St. Charles County Parks - Winter/Spring 2025

Park Activity Guide Winter/Spring 2025: January-April

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

Words from the Parks Director

Ryan Graham

One of the things I am most excited about for 2025 is the slew of new amenities opening up at St. Charles County Kinetic Park. Over the past few years, we have tried to re-envision the park. These efforts include renaming and rebranding the park from the Youth Activity Park to Kinetic Park, and adding one of the largest pump tracks in North America and a bike skills course. The next development phase includes new concession areas, indoor climbers, special event rooms, a new playground and splash pad area, and indoor and outdoor pickleball courts—all very exciting things.

St. Charles County Parks Director

As with any project, sometimes you have a vision and an idea of what is going to happen, and it goes as planned. Sometimes, things occur to change your best-laid plans. One of these changes happened recently at Kinetic Park. The department was contacted by the family of St. Louis Skateboarder Brayden Hudnall, who first started skateboarding at the park years ago. Now Brayden is a competitive vert ramp rider and competes across the United States. The family asked if we would be willing to accept a donation to build a vert ramp at Kinetic Park. The answer, of course, was “YEAH, let’s do it!”

With the financial support of the Hudnall family and the assistance of the St. Charles County Parks Foundation, we were able to purchase one of the largest vert ramps in North America from a private owner in Houston,

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...

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Nature & Outdoors

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Education & Enrichment

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Texas. The ramp is 13 ft. tall, 50 ft. wide, with 11 ft. transitions and 2 ft. of vert. It was disassembled and trucked up to our park. Throughout October and November, we have been putting it together to get it fully operational.

It has been a big task, but a rewarding one as we have seen this amazing amenity grow. We hope to have it open soon and look forward to hosting several programs and events in the future.

The St. Charles County Parks Department is excited to bring vert ramp riding to the St. Charles County area and know that it will be a welcomed amenity for the skating community and bring people from all over the U.S. to Dardenne Prairie to ride.

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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 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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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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PARKS CALENDAR JANUARY 1 4

New Year’s Day Hike

Documentary Showing: House of Thunder

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 28

24 Paint and Sip

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 20

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

RC Open Ride

Ladies Skate

Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 36

Winter Waterfowl Watch

Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 38

26 Well Read Wonderers

Hideaway Harbor Park .......................................................... 20

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

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Stream Team: Special Ops

Indoor Disc Golf Putting League

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Indoor Disc Golf Putting League

Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 36

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

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Stitching the Season

Little History Explorers

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Crafting Circle

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

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 27

Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 36

28 HSSB: Terrific Terrariums

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 29

29 Winter/Spring Open Rides

The National Equestrian Center ........................................ 37

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 27

Kinetic Adult Hours

FEBRUARY

Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 37

War Storytime 11 Revolutionary Heritage Museum .................................................................. 28 Board Game Night at the Lodge

RC Open Rides

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

Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 36

Winter Waterfowl Watch

Hideaway Harbor Park .......................................................... 20

Disc Golf Putting League 14 Indoor Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 36

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Stream Team: Special Ops

Open Rides 15 Winter/Spring The National Equestrian Center ........................................ 37

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Indoor Disc Golf Putting League

Eagle Watch Party at Riverside Landing

Riverside Landing Park ......................................................... 14

to Spoon Carving 18 Introduction The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 28 Cemetery Stories: Iconography & Epitaphs

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 28

Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 36

Little Nature Explorers

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

Stitching the Season

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 27

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to Spoon Carving 19 Introduction The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 28 Disc Golf Putting League 21 Indoor Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 36

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

Crafting Circle

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 27

Kinetic Adult Hours

Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 37

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Revolutionary War Storytime

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 28

Sweetheart Hike

Klondike Park ........................................................................... 21 6

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Puppy Love

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Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 15

Superb Owl Family Hoot Out

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

HSSB: Maple Sugaring

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

10 Date Night at the Heritage Museum

Ladies Skate

Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 38

23 Well Read Wonderers

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

Disc Golf Putting League 25 Indoor Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 36 Little History Explorers

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 15

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 29

Date Night at the Heritage Museum

HSSB: Maple Sugaring

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 15

11 Indoor Disc Golf Putting League

Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 36

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

Steppers 26 Confidence Veterans Tribute Park ............................................................ 22

HSSB: Maple Sugaring

Lights and Leashes

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

Oglesby Park ............................................................................ 22

12 Winter/Spring Open Rides

Winter/Spring Open Rides

The National Equestrian Center ........................................ 37

Slavery Experience in Missouri

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 30

15 Historical Game Day: American Civil War

The National Equestrian Center ........................................ 37

Guided Bird Walks 28 Ranger Veterans Tribute Park ............................................................ 22

MARCH

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 30

Disc Golf Putting League 18 Indoor Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 36

RC Open Ride

Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 36

Paint and Sip

21 Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 21 RTR: George Washington’s Early Life

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 31

A Visit with Daniel and Rebecca Boone

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22 Wintering Wildlife Hike

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

Washers Tournament

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

Maple Sugar Festival

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

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 15

Little Nature Explorer 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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Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 29

Stitching the Season

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 27

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Crafting Circle

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 27

Kinetic Adult Hours

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Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 37

Revolutionary War Storytime

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 28

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Confidence Stepper

Veterans Tribute Park ............................................................ 22

Night at Boone 12 Date The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 15

Spring in your Step

Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 23

Arranging for Kids 22 Flower Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 32

Winter/Spring Open Rides

RR: French & Indian War Ignited the Rev.

