2013 Fall/Winter Activity Guide

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Activity Guide

Fall/Winte2013

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AMessagefromtheCountyExecut

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ActivityGuide,ourParksdepartme

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hroughoutthisfallandwinter.Our

largesteventoftheyear,Winter

WonderlandinTillesPark,begins

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experiencethisdisplayofone

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forgotten. HonorableCharlieA.Dooley

CountyExecutive

Parks Advisory Board

Diane Christy

John Lorenz

Gary Otten

Don Zykan

Angie Hilzinger

Bob Nelson

Denise Pott

Gerry Sander

Ernestine Shivers-Jones, Chair

County Council

Hazel Erby District 1

Kathleen Burkett, Chair District 2

Colleen Wasinger District 3

Michael OMara District 4

Pat Dolan District 5

Steve Stenger District 6

Gregory F. Quinn District 7

Accessibility

For accommodations you may need to make a

program accessible, or to receive this Activity

Guide in an alternate format, call (314) 615-

4386 or (800) 735-2966 TTY (Relay Missouri).

Advance notice of 48 hours (two business

days) is needed for sign language interpreters.

Requests for Braille requires more time.

Our MissionTo provide high quality parks, facilities,

and recreation services that enhance

residents lives through responsible and

effective management of resources.

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Park Watch is a program to bring park visitors,

park neighbors and St. Louis County Parks

staff together to ensure safety and the highestquality of facilities and services.

If you see suspicious activities, vandalism

or problems within a St. Louis County park,

please call the Park Watch Hotline at

(314) 615-ISEE (4733) or (800) 735-2966 TTY

(Relay Missouri). You may remain anonymous.

To contact a Park Ranger call (314) 615-8911. To report a crime

in progress or a medical emergency, call 911.

Please report only! Do not take action to intervene or attempt to

correct a problem. This is the responsibility of St. Louis County

Parks Rangers and the St. Louis County Police Department.


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Contents

Special Events 3

Health, Wellness & Fitness 9

Dance 11

Sports 13

Ice Skating 17

Kids Korner 19

Scout Programs 22

Music/Fairs/Festivals/Shows 23

General Interest 25

At a Glance Calendar 29

Park Locations 31

Educational Programs 33

The Great Outdoors 35

Affton Community Center 41

Greensfelder Rec Plex 42

Kennedy Rec Plex 43

North County Rec Plex 44

St. Vincent Community Center 45

Museum of Transportation 46

Bissell House 47

Fort Belle Fontaine 48

St. Louis Carousel 49

Jefferson Barracks 50

Historic Village @ Faust 51

Gardening Programs 52

Volunteer Programs 53

Wedding Sites / Rentals 54

Whats Inside...

Automobile SeriesPage 5

Winter WonderlandPage 6

Camp Creation StationPage 21

Athletic FieldsPage 16

Learn to Skate

Page 18

Childrens Garden ClubPage 21

HayridesPages 26-27

Go Ape CouponPage 28

Field TripsPage 34

Gone FishinPages 39-40

Location GuideACC Affton Community Center

GRC Greensfelder Rec Plex

KRC Kennedy Rec Plex

MOT Museum of Transportation

NCR North County Rec Plex

STV St. Vincent Community Cente

Photography Policy

St. Louis County Parks occasionallytakes photographs of participantsin park programs, classes or eventsfor marketing purposes. Please feelfree to let our staff know if you do notwant your photo or your childs phototaken and/or used for the purposeof marketing. Community membersare also welcome to submit their ownphotos via our Facebook page or viaemail to [email protected].

Additional Copies

Additional hard copies of thisActivity Guide are available inour Clayton ofce or at any of ourRecreation Complexes. For thelocation nearest you, visitwww.stlouisco.com/parks.

An electronic, searchable versionof our Activity Guide can also befound on our website!

Job Opportunities

Interested in working for St. LouisCounty Parks? Call the opportunityhotline at (314) 615-JOBS (5627) ovisit our website atstlouisco.com/personnel/jobsearch

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Fun for kids of all ages!

FEAST in the ParkFollow the caravan of various mobile menus and join familyand friends for dinner in beautiful Faust, Tilles, Creve Coeurand Laumeier Parks. Food trucks are taking the County bystorm and each operator offers a small signature menu thatis uniquely different. Event includes free live music. For moreinformation visit stlouisco/parks or call (314) 615-4386.No coolers allowed.

Age Fee Time

All ages Free admission 5 - 8 p.m.*

*Bands end at 7:00 p.m.

Date Location Band

8/28 Creve Coeur Bob Kuban Band

9/6 Laumeier Bedlam Brothers

9/12 Faust Cosmic Cowboy

9/17 Tilles Scott Laytham & KarlHolmes Duo

9/25 Creve Coeur AJSR & Mothers Children

Holiday BazaarBegin your holiday shopping at this great new event atGreensfelder Recreation Complex! Find the perfect gift foreveryone on your list. Children will be able to shop for MomDad, Grandma and Grandpa. A fun time for everyone. Call(314) 615-8472 or [email protected] for registration

Age Fee Location

All ages Free* GRC

$50 for a 6-foot by 8-foot vendor space

Day Date Time

Saturday 12/7 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Special Events

Did You Know?

St. Louis County Parks has 70 parks and cultural sites5 recreational complexes and more than 140 miles oftrails! All of this is available for you and your family toexplore, learn and play.

Visit www.stlouisco.com/parks for more information


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For Single Adults

Paint PartyHelp your parks stay clean and beautiful! Join other adultsingles to help stain the shelters at Bee Tree Park. Meetingplace is Jack Lower Shelter. Advance registration required;

limited to 12 volunteers. Light refreshments and supplies areprovided. Register by email at [email protected] or call(314) 615-8822.

Age Fee Location

21+ Free Bee Tree Park

Day Date Time

Thursday 9/19 6 - 8 p.m.

Singles HayrideA fun lled hayride for singles only! Enjoy music,marshmallow roast and hot chocolate before your ride.

Mingle with some new friends on the hayride, which begins at8 p.m. To register call (314) 615-8482 or 314-615-8820.

Age Fee Location

21+ $10.00/person Creve Coeur

Day Date Time

Saturday 10/26 8 - 9 p.m.

Health Tip

Buy Fresh vs. Bagged

Bagged veggies tend tobe washed using chlorinewhich causes an array ofenvironmental problems -choose fresh veggies from yourlocal Farmers Market!

Winter Wonderland WalkMeet other singles and walk among a million twinkling holiday

lights. Enjoy the canopy of lights glistening throughout 75acres of woodland in Tilles Park. Food Trucks will be availablefor food and beverage purchases. Register online atwww.stlouisco.com/parks. For more informationcall (314) 615-8482.

Age Fee Location

18+ $5.00/person Tilles Park

Day Date Time

Friday 11/22 9 - 10 p.m.

Ice SkatingJoin other singles for an evening of ice skating. For those thdo not know how to ice skate, we will have a skate pro give group lesson. Fee includes admission, skate rental and one

group lesson. Call (314) 615-8482 for more information andto register.

Age Fee Location

21+ $10.00/person GRC

Day Date Time


Co-Ed Volleyball NightCome out and enjoy a fun-lled evening of co-ed volleyball,refreshments and music with other single adults. There will

door prizes, hourly giveaways and music from the 70s, 80sand 90s. Join us for an evening of hitting and spiking fun!Call (314) 615-8839 for more information.

Age Fee Location

25+ $10.00/person NCRC

Day Date Time


Did You Know?

Social connections not only give us pleasure, but thealso inuence our health? People who have strongrelationships with family and friends have been showto be happier, have fewer health problems, and livelonger.

Social connections help relieve harmful levels ofstress, which can harm the hearts arteries, gutfunction, insulin regulation, and the immune system.


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Special Events

Brought to you by the Museum of Transportation (MOT).Regular museum admission applies to all events. Call(314) 615-8668 for more information on all Museum ofTransportation programs and events or visit our website atwww.museumstlouis.org.

2013 AutomobileSeries

All-Chevy ShowThe Fabulous Fifties Chevrolet Club hosts an all-Chevroletgathering honoring the great American Chevy.

Age Fee Location

All ages Free MOT

Day Date Time

Sunday 9/8 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Oldsmobile Fun ShowThe Archway Oldsmobile Club hosts a display for Oldsmobilesof any condition. Celebrate the late, great Oldsmobile at this

judged and display event.

Age Fee Location

All ages Free MOT

Day Date Time

Sunday 9/29 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Brass & Nickel Car ShowThe Horseless Carriage Club of Missouri brings togetherantique cars from the brass and nickel era of automobiles.See vehicles from 1929 and earlier!

Age Fee Location

All ages Free MOT

Day Date Time

Sunday 10/6 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Fall Cruise to Washington, MOJoin vehicles of all vintages to tour to this historic river town,enjoy a great lunch, and park in reserved parking at theFarmers Market.

Age Fee Location

All ages $15/participant MOT

Day Date Time

Sunday 10/20 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Wheels & WineJoin us for a special evening of wine and food tasting, livemusic, and classic car displays. Featuring local wineries,restaurants, and wine shops, this event benets theMuseums historic artifacts. Purchase tickets online atwww.museumoftransport.org.

Age Fee Location

21+ $25/person MOT

Day Date Time


Intro to HomebrewingHave you ever wanted to brew your own beer? Sign-up for

this introductory class! You will take part in a step-by-stephomebrewing demonstration taught by the knowledgeablefolks from St. Louis Wine & Beer making. At the end wewill bottle our beer and you will take some of the brewhome with you. All ingredients will be supplied, just bringsix clean and sanitized pry top beer bottles if possible.

