Kathy and Bill Swedberg have lived in St. Charles for more than 45 years, but until a few months ago, they had never realized how many parks were located within the city. The St. Charles Park District owns and manages 1,450 acres of open space within the community, and the Swedbergs are out to visit
Discover what Blanding’s turtles eat for breakfast and how to prepare a meal for a bearded dragon at the St. Charles Park District’s Feed the Critters Program this winter. The program, new this year, invites visitors in small, private groups inside the Hickory Knolls Discovery Center to prepare and feed meals for the center’s animal
While it’s the recreation that often gets the spotlight the St. Charles Park District recently earned accolades for its conservation and care for open lands. The St. Charles Park District was awarded the Best Green Practices Award from the Illinois Association of Park Districts. The award recognizes the park district’s efforts to maintain 11 natural
Naturalist Pam Otto launches ‘Good Natured Hour’ variety show Pam Otto believes every organism has a story to tell. And for the past 12+ years, the St. Charles Park District’s outreach ambassador and naturalist has been telling those stories to residents: from seniors to preschoolers; to members of civic and social organizations; and to readers
Venture out to the Hickory Knolls Natural Area this fall to experience the trails like never before. St. Charles Park District staff recently installed an original walk-and-read children’s story to educate readers about the history of the land and the many different animals that live in and around the scenic open space. Consisting of 13
Burn Season Depends on Various Conditions The fall season is also prescription burn season in the St. Charles Park District’s natural areas, but that doesn’t mean burning will actually take place as planned. Conducting a controlled burn in any of the park district’s 415-plus acres of natural areas is a complex process and dependent on
Now more than ever, children and adults need an outlet to recharge their physical, social and emotional health. Finding a hobby, sport or regular activity can refuel the mind and body, and Sportsplex is here to help by continuing to offer soccer leagues and skills training this fall. From preschoolers to adults, the St. Charles
Inclusive programs give individuals with special needs opportunity for success As a founding member of the Fox Valley Special Recreation Association, the St. Charles Park District has offered inclusive opportunities for residents with special needs since 1976. This partnership with FVSRA allows individuals – from children to adults — with special needs to participate in
If there’s someone you know who is dreaming about learning to ride a horse the St. Charles Park District can put you in the saddle and fulfill those wishes. For more than 20 years the St. Charles Park District has partnered with local horse farms to offer classes for beginners of all ages. The strong
A recent shoreline stabilization project at the Pottawatomie Golf Course has preserved and saved the picturesque island green that draws so many to the historic 9-hole course. Work began in February 2020 to build a 218-foot timber wall to stabilize the east side of the island green that had been eroding into the river for
