A Publication of the St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department - March/April 2022 |
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Museum Closes March 1 to Prepare for New Exhibits
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 Heritage Museum staff unwrap Revolutionary War exhibit artifacts on loan by Stephen Kling Jr. (From left to right: Drew Quon, Ben Gall, Stephen Kling, Jr. and Kristine Madras.)
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The Heritage Museum in St. Charles has temporarily closed its doors, but the public can look forward to a big celebration when it reopens with a new and exciting exhibit, “The American Revolutionary War.” Scheduled to debut on May 21, this will be the first time the exhibit has been on display ever.
In the main museum gallery, guests will learn about the Mississippi River Valley during the war and our region’s contributions to the conflict. This part of the exhibit is based on the book The American Revolution in the West by St. Louisan Stephen L. Kling, Jr., and will feature rare artifacts, original documents, uniforms, flags and interactive components. Other exhibits throughout the museum delve into the history of St. Charles County during the Colonial era and the War of 1812.
Join us for a grand reopening of the museum from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, May 21. This is a free, family-friendly event featuring: - Giveaways to the first 500 guests
- Museum tours
- Living history demonstrations
- Book purchases and signing by author Stephen L. Kling, Jr.
- Special speakers
- Food trucks
- And more!
Follow us on Facebook or online for more information and updates or call us at 636-255-6000. |
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Pump Track World Qualifier Returns to Kinetic Park
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 Wentzville teen Brooklynne Schuetz took home first place in the women’s category in 2021 at Kinetic Park and received and all-expenses paid trip to Red Bull World Finals.
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For a second consecutive year, the St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department is hosting one of the most exciting biking events of the year! The Red Bull UCI Pump Track World Championships Qualifier is returning to Kinetic Park, Saturday, Aug. 6, and is anticipated to draw competitors and spectators from Missouri, across the United States and the world! Racer registration, sponsorships and exhibitor/vendor information will be available soon!
At this premier event, competitive BMX and MTB riders ages 17 and up will race against the clock in separate runs vying for a spot in Red Bull’s World event. The top four men and women from this qualifier will advance to the world event in Santiago, Chile, on Nov. 20. The top male and female finishers receive an all-expenses paid trip to the world event and compete for the championship title.
For more information about the Red Bull qualifier and other biking events, follow the Kinetic Park Facebook page or call Kinetic Park at 636-561-4964. |
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Registration Now Open for Summer Camp Adventures!
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 Campers at Camp Quail participate in outdoor activities such as hiking, map reading, plant and animal ID and water ecology. This popular half-day nature camp is for children ages 7-11.
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Enrollment is now open for our exciting lineup of summer camp adventures in the parks! This year, children ages 6-17 can experience day and week-long nature, fishing, extreme-sports, art, and history adventures.
These camps are a great way for children and teens to stay active, create memories,build new friendships, and just have fun! Camps are from June through August in a safe and supervised park environment.
Here's the 2022 lineup:- Youth Fishing Day Camp: 8 a.m.-12 p.m., June 8 at Indian Camp Creek Park
- Kinetic Kids Kamp: 8 a.m.-4 p.m., June 13-17 at Kinetic Park
- Nature’s Canvas Art Camp: 8 a.m.-1 p.m., June 21-24 at Broemmelsiek Park
- Youth Fishing Day Camp: 8 a.m.-12 p.m., June 22 at Towne Park
- Outdoor Adventure School: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., June 27-July 1 at various St. Charles County Parks locations
- Kinetic Kids Kamp: 8 a.m.-4 p.m., June 27-July 1 at Kinetic Park
- Youth Fishing Day Camp: 8 a.m.-12 p.m., June 29 at Quail Ridge Park
- History Explorer Kids Club: 9 a.m.-12 p.m., July 11-15 at Heritage Museum
- Kinetic Kids Kamp: 8 a.m.-4 p.m., July 11-15 at Kinetic Park
- Camp Quail Session #1: 8 a.m.-12 p.m., July 11-15 at Quail Ridge Park,
- Youth Fishing Day Camp: 7-11 a.m., July 13 at The Park at New Melle Lakes
- Camp Quail Session #2: 8 a.m.-12 p.m., July 18-22 at Quail Ridge Park
- Daniel Boone Home Day Camp: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., July 25-29 at The Historic Daniel Boone Home
- Kinetic Kids Kamp: 8 a.m.-4 p.m., July 25-29 at Kinetic Park
- Youth Fishing Day Camp: 7-11 a.m., July 27 at Broemmelsiek Park
- Youth Fishing Day Camp: 7-11 a.m., Aug. 10 at The Park at New Melle Lakes
For more information and to register online for each camp, click on the program link above or call the Parks Department at 636-949-7535. |
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Eat Smart, Play Harder at Kinetic Park
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 Guests are greeted with a new display case filled with wholesome, flavorful foods that promote good health at the concession stand at Kinetic Park, thanks to a Missouri grant.
