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Babler State Park - Week of 06/01-06/05
BablerWiLD:Wk 1: Summer Camp Classic | 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Grades entering K-6 | Babler OEC Outpost | $279Start your summer with this classic outdoor camp experience! Play in a creek, challenge friends to a game of gaga ball, hike in the woods, and make something to take home. Bring your friends and get ready to make new ones. Make it a summer you'll never forget! BablerWiLD is an outdoor and nature-based summer day camp located inside Babler Memorial State Park. Each week includes BablerWiLD's favorite activities such as creek walks, tag games, arts and crafts as well as specialty activities based around each week's individual theme. Please send your camper to camp each day with a water bottle, lunch, two (2) snacks, bug spray and sunscreen. Transportation options include: Parent drop off (Drop off between 8:30 am-9 am & Pick Up between 3-3:30 pm) Bus transportation from Eureka Elementary (Drop off between 7:35 am-7:45 am & Pick Up between 4:10 pm-4:25pm) Bus transportation from Kellison Elementary (Drop off between 8-8:10 am & Pick Up between 3:45 pm-4 pm) Bus transportation from Carman Trails Elementary (Drop off between 8:25 am-8:35 am & Pick Up between 3:20 pm-3:35 pm) -
Babler State Park - Week of 06/08-06/12
BablerWiLD Wk2: Nature Unleashed | 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Grades entering K-6 | Babler OEC Outpost | $279Get ready to unleash the fun during this amazing nature-based week! Learn a camouflage game, discover the tiny world around us with a bug hunt and more! This camp has something for every outdoor kid! The fun will continue throughout the week with our classic BablerWiLD games and themed activities. BablerWiLD is an outdoor and nature-based summer day camp located inside Babler Memorial State Park. Each week includes BablerWiLD's favorite activities such as creek walks, tag games, arts and crafts as well as specialty activities based around each week's individual theme. Please send your camper to camp each day with a water bottle, lunch, two (2) snacks, bug spray and sunscreen. Transportation options include: Parent drop off (Drop off between 8:30 am-9 am & Pick Up between 3-3:30 pm) Bus transportation from Eureka Elementary (Drop off between 7:35 am-7:45 am & Pick Up between 4:10 pm-4:25pm) Bus transportation from Kellison Elementary (Drop off between 8-8:10 am & Pick Up between 3:45 pm-4 pm) Bus transportation from Carman Trails Elementary (Drop off between 8:25 am-8:35 am & Pick Up between 3:20 pm-3:35 pm) -
Babler State Park - Week of 06/15-06/18
BablerWiLD Wk3: Wilderness Artists | 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Grades entering K-6 | Babler OEC Outpost | $225 (no class June 19)All the activities you love from BablerWiLD, now with extra artistic fun sprinkled throughout the week! Art comes in many forms, from sculpting creations from natural materials to inventing silly songs and more. Everyone will enjoy this outdoor week of creativity and fun, along with classic BablerWiLD games and themed activities. BablerWiLD is an outdoor and nature-based summer day camp located inside Babler Memorial State Park. Each week includes BablerWiLD's favorite activities such as creek walks, tag games, arts and crafts as well as specialty activities based around each week's individual theme. Please send your camper to camp each day with a water bottle, lunch, two (2) snacks, bug spray and sunscreen. Transportation options include: Parent drop off (Drop off between 8:30 am-9 am & Pick Up between 3-3:30 pm) Bus transportation from Eureka Elementary (Drop off between 7:35 am-7:45 am & Pick Up between 4:10 pm-4:25pm) Bus transportation from Kellison Elementary (Drop off between 8-8:10 am & Pick Up between 3:45 pm-4 pm) Bus transportation from Carman Trails Elementary (Drop off between 8:25 am-8:35 am & Pick Up between 3:20 pm-3:35 pm) -
Babler State Park - Week of 06/22-06/26
BablerWiLD Wk4: Wildlife Explorers | 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Grades entering K-6 | Babler OEC Outpost | $279Get ready to explore! Spend a week outdoors discovering the amazing wildlife all around us. From plants and animals to scavenger hunts and bug hikes, there’s always something new to find. You won’t believe what you uncover when you become a true wildlife explorer! BablerWiLD is an outdoor and nature-based summer day camp located inside Babler Memorial State Park. Each week includes BablerWiLD's favorite activities such as creek walks, tag games, arts and crafts as well as specialty activities based around each week's individual theme. Please send your camper to camp each day with a water bottle, lunch, two (2) snacks, bug spray and sunscreen. Transportation options include: Parent drop off (Drop off between 8:30 am-9 am & Pick Up between 3-3:30 pm) Bus transportation from Eureka Elementary (Drop off between 7:35 am-7:45 am & Pick Up between 4:10 pm-4:25pm) Bus transportation from Kellison Elementary (Drop off between 8-8:10 am & Pick Up between 3:45 pm-4 pm) Bus transportation from Carman Trails Elementary (Drop off between 8:25 am-8:35 am & Pick Up between 3:20 pm-3:35 pm) -
