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Adult Beginning Archery
Aim to discover a new precision sport! This course is for beginners with minimal experience. All equipment is provided. Instructor: Community Ed Staff Wednesdays, starts April 2 | 5 sessions Babler Outdoor Education Center | 9:00-10:00 a.m. Ages 18+ $59 | $29.50 Gold Card, $50.15 Silver Card Pay a little more and help others enjoy learning and fun with Community Ed! Each of our adult programs includes an option to ‘pay a little more.’ All funds raised help to provide enriching and engaging experiences for youth, families, and adults in need of financial assistance. Gold Card members (Parkway and Rockwood district residents ages 50 and older) receive a 50% discount for this class. The discounted rate will automatically be applied at checkout. You must have a Gold Card issued in your name to receive the discounted rate. If you do not have a Gold Card and would like to request one, complete an online request form. For any questions, please call us at 636-891-6644. Silver Card members (residents outside of the Parkway and Rockwood districts ages 50 and older) receive a 15% discount for this class. The discounted rate will automatically be applied at checkout. You must have a Silver Card membership to receive the discounted rate (you will not receive a physical card). If you are not registered for a Silver Card and would like to register, complete this online request form. Note: the Silver card does not provide free/reduced admission to Parkway or Rockwood High School sponsored events. -
Backpacking Basics
Learn the ABCs of backpacking from how to pack to what to bring and why. Once you know the fundamentals of backpacking, you are sure to be safe and comfortable on overnight or multi-day trips into nature. Thursday, February 6 | Parkway-Rockwood Community Ed Office | 6-7:30 p.m. Ages 14+ $19 | $9.50 Gold card, $14.25 Silver card Gold Card members (Parkway and Rockwood district residents ages 50 and older) receive a 50% discount for this class. The discounted rate will automatically be applied at checkout. You must have a Gold Card issued in your name to receive the discounted rate. If you do not have a Gold Card and would like to request one, complete an online request form. For any questions, please call us at 636-891-6644. Silver Card members (residents outside of the Parkway and Rockwood districts ages 50 and older) receive a 15% discount for this class. The discounted rate will automatically be applied at checkout. You must have a Silver Card membership to receive the discounted rate (you will not receive a physical card). If you are not registered for a Silver Card and would like to register, complete this online request form. Note: the Silver card does not provide free/reduced admission to Parkway or Rockwood High School sponsored events. Pay a little more and help others enjoy learning and fun with Community Ed! Each of our adult programs includes an option to ‘pay a little more.’ All funds raised help to provide enriching and engaging experiences for youth, families, and adults in need of financial assistance. -
Birthday Parties at the Babler Outdoor Education Center
Let us give your child and their friends an outdoor birthday EXPERIENCE they are sure to be talking about all year! From archery, GPS, NERF, Survival Skills and more there is something for everyone from ages 5-12. Along with your experience, enjoy a dedicated space for presents and cake. For more information, visit our website at prcommunityed.org or contact Supervisor Mike Dowell at dowellmike@prcommunityed.org. Check out what one family had to say! "We had such a great party for my 7 year old’s 'All About Animals' birthday at Babler. We were so impressed with all that was provided and with the instructor leading the party. The timing was spot on, the activities were perfect for that age group and the instructor was so easy to work with and handled everything. The outdoor and indoor spaces for the party worked out well and had everything we needed. We valued getting the kids outside and interacting with nature in such a fun way. Thank you for a well thought out and executed party at a reasonable price! We will certainly be recommending Babler OEC and will likely be back for another party in the future with one of our other children. One of the parents at the party said, 'This is the best birthday party we’ve been to!' and I agree!" -
Earth Day Academy
The month of April is a time when we celebrate Earth Day, Arbor Day, National Gardening Day, International Day for Biodiversity, National Park Week and more earth-centered days. Join us for presentations on the principles of "Leave No Trace", "America's National Parks", and make your own earthly sweet treat! Saturday, April 12 | Babler Outdoor Education Center | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. All ages | $12 per person -
Egg-cellent Scavenger Hunt
Experience an egg hunt like no other. Use a handheld GPS to find hidden eggs all over the Babler Outdoor Education Center. Exchange your eggs for prizes at the end! Taught by Community Ed Instructors. Session 1: Saturday, March 29 | 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Session 2: Saturday, March 29 | 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. $12 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 -
Family Archery
Ready, aim, fire! Families are invited to learn the basic archery skills that they can take to ranges across St. Louis County. All equipment is provided. Bows are the appropriate weight/height for youth ages 10+ through adult. Instructor: Community Ed Staff Session 1: Friday, March 7 Session 2: Friday, April 11 Session 3: Friday, May 9 Babler Outdoor Education Center | 5-7 p.m. Ages 10+ | $19 per person -
Family Fishing
Learn to fish as a family! Once you're "hooked", recreate the experience at one of the many stocked lakes and ponds throughout the St. Louis area! All equipment is provided. Taught by Community Ed instructors. Session 1: Saturday, March 22 Session 2: Saturday, April 26 Session 3: Saturday, May 17 Babler Outdoor Education Center | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. All ages | $19 per person -
Fundamentals of Fly Fishing
Bring your own fly rod, reel and line to learn about types of flies, how to cast them effectively and how to catch fish you'll be proud to brag about! Saturday, February 22 | Parkway-Rockwood Community Ed Office | 1-2:30 p.m. All ages | $19 per person -
Happy Hour Hiking Club