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Thanks to a $5,000 Eat Smart in the Parks grant awarded by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, guests are making healthier choices at the concession stand at Kinetic Park. Instead of candy bars and chips, they are greeted with a new display case filled with wholesome, flavorful foods that promote good health. Some of the new healthier foods available at the concession stand in the park include fresh vegetables, yogurt, pudding, fruit cups, nuts, cheese and more! "Families who visit this popular, destination park participate in high-energy extreme sports, such as riding, skating, and climbing, so it is essential that healthier food and drink options are available on our menu," says Ryan Graham, Parks Director. The funds received from the grant were used to purchase a new double-door reach-in refrigerator and countertop refrigerated case that are being used to house and display the healthy food. Two LED screens also were purchased with the grant and display menus and photos of food choices. |
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Family Fun Awaits at March 5 Maple Syrup Festival
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 Volunteer Haley Schnaath and Ranger Angel Ray demonstrate the historic process of creating maple syrup at The Historic Daniel Boone Home in Defiance.
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Step back in time and celebrate the sweet season of making maple syrup with the St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department at the annual Maple Syrup Festival, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, March 5. Everyone is invited to sample and purchase local syrup at this free event at The Historic Daniel Boone Home in Defiance.
You’ll be amazed at how easy it is to turn gallons of raw sap tapped from park trees into edible sweet syrup. Demonstrations of this 19th century, historic process will take place throughout the day at the park. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions of the frontiersmen and women leading the program, and sample maple syrup with complimentary bite-sized pancakes. Vieth Valley Farms of Marthasville, Mo., also will be demonstrating the modern-day method of making maple syrup. The farm’s staff will showcase how they use present-day equipment to turn 40 gallons of sap taken from their 130-year-old sugar maples into one gallon of edible maple syrup. After each demonstration, delicious Grade A, Amber syrup will be available for purchase; Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck also will offer sweet beverages for purchase at this family-friendly favorite!
Guests can take a self-guided tour of the park village grounds, visit the gift shop, and experience a paid tour of the Boone Home and meet famous Missourians Daniel and Rebecca Boone portrayed by national interpretive award winners. The park is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Don’t miss out! This event is sure to be a crowd pleaser and an educational experience for all ages. Registration is not needed. For more information, call The Historic Daniel Boone Home at 636-798-2005. |
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More Events and Important Dates
Ongoing: Ranger-Guided Hikes
Ongoing: School Field Trips
Ongoing: Friday Night Public Stargazing
March 4, and April 1: History Over Drinks
March 4, April 1, May 6, June 3, July 1, Aug. 5: Seasonal Nature Walks
March 5: Washers Tournament
March 5 and April 30: A Visit with Daniel and Rebecca Boone
March 10: Rewinding Yoga at Klondike Park (morning and evening sessions)
March 11: Murder Mystery Dinner
March 11, April 1 and April 29: Nature's Nightshift
March 12, March 19 and April 16: Trail Work Days
March 12 and April 16: Pokémon Park Patrol
March 14 & 26, April 15 and May 21: Ranger-Guided Bird Walks - Spring Migration
March 19: Shamrock & Roll
March 19: March Overnight Bikepacking
March 19: Little Leprechaun Time Trials
March 20: Hands-On: Journal Making
March 20: Yoga and Hiking in the Park
March 21 and April 18: Historic Free Play
March 22, April 5, and May 3, 17 & 31: Community Service Days
March 24: Trivia Night
March 26 & 30, and April 15 & 24: Golden Hour Hikes 2022
March 28: Nature Journaling Through the Seasons
April 1 & 15: Mountain Bike Night Rides
April 2: Mission Stream Clean
April 9: EGGstravaganza Hunt
April 9: iNatural Hike
April 9: Pioneer Women: Blackpowder to Sampler
April 10: Talkin' Turkey Vultures
April 16: Oxen Mill Trial History
April 23: Earth Day Appreciation
April 30: Spring Campout
April 30: Fruits of the Forest
May 13, June 8, July 13 and Aug. 24: Senior Bike Rides
May 18: Date Night in the Park
May 21: Daniel Boone Home Brew Fest
May 25: Homeschool Days (morning and afternoon sessions)
May 28: May Bikepacking Overnight
May 29 and June 13: Archery Skills for Children
May 29 and June 13: Archery Skills for Adults
June 18: Embark on the Park
June 18: Father's Day Grill Out
July 23: Hands-On Heritage: Soap Making
June 24: Disc Golf Summer Glow
July 2: Nature Arts and Crafts
July 30: Disc Golf Weekend Extravaganza
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