Summer 2021 Park Activity Guide - May-August - St. Charles County
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Summer 2021
Park Activity Guide
May–August
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Ongoing Programs About St. Charles County Parks
Scooter, Skateboard and BMX Lessons 3 The St. Charles County Parks & Recreation
Ranger-Guided Hikes 3 Department offers unique parks, diverse facilities
Embark on the Park 3 and a broad range of programs and special events
Friday Night Public Stargazing 3 for all ages. The County operates 17 parks, including
Outreach Programs 3 a Youth Activity Park and The Historic Daniel Boone
Summer Camps Home. For more information about each park or
Camp Quail and Camp Broemmelsiek 4 to register for a program, visit stccparks.org or call
Youth Fishing Camps 4 our administrative office at 636-949-7535. Visit the
Camp YAP 4 Rainout Line app online or call 636-707-0011 to
History Explorer Kids Camp 5 learn about park closures. Follow us on Facebook at
Outdoor Adventure School 5 facebook.com/StCharlesCountyParks. Contact the
Daniel Boone Home Summer Camp 5
Ranger Duty Phone at 314-713-4394.
Special Events
Geoquest 2021 6 BI Bangert Island
Mother’s Day Tea 6 1704 South River Road, St. Charles
Home Brew Fest 7
Ladies in the Park 7 BR Broemmelsiek Park
1795 Highway DD, Defiance
Pokémon Park Patrol 7
Father’s Day Grill Out 8 CM College Meadows Park
National Go Skateboarding Day 8 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive, Cottleville
Trappers of Starved Rock Trade Show 8
FW Flatwoods Park
Embark on the Park 8 2420 Highway Y, O’Fallon
Nature and Outdoors
Wildflower Power 9 Heritage Museum
HM 1630 Heritage Landing, St. Peters
Wildflower Walks 9 636-255-6000
Seasonal Nature Walks 9
Moonrise at Sunset Hikes 9 HH
Hideaway Harbor Park
Bikepacking Overnight 10 1550 Hideaway Harbor Drive, Portage des Sioux
Row and Glow: Kayaking at Night 10 The Historic Daniel Boone Home
Kayaking Basics 10 DB 1868 Highway F, Defiance
Stand-Up Paddleboarding Lessons 10 636-798-2005
Fruits of the Forest Guided Hike 10
Indian Camp Creek Park
Education and Enrichment IC 2679 Dietrich Road, Foristell
Smartphone Photography Walk 11
Field Trips at The Boone Home 11 Klondike Park
KL 4600 Highway 94 S., Augusta
Herpetology Hikes 11
Cellphone Photography Bike Ride 12
True, Incredible Story Of Clara Brown 12 MH Matson Hill Park
3576 Stub Road, Defiance
A Visit with Daniel and Rebecca Boone 12
Homeschool Days 12 Missouri Bluffs Park
MB 18 Research Park Circle, St. Charles
Summer History Hunt 13
Read with a Ranger in the Park 13
NM The Park at New Melle Lakes
National Boone Day 13 400 Foristell Road, New Melle
Campfire Cookout 13
Athletics and Competitive Events QR
Quail Ridge Park
560 Interstate Drive, Wentzville
Senior Bike Rides 14
Senior Adventure Rides 14 Riverside Landing
RL 101 Riverport Lane, St. Charles
BMX, Scooter, and Skateboarding Lessons 14
Mountain Bike Night Rides 15
Towne Park
Mountain Biking Skills Clinics 15 - 17 TW 100 Towne Park Drive, Foristell
Light up the Lakes 18
Sunrise Wheels in Motion 18 Veterans Tribute Park
VT 1031 Kisker Road, Weldon Spring
School’s Out Party in the Park 18
Mountain Bike Pump Track Lessons 18 Youth Activity Park
Sunset Sizzler 19 YA 7801 Town Square Avenue, Dardenne Prairie
Wheel Fest 19 636-561-4964
2 2021 Klondike Krawler 19
Most programs require registration. Please visit stccparks.org or call the administrative office at 636-949-7535.
Ongoing Programs
SCOOTER, SKATEBOARD, AND BMX LESSONS FRIDAY NIGHT PUBLIC STARGAZING
Private and semi-private lessons are Discover the stars and constellations on
available at the Youth Activity Park clear Friday nights through the largest
throughout the year for children public-viewing telescope in Missouri and
ages 4-17. Cost: $80 for private and $60 for other complex scopes in the park! Join the
semi-private. Call the park at 636-561-4964 Astronomical Society of Eastern Missouri
for more information. Group Classes are (ASEM) at the Broemmelsiek Park
scheduled in May, July and September. Astronomy Viewing Area for free
educational programs for the entire family.
RANGER-GUIDED HIKES Programs begin 30 minutes past sunset
Our park rangers are ready to take your group and can last into the night. Advanced
on a hiking experience through any registration is requested for groups of 10 or
St. Charles County park you’ll not soon forget! more. Email outreach@asemonline.org or
Hear about park history, plant and animal life, visit asemonline.org for more information.
and learn fun nature facts that will impress
your friends! These group hikes are great for OUTREACH PROGRAMS
meeting merit badge requirements for scouts Schools, scouts, and homeschool and church
or just getting in the outdoors to explore groups with children ages 4 -12 can find
what the St. Charles County Parks system has unique educational experiences in
to offer. Hikes are available year-round on a St. Charles County parks! One of the most
first come, first serve basis, and are $1 per popular destinations is the 3-acre
person. Specific requests are considered for Certified Nature Explorer Classroom at
an additional nominal fee. Hikes are best if Towne Park. These exciting nature and
limited to groups of 24. Call our history-based programs in the park can
administrative office to make a reservation include a nature hike, park history, plant
today! and animal life exploration, fishing and
aquatic life, forest ecology, and more! You
EMBARK ON THE PARK pack your lunch and pick your favorite park
Calling all adults and youth ages 9 and older! and activities, and then we’ll do the rest!
Join Ranger Ashley Maue from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Cost is nominal per child, per hour. Unique
for a day of fun and brunch in Broemmelsiek school field trips also are available at
Park! You choose the date and we’ll bring the The Historic Daniel Boone Home in Defiance.
food and fun! Participants will experience a Children ages 9 and up have the opportunity
variety of exciting activities, including archery, to engage in educational demonstrations
stand-up paddleboarding, and hiking. This and interactive hands-on activities focusing
event is perfect for groups of friends, families, on frontiersmen and women survived on
Scout Troops, youth and adult groups, and the frontier in the 1800s. These two-hour
other organizations, and is available upon educational sessions in the park can include
request and Ranger availability. The cost is fire starting, animal signs, black powder,
$20 per person. Space is limited to 20 trade and bartering, historic construction,
guests with a minimum of five and must be carpentry, and a craft. Cost is $8 per child.
scheduled in advance. Call us to book your To schedule an outreach program
exclusive event in the park today! in any park, call our administrative office.