Start your weekend off right with your hiking boots! Each month, meet to socialize and hike a different trail. This month is Simpson Lake. Charcuterie and seasonal mocktails will be provided; participants can bring their own beverages as well. All hiking levels are welcome. Sign up for one hike or all three! This program is led by CE Instructor, Aimee Gao. Session 1: Friday, March 28 | Simpson Park | $35 ($17.50 Gold Card, $29.75 Silver Card) Session 2: Friday, April 25 | Bee Tree County Park | $35 ($17.50 Gold Card, $29.75 Silver Card) Session 3: Friday, May 16 | Castlewood State Park | $35 ($17.50 Gold Card, $29.75 Silver Card) Session 4: All three Hikes | September 6, October 4, November 8 | $105 ($52.50 Gold Card, $89.25 Silver Card) Ages 18+ | 5:30-7:30 p.m. Pay a little more and help others enjoy learning and fun with Community Ed! Each of our adult programs includes an option to ‘pay a little more'. All funds raised help to provide enriching and engaging experiences for youth, families, and adults in need of financial assistance. Gold Card members (Parkway and Rockwood district residents ages 50 and older) receive a 50% discount for this class. The discounted rate will automatically be applied at checkout. You must have a Gold Card issued in your name to receive the discounted rate. If you do not have a Gold Card and would like to request one, complete an online request form. For any questions, please call us at 636-891-6644. Silver Card members (residents outside of the Parkway and Rockwood districts ages 50 and older) receive a 15% discount for this class. The discounted rate will automatically be applied at checkout. You must have a Silver Card membership to receive the discounted rate (you will not receive a physical card). If you are not registered for a Silver Card and would like to register, complete this online request form. Note: the Silver card does not provide free/reduced admission to Parkway or Rockwood High School sponsored events. -
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, February 27 Session 2: Thursday, March 6 Session 3: Thursday, April 10 All ages | Babler Outdoor Education Center | 7:30-8:30 p.m. Price $9 per person *Dates subject to change due to the weather -
Wildflower Walks
Watch the woods come back to life as we visit glades, prairies, forests and other unique ecosystems. See the variety of native wildflowers blossom. This series will be held on a different trail each week. Hiking locations will be released each week prior to the hike and will include state parks and conservation areas in the St. Louis region (within an hour drive of West County). All trails will be marked "easy" to "moderate" and will average 2-3 miles in length. This program is led by CE Instructor, Aimee Gao. Session 1: Wednesdays, starts April 2 | 6 sessions | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Session 2: Wednesdays, starts April 2 | 6 sessions | 1:30-3:30 p.m. Ages 18+ $89 | $44.50 Gold Card, $75.65 Silver Card Pay a little more and help others enjoy learning and fun with Community Ed! Each of our adult programs includes an option to ‘pay a little more'. All funds raised help to provide enriching and engaging experiences for youth, families, and adults in need of financial assistance. Gold Card members (Parkway and Rockwood district residents ages 50 and older) receive a 50% discount for this class. The discounted rate will automatically be applied at checkout. You must have a Gold Card issued in your name to receive the discounted rate. If you do not have a Gold Card and would like to request one, complete an online request form. For any questions, please call us at 636-891-6644. Silver Card members (residents outside of the Parkway and Rockwood districts ages 50 and older) receive a 15% discount for this class. The discounted rate will automatically be applied at checkout. You must have a Silver Card membership to receive the discounted rate (you will not receive a physical card). If you are not registered for a Silver Card and would like to register, complete this online request form. Note: the Silver card does not provide free/reduced admission to Parkway or Rockwood High School sponsored events. -
Women's Archery
Ready, aim, fire! Women are invited to learn basic archery skills to take to ranges across St. Louis County. All equipment is provided. Instructor: Community Ed Staff Session 1: Thursday, March 6 Session 2: Thursday, April 10 Session 3: Thursday, May 8 Babler Outdoor Education Center | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Ages 18+ $19 | $9.50 Gold Card, $16.15 Silver Card Pay a little more and help others enjoy learning and fun with Community Ed! Each of our adult programs includes an option to ‘pay a little more.’ All funds raised help to provide enriching and engaging experiences for youth, families, and adults in need of financial assistance. Gold Card members (Parkway and Rockwood district residents ages 50 and older) receive a 50% discount for this class. The discounted rate will automatically be applied at checkout. You must have a Gold Card issued in your name to receive the discounted rate. If you do not have a Gold Card and would like to request one, complete an online request form. For any questions, please call us at 636-891-6644. Silver Card members (residents outside of the Parkway and Rockwood districts ages 50 and older) receive a 15% discount for this class. The discounted rate will automatically be applied at checkout. You must have a Silver Card membership to receive the discounted rate (you will not receive a physical card). If you are not registered for a Silver Card and would like to register, complete this online request form. Note: the Silver card does not provide free/reduced admission to Parkway or Rockwood High School sponsored events. -
Women's Fishing
Learn to fish and once youre "hooked", take your own rod and tackle to a variety of stocked lakes and ponds throughout the St. Louis area! All equipment is provided. Taught by Community Ed Instructor. Session 1: Saturday, March 22 Session 2: Saturday, April 26 Session 3: Saturday, May 17 Babler Outdoor Education Center | 9-10:30 a.m. Ages 18+ $19 per person | Gold and Silver Card do not apply Pay a little more and help others enjoy learning and fun with Community Ed! Each of our adult programs includes an option to ‘pay a little more'. All funds raised help to provide enriching and engaging experiences for youth, families, and adults in need of financial assistance.