Advanced registration is required by calling (314) 615-4386

Age Fee Location

21+ $5/person Queeny Park

Day Date Time

Saturday 8/31 9 a.m. - noon

Adults Only!

Hey Kids!Drive-thru

www.kidscardclub.org to learn how

you can join the fast lane to fun at allthe car shows!

Proposal PackageLooking for a unique way to popthe question this holiday season?Find out more about our WinterWonderland Propsal Package bycontacting Maggie at [email protected] or(314) 615-8371.

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Gadgetry for Seniors: Learn to beTech SavvyKeep up with the kids! Bring your i-pad or other device toQueeny Park for hands on training with our computer expert.

Youll learn all you need to know about e-mail, passwords,networks, Internet connectivity and settings. Learn how tond, download and understand the apps you cant livewithout. Advance registration is required by calling(314) 615-8472.

Age Fee Location

50+ $8/person GRC

Day Date Time

Saturday 11/9 9 - 11 a.m.

Wednesday 1/8 3 - 5 p.m.

Adults Only!

Valentines Candlelight ToursVisitors will enjoy a tour of this grand old 19th centurymansion lit by candlelight and decorated for the holiday. Beginthe evening with a rose, glass of wine and cheese and thenenjoy a tour of the home of General Daniel Bissell, militarycommander of Fort Belle Fontaine, presented by costumedinterpreters. Advanced registration is required. Sponsored bythe Friends of Fort Belle Fontaine Park. Call (314) 544-5714or email [email protected] to register.

Age Fee Location

18+ $8/person Bissell House

Day Date Time

Friday 2/14 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.

Adult Easter Egg HuntSearch 250 acres of Jefferson Barracks Park at night forthousands of numbered eggs redeemable for lots of prizes.This popular special event is proudly sponsored by St. LouisCounty Parks, Friends of Jefferson Barracks and Y98 Radio.Held rain or shine, so dress for the weather. Bring a basket foryour eggs, a ashlight and your friends. Food Trucks on sitefor food and beverages purchases. Please do not arrive prior

to 7 p.m. Registration opens January 8, 2014 by calling(314) 615-5572.

Age Fee Location

18+ $8/person Jefferson Barracks Park

Day Date Time

Friday 4/11 8 - 10 p.m.


Winter Wonderland@ Tilles Park

Slowly meander among a million twinkling holiday lights

fashioned into over 100 displays of holiday charactersand festive scenes. Enjoy the canopy of lights glisteningthroughout 75 acres of woodland in Tilles Park in St. LouisCounty.

Winter Wonderland is open 11/27/13 - 1/1/14. The displayis open to vehicular trafc Sunday-Friday, 5:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Admission is paid as vehicles exit the park. Saturday isreserved for horse-drawn carriage rides only and thosereservations must be made in advance. Carriage rides arealso available throughout the week. Tickets are availableonline at www.metrotix.com or by telephone at(314) 534-1111 beginning 10/1/13.

A St. Louis holiday favorite, Winter Wonderland is also agreat way to support your favorite local charity. Every night,different charities volunteer to help St. Louis County Parkshost this event. And, for cheerfully manning the gates, eachcharity receives a contribution from St. Louis County Parksin support of their organization.

Carriage Ride Fee*

4 person private $65.00



Large private

coach(up to 10 people)

$110.00

Large groupcoach

$12/person

*not including Metrotix fees

Vehicle Fee

Family vehicle $10.00

Limousine $20.00

Commercialtransport van

$40.00

Tour bus $90.00

Winter Wonderland WalkBe one of the rst to get a sneak preview of the twinklinglights through Winter Wonderland. Dogs must be on aleash. A special visitor from the North Pole can be expecteduntil 8:45 p.m. Cameras, strollers and wagons permitted.Food trucks will be on site for food and beverage

purchases. Advanced registration is required. Onlineregistration available at stlouisco.com/parks after 9/1.For additional information, call (314) 615-8822 or(314) 615-7373.

Day Date Time

Friday 11/22 6:30, 7:45 & 9 p.m.

Saturday 11/23 5:15, 6:30, 7:45 & 9 p.m.

Sunday 11/24 5:15, 6:30 & 7:45 p.m.

Age Fee Location

All ages $5/person Tilles Park


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Special Events

Holiday Spirit

Ghost Stories at the Bissell HouseHear spooky stories told by costumed storytellers in thecandlelit Bissell House. Dim lights, creaking stairs and slightlyopened doors set the scene for this once-a-year exclusive.Two story times offered. Limited space available. Advanceregistration is required by calling (314) 544-5714 or via [email protected].

Age Fee Location

All ages $5/person Bissell House

Day Date Time

Friday 10/18 6:30 p.m. & 8 p.m.

Ghost Stories at Fort BelleParticipants will gasp at scary stories amid the cold, stoneruins at several sites along the Missouri River. The ruinshold stories of their own as well for those who dare to attendthis Halloween adventure. Enjoy a haywagon ride along aroute lit by candled lanterns and bonres. Hot chocolate willgreet those that can nish. Limited space available. Advanceregistration is required by calling (314) 544-5714 or via [email protected]

Age Fee Location

All ages $7/person Fort Belle Fontaine

Day Date Time

Saturday 10/19 6:30 p.m. & 8 p.m.

Spook-tacular Halloween Events

Ghost Stories at Jefferson BarrackHear spooky stories told by costumed storytellers abovethe bluffs of the Mississippi at the Barracks. Candlelight andcreaking oors in the buildings and wood res and noisesfrom the woods set the scene for this once-a-year exclusiveTwo story times offered. Limited space available. Advanceregistration is required by calling (314) 544-5714 or via e-m

[email protected].

Age Fee Location

All ages $5/person Jefferson Barracks Par

Day Date Time

Saturday 10/26 6:30 p.m. & 8 p.m.Halloween DARE DanceIf you DARE, join your friends and dance the night away!Wear your costume for a chance to win prizes. Admissionlimited to grades 5 through 7 only. Tickets may be purchased

after October 1 by calling (314) 615-8822. Thank you toDARE for co-sponsoring this event.

Age Fee Location

Grades 5-7 $5/person ACC

Day Date Time

Friday 10/25 7 - 9:30 p.m.

Halloween Boo-nanzaEnjoy this family fun event which includes hayrides and

a marshmallow roast around the bonre. Youll love ourscavenger hunt where the rst 10 to nish win a prize! Welhave more fun with crafts, pumpkin races, a costume conteand our Haunted Caverns at the end of the program. Call(314) 615-8839 to register.

Age Fee Location

All ages $7/person NCRC

Day Date Time


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Boo-BashThis family friendly event with a Harry Potter theme willfeature Serengeti Steve and his amazingly fun ReptileExperience. Reptile show begins at 6 p.m. and there willbe unlimited carousel rides after the show until 8 p.m. Thecarousel will be decorated and characters in costume will geeveryone in the magical mood! A food truck will be on site wfood and beverages for purchase. Doors open at 5:45 p.m.Call (314) 615-8383 for more information.

Day Date Time

Friday 10/25 6 - 8 p.m.

Age Fee Location

All Ages $7/person in advance* St. Louis Carouse

$9/person at the door

*Children 12 months and younger are free with a paying adult.

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Candy Cane HuntCandy canes have been hidden in Faust Park by the

Carousel reindeer for children to nd! Some candy canes willhave special prizes attached! Hunt begins promptly at10 a.m. Advance registration is required. Stop by the gift shopafter October 1 to purchase tickets or call (314) 615-8383.

Age Fee Location

2-10 $6/person St. Louis Carousel

Day Date Time

Saturday 12/7 10 a.m.

Happy Holidays!

Santa Claus is Coming to Town!

Santa Claus rides to the Affton White-Rodgers CommunityCenter on a re truck from the Affton Fire Protection District.Santa will light the holiday tree and pass out treats to children.Call (314) 615-8822 for more information.

Age Fee Location

All ages Free ACC

Day Date Time

Sunday 12/8 5 - 6 p.m.

Mardi Gras DARE DanceCelebrate Fat Tuesday with your friends at the DARE Mardi

Gras Dance. Join your friends and dance the night away.Admission limited to grades 5 through 7 only. Tickets may bpurchased after February 3 by calling (314) 615-8822. Thanyou to DARE for co-sponsoring this event.

Age Fee Location

Grades 5-7 $5/person ACC

Day Date Time

Friday 2/28 7 - 9:30 p.m.

Celebrate with Santa Events Mardi Gras Events

Did You Know?D.A.R.E. is a police ofcer-led series of classroomlessons that teaches children K-12 how to resist peepressure and live productive drug and violence-freelives. It has proven so successful that it is now beingimplemented in 75% of our nations school districtsand in more than 43 countries around the world.

In Faust Park

15193 Olive Blvd., Chesterfield, MO 63017

(636) 530-0076 www.butterflyhouse.org

Sophia M . Sachs

*Event includes upcharge. Please visit www.butterflyhouse.org for more information.

September 3:

All of October:

October 25, 26, and 27

All of December:

November 30,

December 1, 7, 8, 14, 15:

Butterfy House switches to Winter Hours (9 a.m.4p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, closed Mondays)

October Owls & Orchids

Open additional hours on Tuesdayevenings from 4:30 to 7 p.m.*

BooterfiesCome enjoy spooktacularactivities, trick-or-treating, and a glow-walk through the butterfy conservatory atthis family-friendly Halloween event!*

Winter Jewels

Supper with SantaCelebrate the holidayseason with the Butterfy House! Enjoydinner, photos with Santa, night tours of theconservatory, and winter crafts and activities.*


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Health, Wellness and Fitness

Get fit, be active!