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Most programs require registration. Please visit stccparks.org or call the administrative office at 636-949-7535.
Summer Camps
CAMP QUAIL AND CAMP BROEMMELSIEK YOUTH FISHING CAMPS
Explore the outdoors during week-long Join park staff for several days of morning
nature camps at Quail Ridge and fishing fun in the parks! These single-day
Broemmelsiek parks! These half-day camps camps take place at a different habitat at
are designed for youth ages 7-11 and allow each park and are perfect for beginners as
day campers to discover and observe nature well as intermediate anglers ages 8–15.
using hands-on experimental activities in a Everyone gets extensive fishing guidance and
safe and friendly environment. Campers will tips and a camp T-shirt and at each event.
use sensory awareness as well as science to Space is limited at each half-day session. The
interact with their environment. Hiking, map cost of the program is $20, per camp;
reading, plant and animal identification, pre-registration is required.
water ecology, and fort building are just some IC 8 a.m. - 12 p.m., Wednesday, June 9
of the topics that will be covered during this
adventure! Participants should wear TW 8 a.m. - 12 p.m., Wednesday, June 23
closed-toed shoes every day and be prepared
to get wet and dirty. The camp is held QR 8 a.m. - 12 p.m., Wednesday, June 30
outdoors, rain or shine. The cost of each
weekly program is $50 per child; NM 7 - 11 a.m., Wednesdays, July 14, and Aug. 11
pre-registration is required. Register for
one or all three sessions! BR 7 - 11 a.m., Wednesday, July 28
QR 8 a.m. - 12 p.m., Monday - Friday, June 7 - 11
8 a.m. - 12 p.m., Monday - Friday, Aug. 2 - 6 CAMP YAP
This traditional, full-day camp for children
BR 8 a.m. - 12 p.m., Monday - Friday, June 21 - 25 ages 6–12 is at the Youth Activity Park —
home of the nation’s largest outdoor asphalt
pump track and the state’s largest outdoor
skate and bike course. Campers get exclusive
use of the park before it opens to the public,
and can participate in sports activities, arts
and crafts, indoor and outdoor games, enjoy
special guests, snacks, music, and an age-
appropriate movie at the Town Square Movie
Theatre next door. Campers need to bring
their own lunch each day; the program fee of
$120 includes a T-shirt, water bottle,
movie admission, and an ice cream sundae
party on Friday. Pre-registration is required.
YA 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday - Friday, June 7 - 11
8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday - Friday, June 21 - 25
8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday - Friday, July 12 - 16
8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday - Friday, July 26 - 30
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Bangert Island: Broemmelsiek Park: BR College Meadows Park: CM Flatwoods Park: FW
Heritage Museum: HM Hideaway Harbor Park: HH The Historic Daniel Boone Home: DB Indian Camp Creek Park: IC
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Most programs require registration. Please visit stccparks.org or call the administrative office at 636-949-7535.
Summer Camps
HISTORY EXPLORER KIDS CAMP OUTDOOR ADVENTURE SCHOOL
Discover history in fun and exciting ways at This new, week-long summer course for teens
the Heritage Museum in St. Peters! This ages 14–17 offers an outdoor experience like
week-long camp engages children ages 6-15 no other! Under the guidance of experienced
with local history experiences by using Park Rangers, students will discover paddling,
history-themed activities, challenges and hiking, climbing, and riding in a different park
crafts. This year’s “theme” is St. Charles County each day during this full-day program.
History: Traveling through time! Discover the They will receive classroom instruction for
past while exploring the prehistoric age of hands-on experiences in archery, ecology,
the American Indians to the Victorian Era and first-aid, and navigation, and then participate
through the 1960s Civil Rights Movement. in each activity. Daily activities are subject
Through various activities, campers will learn to change depending on the weather.
about music of the past, jobs, and the Wear close-toed shoes, and bring a backpack,
traditions of various cultures that built this water bottle, notebook, and change of clothes
community. Cost is $40 per child, which each day. Drop-off and pick-up location
covers all material costs, prepackaged snacks, change daily. The cost of the program is $120
and a camp T-shirt. Pre-registration is required. and pre-registration is required.
Call the museum at 636-255-6000 for more 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Monday - Friday, July 19 - 23
information.
HM 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Monday - Friday, July 12 - 16
DANIEL BOONE HOME SUMMER CAMP
Travel back in time to 1830s Missouri and
discover frontier life at this exciting
Cancellation Policy week-long camp! Campers ages 10-17 will try
their hand at pioneer woodworking, journal
Cancellations 15 calendar days or more prior making, work with fiber materials, experience
to the start of an activity, camp or program, a 19th century schoolhouse lesson on the
will result in a refund minus a 15 percent historic park grounds, and much more! The
processing fee. Refunds are not issued for cost of the program is $150 per child which
amounts less than $20. Cancellations 14 includes all materials and a camp T-shirt.
calendar days or less from the start of the Pre-registration is required. Lunch is not
activity, camp or program will result in no included, please bring a sack lunch.
refunds. This information is on your receipt. DB 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Monday - Friday, July 26 - 30
Klondike Park: KL Matson Hill Park: MH Missouri Bluffs Park: MB The Park at New Melle Lakes: NM Quail Ridge Park: QR
Riverside Landing: RL Towne Park: TW Veterans Tribute Park: VT Youth Activity Park: YA
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Most programs require registration. Please visit stccparks.org or call the administrative office at 636-949-7535.
Special Events
GEOQUEST 2021 MOTHER’S DAY TEA
The hunt is back and better than ever! Guests Celebrate Mother’s Day with a special Tea
of all ages have a chance to win a prize when Tasting under The Grand Pavilion at
they play this exciting game in the parks. The Historic Daniel Boone Home in Defiance!