Golden Trailblazers

Well Read Wonderers

The National Equestrian Center ........................................ 37 Veterans Tribute Park ............................................................ 22

13 Community Day at the Boone Home

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 15

Ranger Guided Bird Walks

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 32 Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 29

23 Golden Hour Hikes

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

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

Ranger Stream Team Cleanups 24 STCCPark Missouri Bluffs ......................................................................... 16

History: Penny Rugs 15 Making Towne Park ............................................................................... 31

Archer - Adults Only 25 Emerging Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 32

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition at the Museum

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 15

Ranger Stream Team Cleanups 17 STCCPark Veterans Tribute Park ............................................................ 16 Steppers 19 Confidence Veterans Tribute Park ............................................................ 22 Golden Trailblazers

Veterans Tribute Park ............................................................ 22

20 History Readers

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 31

WINTERIZATION Nov. 1 to April 1

Little History Explorers

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 29

Emerging Archer - All Ages

Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 32

Steppers 26 Confidence Veterans Tribute Park ............................................................ 22 Lights and Leashes

Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 22

Winter/Spring Open Rides

The National Equestrian Center ........................................ 37

Trailblazers 27 Golden Veterans Tribute Park ............................................................ 22 Ranger Guided Bird Walks

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

28 Murder Mystery Dinner

The National Equestrian Center ........................................ 17

Find Your Patriot Ancestor

The water and restroom availability in the parks may be limited.

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 33

Emerging Archer - All Ages

Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 32

29 Emerging Archer - Adults Only

Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 32

STCCPark Ranger Stream Team Cleanups Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 16

Skate 30 Ladies Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 38

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APRIL Little Nature Explorers

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

Stitching the Seasons

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 27

Golden Trailblazers

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Veterans Tribute Park ............................................................ 22

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 31

17 Wildflower Smartphone Photography

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

Golf Doubles Glow 18 Disc College Meadows Park ........................................................ 39 iNaturalist Hike

Towne Park ............................................................................... 24

Crafting Circle

19 Earth Day Campout

RC Open Rides

Earth Day Campout

Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 27 Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 36

Making History: Floor Cloth Design

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History Readers

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

Klondike Park .......................................................................... 24 Klondike Park .......................................................................... 24

Read Wonderers 20 Well Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 29

Revolutionary War Storytime

Wildflower Smartphone Photography

Mission: Clean Stream

HSSB: Frontier Games

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 33 Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 17

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RR: Lexington and Concord

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HSSB: Stream Study

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 29 Indian Camp Creek Park ...................................................... 33

Day at the Boone Home 10 Community The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 15 Kinetic Adult Hours

Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 37

with Daniel and Rebecca Boone 12 ATheVisit Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 31 Greenwood Festival

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

13 Eggstravaganza Kinetic Park .............................................................................. 17 Historc Construction 14 HSSB: The Historic Daniel Boone Home .................................... 34 Hour Hike 15 Golden The Park at New Melle Lakes ............................................. 23 Open Lake Paddle

16 The Park at New Melle Lakes ............................................. 23

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

21 STCCPark Ranger Stream Team Cleanups Indian Camp Creek Park ...................................................... 16

Aquatic Studies 22 HSSB: Broemmelsiek Park ................................................................ 35 Golden Hour Hikes

Indian Camp Creek Park ...................................................... 23

23 Lights and Leashes

Veterans Tribute Park ............................................................ 22

Archaeology Principles and Methods

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 35

25 Hiking and Hops

The Historic Daniel Boone Home ..................................... 24

Ladies Skate

Kinetic Park ............................................................................... 38

27 Wildflower Smartphone Photography

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

Stream Study 29 HSSB: Quail Ridge Park ..................................................................... 33 Little History Explorers

Heritage Museum .................................................................. 29

30 Winter/Spring Open Rides

The National Equestrian Center ........................................ 37

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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 $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 STREAM TEAM: SPECIAL OPS

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Your help is needed on a special mission to make St. Charles County parks cleaner! Join us this winter to tackle large clean up areas within our parks that need some extra attention.

Volunteers must be willing to clean up items that may be sharp, heavy, or difficult to reach. Terrain is uneven in spots.

Some light bushwacking will be necessary to access trash.

Wear clothing you do not mind getting dirty or ruined. Bring gloves, water bottle and sturdy shoes or boots—no flip-flops or sandals. Trash is messy! Pre-registration is required.

AGE 14 and up LOCATION BR - Group Shelter QR - Lodge

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FEE Free TIME 1-3 p.m.

1-3 p.m.

DATE Sunday, Jan. 5 Sunday, Feb. 2

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

BOARD GAME NIGHT AT THE LODGE Come to the cozy Lodge at Quail Ridge Park to play naturethemed board games with family and friends. Games provided will have more rules and complexities than the typical tabletop board game. Bring any snacks, as well as nature-themed board games to share from your collection. A local brewery will be on site selling drinks. Games are provided by the Geekway Library.

Pre-registration is requested.

AGE 12 and up LOCATION QR 14

FEE Free TIME 4-9 p.m.