Babler State Park - Week of 06/29-07/02
BablerWiLD Wk5: Creeks and Critters | 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Grades entering K-6 | Babler OEC Outpost | $225 (no class July 3)Join us for a mini-camp, jam-packed with creek adventures each day! Find a crawfish, make your own face paint, crawl through a small cave, and get ready for an adventure like no other. The fun continues with classic BablerWiLD games and creek activities. BablerWiLD is an outdoor and nature-based summer day camp located inside Babler Memorial State Park. Each week includes BablerWiLD's favorite activities such as creek walks, tag games, arts and crafts as well as specialty activities based around each week's individual theme. Please send your camper to camp each day with a water bottle, lunch, two (2) snacks, bug spray and sunscreen. Transportation options include: Parent drop off (Drop off between 8:30 am-9 am & Pick Up between 3-3:30 pm) Bus transportation from Eureka Elementary (Drop off between 7:35 am-7:45 am & Pick Up between 4:10 pm-4:25pm) Bus transportation from Kellison Elementary (Drop off between 8-8:10 am & Pick Up between 3:45 pm-4 pm) Bus transportation from Carman Trails Elementary (Drop off between 8:25 am-8:35 am & Pick Up between 3:20 pm-3:35 pm) -
Babler State Park - Week of 07/06-07/10
BablerWiLD Counselor-in-Training (CIT) | 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Grades entering 7-9 | Babler OEC Outpost | $389Are you a future leader? This engaging two-week experience is perfect for young adults who want to build leadership skills, take on more responsibility, and learn what it takes to work with youth. Support the BablerWiLD mission by helping with our youngest campers while gaining hands-on experience. It’s the perfect mix of fun and skill building! Instructor: Community Ed Staff BablerWiLD Wk6: Nature Detectives | 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Grades entering K-6 | Babler OEC Outpost | $279 Put on your detective hat and get outside this summer! Learn to solve mysteries, check for fingerprints, and analyze evidence all while exploring the outdoors! Nature is full of mysteries, can you help us discover the answers?The fun will continue throughout the week with our classic BablerWiLD games and themed activities. BablerWiLD is an outdoor and nature-based summer day camp located inside Babler Memorial State Park. Each week includes BablerWiLD's favorite activities such as creek walks, tag games, arts and crafts as well as specialty activities based around each week's individual theme. Please send your camper to camp each day with a water bottle, lunch, two (2) snacks, bug spray and sunscreen. Transportation options include: Parent drop off (Drop off between 8:30 am-9 am & Pick Up between 3-3:30 pm) Bus transportation from Eureka Elementary (Drop off between 7:35 am-7:45 am & Pick Up between 4:10 pm-4:25pm) Bus transportation from Kellison Elementary (Drop off between 8-8:10 am & Pick Up between 3:45 pm-4 pm) Bus transportation from Carman Trails Elementary (Drop off between 8:25 am-8:35 am & Pick Up between 3:20 pm-3:35 pm) -
Babler State Park - Week of 07/13-07/17
Nature Survival Camp | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Grades entering 6-8 | Babler Outdoor Education Center | $129 (transporation not available) Do you have what it takes to survive in the wilderness? Join us for an action-packed week of learning and exploration. Master essential survival skills like building fires, constructing shelters, and navigating the terrain, all in a fun and supportive environment. Learn to stay safe from the elements, explore the great outdoors, meet new friends, and experience a week full of adventure and survival skills! Instructor: Matt McKenzie BablerWiLD Wk7: Wacky Water Week | 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Grades entering K-6 | Babler OEC Outpost | $279 It’s hot outside! Cool off with a week of water fun at BablerWiLD. Swim in our lifeguard- and counselor-supervised pool, try out the slip 'n slide, and enjoy your favorite games. The excitement continues all week with classic BablerWiLD activities and themed fun. BablerWiLD is an outdoor and nature-based summer day camp located inside Babler Memorial State Park. Each week includes BablerWiLD's favorite activities such as creek walks, tag games, arts and crafts as well as specialty activities based around each week's individual theme. Please send your camper to camp each day with a water bottle, lunch, two (2) snacks, bug spray and sunscreen. Transportation options include: Parent drop off (Drop off between 8:30 am-9 am & Pick Up between 3-3:30 pm) Bus transportation from Eureka Elementary (Drop off between 7:35 am-7:45 am & Pick Up between 4:10 pm-4:25pm) Bus transportation from Kellison Elementary (Drop off between 8-8:10 am & Pick Up between 3:45 pm-4 pm) Bus transportation from Carman Trails Elementary (Drop off between 8:25 am-8:35 am & Pick Up between 3:20 pm-3:35 pm) -