Hidden within 14 St. Charles County Parks Treat mom, grandma, and other special
is a small, round, metal canister that contains women in your life to an assortment of
a secret code. The object of this fun outdoor historic and modern teas, prepackaged finger
game is to pinpoint each container with your sandwiches, and a selection of yummy
smartphone or global positioning system cookies, as well as their very own teacup with
(GPS) device. After you find them all, decipher saucer to take home, and a coupon for
the hidden message and then let us know! All a half-priced tour of the Boone Home.
registered finalists who figure out the code or Teapot raffles take place throughout the
secret message will be eligible for the grand event and living history demonstrations are
prize drawing at the end of the event. Want held in buildings throughout the village
to play? Send an email to grounds. Choose from a morning or an
geoquest@sccmo.org and details about the afternoon session; tickets are limited to 50
rules and how to play will follow. All ages are participants at each session. Cost of the event
welcome to play the game during regular is $8 per person; pre-registration is required.
park hours. Happy hunting! Children 4 and under must be registered to
7 a.m. - 30 minutes past sunset, daily; receive a meal ticket. Paid tours of the Boone
available through Nov. 30 Home also are available at the top of the
hour from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; admission is
$8 - adult, $6 - senior (60+), $5 - child
(age 5–12). Active/retired military and
children 4 and under are free. Social
distancing and other safety guidelines will be
followed; masks must be worn inside the gift
shop and the Boone Home.
DB 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Saturday, May 8
1 - 2:30 p.m., Saturday, May 8
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Bangert Island: Broemmelsiek Park: BR College Meadows Park: CM Flatwoods Park: FW
Heritage Museum: HM Hideaway Harbor Park: HH The Historic Daniel Boone Home: DB Indian Camp Creek Park: IC
6Most programs require registration. Please visit stccparks.org or call the administrative office at 636-949-7535.
Special Events
HOME BREW FEST LADIES IN THE PARK
Back by popular demand, beer lovers from Calling all ladies ages 9 and older! Join
across the region will gather in the heart of Ranger Ashley Maue for a day of fun and
Missouri’s scenic wine country at the 4th brunch in the park! Participants will
annual Daniel Boone Home Brew Fest at The experience a variety of exciting activities,
Historic Daniel Boone Home in Defiance. including archery, stand-up paddleboarding,
Guests 21 years and older will get the perfect and hiking. This girls-only event is perfect for
pour of more than 30 different Missouri beers mothers and daughters, sisters, friends,
brewed by homebrewers from across the individuals, Girl Scouts and other
state. During this socially-distanced event, organizations. The cost is $15 per person;
brewers will be spread throughout the scenic space is limited to 25 guests and
village grounds, and beer will be served from pre-registration is required.
pitchers into disposable cups to limit contact. BR 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Sunday, May 23
Hand sanitizer will be available. Along with
an afternoon of unlimited beer sampling, POKÉMON PARK PATROL
tickets include a souvenir tasting glass and Calling all Pokémon fans! Want to catch some
tour of the Boone Home. Participants will elusive Pokémon characters and maybe spot
cast their vote for the “People’s Choice” Best real-life creatures in St. Charles County Parks?
Homebrew. The brewers vote for “Brewer’s Pokémon Park Patrol is back for another
Choice” and the winner of the “Judge’s Choice” season of fun with Ranger Jake Dean leading
will get to brew and serve their winning the way through open fields, forested areas,
recipe at Good News Brewing in O’Fallon. The and along trails to find these rare Pokémon,
beer festival also features live entertainment Pokéstops and gyms hidden in the parks.
with The Silver Creek Bluegrass Band from Grab your fully charged smartphone and put
12 - 2 p.m., and Skylark Brothers Band from on some comfortable shoes – you’re about to
2 - 5 p.m. as well as tasty eats for purchase become the PokéMaster you’ve always longed
from the Savor the Southwest food truck. The to be! We’re hosting four interactive mobile
Home Brew Fest is limited to 500 attendees. experiences for guests of all ages to enjoy in
Tickets are $30 in advance or $35 at the door 2021. Before playing, each participant needs
and can be purchased online or by calling to download the Pokémon GO app on their
The Historic Daniel Boone Home at iOS or Android device. Pokémon Park Patrol is
636-798-2005. Designated driver tickets are a free program, but pre-registration is
free and include a ticket to tour the Boone required to participate.
Home. Brewers interested in serving their VT 7 - 8 p.m., Friday, May 28
beer at the event should contact the park.
DB 12 - 5 p.m., Saturday, May 15 BR 7 - 8 p.m., Friday, June 25
IC 10 - 11 a.m., Friday, July 9
QR 8 - 9 p.m., Friday, Aug. 20
Klondike Park: KL Matson Hill Park: MH Missouri Bluffs Park: MB The Park at New Melle Lakes: NM Quail Ridge Park: QR
Riverside Landing: RL Towne Park: TW Veterans Tribute Park: VT Youth Activity Park: YA
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Most programs require registration. Please visit stccparks.org or call the administrative office at 636-949-7535.
Special
Education and Events
Enrichment
FATHER’S DAY GRILL OUT TRAPPERS OF STARVED ROCK TRADE SHOW
To honor dad, the Parks Department is If you are interested in history and learning
hosting a special Father’s Day Grill Out under about historical memorabilia, you won’t want
The Grand Pavilion at The Historic Daniel to miss this new family-friendly trade show in
Boone Home in Defiance. Guests will enjoy the park! Guests of all ages will enjoy visiting
prepackaged pulled pork sandwiches, root with members of the Trappers of Starved
beer floats in souvenir glass mugs and Rock under The Grand Pavilion while
receive a coupon for a half-priced tour of the browsing through a wide variety of antiques
Boone Home. Various frontier activities and historical reproductions for sale. This
will take place throughout the village event is the perfect place to shop for that
grounds. Choose from a morning or an special gift or unique artifact for your home.
afternoon session; tickets are limited to 50 Trappers started as a club in 1974, and
participants at each session. Cost of the event actively works to promote the sport of
is $8 per person; pre-registration is required. muzzleloading, the way of life in the 1700’s
Children 4 and under must be registered to to 1840, and the interest in history of
receive a meal ticket. Paid tours of the Boone our great country. The sale of firearms is not
Home also are available at the top of the allowed at the show, per St. Charles County
hour between 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; admission is Park Ordinance. For more information, visit
$8/adult, $6/senior (60+), $5/child trappersofstarvedrock.com.
(age 5–12). Active/retired military and DB 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sunday, June 27
children 4 and under are free. Masks must
be worn inside the gift shop and the EMBARK ON THE PARK
Boone Home. Adults and children ages 9 and up are invited
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Saturday, June 19 to join Ranger Ashley Maue for a day of fun
DB 1 - 2:30 p.m., Saturday, June 19 and food and drink in the park! Participants
will experience a variety of exciting activities,
NATIONAL GO SKATEBOARDING DAY including archery, stand-up paddleboarding,
Get out your skateboard, roller blades, BMX and hiking. This event is perfect for
bike or scooter and celebrate national Go individuals, couples, families, friends and
Skateboarding Day at the Youth Activity Park, anyone interested in enjoying a unique
home of the nation’s largest asphalt pump experience in the park. The cost is $15 per
track and state’s largest outdoor skate and person; space is limited to 25 guests and
bike course! Guests of all ages are invited to pre-registration is required.
show off their best moves for a chance to win BR 3:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 28
a variety of prizes. The day includes tons of 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 9
outdoor fun, demonstrations, contests, 3:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 11
and giveaways. A helmet and parent-signed Please note: The Sept. 11 event is for adults
waiver are required to participate; admission ages 18 and up only.
is free! Got questions? Call 636-561-4964.