YogalatesCombines the exercises and stretches of yoga, pilates andcore strengthening into one class providing a challengingand relaxing workout. Beginners should arrive 10 minutesearly for a brief introduction. Bring a yoga mat, water andtowel. Call St. Louis Community College - Meramec at(314) 984-7777 to register.

Age Fee Location18+ $69/person ACC

Day Date Time

Thursday 9/5 - 11/14 5:30-6:30 p.m.

YogaRelax, calm your mind and experience vibrant healingenergy. Learn to use breathing, stretching and relaxationtechniques to bring a total sense of well-being andintegration of mind and body. Bring a towel and wear loosecomfortable clothing. Call St. Louis Community College -Meramec at (314) 984-7777 to register.

Age Fee Location

18+ $69/person ACC

18+ $69/person Queeny Park

Day Date Time

Monday 9/9-11/11 12:15-1:15 p.m. (beginne

Monday 9/9-11/11 1:30-2:30 p.m. (advanced

Monday 9/9-11/11 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Wednesday 9/11-11/20 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Chair ExerciseThis is an exercise program designed for those 50 and overwhich is centered on chair and includes stretching, muscleand strength building. Call (314) 615-8822 to register.Session includes eight classes.

Age Fee Location50+ $20/person ACC

Day Date Time

M/W/F 8 classes 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Get a personal introduction to the AfftonCommunity Center Fitness Room! To schedulea session with instructor Kelly Kauffman, call(314) 615-8822. Cost is $25.00 per sesion.


PilatesImprove muscle tone, support correct posture and learn to

move with ease and grace through our body conditioningroutine that will help build exibility, strength and endurancFor more information call (314) 615-8841.

Age Fee Location

18+ $5/class NCRC

Day Date Time

Monday year-round 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.


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ZumbaZumba is a cardio-based workout with sculpting exercisesdesigned to tone the entire body from top to bottom. Anyonecan participate in the class and have fun. All exercisers frombeginner to advanced will enjoy the benets of Latin danceand International Music. Its time to ditch the workout and jointhe party!St. Vincent location: call (314) 615-8788.

Affton location: call (314) 615-8822

North County Rec Plex location: call (314) 615-8841

Age Fee Location

12+ $50/person, $7 for drop in ACC

Day Date Time

Wednesday 10 classes 5 - 5:45 p.m.

Saturday 10 classes 8:30-9:30 a.m.

Butts & GutsGet t while having fun! Non-jumping dance moves mixedwith upbeat, popular music will have you dancing thepounds away. Each session is 16 classes. Call (314)615-8788 to register.

Age Fee Location

19+ Call for pricing STV

Day Date Time

Wednesday 5 - 6:30 p.m.

Saturday 9 -10 a.m.

Tai Chi ChihTai Chi Chih is a moving meditation consisting of 19movements and one pose. Its purpose is to circulateand balance ones chi or vital force life energy. Healthbenets include better balance, blood pressure control, areduction in symptoms associated with stress, shingles,and arthritis. No special attire or equipment. Call St. Loui

Community College - Meramec at (314) 984-7777 toregister.

Age Fee Location

18+ $69/person STV

Day Date Time

Monday 9/9-9/11 10:45-11:45 a

Wednesday 9/11-11/20 10:45-11:45 a

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Age Fee Location


Day Date Time

T/Th 9/3-9/26 5:30-6:30 p.m.

T/Th 10/1-10/31 5:30-6:30 p.m.

T/Th 11/5-11/28 5:30-6:30 p.m.

T/Th 12/3-12/19 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Did You Know?

Yoga eases stress, lowers blood pressure,slows heart rates and increases exibility.Loosening your muscles will make them moreadaptable, so you may be less likely to injureyourself playing sports. Yoga can reachand work muscles that are ignored duringroutine sports and daily life.

Age Fee Location

18+ $5/class NCRC

Day Date Time

M/T/F year-round 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Wednesday year-round 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. /6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Saturday year-round 9 - 10 a.m.

Sunday year-round 3 - 4:15 p.m.

Total Body ConditioningGet t inside and out. This class includes everything to

totally reshape your body including cardio, strength andtoning with weights and stretching. A nutrition and tnessplan is also a key class component. Call (314) 615-8841more information.

Age Fee Location

18+ $5/class NCRC

Day Date Time

T/Th 1:30 - 2:30 p.

Total Body BlastGet your total body in its best shape ever. Our programincludes light weights, low impact cardio, stretching andtoning moves. Call (314) 615-8841 for more information

Age Fee Location

18+ $5/class NCRC

Day Date Time

T/W/Th 4:30 - 5:30 p.


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DanceWeve got the beat!

Line Dancing & MoreVarious types of dances will be taught by Gerry and MarleneStrait. Checks should be made payable to Gerry Strait.Please call (314) 615-8822 to register.

Age Fee Location

18+ $20/person ACC

Day Date Time

Thursday Sept-Feb 1-2 p.m.

Line Dancing: BeginnersLine dancing is a non-impact form of exercise with extrastretch movements.

Affton location: call St. Louis Community College - Meramecat (314) 984-7777 to register.St. Vincent location: call (314) 615-8788 to register.

Age Fee Location

18+ $49/person ACC

Day Date Time

Friday 9/13-10/18 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Friday 10/25-12/13 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Line Dancing: IntermediateBeginning Exercise Line Dancing is a prerequisite for thisclass. Line dancing is a non-impact form of exercise withextra stretch movements. Call St. Louis Community CollegeMeramec at (314) 984-7777 to register.

Age Fee Location

18+ $49/person ACC

Day Date TimeFriday 9/13-10/18 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Friday 10/25-12/13 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Health Tip

Just Dance!

Scientists at the Mayo Clinic recently reportedthat social dancing provides the body with healthbenets such as reducing stress, increasingenergy and improving strength, muscle tone

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Age Fee Location


Day Date Time

Friday 9/6-2/28 6 -7 p.m.

Slide Show Line DanceDitch the usual exercise and learn how to slide dance for fuand tness. The instructor will break it down into EZ stepsfollow. For more information call (314) 615-8841.

Age Fee Location

18+ $3/class NCRC

Day Date TimeThursday year-round 6 - 7:30 p.m.


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Tiny Tot Dance & TumbleProgram designed to increase your childs creativity,imagination and coordination. Wear comfortable clothes,socks and shoes. Potty-trained children ages 3-5 only.Checks should be made payable to Mandy Montgomery.Call (314) 615-8822 to register.

Age Fee Location

3-5 $25/child ACC

$50/child*

Day Date Time

Monday 9/9-9/30 5:45-6:30 p.m.

Monday* 10/7-11/25 5:45-6:30 p.m.

Footnotes Dance Company

Footnotes Dance Company offers dance programs for kids ages 5 and up at the Affton Community Center. Registrationtakes place on the rst night of each session with the instructor Mandy Montgomery. Call (314) 615-8822 for moreinformation.

Youth Dance - Ballet/Tap IAge Fee Location

7-10 $25/child ACC

$50/child*

Day Date Time

Monday 9/9-9/30 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Monday* 10/7-11/25 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Youth Dance - Ballet/Tap IIAge Fee Location

11-15 $25/child ACC

$50/child*

Day Date Time

Monday 9/9-9/30 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Monday* 10/7-11/25 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Youth Dance - Jazz IAge Fee Location

8-10 $25/child ACC

$50/child*

Day Date Time

Monday 9/9-9/30 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Monday* 10/7-11/25 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Youth Dance - Jazz IIAge Fee Location

11-15 $25/child ACC

$50/child*

Day Date Time

Monday 9/9-9/30 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Monday* 10/7-11/25 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Pre-Ballet & TapAge Fee Location

5-7 $25/child ACC

$50/child*

Day Date Time

Monday 9/9-9/30 5:45-6:30 p.m.

Monday* 10/7-11/25 5:45-6:30 p.m.

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Sports

Get in the game!

Mixed Martial ArtsThe best defense is condence. This class will consist ofclassical Uechiryu Karate plus American-style kick boxing aMMA techniques including arm bars, foot locks, judo throws

take-downs and ground ghting techniques.Call (314) 645-8788 for more information.

Age Fee Location

18+ $40/session or $6/class STV

Day Date Time

M/W 9/9-10-2 7-8 p.m.

M/W 10/7-10/30 7-8 p.m.

M/W 11/4-11/27 7-8 p.m.

M/W 12/2-12/18 7-8 p.m.

Hockey

Youth Stick & PuckHockey session for shooting practice only. Players must wearUSA Hockey-approved helmet with full face shield and providetheir own stick, puck and gloves. Skate rental not provided.

Limit 20. Not held on December 25.

Age Fee Location

6-13 $7.00/person KRC

Day Date Time

Wednesday 9/25-3/5 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Adult Stick & PuckHockey session for shooting practice only. Players must wearUSA Hockey-approved helmet with full face shield and providetheir own stick, puck and gloves. Skate rental not provided.

Limit 20. Not held on 11/28, 12/26 or 1/2.

Age Fee Location

14+ $7.00/person KRC

Day Date Time

Thursday 9/26-3/6 1:15 - 2:15 p.m.

Martial Arts

Roller HockeyMidwest Sports Hockey offers league play foradults and children, and a camp for children.For information call (636) 230-6466.