Babler State Park - Week of 07/20-07/24
BablerWiLD Wk8: Survival Week | 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Grades entering K-6 | Babler OEC Outpost | $279 Construct a shelter, build a fire, and be a survivor at camp! Learn survival skills and keep yourself safe while pushing boundaries, trying new things, and making friends! Continue the fun with our classic BablerWiLD games and survival activities. BablerWiLD is an outdoor and nature-based summer day camp located inside Babler Memorial State Park. Each week includes BablerWiLD's favorite activities such as creek walks, tag games, arts and crafts as well as specialty activities based around each week's individual theme. Please send your camper to camp each day with a water bottle, lunch, two (2) snacks, bug spray and sunscreen. Transportation options include: Parent drop off (Drop off between 8:30 am-9 am & Pick Up between 3-3:30 pm) Bus transportation from Eureka Elementary (Drop off between 7:35 am-7:45 am & Pick Up between 4:10 pm-4:25pm) Bus transportation from Kellison Elementary (Drop off between 8-8:10 am & Pick Up between 3:45 pm-4 pm) Bus transportation from Carman Trails Elementary (Drop off between 8:25 am-8:35 am & Pick Up between 3:20 pm-3:35 pm) -
Babler State Park - Week of 07/27-07/31
Nature Survival Camp | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Grades entering 6-8 | Babler Outdoor Education Center | $129 (transporation not available) Do you have what it takes to survive in the wilderness? Join us for an action-packed week of learning and exploration. Master essential survival skills like building fires, constructing shelters, and navigating the terrain, all in a fun and supportive environment. Learn to stay safe from the elements, explore the great outdoors, meet new friends, and experience a week full of adventure and survival skills! Instructor: Matt McKenzie BablerWiLD Wk9: Off the Beaten Path | 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Grades entering K-6 | Babler OEC Outpost | $279 Do you have what it takes to survive in the outdoors? Ready to get a little dirty along the way? Learn to build shelters, make fires, practice basic first aid, and find food while exploring camp in this epic BablerWiLD adventure! BablerWiLD is an outdoor and nature-based summer day camp located inside Babler Memorial State Park. Each week includes BablerWiLD's favorite activities such as creek walks, tag games, arts and crafts as well as specialty activities based around each week's individual theme. Please send your camper to camp each day with a water bottle, lunch, two (2) snacks, bug spray and sunscreen. Transportation options include: Parent drop off (Drop off between 8:30 am-9 am & Pick Up between 3-3:30 pm) Bus transportation from Eureka Elementary (Drop off between 7:35 am-7:45 am & Pick Up between 4:10 pm-4:25pm) Bus transportation from Kellison Elementary (Drop off between 8-8:10 am & Pick Up between 3:45 pm-4 pm) Bus transportation from Carman Trails Elementary (Drop off between 8:25 am-8:35 am & Pick Up between 3:20 pm-3:35 pm) -
Babler State Park - Week of 08/03-08/07
All Abilities Camp | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Recommended for grades entering K-6 | Babler Outdoor Education Center | $135 (transportation not available)Have fun and celebrate our abilities! This dynamic camp is designed for youth with intellectual or physical impairments and offers both outdoor and indoor activities that support social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through recreation and leisure. Our program promotes physical fitness, independence, and socialization, all while campers enjoy traditional summer camp activities. Choose Your Own Adventure Week at the Babler OEC | 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Grades entering K-6 | Babler OEC | $279 Join us for a full-day camp packed with swimming, activities, and adventure! Campers will be grouped by age for some activities but can also choose the activities they want to participate in. With options like slime, LEGO, sports, shelter building, and more, there’s truly something for everyone. All campers will have the chance to enjoy our pool each day. Transportation options for the Choose Your Own Adventure Week: Please send your camper to camp each day with a water bottle, lunch, two (2) snacks, bug spray and sunscreen. Transportation options include: Parent drop off (Drop off between 8:30 am-9 am & Pick Up between 3-3:30 pm) Bus transportation from Eureka Elementary (Drop off between 7:35 am-7:45 am & Pick Up between 4:10 pm-4:25pm) Bus transportation from Kellison Elementary (Drop off between 8-8:10 am & Pick Up between 3:45 pm-4 pm) Bus transportation from Carman Trails Elementary (Drop off between 8:25 am-8:35 am & Pick Up between 3:20 pm-3:35 pm) -