YA 12 - 5 p.m., Saturday, June 19
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Bangert Island: Broemmelsiek Park: BR College Meadows Park: CM Flatwoods Park: FW
Heritage Museum: HM Hideaway Harbor Park: HH The Historic Daniel Boone Home: DB Indian Camp Creek Park: IC
8Most programs require registration. Please visit stccparks.org or call the administrative office at 636-949-7535.
Nature and
Special Outdoors
Events
WILDFLOWER POWER SEASONAL NATURE WALKS
Create your own handmade seed paper to Learn what’s “growing on” the first Friday of
take home and plant in the garden this spring. the month, May through November at
With the help of Park Rangers, participants Veterans Tribute Park! This interpretive
ages 5 and up will learn how to make this program will be led by our park horticulture
eco-friendly craft with recycled paper and specialists. Each guided walk will last about
wildflower seeds. After you finish your craft, one hour and focus on a different aspect of
take a ranger-guided walk through the park’s nature each month. Participants will observe
beautiful wildflower garden to identify and discuss the cycles of budding plants,
native plants and gain knowledge about migrating birds, and other naturally occurring
pollinators. The program is held outside and seasonal events that take place at the
under Shelter #4, rain or shine. Cost is $2 per park from year to year. The program is free
person; space is limited. and open to all ages, and registration is
QR 4 - 5 p.m., Saturday, May 1 encouraged. If there is inclement weather, call
the Rainout Line at 636-707-0011 or check
WILDFLOWER WALKS the app on our website for program status.
Early spring is the best time to discover VT 10 - 11 a.m., Friday, May 7
colorful Missouri wildflowers blooming in 10 - 11 a.m., Friday, June 4
some of the most scenic woodland areas of 10 - 11 a.m., Friday, July 2
our parks. Join Ranger Steve Tiemann during 10 - 11 a.m., Friday, Aug. 6
the month of May for a two-hour guided 10 - 11 a.m., Friday, Sept. 3
hikes to identify rare and beautiful species. 10 - 11 a.m., Friday, Oct. 1
Participants should wear sturdy hiking shoes 10 - 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 5
and be prepared to enjoy the scenery. The
walks will take place rain or shine unless MOONRISE AT SUNSET HIKES
threatening weather is imminent. Explore the parks at sunset to experience the
Pre-registration is required. full or near-full moon rising during these
MH 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Sunday, May 2 (meet at the spectacular 60-minute Ranger-guided hikes.
parking lot at the main entrance to Matson Wear sturdy shoes! We’ll look for wildlife and
Hill Park, 3576 Stub Road) identify sounds as we walk about two miles on
10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Friday, May 7 (meet at paved trails at The Park at New Melle Lakes
parking lot at the trailhead entrance to and Veterans Tribute Park, and natural trails at
Matson Hill Park, 670 Matson Hill Road) Klondike Park and Broemmelsiek Park.
Programs are free; pre-registration is required.
NM 7 - 8 p.m., Tuesday, May 25
KL 7 - 8 p.m., Wednesday, June 23
VT 7:30 - 8:30 p.m., Thursday, July 22
BR 7:30 - 8:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 21
Klondike Park: KL Matson Hill Park: MH Missouri Bluffs Park: MB The Park at New Melle Lakes: NM Quail Ridge Park: QR
Riverside Landing: RL Towne Park: TW Veterans Tribute Park: VT Youth Activity Park: YA
9Most programs require registration. Please visit stccparks.org or call the administrative office at 636-949-7535.
Nature and Outdoors
Special Events
BIKEPACKING OVERNIGHT STAND-UP PADDLEBOARDING LESSONS
Load up your bike and join our Park Ranger Participants of all ages will get a great
for another 26-hour bikepacking adventure! workout while learning Stand-Up
This exciting Ranger-led ride begins at the Paddleboarding (SUP) in the park. No
Bike Stop Café in downtown St. Charles and experience necessary! During each class, a
takes you 30 miles along the historic Katy Trail knowledgeable instructor from our Park
to scenic Klondike Park in Defiance. After Ranger team will teach the basics of the sport.
arriving at the park, riders set up camp for Before heading out to explore the 25-acre
the night. In the morning, everyone rides lake, participants are fitted with the
back to St. Charles together. Riders must be appropriate safety gear and learn about
15 years of age and older to participate and paddleboard equipment. Techniques, such as
bring their own food and camping proper stance for balance and control, various
equipment. The program will be held rain or paddle strokes and other important paddling
shine. Cost is $10 per person; pre-registration skills also will be taught. The cost of the
is required. program is $10 per person. The class is
KL 10 a.m., Saturday, May 29 - Sunday, May 30 limited to 14 participants; pre-registration
required. All participants must know how to
ROW AND GLOW: KAYAKING AT NIGHT swim and those 12 years of age and under
This new event allows guests of all ages to must be accompanied by a parent or
paddle the 25-acre lake in the park at night! guardian.
Bring your own kayak or canoe for free, or NM 2:30 - 4 p.m. & 4:30 - 6 p.m., Saturday, June 19
rent one of our single or tandem kayaks for 2:30 - 4 p.m. & 4:30 - 6 p.m., Sunday, June 20
$10 each! Paddling begins at sunset and lasts 5 - 6:30 p.m. & 7 - 8:30 p.m., Saturday, June 26
1.5 hours. Space is limited; there are only 10 2:30 - 4 p.m. & 4:30 - 6 p.m., Friday, July 9
kayaks available to reserve. Pre-registration is 2:30 - 4 p.m. & 4:30 - 6 p.m., Sunday, July 11
required to participate. 2:30 - 4 p.m. & 4:30 - 6 p.m., Friday, July 16
NM 8:30 - 10 p.m., Wednesday, June 2 6 - 7:30 p.m., Saturday, July 24
10 - 11:30 a.m., Friday, Aug. 13
KAYAKING BASICS 2:30 - 4 p.m. & 4:30 - 6 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 14
Each 1.5 hour class focuses on the absolute 10 - 11:30 a.m., Sunday, Sept. 5
basics of paddling a kayak. Park Rangers start
the class with a discussion outlining basic FRUITS OF THE FOREST GUIDED HIKE
safety rules and paddling terminology. Join Park Ranger Abigail Chambers on a
On-water instruction includes basic strokes guided, two-mile hike through the park to
and maneuvers to teach new paddlers ages look for wild edibles and plants that are safe
10 and up how to control their boat. Children to eat. Participants of all ages should bring a
DB 9 and under can ride with a parent. Cost is water bottle, wear comfortable hiking shoes,
$10 per person; pre-registration required. and meet at the program sign in the park.