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Martial Arts(continued)

Karate - Little DragonsLearn self-defense in this martial arts program designed fofun and tness. This class is for all ages and ability levels.Individuals receive one-on-one instruction in a group classsetting. Classes meet every Saturday. Call (314) 615-8788

for more information.

Age Fee Location

4+ $25/session or $6/class STV

Day Date Time

Saturday 10/5-10/26 10 a.m. - noon






Youn Wha RyuA form of exercise that combines the self-paced benets ofan individual sport and the energy of a group activity. YounWha Ryu is a Korean Martial Arts that teaches principlesfor effective training and living. Register by emailing

[email protected] or calling (314) 615-8822.

Age Fee Location

12+ $35/session or $10/class ACC

Day Date Time

Wednesday 9/4-9/25 5 - 6 p.m.

Wednesday 10/2-10/30 5 - 6 p.m.

Wednesday 11/6-12/18* 5 - 6 p.m.

Wednesday 1/8-1/29 5 - 6 p.m.

Wednesday 2/5-2/26 5 - 6 p.m.

*Call for pricing

Volleyball

Fall Adult LeagueThis 8-week coed league will be held in the new NorthCounty Recreation Complex gymnasium. All participants wplay an 8-game schedule and playoff games. A team trophwill be presented to the 1st and 2nd place teams. Advanceregistration is suggested by calling (314) 615-8839.

Age Fee Location

18+ $300/team NCRC

Day Date Time

Wednesday 10/9-12/11 6 - 9 p.m.

Adult Co-Ed LeagueRegister your team for the adult coed recreational or powervolleyball league * sponsored by Tony Stratman of StratmanSports. Team registration deadline is two weeks prior toleague start date*. Call (314) 398-5495 or [email protected] for more information or to registeror visit www.stratmansports.com.

Age Fee Location

18+ $250/team; $270 after deadline

ACC

Day Date Time

Tuesday 9/10-10-29 6:15 - 10:15 p.m.

Thursday 9/12-10/24 6:15 - 10:15 p.m.

Tuesday* 11/5-12/17 6:15 - 10:15 p.m.

Thursday* 11/7-12/26 6:15 - 10:15 p.m.

Tuesday 1/7-2/25 6:15 - 10:15 p.m.

Thursday 1/9-2/27 6:15 - 10:15 p.m.Tuesday* 3/4-4/22 6:15 - 10:15 p.m.

Thursday* 3/6-4/24 6:15 - 10:15 p.m.

*Only experienced players/teams should register for thePower League

Adult Pick-Up GamesAdult volleyball pick-up games for recreational and powerplayers at the Affton White-Rodgers Community Center.Call (314) 615-8822 to register.

Age Fee Location

18+ $25/person ($5/drop in) ACC

Day Date Time

Monday 9/30-11/18 7 - 8:30 p.m.

Monday* 9/30-11/18 8:30 - 10 p.m.

Monday 12/2-1/20 7 - 8:30 p.m.

Monday* 12/2-1/20 8:30 - 10 p.m.

Monday 2/4-3/24 7 - 8:30 p.m.

Monday* 2/4-3/24 8:30 - 10 p.m.

*Power Games

Did You Know?

Volleyball was rst called mintonette but it was laterchanged to volleyball. It is the second most popular sport in

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Sports

Intro to OfciatingThis 4-week class will take prospective ofcials through astep-by-step introduction into the world of youth basketballofciating. Participants will learn about basketball rules, on-court etiquette, court mechanics and more. There will alsobe on-court training opportunities for those who desire to bea youth sports ofcial. Advance registration is suggested bycalling (314) 615-8839.

Age Fee Location

18-54 $40/person NCRC

Day Date TimeTuesday 10/8-10/29 7-8 p.m.

Basketball

Mens Fall LeagueThe schedule will consist of a 10-game schedule with playoffs.Trophies will be awarded to the 1st and 2nd place teams.

Advance registration is suggested. Call (314) 615-8839 toregister.

Age Fee Location

30+ $350/team NCRC

Day Date Time

Sunday 10/6-12/8 6 - 9 p.m.

Youth LeagueSign your child up for this youth basketball league! Leagueplay will give children experience in competition with playersat their own grade level. Registration guarantees practice andgame time. Divisions are available for grades 1-6. Advanceregistration is required by calling (314) 615-8788.

Age Fee Location

Grades 1-6 $25.00/child STV

Day Date Time

M/Th/F 1/13-3/8 6 - 9 p.m.

Little Hoopsters Fall LeagueThis instructional basketball league is those 4-7 years old.Participating teams will be assigned to leagues in two groupsof 4-5 and 6-7. All teams will play a 10-week league andreceive team medals at the end of the season. The gameswill consist of two 20-minute halves. Parent coaches are alsoneeded! Advance registration is required by calling(314) 615-8839.

Age Fee Location

4-7 $300/team NCRC

Day Date TimeSunday 12/8-2/2 8 a.m.- noon

Holiday Basketball

Tournaments

Bring your team, bring your game!Teams limited to grades 6-8.

St. Vincent Community Center

> All teams are guaranteed three games

> Games times are between 6-9 p.m. onweekdays and between noon-6 p.m.on Saturdays.

> Trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2ndand 3rd place winners in each gradelevel.

Sessions(M-Sa. No games on Wednesdays)December 2-7 (5th grade)December 9-14 (6th grade)December 16-21) (7th grade)

Cost is $150/teamCall (314) 615-8788 to register

Did You Know?

The benets of youth sports goes way beyondphysical tness. Sports also increase socialand psychological development simply throughparticipation. In other words, your child doesnt haveexcel athletically, they just need to get out and play!



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St. Louis County Parks has more than 40 athletic elds located throughout the County thatcan be reserved for a variety of sports! Cost range from $10.00 per hour for unlighted elds

and $25.00 per hour for lighted elds.

Baseball Football Corkball Softball

Soccer Cricket

Kickball

For a complete listing including features,visit us at www.stlouisco.com/parks or call

(314) 615-8820.

Reserve One of Our Athletic Fields!

Check out our ADA accessible

ballfeld sponsored by Cardinals

Care at Spanish Lake Park!

Enjoy Disc Golf?

Your St. Louis County Parks have FOUR courses! Jefferson Barracks Sioux Passage Endicott Creve Coeur

Available at:

> JeffersonBarracks

> Buder (ADA Accessible)

> Creve Coeur


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Ice Skating

Grab your skates!

Admission & Skate Rental Fees

Public Sessions

Kennedy Recreation ComplexHours are subject to change due to weather conditions orspecial events. Please call (314) 615-5572 or

(314) 615-SK8T (7588) to verify availability. Season runsfrom September 28, 2013 to March 13, 2014.

Day Session 1 Time Session 2 Time

Sunday 12:15-2:15 p.m. 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Monday 10:00 a.m. - noon none

Tuesday 10:00 a.m. - noon 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday 10:00 a.m. - noon none

Thursday 10:00 a.m. - noon none

Friday 10:00 a.m. - noon 7 - 9 p.m.

Saturday 2:15 - 4:14 p.m. 7 - 9 p.m.

Age Price

4 and under* Free

Child (5-12) $4.00/person

Adult (13-64) $5.00/person

Senior (65+) $4.00/person

* When accompanied by askating adult. Limit two freeadmissions per adult.

Skate Rental$1.50/person

Lockers$0.25/locker

(quarters only)

Admission & Skate Rental Fees

Greensfelder Recreation ComplexHours are subject to change due to weather conditions orspecial events. Please call (314) 615-8GRC (8472 or

(314) 615-SK8T (7588) to verify availability. Season runsfrom October 14, 2013 to February 28, 2014.

Day Session Times

Sunday 3 - 5 p.m.

Monday 10 a.m. - noon / 3-5 p.m.

Tuesday 10 a.m. - noon / 3-5 p.m.

Wednesday 10 a.m. - noon / 3-5 p.m.

Thursday 10 a.m. - noon

Friday 10 a.m. - noon / 3-5 p.m. / 7-9 p.m.

Saturday 10 a.m. - noon / 7-9 p.m.

Age Price

3 and under* Free

Child (4-12) $4.00/person

Adult (13-64) $5.00/person

Senior (65+) $4.00/person

* When accompanied by askating adult. Limit one freeadmissions per adult.

Skate Rental$1.50/person

Lockers$0.25/locker

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Free Style Skating SessionsFigure skating practice for freestyle levels only. Limit 25.

Sessions run from September 23, 2013 - March 13, 2014.Sessions not available on 11/28, 12/25, 12/26, or 1/2.

Fee Location

$7.00/person KRC

Day Time

Monday 3:15 - 4:15 p.m.

Wednesday 3:15 - 4:15 p.m.

Thursday* 3 - 3:45 p.m.

* $5.00 / person

SkateCamp!

Join us at Greensfelder Recreation Complex forice skating and camp all-in-one! This two-daycamp will consist of crafts, games, and of course,ice skating! Call (314) 615-8472 to register.

December 26 & 2710 a.m. - 3 p.m.

$50/child (Ages 6-10)

Holiday & Special EventCalendar

Date Event Time(s) Place

11/28 Closed for Thanksgiving KRC/GRC

12/15 Holiday CelebrationFree admission. Participants to perform special soloroutines

1:45 - 2:45 p.m. KRC

12/15 Skate with SantaSkate to holiday music and enjoy candy canes andcookies. Regular admission fees apply.