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DATE Saturday, Jan. 11

Broemmelsiek Park Heritage Museum The Historic Daniel Boone Home Indian Camp Creek Park Kinetic Park Missouri Bluffs National Equestrian Center Quail Ridge Park Riverside Landing Veterans Tribute Park

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

DATE Saturday, Jan. 18

PUPPY LOVE Kinetic Park is open for dogs from 8:30-10 a.m., Sunday, Feb. 9!

Bring your pups out to the park for the morning to explore and run around. Dogs must remain on their leashes. St. Charles County Pet Adoption Center will be on site for an opportunity to adopt a new furry friend! “Doggy bags” are offered to those who adopt, with treats, a toy and a coupon to local pet stores.

Adoptable dogs will be in North building on the pickleball courts. As a precaution, personal dogs and adoptable ones will be kept separated for safety. Entrance to the park is free. No skating/riding allowed during this time.

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

DATE Sunday, Feb. 9

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 can try their hand at pioneer equipment and watch reenactors boil sap at our sugar camp.

Be prepared to visit with our vendors, try samples and purchase some delicious treats to take home. Cash only. This program is free and open to all ages. Dress for the weather!

AGE All ages

DATE NIGHT AT THE HERITAGE MUSEUM Love is in the air! Enjoy an evening with your friends or that special someone at the St. Charles County Heritage Museum.

We provide the candlelight, a decorated table, music, and tabletop activities—you bring dinner and drinks. After dinner, enjoy walking through the exhibit “The American Revolutionary War in the West” at the Heritage Museum. Pre-registration is required.

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

5-7 p.m.

DATE Monday, Feb. 10 Tuesday, Feb. 11

LOCATION DB

FEE Free TIME 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

DATE Saturday, March 1

DATE NIGHT AT BOONE Enjoy an evening with your friends or that special someone in one of the historic buildings at The Historic Daniel Boone Home!

We provide the candlelight, a table to sit by the fire, tabletop activities and the ambiance—you bring dinner and drinks. After dinner, take a scenic walk through the Boone Home to watch the beautiful sunset. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 18 and up LOCATION DB

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

DATE Wednesday, March 12 Park Activity Guide

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ST. CHARLES COUNTY PARKS STREAM TEAM CLEANUPS Would you like to give back to your community? Come and pick up trash to keep our St. Charles County parks looking beautiful!

Not only is trash an eyesore, but it can hurt the environment and the animals that call our parks home. Join our Park Rangers this fall and help clean up the waterways in various parks. 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.

COMMUNITY DAY AT THE HISTORIC DANIEL BOONE HOME Tour The Historic Daniel Boone Home free of charge on the second Thursday of the month in March and April! 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.

AGE All ages LOCATION DB DB

FEE Free TIME 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

DATE Thursday, March 13 Thursday, April 10

JIGSAW PUZZLE COMPETITION Are you a history buff who loves jigsaw puzzles? The Heritage Museum has just the event for you! Sign up for our jigsaw puzzle competition at the St. Charles County Heritage Museum.

Teams of up to four people compete to finish a 500-piece puzzle. Prizes are awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 12 and up LOCATION HM 16

FEE $40 per table TIME 1-3 p.m.

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DATE Saturday, March 15

AGE 5 and up LOCATION VT - Shelter 1 MB - Shelter 1 BR - Shelter 7 IC - Shelter 1

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.

DATE Monday, March 17 Monday, March 24 Saturday, March 29 Monday, April 21

MURDER MYSTERY DINNER Who done it?! Have a fun night testing your detective skills at our sixth annual dinner theatre at The National Equestrian Center. The NEC 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; bring your own cooler for additional drinks. Doors open at 6 p.m. with dinner served at 6:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 18 and up

FEE $30 per person

LOCATION TIME EC - Meeting Facility 6-9 p.m.

DATE Friday, March 28

GREENWOOD FESTIVAL Learn just how important freshly harvested wood was to frontier life at the Greenwood Festival from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, April 12 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!

AGE All ages LOCATION DB

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

DATE Saturday, April 12

MISSION: CLEAN STREAM Join hundreds of volunteers to help restore the Peruque and Dry Branch creeks with St. Charles County Parks and the Greenway Network. These streams are important to the health of our community and support a variety of wildlife and land uses. Register as an individual, family or organization.

All participants must also sign a waiver. Sign up by March 26 to guarantee a free T-shirt. The deadline to register for the event is April 3. Come early for The Tree Seminar from 8-9 a.m. and following the clean-up volunteers are invited to Progress Park for a light lunch. Volunteers are responsible for their own transportation to sites. Dress for the weather. Bring gloves, water bottle and sturdy shoes or boots—no flip-flops or sandals. Trash is messy! Long pants and insect repellent are recommended. Be sure to sign a waiver prior to event.

Participant under 18 must have waiver signed by parent prior.

AGE 6 and up LOCATION QR - Shelter 6

FEE Free TIME 9:30-11:30 a.m.

DATE Saturday, April 5

EGGSTRAVAGANZA EGG HUNT Join us for the FREE annual Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt at St. Charles County Kinetic Park in Dardenne Prairie! There are separate egg hunts for ages 3 and under, 4-6, and 7-12, with a special egg at each hunt. Make sure to bring a basket! Games, vendors, prizes and a fluffy friend bouncing around the park are also part of the festivities. Registration is limited; preregistration is required by April 9. Sorry, no walk-ins allowed.