NM 6:30 - 8 p.m., Friday, June 11 The program is free; pre-registration is
6:30 - 8 p.m., Wednesday, June 30 required.
6 - 7:30 p.m., Friday, Aug. 6 BR 4 - 6 p.m., Friday, July 30
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Bangert Island: Broemmelsiek Park: BR College Meadows Park: CM Flatwoods Park: FW
Heritage Museum: HM Hideaway Harbor Park: HH The Historic Daniel Boone Home: DB Indian Camp Creek Park: IC
10Most programs require registration. Please visit stccparks.org or call the administrative office at 636-949-7535.
Education and Enrichment
SMARTPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY WALK FIELD TRIPS AT THE BOONE HOME
Join Park Ranger and photographer Steve Pack your lunch and visit this historic park
Tiemann on a casual walk to learn about for your next class or homeschool field trip!
natural and historic features in the park while Teachers looking for unique experiences for
learning basic and advanced techniques for students ages 9 and up are invited to two
taking great photos with your cellphone. different May experiences: “What We Need is
Bring your Android or iPhone to a Hand,” May 6 and 20; and “Survival on the
this free program; participants ages 15 and Frontier,” May 11 and 18. During these two-
up will cover principles such as composition, hour sessions, individuals and groups have
selective focus and exposure, and a few the opportunity to engage in educational
editing tips that will enhance your demonstrations and interactive hands-on
photography skills. The program is free. activities focusing on how frontiersmen and
Space is limited; pre-registration is required. women survived on the frontier in the 1800s.
BR 9 - 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 4 Let our skillful interpretive staff guide your
7 - 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 12 group through an outdoor experience they
7 - 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 19 won’t forget! Cost is $8 per person.
Pre-registration is required. Call
NM 7 - 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 8 636-798-2005 for more information.
BR 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Thursday, May 6 and 20
DB 7 - 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 16 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Tuesday, May 11 and 18
KL 7 - 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 14 HERPETOLOGY HIKES
County Parks are home to a variety of wildlife,
including some very interesting reptiles and
amphibians. When we learn to coexist, park
visits can be even more exciting! Join
Ranger Ashley Maue and Show Me Snakes
reptile enthusiast Tamara Meyer for a free
monthly walk to learn about and find these
diverse creatures that live in the park.
Participants should wear sturdy hiking shoes
During inclement weather, stay up to date on the and meet at the program sign posted in the
status of County parks, trails, activities and more park. All ages welcome. Pre-registration is
through the Rainout Line. Visit stccparks.org to required.
view or sign up for the app, or call 636-707-0011. BR 6 – 7 p.m., Wednesday, May 12
QR 8 - 9 a.m., Wednesday, June 16
VT 8 - 9 a.m., Wednesday, July 14
IC 8 - 9 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 25
Klondike Park: KL Matson Hill Park: MH Missouri Bluffs Park: MB The Park at New Melle Lakes: NM Quail Ridge Park: QR
Riverside Landing: RL Towne Park: TW Veterans Tribute Park: VT Youth Activity Park: YA
11Most programs require registration. Please visit stccparks.org or call the administrative office at 636-949-7535.
Education and Enrichment
CELLPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY BIKE RIDE A VISIT WITH DANIEL AND REBECCA BOONE
Enjoy an evening ride in the park while Experience an educational and inspirational
learning cellphone photography tips with walk back in time when you purchase a ticket
Ranger Steve Tiemman! At this new program, for a guided tour of The Historic Daniel Boone
guests ages 15 and up will ride about two Home. Meet famous Missourians Daniel and
miles on a mix of paved- and natural-surface Rebecca Boone, portrayed by Colonels
trails in the park while stopping along the Robert and Shirley Pecoraro, National
way to learn about photography and take Association for Interpretation Outstanding
pictures. Bring your Android or iPhone to Interpretive Volunteer Award winners.
this free program; participants will cover Admission to the Boone Home is $8 for
principles such as exposure, composition, adults, $6 for seniors ages 60 and up, and $5
focus and editing. Space is limited; for children ages 5–12. Active and retired
pre-registration is required. military and children 4 and under are free.
IC 7 - 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 18
KL A limited number of guests will be allowed
inside the home at one time.
KL 7 - 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 25 DB 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Saturday, May 22
9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Saturday, July 17
TRUE, INCREDIBLE STORY OF CLARA BROWN 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 21
Step back in time and watch this remarkable
narrative performed by parks interpreter and HOMESCHOOL DAYS
renowned storyteller Angela daSilva. This Homeschooled children of all ages can
incredible story about a slave’s journey acquire core school hours while learning
to reunite with her lost family will captivate about life on the frontier through historic
audiences of all ages. Freed by her master at interpretation and demonstrations, such as
age 54, Clara Brown embarked on a 30-year black powder, frontier cooking, and rope
journey in search of her husband and making. Guests should be prepared to follow
children who were sold to different slave CDC guidelines while rotating through
owners. Participants learn about her quest scheduled stations in groups of 15 or less.
west to St. Louis and then to the Rocky Students are welcome to bring their families
Mountains, where she fostered settlements to these events at The Historic Daniel Boone
and built schools and churches, but never Home in May and Towne Park in August. A
lost hope in finding her family. Guests are scavenger hunt and tour of the homes at
invited to visit with “Clara” after each each site will be available before and after the
performance, and explore the museum. scheduled programming. Bring a sack lunch
The program is free, but seating is limited and and check-in upon arrival. Due to limited
pre-registration is required. space, the cost of the program is $5 for ages
HM 1:15 and 3:15 p.m., Sunday, May 16 3 and up; pre-registration is required.
1:15 and 3:15 p.m., Sunday, June 13 DB 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Tuesday - Wednesday,
1:15 and 3:15 p.m., Sunday, July 18 May 25 - 26
1:15 and 3:15 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 8 TW 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Wednesday - Thursday,
Aug. 25 - 26
BI
Bangert Island: Broemmelsiek Park: BR College Meadows Park: CM Flatwoods Park: FW
Heritage Museum: HM Hideaway Harbor Park: HH The Historic Daniel Boone Home: DB Indian Camp Creek Park: IC
12Most programs require registration. Please visit stccparks.org or call the administrative office at 636-949-7535.