Babler State Park - Week of 08/10-08/14
See below for all programs at Babler State Park for this week. Journey with Brick Sharks | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Babler Outdoor Education Center | $165Embark on an underwater adventure with Journey with Sharks, where Shark Week comes to life through LEGO® building! Aspiring shark biologists will construct LEGO® models of sharks, from the mighty Great White to the legendary Megalodon. Dive into a week of motorized sharks, sea life mosaics, and discovering the wonders of the deep blue. All campers take home a custom mini figure. Instructor: Bricks 4 Kidz Slime Science | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Babler Outdoor Education Center | $165Get ready for a messy, creative adventure! In this exciting camp, kids will dive into hands-on science and unleash their creativity by making a variety of slimes and concoctions. From stretchy, colorful slimes to fun, unique creations, this camp is the perfect mix of science, play, and imagination. It's a fun way for kids to experiment with textures, colors, and shapes while learning the magic behind their gooey masterpieces. Offered in Partnership with Planting Seeds Academic Solutions Clay Creations: Sculpting Your Imagination | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Babler Outdoor Education Center | $165In this hands-on course, students will discover the art of working with air-dry clay, exploring the basics of clay tools, textures, and techniques. They’ll create their own unique pieces each session, learning sculpting methods and experimenting with different textures and finishes. Projects include fun and functional items like sculptures, personalized mugs, and more. This class is perfect for young artists looking to express themselves through clay while developing new artistic skills. Offered in partnership with Planting Seeds Academic Solutions Brick City | 12:30-3:30 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Babler Outdoor Education Center | $165Let’s build a CITY! Campers will step into the shoes of architects and engineers, using their skills to create city-themed models with LEGO® Bricks. They’ll have a blast moving people around town with custom-built cars. All campers take home a custom mini figure. Instructor: Bricks 4 Kidz EnGenius Kids Engineering | 12:30-3:30 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Babler Outdoor Education Center | $165Students interested in engineering and STEM- based activities will have a blast in this class! We'll cover concepts including the engineering design process, gineering as a career, and the growth mindset (plus more!) through project-based activities that students of all ages will love. Eachclass will have its own challenge that tudents will need to tackle as a group. We'll focus on creating a safe and comfortable learning environment where students will be encouraged to use critical thinking skills to generate new ideas as solutions. Activities include: Marshmallow Structures, Hovercrafts, Catapults. Offered in partnership with Planting Seeds Academic Solutions Jewelry from the Earth: Crafting with Care | 12:30-3:30 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Babler Outdoor Education Center | $165In this eco-friendly jewelry- making course, students embark on a creative journey starting with recycled materials to craft environmentally conscious accessories. They will then advance to using polymer clay to design more intricate and customizable pieces. The course culminates in working with resin to create unique and polished items like bracelets, rings, jewelry boxes, and keychains. Along the way, students will explore their artistic potential while learning important sustainable art techniques, emphasizing the use of eco-friendly practices and materials throughout the creative process. Offered in partnership with Planting Seeds Academic Solutions -
Babler State Park - Week of 08/17-08/21
See below for all programs at Babler State Park for this week. Disney Characters & Star Wars | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Babler Outdoor Education Center | $165Build motorized Star Wars models for both the Rebel forces and the Dark Side. Disney fans can enjoy lots of Princesses, Mickey, and Donald too! Experience this stellar, magical adventure. All campers take home a custom mini figure. Instructor: Bricks 4 Kidz Slime Science | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Babler Outdoor Education Center | $165Get ready for a messy, creative adventure! In this exciting camp, kids will dive into hands-on science and unleash their creativity by making a variety of slimes and concoctions. From stretchy, colorful slimes to fun, unique creations, this camp is the perfect mix of science, play, and imagination. It's a fun way for kids to experiment with textures, colors, and shapes