Accommodations are available for children with disabilities.

AGE 12 and under

FEE Free

LOCATION KN

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

DATE Sunday, April 13 Park Activity Guide

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FRIDAY NIGHT STARGAZING WITH THE ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY OF EASTERN MISSOURI

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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ASTRONOMY VIEWING AREA AT BROEMMELSIEK PARK (WEATHER PERMITTING)

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NATURE & OUTDOORS WINTER WATERFOWL WATCH Bird nerds, this one is for you! Join Park Rangers at Hideaway Harbor Park to see what kind of waterfowl is making their way through Missouri. Located on the Mississippi Flyway, Hideaway Harbor is a great spot to view migrating waterfowl from the warmth of your own car. Park Rangers are present to help with identification and share knowledge about waterfowl. A limited number of binoculars are available for use. While in the area, be sure to visit the St. Charles County Regional Airport - Smartt Field, where the Commemorative Air Force Missouri Wing has their Airpower Museum. Pre-registration is requested.

NEW YEAR’S DAY HIKE Bring in the new year and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors on a 2-mile hike with Park Rangers at Broemmelsiek Park!

Afterward, enjoy complimentary coffee, hot chocolate and donuts while sitting by a warm fire. Rangers are available to answer questions about upcoming programs, park history and local wildlife. Pre-registration is required.

AGE All ages

FEE Free

LOCATION BR - Shelter 7

TIME 1-3 p.m.

DATE Wednesday, Jan. 1

LOCATION GUIDE BR HH DB IC KN KL OG NM QR RL TW VT 20

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

Park Activity Guide stccparks.org

AGE All ages LOCATION HH HH

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

11 a.m.-2 p.m.

DATE Saturday, Jan. 4 Saturday, Feb. 1

SUPERB OWL FAMILY HOOT OUT Celebrate Missouri owls on Superb Owl Day from 4:30-6 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 9 at Broemmelsiek Park! Families participate in owl activities, owl pellet dissection, games, and a walk and hoot as night descends. This free program is for all ages. Pre-registration is required.

AGE All ages LOCATION BR

PAINT AND SIP

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

DATE Sunday, Feb. 9

Join us for a fun-filled evening of art and relaxation at Paint and Sip in Broemmelsiek Park! This program is for adults ages 21 and up looking to unleash their inner artist. Enjoy a step-by-step guided painting session by artists from Painting on the Rocks while sipping on your favorite beverages. All supplies are provided. Bring snacks and drinks. Space is limited.

Pre-registration is required.

AGE 21 and up LOCATION BR BR

FEE $40 per person TIME 6-9:30 p.m.

6-9:30 p.m.

DATE Friday, Jan. 24 Friday, Feb. 21

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. Our hike takes us to 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 LOCATION KL - Kiosk by Shower House

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

DATE Saturday, Feb. 8

WINTERING WILDLIFE HIKE 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 LOCATION BR - Shelter 7

FEE Free TIME 3:30-5:30 p.m.

DATE Saturday, Feb. 22 Park Activity Guide

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CONFIDENCE STEPPERS Join our Confidence Steppers program, where women come together for medium intensity walks at a St. Charles County Park, fostering connections and friendships along the way.

Walk at a comfortable pace, enjoy nature, and engage in meaningful conversations as you meet like-minded women in your community, all while embracing the joy of movement and companionship. Pre-registration is required.

AGE

FEE Free

LOCATION VT VT NM NM

TIME 5-6 p.m.

5-6 p.m.

5-6 p.m.

5-6 p.m.

RANGER GUIDED BIRD WALKS DATE Wednesday, Feb. 26 Wednesday, March 12 Wednesday, March 19 Wednesday, March 26

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 three different St. Charles County parks.

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 VT NM DB

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.

LOCATION OG - Shelter 1 QR - Lodge VT - Shelter 3 22

FEE Free TIME 5:30-6:45 p.m.

7-8:15 p.m.

7:30-8:45 p.m.

Park Activity Guide stccparks.org

TIME 8-9:30 a.m.

8-9:30 a.m.

8-9:30 a.m.

DATE Friday, Feb. 28 Saturday, March 15 Friday, March 28

GOLDEN TRAILBLAZERS

LIGHTS AND LEASHES

AGE 6 and up

FEE Free

DATE Wednesday, Feb. 26 Wednesday, March 26 Wednesday, April 23

Discover the joys of outdoor walking with Golden Trailblazers for Seniors. Enjoy the supportive company and 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-registrations is requested.

AGE 60 and up LOCATION VT VT VT VT

FEE Free TIME 9:30-10:30 a.m.

9:30-10:30 a.m.

9:30-10:30 a.m.

9:30-10:30 a.m.

DATE Thursday, March 13 Thursday, March 20 Thursday, March 27 Thursday, April 3

SPRING IN YOUR STEP

OPEN LAKE PADDLE

Walk the new trails and enjoy the season change from winter to spring at Spring in Your Step from 9-10 a.m., Saturday, March 22 at St. Charles County Kinetic Park. This free program is for walking only; no riding allowed during this program. Dogs on a leash are permitted. All ages are welcome. Pre-registration is requested.

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-$15 per rental. Personal vessels are welcome to attend. Wear shoes you do not mind getting wet or dirty. Pre-registration is required.