Education and Enrichment
SUMMER HISTORY HUNT NATIONAL BOONE DAY
Learning about the history that happened in Celebrate the life of one of Missouri’s greatest
our parks can be fascinating! This new frontiersmen, Daniel Boone! During this
program offers guests of all ages the popular event, guests will enjoy free
opportunity to discover new stories while frontier-related activities, half-price admission
uncovering major moments in the county’s on tours of The Historic Daniel Boone Home,
past. Using your smartphone or global and learn about one of America’s first frontier
positioning system (GPS) device, participants heroes. Black powder and fire-starting
search for hidden cache boxes in the parks to demonstrations, hands-on carpentry
uncover stories about the American Civil War activities, and candle dipping will be offered
in St Charles. When you find all six caches, throughout the day.
decipher the hidden message and win a DB 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday, June 7
water bottle! All registered finalists who
figure out the secret message will be eligible CAMPFIRE COOKOUT
for the grand prize drawing at the end of the Learn how to cook tasty meals over a roaring
event. Space is limited to 100 participants for campfire with the help of our Park Rangers.
this free hunt; pre-registration required by Participants of all ages will receive
May 24. Hunting takes place during park step-by-step instructions on how to make
hours only. their own dinner and dessert with ease.
7 a.m. - 30 minutes past sunset, daily; Everyone goes home with a short recipe book
June 1 - Aug. 1 of campfire favorites. Cost of this new
program is $5 and includes food supplies
READ WITH A RANGER IN THE PARK needed to make dinner and dessert.
Children ages 8 and under and their families Space is limited; pre-registation is required.
are invited to take a stroll through the park KL 4 - 5 p.m., Saturday, June 5
with a Ranger to read a short story and
explore nature. These free, 30-minute
programs are offered on select Tuesdays
during the summer. Space is limited;
pre-registration is required.
TW 5 - 5 :30 p.m., Tuesday, June 1
NM 2 - 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 15
KL 5 - 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 29
QR 2 - 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 13
VT 5 - 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 27
BR 2 - 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 10
Klondike Park: KL Matson Hill Park: MH Missouri Bluffs Park: MB The Park at New Melle Lakes: NM Quail Ridge Park: QR
Riverside Landing: RL Towne Park: TW Veterans Tribute Park: VT Youth Activity Park: YA
13Most programs require registration. Please visit stccparks.org or call the administrative office at 636-949-7535.
Athletics and Competitive
SENIOR BIKE RIDES BMX, SCOOTER, AND SKATEBOARDING LESSONS
If you haven’t had the opportunity to Are you 4-18 years of age, new to the BMX,
experience these fun rides, put it on your scooter, or skateboard scene, or do you want
bucket list! Ranger Steve Tiemann will take to take these extreme sports skills to the
riders 55 years and older on a two-hour next level? Classes meet at 5 and 6 p.m.
scenic bike tour in the park and surrounding for 45 minutes on three consecutive days in
area. After taking a spin around the beautiful May, July and September and are taught by
lake surrounded by white silica sand, riders a skilled instructor. Any session canceled due
will visit other scenic areas in the park. Then to inclement weather will be rescheduled
the group will ride along the historic Katy Trail at the end of the session. A helmet and
and stop for lunch at a local cafe. The rides are parent-signed waiver are required. The cost
free, but participants pay for their own meal. is $35 per session; space is limited. Private and
A helmet, bike, and pre-registration are semi-private classes also are available. For
required. For more information, email Ranger more information, call the park at
Tiemann at stiemann@sccmo.org. 636-561-4964. Pre-registration is required to
KL 9 - 11 a.m., Thursday, May 6 reserve your spot!
9 - 11 a.m., Wednesday, June 2 YA BMX 101: 5 - 5:45 p.m.,
9 - 11 a.m., Tuesday, Aug. 31 BMX 102: 6 - 6:45 p.m.,
Tuesdays, May 4 - 18; July 6 - 20; and
SENIOR ADVENTURE RIDES Sept. 7 - 21
These new rides are perfect for seniors ages
55 and older seeking a longer and more YA Scooter 101: 5 - 5:45 p.m.,
challenging biking experience. Led by Ranger Scooter 102: 6 - 6:45 p.m.,
Steve Tiemann, these free rides travel 15 - 25 Wednesdays, May 5 - 19; July 7 - 21; and
miles along some of the most popular biking Sept. 8 - 22
trails in St. Charles County. The June ride
begins at Klondike Park in Augusta and travels YA Skateboarding 101: 5 - 5:45 p.m.,
25 miles to Washington, Mo., and back. The Skateboarding 102: 6 - 6:45 p.m.,
July ride begins at the Lewis and Clark Boat Thursdays, May 6 - 20; July 8 - 22; and
House in St. Charles and travels 20 miles along Sept. 9 - 23
the Katy Trail to Black Walnut and back. The
final ride in August begins at the Duckett
Creek access of the Busch Greenway at
Missouri Bluffs Park and travels 15 miles along
the hilly Hamburg Trail and a stretch of the
Katy Trail and back. A helmet, bike, and
re-registration are required. Stay Up To Date on St. Charles County Parks
KL 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Thursday, June 3
View and subscribe to our Active by Nature eNews
by visiting Notify Me at sccmo.org!
9 - 11:30 a.m., Thursday, July 1
MB 9 - 11 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 5
BI
Bangert Island: Broemmelsiek Park: BR College Meadows Park: CM Flatwoods Park: FW
Heritage Museum: HM Hideaway Harbor Park: HH The Historic Daniel Boone Home: DB Indian Camp Creek Park: IC
14Most programs require registration. Please visit stccparks.org or call the administrative office at 636-949-7535.
Athletics and Competitive
MOUNTAIN BIKE NIGHT RIDES MOUNTAIN BIKING SKILLS CLINICS
Grab your bike, a light, and hit the trails at We’re teaming up with Wheels Up to offer
night! Join St. Louis Area Mountain Bikers children and adults a variety of mountain
(SLAMB) and Gateway Off-Road Cyclists biking skills clinics ranging from beginner to
(GORC) for a new season of night rides in our expert. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to
parks. These challenging rides are free and are take your mountain biking skills to the next
open to experienced cyclists. All riders must level with these professional instructors.
wear a helmet and have a 600 lumen light to
participate. Check the Rainout Line at LITTLE WHEELER EVENTS
636-707-0011 for program status before If you are a new rider using a strider, training
heading to the park on the day of the event. wheels or pedaling on a bike with 20-inch
MH 8 - 11 p.m., Friday, May 14, and Aug. 6 wheels or smaller, this new program is
for you! These fun events are designed to put
IC 8 - 11 p.m., Friday, May 28, July 9, and Aug. 20 the little riders on the big stage in the skills
area and on the race course. Each participant
BR 8 - 11 p.m., Friday, June 11, and July 23 receives a race finisher ribbon and an official
Wheels Up race number plate even if they
KL 8 - 11 p.m., Friday, June 25 don’t decide to join in the fun racing events.
