole contest features illuminated baskets to mark the course of mixed short and long holes that travel in and out of the woods and open fairways. Cash payouts and Closest to Pin prizes are awarded. The event is limited to 36 teams. Cost is $20 (cash only) per team and day-of registration only; a limited amount of LED lights are be available for purchase. Both partners must be present to register. Registration is from 7-8 p.m., and the competition kicks off at 8:15 p.m. with a shotgun start.

AGE All ages LOCATION CM

FEE $20 per team TIME 8:15 p.m.

DATE Friday, April 26

The Creative at Klondike arts center is a collaboration between nonprofit Four Rivers Arts Council and St. Charles County Parks. We are a creative arts center, offering gallery space and curated exhibitions; artist studios; artist in residencies; studio workshops for photography, ceramics and fiber arts; community art and nature programs; and art-focused professional development opportunities. Our Mission: To build a culture of creative and inspired thought through art, creative processes, and experiences. www.fourriversartscouncil.org fourriversartscouncil@gmail.com @creative_at_klondike @Four Rivers Arts Council

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