AGE All ages LOCATION KN

FEE Free TIME 9-10 a.m.

DATE Saturday, March 22

AGE All ages LOCATION NM

FEE $10-$15 per peson TIME 5-7 p.m.

DATE Wednesday, April 16

GOLDEN HOUR HIKES 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 guided hike up to 3-miles 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

FEE Free

LOCATION TIME BR - Visitor Center 6-7:15 p.m.

NM - Trailhead 6-7:45 p.m. rd IC - 3 Parking Lot on 6-7:45 p.m.

Loop Road

DATE Sunday, March 23 Tuesday, April 15 Wednesday, April 23 Park Activity Guide

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HIKING AND HOPS Explore the abundance of wild plant foods that sprout in spring and sample their flavors in local craft brews at Hiking and Hops at The Historic Daniel Boone Home. Parks staff take participants on a short plant identification hike, followed by a tasting of craft beers from Sandy Valley Brewing infused with foraged flavors. Participants must be 21 and up. Hikers should bring a water bottle, wear comfortable hiking shoes, and dress for the weather. This program takes place at the Vanbibber property located at 2068 Hwy F in Defiance. Pre-registration is required.

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.

AGE

AGE 21 and up

FEE Free

LOCATION DB

TIME 3-4:30 p.m.

DATE Friday, April 25

FEE Free

LOCATION TW

TIME 12 p.m.

DATE Saturday, April 19

LOCATION 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 3 p.m., April 19 through 12 p.m., April 20 at Klondike Park. Activities include a nature hike to learn about frogs, flowers, and fauna in the park; a bird feeder craft; and 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 treats are provided. Follow Park program signs to the group camping area, sites 1-16. Cost is $15 per campsite.

Pre-registration is required.

AGE All ages LOCATION KL - Sites 1-16 24

FEE $15 per site TIME DATE 3 p.m., Check-in Saturday, April 19 12 p.m., Check-out Sunday, April 20

Park Activity Guide stccparks.org

BR HH DB IC KN KL OG NM QR RL TW VT

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

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.

A Perfect Park for a Perfect Day. Our 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

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.

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DOWNHILL MOUNTAIN BIKE COURSE In 2023, St. Charles County Parks opened its first mountain bike-only downhill trail at Matson Hill Park. These heart-pounding trails offer adventure, with steep drops and sharp turns that keep riders on the edge of their seats. Riders are strongly recommended to scout each trail multiple times before riding at full speed. A full-suspension bike with a dropper post, full-face helmet, and protective pads are also strongly advised. These trails are not recommended for beginning riders or unsupervised children.

A NEW COURSE COMING SOON AT MISSOURI BLUFFS PARK!

3576 STUB ROAD, DEFIANCE, MO

EDUCATION & ENRICHMENT CRAFTING CIRCLE Need(le) a little extra motivation to finish your crafts? Every month, meet other creative people at the meeting room at Broemmelsiek Park to knit, crochet, sew, embroider, scrapbook, papercraft, basket weave, journal, or whatever else you might be working on. Between projects? No worries! Simple crafts are 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

FEE Free

LOCATION BR - Visitor Center BR - Visitor Center BR - Visitor Center BR - Visitor Center

TIME 5-8 p.m.

5-8 p.m.

5-8 p.m.

5-8 p.m.

DATE Thursday, Jan. 9 Thursday, Feb. 6 Thursday, March 6 Thursday, April 3

STITCHING THE SEASONS Capture the seasons with an embroidered phenology wheel!

Phenology is the study of how changing seasons impact the environment. Join Parks staff to learn about seasonal variety in plants and animals, and even a little history. Participants learn basic stitches and document their own seasonal observations through embroidery. Cost is $10 per person. Registration fee includes basic embroidery materials to start your own phenology wheel. Program starts Jan. 8 and then meets the first Wednesday of each month throughout 2025.

AGE 12 and up

FEE $10 per person

LOCATION TIME DATE BR - Visitor Center 5-6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Jan. 8 BR - Visitor Center 5-6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 5 BR - Visitor Center 5-6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 5 BR - Visitor Center 5-6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 2 *Watch for our Summer Park Activity Guide for future dates.

LOCATION GUIDE BR HM DB IC QR TW

Broemmelsiek Park Heritage Museum The Historic Daniel Boone Home Indian Camp Creek Park Quail Ridge Park Towne Park Park Activity Guide

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INTRODUCTION TO SPOON CARVING

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

Bring in those spoon tools and let’s get carving! Learn the fundamentals that lead to the satisfaction of making objects that can then be used daily in this 10-hour weekend workshop at The Historic Daniel Boone Home. The weekend course covers selecting and preparing wood that makes for good, useful spoons. Participants are taught knife grips, proper safety techniques, the use of hook knives, and sharpening techniques.

Wood for carving is provided. Participants must bring their own carving tools and a means for sharpening, like waterstones, diamond plates, sandpaper, etc. A list of recommended tools and sharpening equipment is sent after registration.

Pre-registration is required.

AGE 18 and up LOCATION DB DB

FEE $80 TIME 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

12-4 p.m.

DATE Saturday, Jan. 18 Sunday, Jan. 19

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

10 a.m.-12 p.m.

10 a.m.-12 p.m.

10 a.m.-12 p.m.