3:30 - 5:30 p.m. KRC

12/24 Closed for Christmas Eve GRC

12/25 Closed for Christmas KRC/GRC12/31 Closed for New Years Eve GRC

2/1-2/2 Silver Skates Competition, Public Session 3-5 p.m. GRC

2/14-2/16 ISI Sweetheart Figure Skating CompetitionSpectators are welcome. No public skating.

KRC

3/13 End of Season Public Session 10 a.m. - noon KRC

3/15-3/16 Annual Ice RecitalYear-end presentation for participants

7-9 p.m. (3/15)3-5 p.m. (3/16)

KRC

- We hold special public sessions over holiday breaks. Please visit our website or call the individual recreationcomplex for additional session dates and times.

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Kids Korner

Busy Kids, Happy Kids!

Talk Like A Pirate DayCelebrate Talk Like A Pirate Day with the St. LouisCarousel. Dress up in your nest pirate attire and get afree ride on the Carousel. Call (314) 615-8383 for more

information.Age Fee Location

All ages Free* St. Louis Carousel

Day Date Time

Thursday 9/19 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

* Free admission to those in pirate costume only

Farm FridaysLooking for some fun like pony rides, hayrides, barn tours,face painting, shing and candle making? You can enjoythese crafts and festive experiences at Susons FarmFridays. Register by August 23 and save $2 per child!Call (314) 615-8822 to register or for additional information

Age Fee Location12 & under $10/child* Suson Park

Day Date Time

Friday 9/13 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

*$8/child if registered by August 23. Adults are free


Lunch With LindaLittle ones get the opportunity to learn about transportationthrough hands-on activities and storytelling with primaryeducator, Miss Linda. Guests can bring their lunch or orderfrom our snack bar. Participation is limited. Please call(314) 965-6885, ext. 5 to register.

Age Fee Location

5 and under Free* MOT

Day Date Time

Friday 9/7-3/1 12:45 - 1:30 p.m.

* With paid museum admission

Play & Ride at the CarouselStart your Wednesdays off right at the St. Louis Carousel.Enjoy going back & forth from great activities in the play roomto unlimited Carousel rides. Parents/guardians must stay

and assist their child with the Fun!! For more information, call(314) 615-8383.

Age Fee Location

5 and under $6.00/class St. Louis Carousel

Day Date Time

Wednesday 9/11-11/13 10 a.m. - noon


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Fossil HuntKids can go hunting for fossils with a park naturalist and

explore the ancient life found in the rocks of GreensfelderPark. A 20-minute class in the Visitors Center studying thetypes of fossils typically found in the St. Louis area will befollowed by a walk in the park to search for fossils. Advanceregistration is required by calling (314) 615-8472.

Age Fee Location

7-14 $3.00/person Greensfelder Park

Day Date Time

Saturday 11/9 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Saturday 3/8 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Hobo CampoutEver want to try out life on the rail as a Hobo? Take thisopportunity to feel like a vagabond. Bring a spoon and tasteMulligan stew as you spend the night as an old-fashionedhobo. After an evening of swapping stories around acampre youll bed down in an authentic boxcar while youlisten to the sound of trains rolling by. Wake by 7 a.m. oryou will be rousted by the bull. Space is limited. Advanceregistration is required by calling (314) 615-8472.

Age Fee Location

All ages $25/person MOT

Day Date Time

Sa - Sun 9/14-9/15 6 p.m. - 7 a.m.

Sa - Sun 10/5-10/6 6 p.m. - 7 a.m.

Puppet Shows!

Puppets GaloreJoin the Puppet Guild of Greater St. Louis for a fun morningthat will include a puppet show, carousel ride and puppetmaking workshops. After the puppet show, take a twirl on

the carousel and then visit the different puppet makingworkshops and make puppets to take home! Tickets areavailable at the St. Louis Carousel Gift Shop or over thephone by calling (314) 615-8383.

Age Fee Location

All Ages $6/person in advance* St. Louis Carous



Day Date Time

Friday 9/27 9:30 - 11 a.m.

Winter Break Puppet ShowsTreat the family to a morning of fun during winter break.Enjoy an entertaining puppet show and a complementarytwirl on the St. Louis Carousel. Doors open at 9:15 a.m. Stby the gift shop after November 1 to purchase tickets or ca(314) 615-8383.

Day Date Time

Friday 12/20 & 12/27 9:30 a.m.

Age Fee Location




Fun Friday Puppet ShowsChildren and parents will enjoy entertaining puppet showsand a complimentary twirl on the Carousel after the show.Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Stop by the gift shop after Decem1 to purchase tickets or call (314) 615-8383.

Day Date Time

Friday 2/14-3/21 10 a.m.

Age Fee Location




Jolly Jack-O-LanternsDress up in your Halloween costume (optional), play agame, and decorate pumpkins to take home. Parents muststay and assist their child with the project. Fee includes

supplies and Carousel Ride for child and parent afterprogram. Advance registration is required. Stop by the giftshop after 9/1 to register or call (314) 615-8383.

Age Fee Location

3-5 $12/person St. Louis Carousel

Day Date Time

Tuesday 10/22 10:30 - 11 a.m. or 1:30 - 2 p.m.

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Kids Korner

Kids can learn how to garden from the experts of theChildrens Garden Club! Meetings are held at differentlocations throughout St. Louis City and County at 9 a.m.on the rst Saturday of each month. This Club is designedto educate and bring delight in gardening and horticulturethrough projects that participants begin themselves andtake home to grow and enjoy. All events are free. For moreinformation call (314) 822-9095 or [email protected].

ScheduleSaturday, September 7Fun In The GardenSherwoods Forest Nursery& Garden Center2651 Barrett Station Rd.

Saturday, October 5Good Night GardenFor the Garden by Haefners6703 Telegraph Rd.

Saturday, November 2

The Great HarvestQueeny Complex550 Wiedman Rd.

Saturday, December 7Holiday DecorationsSherwoods Forest Nursery& Garden Center2651 Barrett Station Rd.

Saturday, January 3Use of Dried MaterialBaisch & Skinner, Inc.2721 LaSalle Street

Saturday, February 1Fun Things to Do in theGardenSappington Garden Center11530 Gravois Rd.

Saturday, March 1

Growing In the GardenSherwoods Forest Nursery& Garden Center2651 Barrett Station Rd.

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Growing with St. Louis County Parks & Recreation

Creation StationCreation Station is located at the Museum of Transportationand is a hands-on learning environment that introduces

children to modes of transportation. Monthly projects andhands-on activities offered during playtimes. Admissionbased on a rst-come, rst-served basis. Call(314) 965-6212 for more information.

Age Fee Location

5 and under $2/person* MOT

* In addition to regular museum admission

Day Date Time

Tuesday -Friday

Sept-Dec 9:15 a.m., 10:30 a.m.,11:45 a.m.

Thursday Sept-Dec 1 p.m.

Creation Station Monthly Schedule

September Awesome Air Travel helicopters andairplanes

October Curl Up with a GoodBook

sharing our favoritestories

November Hayrides, Hot Cocoaand Happy Travelers

being a part of thechanging seasons

December On the Right Track winter, glittery trains

Did You Know?Psychologists believe that creative play teacheschildren a number of important skills: how to improvememory, increase exible thinking, control emotionsand resist impulsive behavior. Moreover, creative playwith other children gives each child an opportunity topractice these mind-expanding and self-regulatingskills.



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ScoutsJust for

Rank Available Programs

Junior Girl Scout Earth Connections, Wildlife, YourOutdoor Surroundings, Rocks Rock

Brownies Watching Wildlife, Eco-Explorer

Webelos Forester, Geologist, Naturalist

Bear Cub Sharing Your World with Wildlife, TakeCare of Your Planet, Tying It All Up

Wolf Cub Your Living World

Tiger Cub Lets Go Outdoors

Scout & Youth ProgramsSt. Louis County Department of Parks and Recreation offersa wide variety of outdoor activities designed for your group.Programs listed below fulll all necessary requirementsto earn the appropriate scouting badge and they are alsoavailable to any interested group.

Girl Scout Learn to Skate LessonsAge Fee Location

All ages $12/scout (includes55 minutes ofinstruction and skaterental

KRC

Day Date Time

Saturday 12/28 11 a.m. (Daisies)

Noon (Brownies)1 p.m. (Juniors)

Space is limited. Advance registration is required by callin(314) 615-5572.

In addition to these programs, we can also help you createyour own program for your group including:> Learn to Canoe > Learn to Fish > Archery

> Wildlife/Nature/Night Hikes > and many others!Please e-mail [email protected] or call (314) 615-7746

for more information on any of these programs.

Travel CaseScouts and youth groups will have a blast using a varietyof educational tools as they complete an age-appropriatescavenger hunt on the museum grounds. This is a fantasticopportunity to explore the museum on a date and time thatworks best for your group. Two weeks advance registrationrequired. Call (314) 965-6885, ext. 5 to book your date!


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Music

Fairs

Festivals

Shows

Community Connection!

Musician Swap MeetMusicians always have instruments, amps and other gear

that they have collected over the years. This is the opportunityfor gearheads of all type to clear out their collections so youcan acquire even more stuff. Concessions will be available.

All unsold items must be removed from the park by sellers.Sellers must register in advance by calling (314) 544-5714 ore-mail [email protected].

Age Fee Location

All ages $10/ table, $1 admission NCRC

Day Date Time

Sa - Sun 9/28-9/29 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Faust Heritage FestivalDont miss the chance to go back to Missouris roots at FaustParks Heritage Festival. Features include demonstrationsof blacksmithing, pottery ring, woodworking and othertraditional crafts. Numerous hands-on activities allowfamilies to take part in the experience and even take homea handcrafted item. Concessions, live music, hayrides andchildrens activities are available. Admission includes rides on

the St. Louis Carousel. Call (314) 615-8328 or [email protected] for crafter information.

