Warmer weather has many area families longing for new outdoor adventures. Check out what's "springing up" at area parks:
As we prepare to close out another year, here's what St. Louis-area families can look forward to in 2024:
The public is invited to celebrate the opening of the new park at Chain of Rocks Bridge April 14 from 2-4 p.m.
Kids can take in a great book as they take a stroll at several local Storybook Walks, unique trails with children's books posted along a walking path.
St. Louis is known for the Gateway Arch, Forest Park and the Mighty Mississippi River, but did you also know it’s also home to a growing network of greenways connecting our region’s parks, rivers, cultural landmarks and communities? No two greenways are alike; some travel through quiet wooded areas, while others connect to shopping districts, neighborhoods, libraries, parks and schools. With 128 miles (and counting) built to date, greenways are great places for families to walk, ride a bike and enjoy some free fresh air.
Here are five fun things to do on a greenway this summer:
When the mild temperatures of spring dissolve into the warm, humid days of a Missouri summer, the idea of running on a greenway, going for a spin on your bike or hiking your favorite dusty trail might seem a little less appealing. Before you resign to spending the dog days of summer parked on the sofa, however, why not turn your attention to a new outdoor activity? If you love the outdoors you’ve no doubt explored the region’s rivers and lakes by foot, by bike or perhaps even by horseback, but a growing trend is making it easier than ever for families to explore our waterways by canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and rafts.