While it might be tempting to give Old Man Winter the cold shoulder, St. Louis offers plenty of great excuses to embrace the ice, snow and colder temperatures. Skip the annual hibernation and opt for these winter-themed events and cold-weather activities.
While it might be tempting to stay in your nest during the cold winter months, an opportunity to spot visiting bald eagles in their natural habitat can be a great excuse to bundle up and get outdoors. Whether you're looking for organized eagle day events or places to fly solo, you'll find plenty of options for spotting our national symbol in St. Louis.
Birdwatching can be a fun way to get outdoors, get active and explore nature as a family. For beginners, simply hanging a birdfeeder outside your window is a great place to start. For those seeking an adventure, head out to a local trail, conservation area or nature preserve with a birdwatching guide and a pair of binoculars and see how many birds you can spot in the wild. Here are a few resources to get you started in your new hobby.
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:
If you have a child who is fascinated by animals, consider fostering that curiosity with a camp this summer. The St. Louis area has no shortage of enriching experiences to learn more about animals.
EDITOR'S NOTE: The Saint Louis Zoo is temporarily closed to the public until further notice as a precautionary measure against the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). All public and private events as well as educational programs are canceled through at least April 22, 2020. The zoo will determine plans to reopen at a later date. Families can stay connected to the zoo through #BringTheStlZooToYou. Visit the Saint Louis Zoo's website for more information.
It’s no secret that the Saint Louis Zoo is one of the top attractions in the United States, but did you know it’s also a leader in protecting animal habitats around the world? To learn more about the zoo’s conservation efforts, I stopped in for a behind-the-scenes visit at the Penguin and Puffin Coast and chatted with Sydney Oliveira, zoological manager of birds.