Age Fee Location

All ages $5.00/adult$2.00/child (4-12)Free for kids 3 & under

Faust Park

Day Date Time

Sa - Sun 9/21-9/22 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Re-enactor & Military CollectorsShowIf you are looking for a special item for re-enacting or are amilitary collector this is the event to nd whatever it is youwant. Re-enactors and memorabilia collectors from all arouthe area will have military items for sale or trade from theRevolutionary War period to World War II. If you simply wanto look things over that is great also. This year the event wi

take place as the Affton Community Center on MackenzieRoad. Call (314) 544-5714 for more information.

Age Fee Location

All ages $15 booth rental$3/per person entry

ACC

Day Date Time




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Discover Laumeier FestivalDiscover or re-discover Laumeier Sculpture Park throughan interactive day for all ages. Enjoy an afternoon of music,storytelling and fantastic food as you picnic in the shade, strollamong the sculptures and explore the wonders of nature.Uncover the Parks rich history and come to know it in the

present through fun activities designed to inspire. Visitwww.laumeier.org or call (314) 615-5278 for more information.

Age Fee Location

All ages Free LaumeierSculpture Park

Day Date Time

Sunday 9/8 Noon - 5 p.m.

@ Laumeier

Harvest FestivalPresented by Sauce magazine, this family event featuresharvest foods from St. Louis area restaurants, local beer andwine, a farmers market with fresh local produce, locally madarts and crafts, family games, live Bluegrass music and moreFor more information and to purchase tickets visit

www.harvestfeststl.com.

Age Fee Location

All ages $10/person$8 Laumeier membersFree for kids 10 & under

LaumeierSculpture Park

Day Date Time

Sunday 10/20 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Community PicnicBring your picnic and join Laumeiers Friends & Neighbors for

dinner at Laumeier Sculpture Park. Learn about the history ofthe neighborhood, play games on the lawn and enter to wina prize for Best Picnic Spread. Visit www.laumeier.org or call(314) 615-5278.

Age Fee Location

All ages Free LaumeierSculpture Park

Day Date Time

Sunday 9/8 Noon - 2 p.m.

Did You Know?

Listening to Music has health benets! Musiccan reduce stress, manage pain, boost yourimmune system, promote sleep and encourageexercise.


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MedleyGeneral Interest

Stamp-a-Stack: Holiday CardsMake your own Christmas cards this year! Each month youwill create ve new cards using different stamping techniques.Ending in November, you will have a total of 15 hand-craftedunique cards to use for the holidays! Fee includes mostmaterials. Supply list will be sent. To register call St. LouisCommunity College - Meramec at (314) 984-7777.

Age Fee Location

All ages $55/person ACC

Day Date Time

Saturday 9/14, 10/12 & 11/9 9 - 11 a.m.

Scavenge Through the NightExplore the trails of Queeny Park at night by following cluesthat will lead you to a bonre with smores and prizes. At asecret time during the evening youll enjoy a haywagon ridethrough the park. Meet on the Mason Road side of QueenyPark. Hunt starts promptly at 7 p.m. Participants mustbring a ashlight, notepad and pencil and be able to walk 2miles. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Advanceregistration is required by calling (314) 615-8472.

Age Fee Location

All ages $10/person Queeny Park

Day Date Time

Friday 9/27 7 - 10 p.m.

Beginning Bridge InstructionLearn bidding, play, defense and etiquette used in play inthis eight-week course. Call St. Louis Community College -Meramec at (314) 984-7777 to register.

Age Fee Location

18+ $99/person ACC

Day Date Time

Tuesday 10/8-10/29 2:45 - 4:45 p.m.

Intermediate Bridge InstructionInstructor will help you learn to play your hand more skillfullyYou should have the basic skill of bridge. Call St. LouisCommunity College - Meramec at (314) 984-7777 to registe

Age Fee Location

18+ $79/person ACC

Day Date Time

Tuesday 11/5-12/17 2:45 - 4:45 p.m.



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Basic Dog Obedience ClassThe German Shepherd Dog Club of St. Louis trains adultdogs and puppies of all breeds and mixes. Contact trainingdirector, Dannie Rosemann at (314) 772-8885 for morenformation.

Age Fee Location

All ages $85/dog ACC

Day Date Time

Thursday 8/22-10/24 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Tuesday 9/17-11/19 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Thursday 11/7-1/16 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Tuesday 1/7-3/11 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Mans Best Friend

Dog Day of Summer Night Hike

Finding it too hot to walk mans best friend during the day?Come out for a howling good time after the heat of the daypasses. Youll all enjoy this 3-mile stroll while your ParkRanger guide points out the interesting things to hear andsee. Dogs must remain on a leash. Bring a ashlight andnsect repellent. Meet at the Mason Road entrance. Advancedregistration is requested by calling (314) 615-8472.

Age Fee Location

All ages $5/person Queeny Park

Day Date Time

Friday 9/6 8-10 p.m.

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Hayrides

Prairie HayridePretend you are back on the Oregon Trail with a hayridethrough our tall grass prairie. With no street lights or

civilization around, this hidden gem in West St. Louis Countyprovides great star-gazing opportunities. Enjoy music,marshmallows and beverages. Advanced registration isrequired by calling (314) 615-8472.

Age Fee Location

All ages $10/person West Tyson Park

Day Date Time

Friday 9/20 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. & 8:30 p.m

Saturday 9/21 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. & 8:30 p.m

Living History HayrideEnjoy a hayride through historic Jefferson Barracks withre-enactor vignettes throughout the park. The re-enactorswill explain their time period, uniforms and equipment duringstops. Space is limited. Advance reservation is required bycalling (314) 544-5714 or e-mail [email protected].

Age Fee Location

All ages $7/person Jefferson Barracks

Day Date Time

Saturday 9/7 11 a.m., 1 p.m. & 3 p.m

Sunday 9/8 Noon & 2 p.m.

Family Hayride & MusicMeet at Mustang Shelter to enjoy Greensfelder Park underthe stars. After your hayride, enjoy roasting marshmallowsover an open re, sipping hot chocolate and listening to livecountry music performed by the very talented Robyn Lee.Dress for the weather. Space is limited. Advance registrationis required by calling (314) 615-5572.

Age Fee Location

All ages $10/person Greensfelder Park

Day Date Time

Friday 10/4 6 p.m., 7 p.m. & 8 p.m.

Saturday 10/5 6 p.m., 7 p.m. & 8 p.m.

Did You Know?

There are more pet dogsin the USA than there arepeople in Britain.


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Hayrides

Evening Hayride & MusicMeet at White-Tail Deer Shelter to enjoy Lone Elk Park likenever before. Youll ride a haywagon through this beautifulsetting where you may spot elk, deer and other wildlife. Latyoull warm up by the re to roast marshmallows and listento live music. Bring a ashlight and blankets or lawn chairs.Space is limited. Advanced registration required by calling(314) 615-8472.

Age Fee Location

All ages $10/person Lone Elk Park

Day Date Time

Friday 10/18 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. & 8:30 p.m

Saturday 10/19 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. & 8:30 p.m

Family Hayride & MusicTake a 45-minute hayride of the grand old military base. Afun family experience. After your hayride youll enjoy roastingmarshmallows over an open re, sipping hot chocolate andlistening to George Portz. Call (314) 615-8822 or(314) 544-5714 for more information.

Age Fee Location

All ages $10/person Jefferson Barracks Park

Day Date Time

Friday 10/18 6 p.m., 7 p.m. & 8 p.m.

Saturday 10/19 6 p.m., 7 p.m. & 8 p.m.


History HayrideJoin us for a hayride around Faust Park then wander throughcandlelit historic homes, where refreshments and story-tellersawait. Warm up with a bonre and live music. All tickets aresold in advance by calling (314) 615-8328 or (314) 615-4386or via www.stlouisco.com/parks.

Age Fee Location

All ages $10/person Faust Park

Day Date Time

Friday 10/11 6 p.m., 7 p.m. & 8 p.m.

Saturday 10/12 6 p.m., 7 p.m. & 8 p.m.

Fall Family Hayride & MusicJoin us for a special evening at Creve Coeur Park. Enjoycountry music, marshmallows and hot chocolate. Forpeople of all abilities; a ramp assisted hay wagon will beavailable to help with access to one of the wagons. Due tolimited space on the ramp accessible wagon, those needingaccommodations should call (314) 615-8480 to discussarrangements. Advanced reservations required by calling(314) 615-8480.

Age Fee Location

All ages $10/person Creve Coeur Park

Day Date Time

Friday 10/25 6 p.m., 7 p.m. & 8 p.m.

Saturday 10/26 6 p.m., 7 p.m.

Living History HayrideExperience Fort Belle on a haywagon where costumed re-enactors from the War of 1812, Civil War, WW II and other

periods explain their uniforms and equipment. Dress for theweather. Limited space available. Advance registration isrequired by calling (314) 544-5714 or e-mail [email protected].

Age Fee Location


Day Date Time

Saturday 11/2 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m

Sunday 11/3 12:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.

Family Hayride & MusicThis fall hayride provides the ideal way enjoy this beautifulpark. After the ride, spend a relaxing evening roastingmarshmallows, sipping hot chocolate and listening to thebluegrass music of George Portz. Call (314) 615-8822 formore information.