while learning the magic behind their gooey masterpieces. Offered in Partnership with Planting Seeds Academic Solutions Clay Creations: Sculpting Your Imagination | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Babler Outdoor Education Center | $165In this hands-on course, students will discover the art of working with air-dry clay, exploring the basics of clay tools, textures, and techniques. They’ll create their own unique pieces each session, learning sculpting methods and experimenting with different textures and finishes. Projects include fun and functional items like sculptures, personalized mugs, and more. This class is perfect for young artists looking to express themselves through clay while developing new artistic skills. Offered in partnership with Planting Seeds Academic Solutions Minecraft Bricks | 12:30-3:30 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Babler Outdoor Education Center | $165Enjoy a week of building Minecraft characters with LEGO bricks, creating motorized LEGO builds, and playing the Minecraft computer game. No experience necessary! Two great things that go great together, Minecraft and LEGO bricks. All campers take home a custom mini figure. Instructor: Bricks 4 Kidz EnGenius Kids Engineering | 12:30-3:30 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Babler Outdoor Education Center | $165Students interested in engineering and STEM- based activities will have a blast in this class! We'll cover concepts including the engineering design process, gineering as a career, and the growth mindset (plus more!) through project-based activities that students of all ages will love. Eachclass will have its own challenge that tudents will need to tackle as a group. We'll focus on creating a safe and comfortable learning environment where students will be encouraged to use critical thinking skills to generate new ideas as solutions. Activities include: Marshmallow Structures, Hovercrafts, Catapults. Offered in partnership with Planting Seeds Academic Solutions Jewelry from the Earth: Crafting with Care | 12:30-3:30 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Babler Outdoor Education Center | $165In this eco-friendly jewelry- making course, students embark on a creative journey starting with recycled materials to craft environmentally conscious accessories. They will then advance to using polymer clay to design more intricate and customizable pieces. The course culminates in working with resin to create unique and polished items like bracelets, rings, jewelry boxes, and keychains. Along the way, students will explore their artistic potential while learning important sustainable art techniques, emphasizing the use of eco-friendly practices and materials throughout the creative process. Offered in partnership with Planting Seeds Academic Solutions -
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: Sunday, June 7Session 2: Sunday, July 19Session 3: Sunday, August 2Session 4: Sunday, August 16 Babler Outdoor Education Center | 2-4 p.m.Ages 10+ | $19 per person -
Family Outdoor Cooking: Breakfast
Gather the family for a warm and memorable outdoor cooking adventure! Together, you'll learn to build a safe campfire and cook a delicious meal in a cast iron Dutch oven. It’s a hands-on experience where both kids and adults can enjoy rustic cooking, learn safe fire-building skills, and the joy of creating something over an open flame. Instructor: Matt McKenzie All Ages Sunday, July 12 | 9-11 a.m. Babler Outdoor Education Center1 session $19 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. -
Family Outdoor Cooking: Dessert
Experience a family-friendly outdoor cooking class and make a simple, delicious dessert in a cast iron Dutch oven over an open fire. Kids and adults will get hands-on experience with safe fire-building and rustic cooking skills. Instructor: Matt McKenzie All Ages Sunday, August 23 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. Babler Outdoor Education Center1 session $19 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. -
Family Outdoor Cooking: Dinner
Join us for a fun, outdoor cooking class with your family! Learn to prepare a simple and tasty meal using a cast iron Dutch oven over an open fire. Both kids and adults will get hands-on experience with safe fire-building techniques and rustic cooking skills. Instructor: Matt McKenzie All Ages Sunday, August 9 | 4-6 p.m. Babler Outdoor Education Center1 session $19 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. -
Family Outdoor Cooking: Lunch
Bring the family for an outdoor cooking adventure! Learn to make a simple, delicious lunch in a cast iron Dutch oven over an open fire, while kids and adults gain hands-on experience with safe fire-building and rustic cooking skills. Instructor: Matt McKenzie All Ages Sunday, July 26 | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Babler Outdoor Education Center1 session $19 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.