Kids on Water
Kids and parents can learn to paddle and enjoy time on the water. Kids as young as 5 can participate. Get tickets here. Cost: $25 per adult / $10 per Continue Reading
Meet the Monarchs
Learn about the monarch butterfly and their life cycle and take a short hike. Sign up here.
Family Nature Adventures
Bring the whole family to visit 13 learning stations around the prairies, wetlands, and woodlands. Kids will get a passport stamped and after visiting at least 6 stations, they can Continue Reading
Visit the LEGO Exhibit at Klehm Arboretum This Summer
LEGO has made its way to Rockford in a fantastic limited-time exhibit at Klehm Arboretum and Botanic Garden. Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects exhibit has been traveling the country and is Continue Reading
Nature Connects Exhibit
Walk through the gardens and check out more than 15 nature-inspired LEGO sculptures. Cost: $8 per adult / $5 per kid / FREE for kids 3 and under
Intro to Stand Up Paddleboarding
Learn how to do Stand Up Paddleboarding and then go onto Pierce Lake and practice. Get tickets here.
Readings from the Rookery
Kids ages 5-9 can enjoy a story and do outdoor activities that relate to the story. Register here.
Growing Arts: Community Bookbinding with Regin Igloria
Explore art in nature with hand-made collaborative books from Regin Igloria on hand-built pedestals along the walking trail. Meet the artist and learn about his work, make your own mini Continue Reading
Sights, Smells, and Sounds of the Night
Hike through the park for two miles to look for bats, night blooming flowers, glow worms, and more. Register here.
Lavender Farm: Connect with Earths Beauty
Enjoy light yoga with Carol Johnson, meditation with Sarah Ingram, and singing bowls from Angelic Moana Kai at a private residence in Woodstock. Bring your own yoga mat. Register here. Continue Reading
