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Bonfire Nights at Babler State Park
Join us for a memorable bonfire night, where friends and family come together to enjoy an evening of warmth, camaraderie, and unique experiences. This event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with others in the community, share stories, and create lasting memories under the starlit sky. Session 1: Saturday, September 28 | Glow Hunt Grab a lawn chair! Bonfire nights are the perfect chance to experience something fun and unique. Sit fireside with family and friends. Then, set out for adventure on a self-led Glow in the Dark Scavenger Hunt! It’s a perfect family-friendly night outdoors. Session 2: Saturday, October 5 | Night Hikes: Bonfire nights give your family the chance to experience something fun and unique. Sit fireside with family and friends. Our instructor will then lead you on a night time hike complete with interactive activities and discovery. What a great family-friendly night outdoors! Session 3: Saturday, October 12 | Astronomy: Stargazers, bonfire nights are a fun and unique experience. Sit fireside with family and friends. Then, head away from the light and experience the night sky. Take a look through a telescope and learn about our universe! It’s a stellar family-friendly night. Babler OEC | 6-9 p.m. All Ages | $12 per person | Gold/Silver Card does not apply -
Family Candy Cane Hunt
Set out on amazing candy cane hunts around the Babler Outdoor Education Center. The first candy cane hunt is a free-for-all style hunt where participants are separated by age group in different fields. On "GO," you will scramble to find as many candy canes as possible. After you find your fill, head out on a clue driven scavenger hunt to find MORE hidden candy canes all over the Babler Outdoor Education Center. Lastly, take a step inside to make festive crafts, sip on hot cocoa and win prizes! Saturday, December 7 | Babler Outdoor Education Center | 5:30-7 p.m. $9 per person (may sign up to 6 family members) When you are ordering this program, please select 1 adult as the attendee. You will be to prompted to choose your price according to the number of family members attending on a later screen. Do not check each family member attending. -
Geocaching: Harry Potter
A unique Harry Potter event like no other. Dress in your best wizard gear and grab your broomsticks! Our professors will introduce you to magical directional devices to use on your quest to discover secret destinations. Surprises and Potter-themed takeaways await you and your entire family! Session 1: Saturday, October 26 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Session 2: Saturday, October 26 | 1-4 p.m. $9 per person When you are ordering this program, please select 1 adult as the attendee. You will be to prompted to choose your price according to the number of family members attending on a later screen. You do not need to check each family member attending. Babler Outdoor Education Center is located in Babler State Park in Wildwood, MO. -
Starry Night
Step out into the night air and experience the sky like never before! Learn to read the night sky and discover constellations, planets and the moon. Dates subject to change due to weather. Taught by Community Ed Instructor Kevin Roenecker. Session 1: Thursday, September 19 Session 2: Thursday, December 12 All ages | Babler Outdoor Education Center | 7:30-8:30 p.m. Price $9 per person *Dates subject to change due to the weather -
The Night Sky: Meteor Shower
Join us and witness one of nature’s great shows in the sky! Learn why meteor showers happen and their impact during this fun experience for all ages. Taught by Community Ed Instructor Kevin Roenecker. Session 1: Thursday, October 17 Session 2: Saturday, November 16 All ages | Babler Outdoor Education Center | 7:30-8:30 p.m. Price $9 per person *Dates subject to change due to the weather