DATE Saturday, Jan. 11 Saturday, Feb. 8 Saturday, March 8 Saturday, April 5

CEMETERY STORIES: ICONOGRAPHY AND EPITAPHS

DOCUMENTARY SHOWING: HOUSE OF THUNDER

Have you ever wanted to learn about researching cemeteries and stories of past people? Discover the meaning of symbols and sayings found in our local cemeteries as Rangers lead you through some of the stories etched in stone. Pre-registration is required.

Come out to the St. Charles County Heritage Museum for Documentary Showing: House of Thunder from 6-7 p.m., Friday, Jan. 24. “House of Thunder” explores the Western Theatre of the American Revolutionary War, as well as the Battle of St. Louis.

Popcorn and non-alcoholic beverages are served during the showing. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 18 and up

AGE 18 and up

LOCATION HM 28

FEE Free TIME 7-8 p.m.

Park Activity Guide stccparks.org

DATE Saturday, Jan. 18

LOCATION HM

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

DATE Friday, Jan. 24

WELL READ WONDERERS

LITTLE HISTORY EXPLORERS

Get out of your reading slump and get 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 to read, with a discussion meet up in one of our scenic parks and, weather permitting, a nature hike. Join us for a cozy, informal discussion and a little exploration. Pre-registration is requested.

Explore history through the eyes of a child! Open to budding historians, this monthly program explores a history-related topic through story time and a short activity. Children must be accompanied by an adult during the entire program. Space is limited; pre-registration is required.

Monthly Reads: January - The Call of the Wild by Jack London February - Gathering Moss by Robin Wall Kimmerer March - The Soul of an Octopus by Sy Montgomery April - American Wolf: A True Story of Survival and Obsession in the West by Nate Blakslee

AGE Ages 18 and up LOCATION BR - Visitor Center BR - Visitor Center BR - Visitor Center BR - Visitor Center

FEE Free TIME 12-2 p.m.

12-2 p.m.

12-2 p.m.

12-2 p.m.

AGE 6 and under LOCATION HM HM HM HM

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

10-10:30 a.m.

10-10:30 a.m.

10-10:30 a.m.

DATE Wednesday, Jan. 29 Wednesday, Feb. 26 Wednesday, March 26 Wednesday, April 30

DATE Sunday, Jan. 26 Sunday, Feb. 23 Sunday, March 23 Sunday, April 20

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. 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. 28 Tuesday, Jan. 28

LITTLE NATURE EXPLORERS Children 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 6 and under

FEE $5 per child

LOCATION BR - Visitor Center

TIME 10-11 a.m.

DATE Wednesday, Feb. 5

BR - Visitor Center BR - Visitor Center

10-11 a.m.

10-11 a.m.

Wednesday, March 5 Wednesday, April 2 Park Activity Guide

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SLAVERY EXPERIENCES IN MISSOURI, MEN AND WOMEN February is Black History Month. Join the St. Charles County Heritage Museum on Saturday, Feb. 15 for storytelling and conversations about the experiences of enslaved people in Missouri in the 19th century. Through first-person performances and discussion, visitors can learn about how men and women experienced enslavement differently in Missouri.

Pre-registration is requested.

HOMESCHOOL SKILLBUILDERS: MAPLE SUGARING 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 attending family members ages 5 and up must register. ***This program will be canceled in the event of extreme weather.

AGE 5 and up

LOCATION HM

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

DATE Saturday, Feb. 15

FEE $5 per participant

LOCATION DB DB DB

TIME 10-11:30 a.m. or 1-2:30 p.m.

10-11:30 a.m. or 1-2:30 p.m.

10-11:30 a.m. or 1-2:30 p.m.

DATE Monday, Feb. 10 Wednesday, Feb. 12 Wednesday, Feb. 26

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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AGE All ages

Park Activity Guide stccparks.org

HISTORICAL GAME DAY: AMERICAN CIVIL WAR 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 displayed are based upon the Western and Trans-Mississippi Theater of the Civil War, such as Battle of Wilson’s Creek: The first major battle of the Trans-Mississippi Theater of the American Civil War. Pre-registration is requested.

AGE 6 and up LOCATION HM

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

DATE Saturday, Feb. 15

ROAD TO REVOLUTION: GEORGE WASHINGTON’S EARLY LIFE Happy birthday, George Washington! For the founding father’s birthday, stop by the St. Charles County Heritage Museum to hear about his life before the American Revolution. From Ferry Farm to the Caribbean to Mount Vernon to Braddock’s Defeat, George Washington had a varied life. Enjoy some birthday cake and tea and learn about what prepared Washington to lead the American Revolution. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 14 and up LOCATION HM

FEE $5 per person TIME 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 2 p.m. & 3 p.m.

DATE Saturday, Feb. 22

MAKING HISTORY: PENNY RUGS Penny Rugs date back to the 1800s and were made from sewing scraps of wool and felt when materials were scarce during the Civil War. Homeschoolers have the opportunity to make a small version of a penny rug at the Boyd House at Towne Park. Space is limited! Pre-registration is required. Younger siblings are welcome to play at the park or school in another portion of the building with guardians.

AGE 16 and up

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

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

9 a.m.-3 p.m.