Race registration is from 9:30 - 10 a.m., and
BR 7:30 - 10:30 p.m., Friday, Sept. 3 the skills area will remain open for those who
choose not to race. Races end at 11 a.m. and
KL 7:30 - 10:30 p.m., Friday, Sept. 17 the skills area closes at 11:15 a.m. All
participants and spectators are expected to
IC 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 8, and Nov. 19 wear masks during these community events,
and parents are encouraged to be a part of
BR 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 22 the experience and stay for the entire session.
The cost to participate is $20 per session with
MH 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 5 10 percent of the proceeds being donated to
the Wheels Up Rider Fund to benefit Missouri
QR 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., Fridays, Dec. 3 and 17 Interscholastic Cycling League and the Wheels
Up Rider Fund.
BR 9:30 - 11 a.m., Sunday, May 23
VT 9:30 - 11 a.m., Sunday, June 6, and Aug. 15
IC 9:30 - 11 a.m., Sunday, July 11
Klondike Park: KL Matson Hill Park: MH Missouri Bluffs Park: MB The Park at New Melle Lakes: NM Quail Ridge Park: QR
Riverside Landing: RL Towne Park: TW Veterans Tribute Park: VT Youth Activity Park: YA
15Most programs require registration. Please visit stccparks.org or call the administrative office at 636-949-7535.
Athletics and Competitive
CLINICS, continued YOUTH LEVEL 2 SKILLS CLINICS
Children 8 - 16 years of age who completed
YOUTH LEVEL 1 SKILLS CLINICS the Youth Level 1 Skills Clinic are invited to
Children 8 years and up are invited to participate in this engaging class that covers
participate in this engaging class that intermediate level foundational skills every
covers the key foundational skills every young mountain biker needs to know. Through
young mountain biker must learn. Through games, drills, skills progressions, and
fun games, drills, skills progressions, and trail riding, participants will advance to the
trail riding, children will gain a new level of next level of the sport! This kid-friendly class,
confidence on their bike. Each skill is taught taught by certified Wheels Up instructors,
focuses on skills development and safety,
through a step-by-step process with one
while riders learn drops, bike lifts,
building off the other. This allows participants
switchbacks and the foundations to
to progress at their own pace with the
jumping. Cost of the program is $55;
encouragement of Wheels Up instructors. pre-registration is required.
Cost of the program is $45; pre-registration is BR 12 - 2:30 p.m., Sunday, May 23
required. Class limited to 20 participants.
YA 5:30 - 8 p.m., Friday, May 21
YA 5:30 - 8 p.m., Friday, June 18
IC 12 - 2:30 p.m., Sunday, July 11 VT 12 - 2:30 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 15
ADULT LEVEL 1 SKILLS CLINIC ADULT LEVEL 2 SKILLS CLINIC
Adults ages 18 and up who are new to This class, for adults 18 years and up, gives riders
mountain biking, as well as those who need a the skills they need to ride any terrain, anywhere
refresher of the fundamentals, are invited to and in any condition. Building upon the principle
join Wheels Up experts for this unique skills learned in the Adult Level 1 Skills Clinic, and
experience. This clinic is part of the taught by certified Wheels Up instructors,
professional Bike Instructor Certification participants learn how to improve technical
Program (BICP), and offers adult riders of all riding skills, acquire better bike control, descend
abilities the knowledge to put a new spin on faster and feel more confident. After
the sport! Cost of the program is $60; experiencing this clinic, riders will be ready to
pre-registration is required. Class limited to tackle rougher terrain, corners, berms and
12 participants. flowing single-track with greater speed and
IC 3 - 5:30 p.m., Sunday, July 11 control. Participants also work on drops, bike lifts,
switchbacks and the foundations of jumping.
Cost of the program is $75; pre-registration is
required.
BR 3 - 5:30 p.m., Sunday, May 23
BI
Bangert Island: Broemmelsiek Park: BR College Meadows Park: CM Flatwoods Park: FW
Heritage Museum: HM Hideaway Harbor Park: HH The Historic Daniel Boone Home: DB Indian Camp Creek Park: IC
16Most programs require registration. Please visit stccparks.org or call the administrative office at 636-949-7535.
Athletics and Competitive
CLINICS, continued ADULT CORNERING SKILLS CLINIC
This clinic is for adult riders 18 years and up
JUMP SKILLS CLINICS who are interested in improving their
Adults and youth learn how to safely and cornering skills while riding the trails. Taught
successfully jump and land a mountain bike at by certified Wheels Up instructors, this
this exciting skill class. Certified Wheels Up program is part of the Bike Instructor
instructors teach a series of progressions to Certification Program (BICP) and provides
help participants learn the components the techniques needed to successfully ride
needed to become a successful jumper. This along berms with twists and turns,
Bike Instructor Certification Program (BICP) switchbacks and off-camber corners on the
teaches basic wheel lifts, manuals and bunny trails. Instructors will provide the tools needed
hops, to proper weighting and un-weighting, to ride challenging trails with ease and
over a jump. Participants also review the confidence. Riders must complete Adult Level
anatomy of a jump, discuss varied landings, 1 and 2 Skills Clinics prior to taking this class.
and practice using compression for height Cost of the program is $75; pre-registration is
and distance. After mastering these skills, required.
riders will begin practicing jumps in a VT 3 - 5:30 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 15
controlled environment. Cost of the program
is $75 for youth and $90 for adults; AIRBAG OPEN JUMP TIMES
pre-registration is required. Catch some air while advancing your jumping
VT 12 - 2:30 p.m., Sunday, June 6 (youth only) skills at this unique jump clinic. Working your
way up from small to big jumps will be easy as
VT 3 - 5:30 p.m., Sunday, June 6 (adult only) participants get to use a variety of ramps
ranging from 10 to 50 inches in size, and an
YA 5:30 - 8 p.m., Friday, July 16 (youth only) airbag to soften their landing. Trying new
tricks is encouraged! All riders must complete
YOUTH LEVEL 3 SKILLS CLINIC the beginner ramp and be approved by the
Children 8 - 16 years of age who completed certified Wheels Up instructor before
the Youth Jump Skills Clinic are invited advancing to the next ramp level and jump.
to learn how to safely and successfully jump and Dirt jump bikes, BMX, and mountain bikes are
land a mountain bike at this exciting skills class. recommended. Kickstands and pegs are not
Certified Wheels Up instructors teach a series of allowed, and bikes must have handlebar ends.
progressions to help riders learn the Participants must wear helmets and clothes
components needed to negotiate challenging that cover knees and elbows. Cost of the
trail obstacles with drops, jumps, and handle clinic is $20; pre-registration is required.
technical terrain safely and with confidence. BR 6 - 8 p.m., Sunday, May 23
Although not required, we highly recommend
participants wear body armor and complete the VT 6 - 8 p.m., Sunday, June 6, and Aug. 15
Youth Level 1 and 2 prior to taking this class.