Age Fee Location

All ages $10/person Cliff Cave Park

Day Date Time

Friday 10/4 6 p.m., 7 p.m. & 8 p.m.


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Twice as Nice Flea MarketClean out the closet, basement, bring in the antiques orsell your handmade crafts. Admission is free. Concessionsare available. The Holiday Market in December is a greatopportunity to obtain that special holiday gift. Advance

registration required for vendors. Call (314) 615-8839 formore information.

Age Fee Location

All ages $15/table,Free admission

NCRC

Day Date Time

Saturday 10/5, 12/7, 2/8 & 3/8 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Lets Make a Deal!

South County Flea MarketHere is your opportunity to clean out your clutter as a vendoror to collect a rare treasure as a buyer. We welcome crafts,antiques and specialty items. Advance registration for vendorsis required as limited space is available. For information or to

register call (314) 615-8820.Age Fee Location

All ages $15/tableAdmission is free

ACC

Day Date Time

Saturday 9/28, 11/2, 12/7 & 3/8 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Did You Know?

One of the rst American ea marketswas the Monday Trade Days inCanton, Texas, which began in1873 as a place where people wouldgo to buy horses; later, they broughttheir own goods to sell or trade.

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Calendar of Events

September

1 Laumeier TourLaumeier.................................33

6 FEAST in the ParkLaumeier...................................3

Dog Night HikeQueeny Park...........................26

7 Childrens Garden ClubSherwoods.............................21

Living History HayrideJefferson Barracks..................26

Brunch Bike RideCreve Coeur Park...................36

8 All Chevy Show

MOT..........................................5Discover Laumeier/ PicnicLaumeier.................................24

Living History HayrideJefferson Barracks..................26

10 Trail Watch OrientationSTV.........................................53

11 Play & RideCarousel..................................19

12 FEAST in the ParkFaust Park.................................3

13 Farm FridaySuson Park.............................19

Evening WalkWinter Park.............................36

14 Hobo Campout (through 9/15)MOT........................................20

Stamp-a-Stack (through 11/9)ACC............. .............. ..............25

Rummage Sale (through 9/15)Bissell House..........................28

Prairie DayFort Belle.................................35

15 Laumeier TourLaumeier.................................33

17 FEAST in the ParkTilles Park.................................3


19 Singles Paint PartyBee Tree Park...........................4

Talk Like a Pirate DayCarousel..................................19

20 Prairie HayrideWest Tyson.............................26

21 Heritage Festival (through 9/22)Faust Park...............................23

Prairie HayrideWest Tyson.............................26

24 Trail Watch OrientationACC............. .............. .............53

25 FEAST in the ParkCreve Coeur Park.....................3

Play & RideCarousel..................................19

27 Puppets GaloreCarousel..................................20

Scavenge Through the Night

Queeny Park...........................2528 Musician Swap Meet (through

9/29) NCRC.............................23

Flea MarketACC............. .............. .............28

Great Outdoors DayAntire Valley............ .............. ..35

29 Oldsmobile ShowMOT..........................................5

October


4 Family HayrideGreensfelder Park...................26

Family HayrideCliff Cave.................................27

5 Hobo Campout (through 10/6)MOT........................................20

Childrens Garden ClubHaefners.................................21

Family HayrideGreensfelder Park...................26

Flea MarketNCRC.....................................28

6 Brass & Nickel Car ShowMOT..........................................5

Laumeier TourLaumeier.................................33

9 Play & RideCarousel.................................19

11 History HayrideFaust Park..............................27

11 Night HikeJefferson Barracks..................36

12 History HayrideFaust Park..............................27

Take a Kid Mountain BikingAl Foster Trail...................... ....36

15 Youth Fishing LessonSuson Park.............................39


Catch & KeepLone Elk..................................39

Trail Watch OrientationGRC........................................53

17 Fall Color Canoe Float

Meramec River........................3818 Ghost Stories

Bissell House............................7

Family HayrideJefferson Barracks..................27

Evening HayrideLone Elk..................................27

19 Trick or TrackMOT..........................................3

Ghost StoriesFort Belle...................................7

Family HayrideJefferson Barracks..................27

Evening HayrideLone Elk..................................27

Fall Color Canoe FloatMeramec River........................38

20 Trick or TrackMOT..........................................3

Fall Cruise to Washington, MOMOT..........................................5

Harvest FestivalLaumeier.................................24

Laumeier TourLaumeier.................................33

Night HikeJefferson Barracks..................36

22 Jolly Jack-O-LanternsCarousel..................................20


24 Fall Color Canoe FloatMeramec River........................38


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October

25 Halloween DARE DanceACC............ .............. .............. ...7

Boo-BashCarousel....................................7

Family HayrideCreve Coeur Park...................27

26 Singles HayrideCreve Coeur Park......................4

Ghost StoriesJefferson Barracks....................7

Boo-nanzaNCRC.......................................7

Family Hayride

Creve Coeur Park...................2730 Play & Ride

Carousel.................................19

November

1 Who Cooks for You All?Champ Park............................37

2 Childrens Garden ClubQueeny Park...........................21

Living History HayrideFort Belle.................................27

Flea MarketACC............ .............. .............. .28

Overnight HikeLone Elk..................................37

3 Living History HayrideFort Belle.................................27


9 Wheels & WineMOT..........................................5

Gadgetry for SeniorsGRC..........................................6

Fossil HuntGreensfelder Park...................20


16 Who Cooks for You All?Queeny...................................37

22 Singles Winter WonderlandWalk - Tilles..............................4

Winter Wonderland Walk(through 11/24) - Tilles..............6

27Winter Wonderland(through 1/1) - Tilles Park.........6

December


Holiday BazaarGRC..........................................3

Candy Cane HuntCarousel...................................8

Flea MarketACC/NCRC............ .............. ...28

Trout Fishing & Chili FeedSuson Park.............................39

8 Santa Claus Visit

ACC............ .............. .............. ..814 Wren House Building

Suson Park.............................33

15 Wren House BuildingSuson Park.............................33

20 Puppet ShowCarousel..................................20

26 Skate Camp (through 12/27)GRC........................................18


28 Girl Scout Learn to SkateKRC........................................22

January

3 Childrens Garden ClubBaisch & Skinner.....................21

8 Gadgetry for SeniorsGRC..........................................6

18 Singles Ice SkatingGRC..........................................4

21 Best Flies for Missouri TroutGRC........................................40

25 Eagle Watch & Trail WalkFort Belle................................35

February

1 Childrens Garden ClubSappington Garden Ctr...........21

8 Flea MarketNCRC.....................................28

14 Candlelight TourBissell House............................6

14 Puppet ShowCarousel.................................20

15 Singles VolleyballNCRC.......................................4

20 Fly Fishing Missouri TroutGRC........................................40


23 Legend of Lone ElkLone Elk Park.........................36

28 Mardi Gras DARE DanceACC.............. .............. ............. .8

Puppet ShowCarousel.................................20

March


Re-enactor & MilitaryCollectors Show - ACC.........23

6 Fly Fishing TechniquesGRC........................................40


8 Fossil HuntGreensfelder Park...................20

Flea MarketsNCRC & ACC..........................28

13 Reading the Water for TroutGRC........................................40


17 St. Pattys Day FloatMeramec River.......................38


April

11 Adult Easter Egg HuntJefferson Barracks....................6

12 Adult Easter Egg HuntJefferson Barracks....................6


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North11 Bissell House18 Bella Fontaine21 Larimore24 Endicott29 Fort Belle Fontaine32 Kinloch33 King Memorial34 Sioux Passage39 Spanish Lake40 Veterans Memorial /

North County Rec Plex42 Champ

59 St. Vincent60 McDonnell65 Castlepoint

West2 Creve Coeur2A Little Creve Coeur5 West Tyson7 Tilles8 Memorial9 Sherman Beach9A Al Foster9B Belleview Farm14 Love19 Packwood19A Rock Hollow

30 Greensfelder31 Lone Elk38 Queeny / Greensfelder Rec Plex43 Faust46 Ohlendorf West56 Ebsworth73 Museum of TransportationSouth

3 Sylvan Springs4 Jefferson Barracks6 Buder10 Black Forest12 St. George13 Bohrer15 Lemay16 Ohlendorf17 Mathilda-Welmering20 Grants Trail22 Affton Comm. Center28 Suson

35 Bee Tree37 Laumeier41 Cliff Cave44 Kennedy Rec Plex45 George Winter49 Clydesdale53 Unger57 Simpson61 Lower Meramec

Winter Wonderland@ Tilles Park

Memories Made Here.Open November 27 - January 1


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Hands-On Learning

Suson Barn ToursHeres an opportunity for kids to see what life was like downon the farm! Farmer Jim will lead a barn tour and teachabout the farm animals. Advance registration is required atleast 2 weeks in advance by calling (314) 615-8822.

Age Fee Location

All ages $30/group of 30 Suson Park

Day Date Time

Thurs - Sat May, June &September

10:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m.

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Docent - Guided Walking Tours

Age Fee Location

All ages $3/person$35/group of 12 or less

Laumeier

Day Date Time

Sunday 9/1, 9/15, 10/6 & 10/20 2 p.m.

Docent-guided walking tours for groups are available atLaumeier Sculpture Park. Tours last approximately 45minutes to an hour and reservations are required threeweeks in advance of the requested date. Tours may betailored to t specic group needs and interests.

Bring your walking shoes and meet in front of the MuseumShop for a free, one-hour guided tour of the LaumeierSculpture Park outdoor collection. Visit www.laumeier.org orcall (314) 615-5267 for more information.