DATE Saturday, March 1 Saturday, April 12

LOCATION TW

FEE $15 per person TIME DATE 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 15

HISTORY READERS Explore local history during this History Readers Book Club led by the St. Charles County Parks History Team. Each month, a book related to St. Charles County history is selected to read, followed by a meet-up at the St. Charles County Heritage Museum on the third Thursday of March, April and May to discuss stories from the region.

Monthly Reads: March - Finding Daniel Boone by Ted Belue April - Craft: An American History by Glenn Adamson May - Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer

AGE All ages LOCATION HM HM HM

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

2:30-3:30 p.m.

2:30-3:30 p.m.

DATE Thursday, March 20 Thursday, April 17 Thursday, May 15 Park Activity Guide

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EMERGING ARCHER - ADULTS ONLY Archery is safe, fun, and teaches focus, self-control and discipline. At this adults-only program, participants learn the basics of archery with the help of Park Rangers. After a time of instruction, put your knowledge to the test and practice shooting skills using recurve and compound bows. All supplies are provided. Space is limited! Pre-registration is required.

AGE 18 and up

FLOWER ARRANGING FOR KIDS Discover the colorful world of flower arranging from 10-11:30 a.m., on Saturday, March 22 at Brommelsiek Park! Kids learn how to create beautiful floral designs while expressing their artistic flair. Take home a stunning arrangement to brighten up your space! Pre-registration is required.

AGE 12-18

FEE $10 per person

LOCATION BR

TIME 10-11:30 a.m.

DATE Saturday, March 22

ROAD TO REVOLUTION: HOW THE FRENCH AND INDIAN WAR IGNITED A REVOLUTION In the years following the French and Indian War, many soldiers and colonists who fought a nine-year war for Great Britain became disillusioned with the Crown. Join the St. Charles County Heritage Museum’s Interpretive Staff from 1-2 p.m., March 22 to learn the details of how the aftermath of the French and Indian War ignited a colonial revolution.

Pre-registration is required.

AGE 14 and up

FEE $5 per person

LOCATION HM

TIME 1-2 p.m.

DATE Saturday, March 22

LOCATION GUIDE BR HM DB IC QR TW 32

Broemmelsiek Park Heritage Museum The Historic Daniel Boone Home Indian Camp Creek Park Quail Ridge Park Towne Park

Park Activity Guide stccparks.org

LOCATION QR - Horseshoe Hall of Fame QR - Shelter 6

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

DATE Tuesday, March 25

12:30-2 p.m.

Saturday, March 29

EMERGING ARCHER Archery is 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. After a time of instruction, put your knowledge to the test and practice shooting skills using recurve and compound bows. All supplies are provided. Space is limited!

Pre-registration is required.

AGE 8 and up LOCATION QR - Horseshoe Hall of Fame QR - Shelter 6

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

DATE Wednesday, March 26

10-11:30 a.m.

Saturday, March 29

AMERICAN 250TH: FIND YOUR PATRIOT ANCESTOR

ROAD TO REVOLUTION: LEXINGTON AND CONCORD

Have you ever wondered if one of your ancestors served as a Patriot soldier during the American Revolution or aided the Patriot Cause? Come to the St. Charles County Heritage Museum and let the St. Louis-area chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution and Sons of the American Revolution help you research your family tree to see if your ancestor helped America win the war! Pre-registration is required.

Commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Revolutionary War at the St. Charles County Heritage Museum! Pick a session time and learn why the war started, hear stories about the different battles, and listen to poems written about April 18-19, 1775.

Refreshments and a kid’s storytime are available in the meeting room. Afterwards, guests can explore the exhibit “The American Revolutionary War in the West” as well as the rest of the museum. Pre-registration is required.

AGE 18 and up LOCATION HM

FEE $5 per person TIME 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m. & 3 p.m.

DATE Saturday, March 29

AGE 14 and up LOCATION HM

FEE $10 TIME 12 p.m., 1 p.m. & 3 p.m.

DATE Sunday, April 6

HOMESCHOOL SKILLBUILDERS: 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, where we check oxygen levels, calculate stream discharge, survey for macroinvertebrates, and much more at Homeschool Skillbuilders: Stream Study. 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 8-14

MAKING HISTORY: FLOOR CLOTH DESIGN

FEE Free

LOCATION IC - Shelter 1

TIME 1-3 p.m.

DATE Tuesday, April 8

QR - Shelter 6

1-3 p.m.

Tuesday, April 29

After studying historic designs of floor cloths and their uses in the 18th century, participants can draw out designs and transfer them to canvas to make their own 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.

Pre-registration is required.

AGE 16 and up LOCATION DB

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

DATE Saturday, April 5 Park Activity Guide

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WILDFLOWER SMARTPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY

HOMESCHOOL SKILLBUILDER: HISTORIC CONSTRUCTION Timber! Trees are the basis of most buildings in St. Charles County in the 1800s. Visit The Historic Daniel Boone Home and look over the log construction and timber framing of several structures before trying your hand at putting a model timber frame together and carefully using some of the tools used in construction such as the shave horse and chisels. Participants should wear close-toed shoes and dress for weather and getting messy. Space is limited! Pre-registration is required.

AGE 11 and up LOCATION DB

If you enjoy taking pictures and want to master the art of taking the perfect images with your cellphone, join Park Rangers for Wildflower Smartphone Photography. Walk around Indian Camp Creek Park to find wildflowers and learn essential tips and techniques to take the perfect shot on your next park outing.