Cost of the program is $90; pre-registration is
IC 6 - 8 p.m., Sunday, July 11
required.
YA 5:30 - 8 p.m., Friday, Aug. 20
Klondike Park: KL Matson Hill Park: MH Missouri Bluffs Park: MB The Park at New Melle Lakes: NM Quail Ridge Park: QR
Riverside Landing: RL Towne Park: TW Veterans Tribute Park: VT Youth Activity Park: YA
17Most programs require registration. Please visit stccparks.org or call the administrative office at 636-949-7535.
Athletics and Competitive
LIGHT UP THE LAKES SCHOOL’S OUT PARTY IN THE PARK
Compete for cash prizes in pro and amateur When school’s out, summertime fun begins in
divisions at the third annual Light Up the the parks! Bring your family and friends to
Lakes disc golf glow tournament at The Park Shelter #3 for an evening of water activities
at New Melle Lakes, St. Charles County Parks’ and games. Participants of all ages will play
premier course. This 18-hole doubles Washers, Cornhole, Kubb, Ladder Toss,
tournament offers a mix of short and long giant Jenga and giant Connect 4; and
holes in and out of the woods and through then jump onto the cool Slip and Slide and try
open fairways. Baskets will be lined with to avoid the foam cannons! Everyone will cool
glow sticks to mark the course; a limited down with an icy sweet treat. The program is
number of LED lights will be available for free; pre-registration is required.
purchase at the event. Registration will be VT 4 - 8 p.m., Sunday, June 6
from 7:30-8:30 p.m., players will meet at
8:30 p.m., and start time will be 8:45 p.m. MOUNTAIN BIKE PUMP TRACK LESSONS
Cash payouts and “closest to the pin” prizes One of the nation’s top biking instructors will
will also be awarded. Cost of the tournament teach biking enthusiasts ages 16 and up how
is $10 per person. Registration will be held on to master riding at the nation’s largest asphalt
the day of the event only; pre-registration pump track at the Youth Activity Park.
is not available. Event limited to the first 38 Jay Thomas, expert instructor and Level 3
teams. Both players must be present to Certified Skills Instructor in the Bike
register. Instructor Certification Program (BICP), will
NM 8:45 p.m., Saturday, May 29 lead the classes. There are only 12 instructors
of this caliber in the country. During this
SUNRISE WHEELS IN MOTION two-hour session, riders will learn how
The nation’s largest asphalt pump track, to accelerate without pedaling and how to
located at the Youth Activity Park, and the take corners faster. Other skills that will
state’s largest outdoor skate and bike course be taught include bike and body separation,
opens early on Tuesdays and Thursdays in basic wheel lifts, pumping, and basic jumping.
June before the park opens to the public! Participants will learn the essential skills
Participants must have a helmet and a needed to ride the asphalt pump track with
parent-signed waiver to ride. Cost of this new confidence and then be able to practice the
program is $40 per session; pre-registration skills on the track. Riders must have a good
is required. working mountain bike or a dirt jumper; BMX
YA 6 - 8 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays, bikes are not allowed. Helmets and knee pads
June 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, and 29 are required, and elbow pads are strongly
recommended. The cost is $60; space is limited
to eight riders. Pre-registration is required at
rootsmountainbiking.com.
YA 8 - 10 a.m., Saturday, June 12
BI
Bangert Island: Broemmelsiek Park: BR College Meadows Park: CM Flatwoods Park: FW
Heritage Museum: HM Hideaway Harbor Park: HH The Historic Daniel Boone Home: DB Indian Camp Creek Park: IC
18Most programs require registration. Please visit stccparks.org or call the administrative office at 636-949-7535.
Athletics and Competitive
SUNSET SIZZLER WHEEL FEST
Join outdoor enthusiasts throughout the The Parks Department is teaming up with
region for this UFD Series Event featuring Dialed Scooters & BMX for a summer jam
competitive mountain bike racing. This timed session in the park! The day of fun will include
race starts just before sunset and continues a variety of scooter and bike skills
into the night! Riders must wear a helmet demonstrations and product giveaways. Jam
and have a light 600 lumen or greater to session will take place on the nation’s largest
participate. Categories include Men’s and asphalt pump track at the Youth Activity Park,
Women’s Cat. 1, 2, 3, and Marathon. Awards and on the state’s largest outdoor skate and
will be given to top finishers in each bike course. Judges will award prizes to
category. Overnight camping for the whole participants with the best line, best trick,
family is available and included with the entry biggest send, and more! This free event
fee. This ride is for all ages. Pre-registration is encourages beginner, intermediate, and
required. Cost of the race is $20 per person, if advanced scooter and bike riders from
registered before June 18; $25 if registered around the region to showcase their skills;
after that date. spectators also are welcome to watch. A bike
IC 8:30 - 11 p.m., Saturday, June 26 and scooter raffle will take place at the event;
guests must be present to win!
Pre-registration is required by July 10. Call
Dialed Scooters & BMX at 636-265-2532 to
reserve a spot.
YA 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Saturday, July 24
2021 KLONDIKE KRAWLER
Crawl your way to the first-ever judged
RC crawling event in the park! A challenging,
multi-stage course awaits your electric-only
1/10, 1/18, or 1/24 scale RC crawlers. Operators
must be able to traverse rough terrain to
access the RC course. The cost to participate
in the judged competition with prizes is $5;
everyone is invited to use the course for free.
Pre-registration is required to compete or
use the course.
KL 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 29
Klondike Park: KL Matson Hill Park: MH Missouri Bluffs Park: MB The Park at New Melle Lakes: NM Quail Ridge Park: QR
Riverside Landing: RL Towne Park: TW Veterans Tribute Park: VT Youth Activity Park: YA
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