Age Fee Location

All ages Free Laumeier

Bluebird House BuildingJoin a St. Louis County Park Ranger in building your very obluebird house. Help provide a home for our state bird. Meat Spindler Shelter. We will provide all the building materialbut please bring a hammer. Advanced registration is requirby calling (314) 615-8472.

Age Fee Location

All ages $8/person Suson Park

Day Date Time

Sunday 11/17 4 - 5:30 p.m.

Wren House Building

Age Fee Location

All ages $8/person Suson Park

Day Date Time

Saturday 12/14 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Sunday 12/15 2 - 3:30 p.m.

Do you have a certain person that is difcult to shop for duthe holidays? Join a St. Louis County Park Ranger in buildyour very own wren house and scratch that person off yourholiday list. Meet at Spindler Shelter and bring a hammer.

Advance registration required by calling(314) 615-8472.

Fall&Winter2013 l stlouisco.com/parks l 615-4FUN

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School Field Trips

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Age Location Program Contact Information

Grades 3-6 Faust Park Students tour Thornhill and the Historic Village to learn abouthistory and family life in the 1800s through hands-on, real-lifeactivities in an authentic environment. Several programs areavailable.

(314) 615-8328 or visitstlouisco.com/Parks/FaustE

All ages Museum ofTransportation

School groups experience a hands-on program led by amuseum educator.

Visit museumoftransport.orgor call (314) 965-6885, ext.

Grades 4-12 Jefferson BarracksPark

Come visit with Joseph Plumb Martin- a Revolutionary Warsoldier, Billy Yank, Johnny Reb, a Civil War spy or doctor,a WWI Doughboy and WWII G.I. Joe. Although created toaddress Missouris Core Curriculum standards for students,our programs are popular with many adult groups andorganizations. Advance registration required. $40/classpresentation.

(314) 615-5270 or [email protected]

For History BuffsUnited States Navy: WWI & WWIIThe Army protected the U.S. from sea to shining sea forgenerations but it was the Navy that guarded those seas.From WWI through WWII the Navy has a rich and excitinghistory. Uniforms, equipment and other artifacts will providean idea of what the life of the common sailor was like, inport, on the ships and during battle. This exhibit is open untilDecember 29, 2013.

Age Fee Location

All ages Donation Jefferson Barracks Park

The Homefront: V-mail to EmailThrough objects, photos and documents, this exhibitwill examine Americans who survived on the homefrontwhile their soldier, sailor, airman or marine was overseasdefending the nation. Well explore what life was like forthose on the homefront and the daily life of those in theservice. Rations cards, scrap metal drives, V-mail to email,K-rations to MREs, will be examined. This exhibit will beopen from April 5 to December 20, 2014.

Age Fee Location

All ages Donation Jefferson Barracks Park

Group Tours of Jefferson BarracksCome visit Jefferson Barracks and tour this grand old armybarracks by bus or haywagon. Our tours are popular withmany adult groups and organizations. Advance registrationrequired by calling (314) 544-5714 or e-mail [email protected].

Age Fee Location

All ages Bus: $3/person (24person min.) or $72/bus.Hayride: $120/ride

Jefferson BarracksPark

Historic Ghost StoriesGhosts and goblins rarely follow a schedule and neither wiwe if your group is willing to share an evening with those thenjoy things that go bump in the night. Whether you enjoyhearing tales in a 200-year-old mansion, among the stoneruins of Fort Belle Fontaine or in the hidden recesses ofJefferson Barracks, our story-tellers will be happy to guideyou to the other side of the night. Minimum group size is20. Advance reservation required two weeks in advanceof requested date by calling (314) 544-5714 or e-mail

[email protected].

Age Fee Location

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Experience.Discover.Explore

Eagle Watch & Trail WalkSpend your day with the Friends of Fort Belle Fontaine Parobserving the eagles. A live eagle and other birds of preyfrom the World Bird Sanctuary will be on site from noonuntil 2 p.m. Enjoy two guided hikes on the three-mile trail.Hikers and bikers are welcome to take the trek on their own

throughout the day. Refreshments will be served. Dress forthe weather and meet at the Grand Staircase. Advancedregistration is suggested by calling (314) 544-5714 or emai

[email protected].

Age Fee Location

All ages Free Fort Belle Fontaine

Day Date Time


Great Outdoors DayJoin the St. Louis County Parks Department and the MissoDepartment of Conservation to celebrate National Huntingand Fishing Day. This event will take place at the Jay HengShooting Range and in Antire Valley Park. A variety of venddisplays and demonstrations will bring the outdoors to you.Call (636) 938-9548 for more information.

Age Fee Location

All ages Free Antire Valley Park

Day Date Time



Prairie Day in the Conuence

Age Fee Location


Day Date Time


Celebrate prairies at two locations in Spanish Lake. First,from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., visit Fort Belle Fontaine Park tolearn about the wonders of an upland prairie. Enjoy a guidedwalk through the prairie then stay for a hot dog lunch cookedover an open campre. Next, take a short drive to ColumbiaBottom Conservation Area to learn more about a tallgrassprairie, during an open house from 12:30-2:30 p.m. There

will be short guided hikes held every 30 minutes, exploringthe prairie and information tables displaying prairie wildlife.In Partnership with: Missouri Department of Conservation.This program is free for members of the Friends of Fort BelleFontaine Park. Advance registration requested by calling(314) 544-5714 or via email [email protected].

Did You Know?

Prairies once covered 40% of the United States andare one of the most recently developed ecosystems inNorth America.Sadly, only about 1% of the North American prairiesstill exist today.


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Happy Trails

Moonlight Chubb Trail Bike RideRide the Chubb Trail after dark from 7-11 p.m. Start at theLone Elk Park-Chubb Trailhead and ride on your own. Thisis not a guided tour. This steep and narrow trail along theMeramec River Valley is suggested for advanced to expert

riders only. High intensity bicycle lights of at least 200 lumensare recommended. Program presented in cooperation withSunset Cyclery, (314) 966-5505. Helmets required for ages16 and under. Call (314) 615-4386 for more information.

Age Fee Location

All Ages Free Lone Elk Park

Day Date Time

Wednesday 3rd WednesdayJanuary-December

7-11 p.m.

Brunch Bike RideRide the trail link from Creve Coeur Park to the Katy Trail,then follow the trail into historic St. Charles. We will eat anearly lunch at the Winery of the Little Hills. Participants willmeet at the Lakehouse Restaurant at 2160 Creve Coeur MillRoad, in Creve Coeur Park. Helmets required for ages 16and under. Bikers should bring plenty of water. Fee includescost of lunch. Advanced registration required by calling(314) 615-4386.

Age Fee Location

All Ages $17/person Creve Coeur Park

Day Date Time

Saturday 9/7 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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Take a Kid Mountain BikingTake a Kid Mountain Biking is a national event thatencourages young riders to get outside and enjoy nature. will start with bike riding skills and end with a Park Rangerled ride on the Al Foster Trail. Helmet ttings and bikeinspections will be available. Parents are encouraged to riwith their kids. Helmets are required for those 16 and undeWater and snacks are provided. Bring your own bike andsunscreen. Advance registration is required by calling(314) 615-4386.

Age Fee Location

7+ $6/person Al Foster Trail

Day Date Time

Saturday 10/12 9 a.m. - noon

Night HikeTurn off the TV and enjoy an evening exploring JeffersonBarracks Park with a one-of-a-kind night hike led by a parkranger. Be prepared to be outnumbered by the wildlife yousee and hear. Meet at Leuthauser Shelter. Please bring a

ashlight and wear your walking shoes. Must be able to wa2 miles. Advance registration is requested. Walk-ups arewelcome. Call (314) 615-4386 for more information.

Age Fee Location

All Ages $5/person Jefferson Barracks Park

Day Date Time

Friday 10/11 7:30 - 9 p.m.

Sunday 10/20 7:30 - 9 p.m.

Evening WalkThis Park Ranger led walk will follow the Meramec GreenwayTrail. You will be introduced to the natural features andhistorical signicance of the region. Bring a ashlight andbe prepared to walk about two miles; dress for the weather.Meet at Goode Shelter in Winter Park. Advanced registrationis required by calling (314) 615-4386.

Age Fee Location

All Ages $5/person Winter Park

Day Date Time

Friday 9/13 6 - 8 p.m.

Legend of Lone Elk ParkA park naturalist will guide hikers on the White Bison Trailto observe the elk, deer, bison and other wildlife that callLone Elk Park home. Hikers will encounter steep rocky tra

Advance registration is required by calling (314) 615-8472

Age Fee Location

All Ages $6/person Lone Elk Park

Day Date TimeSunday 2/23 1 - 3 p.m.

Did You Know?

Bike riding is less strenuous onjoints, leg and arm muscles, ascompared to running, weightlifting, or aerobic exercises at agym.


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Happy Trails

Who Cooks for You -Who Cooks for You All?Join a park ranger on a night hike to discover who asks thatquestion and a whole lot more! Youll learn some amazingfacts about our secretive feathered friends and hopefully hearsome of them calling as we walk through the woods. Dressfor the weather and bring a ashlight to view these and othercreatures of the night. Advance registration is required bycalling (314) 615-8472.

Age Fee Location

All Ages $5/person Champ Park

Queeny Park (Mason Rd.)

Day Date Time

Friday 11/1 7 - 9 p.m.


Overnight Hike on Chubb TrailThis is an incredible opportunity to hike and camp whileletting someone else do the cooking! The hike will

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2013 Fall/Winter Activity Guide