Leave with stunning photos and a deeper appreciation for the wildflowers around you. Pre-registration is required.

AGE LOCATION IC IC IC

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

Thursday, April 17 9:30-11 a.m.

Sunday, April 20 6:30-8 p.m.

Sunday, April 27

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

DATE Monday, April 14

VOLUNTEER in the Parks!

HOMESCHOOL SKILLBUILDER: FRONTIER GAMES Join in the fun with other homeschoolers while learning how to play frontier games! We organize a Townball game, play Battledore and Shuttlecock, Hoop and Stick, and Graces.

Pre-registration is required. Guardians and younger siblings are welcome to attend for free and play with a few provided items.

AGE 8-17

For more information, call 636-949-7535.

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LOCATION TW

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

DATE Monday, April 21

ARCHAEOLOGY PRINCIPLES AND METHODS CLASS Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be an archaeologist? Here’s your chance! Sign up for Archaeology Principles and Methods to learn what archaeology is, the scientific method, stratigraphy and much more. Participants spend time excavating premade sites. Be sure to wear something you can get dirty! Pre-registration is required.

AGE 12-17 LOCATION HM

FEE $10 per person TIME 1-3 p.m.

DATE Friday, April 25

HOMESCHOOL SKILLBUILDER: AQUATIC STUDIES Teach your kids the wonders of life teeming in water. Scoop, study and observe the aquatic life of Broemmelsiek Park.

Explore food webs, water quality and biodiversity with nets and magnifiers at our site. Be prepared to get messy! Preregistration is required. Parents are required to stay on site but may enjoy other aspects of the park with younger siblings.

AGE 8 and up LOCATION BR

FEE Free TIME 10-11:30 a.m. & 1-2:30 p.m.

DATE Tuesday, April 22

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ATHLETICS & COMPETITIVE INDOOR DISC GOLF PUTTING LEAGUE Keep your disc golf skills sharp this winter with the St. Charles County Parks Department and the St. Charles County Disc Golf Club’s Indoor Disc Golf Putting League. They meet every Tuesday night in January and February 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 Aces 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 allowed. Cost is $10 (cash only) per week per player; children ages 12 and under are free.

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.

AGE All ages

FEE Free

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

Saturday, Jan. 4 KN 8:30-10 a.m.

Saturday, Feb. 1 KN 8:30-10 a.m.

Saturday, March 1 KN 8:30-10 a.m.

Saturday, April 5 *Watch for our Summer Park Activity Guide for future dates.

LOCATION GUIDE CM KN EC QR 36

College Meadows Park Kinetic Park National Equestrian Center Quail Ridge Park

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AGE All ages

FEE $10 per person per week

LOCATION QR QR QR QR QR QR QR QR

TIME 5-8 p.m.

DATE Tuesday, Jan. 7

5-8 p.m.

5-8 p.m.

5-8 p.m.

5-8 p.m.

5-8 p.m.

5-8 p.m.

5-8 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 14 Tuesday, Jan. 21 Tuesday, Jan. 28 Tuesday, Feb. 4 Tuesday, Feb. 11 Tuesday, Feb. 18 Tuesday, Feb. 25

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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, Jan. 11 KN 8:30-10 a.m.

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

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

Saturday, April 12 *Watch for our Summer Park Activity Guide for future dates.

WINTER/SPRING OPEN RIDES Riders and their horses are invited to come inside The National Equestrian Center for Winter/Spring Open Ride sessions! Horse and rider pairs are welcome to sign up and enjoy premium riding space for a two-hour session in climate-controlled indoor arenas to train, practice and exercise. Registered participants receive a tack-up stall and all riders must clean up after their horses. Cost is $35 per pair.

Participants must show a current negative Coggins report prior to unloading horses. Pre-registration is required.

For more information or to reserve a time slot (9-11 a.m., 11 a.m.-1 p.m., and 1-3 p.m., 3-5 p.m., and 5-7 p.m.), call the NEC at 636-561-8080.

AGE All ages LOCATION EC EC EC EC EC EC

FEE Free TIME 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

9 a.m.-7 p.m.

9 a.m.-7 p.m.

9 a.m.-7 p.m.

9 a.m.-7 p.m.

9 a.m.-7 p.m.

DATE Wednesday, Jan. 15 Wednesday, Jan. 29 Wednesday, Feb. 12 Wednesday, Feb. 26 Wednesday, March 26 Wednesday, April 30 Park Activity Guide

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LADIES SKATE

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.

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 required.

AGE All ages - women only

FEE Free

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

Sunday, Jan. 26 KN 8:30-10 a.m.

Sunday, Feb. 23 KN 8:30-10 a.m.

Sunday, March 30 KN 8:30-10 a.m.

Sunday, April 27 *Watch for our Summer Park Activity Guide for future dates.

GEOQUEST Are you clever enough to find the hidden gems scattered across St. Charles County parks?

Find all the treasure using your smartphone or GPS, decipher the code, and claim your prize.

All winners are eligible for a final drawing at the end of 2025.

Email geoquest@sccmo.org with your name to get started.

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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. 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 12 p.m.

DATE Saturday, March 1

COLLEGE MEADOWS DISC GOLF DOUBLES Bring a partner and join us for our fourth 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 will be 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 will 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 18

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