Simple trips are often the best.
You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.
Nov 30 – Nov 30, -0001
Nature Sanctuary Day Camp
Parkville
Summer Day Camp (10 a.m. -2 p.m.) featuring nature activities and hikes for children ages…
Missouri
Educational in Missouri
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Take the long way.
The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.
Jan 17 – Jan 17, 2026
Black History Day
Athens
A video and a speaker will focus on the black experience and black history. Free…
Take less, experience more.
What you carry matters less than what you notice.
Feb 6 – Feb 6, 2026
Dr. Suess Safari
Liberty
How would Dr Seuss describe a trip to the Nature Sanctuary? Reading a short nature-inspired…
Let the road decide.
Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.
Feb 19 – Feb 19, 2026
Homeschoolers Programs
Liberty
Please choose only one of the two programs available this month. Habitat Seasons is a…
Keep it easy.
The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.
Feb 24 – Feb 26, 2026
Junior Naturalist Camp
Liberty
Spring BREAK takes a fun new turn to nature that you don't want to miss!…
Take the detour.
The extra miles are often where the story begins.
Mar 5 – Mar 8, 2026
Shannondale Craft Camp
Salem
Intensive craft workshops. Many topics, including "native Ozark" crafts such as blacksmithing, rug hooking, spinning,…
Go a little further.
The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.
Mar 19 – Mar 22, 2026
Spring Flint Knap-In
Sibley
Witness this ancient tradition. The art of tool making will be demonstrated and discussed by…
Stay curious.
A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.
Mar 31 – Mar 31, 2026
Homeschoolers Programs
Liberty
Please choose only one of the two programs available this month. Colossal Fossil is a…
Stop when something catches your eye.
Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.
Apr 4 – Apr 4, 2026
Wildflower Wander
Liberty
In honor of National Arbor Day (April 27), join us to learn all about the…
Take less, experience more.
What you carry matters less than what you notice.
Apr 25 – Apr 25, 2026
Paleo-Indian Spear Factory
Imperial
Artisans will make stone spearpoints, spear shafts from bone, wood and cane, and spear throwing…
Worth the stop.
Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.
Jul 18 – Jul 18, 2026
Fall Flint Knap-In
Sibley
Witness this ancient tradition. The art of tool making will be demonstrated and discussed by…
Pause when it feels right.
Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.
Aug 2 – Aug 2, 2026
A Step Back in Time
Williamsville
This event features several booths with interesting artifacts and information about life on our planet…
Worth the stop.
Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.
Aug 29 – Aug 29, 2026
An Evening with the Stars
Athens
Members of regional astronomical societies will be on hand with a variety of telescopes to…
Somewhere between here and nowhere.
The spaces in between are often the most memorable.
Aug 29 – Aug 29, 2026
Archaeology Day
Montgomery City
Take an interpretive walk to Graham Cave and enjoy hands-on experiences with archaeology in a…
Go a little further.
The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.
Sep 5 – Sep 5, 2026
Missouri Chestnut Roast
New Franklin
Event will introduce the public to Missouri-grown chestnuts, pecans and black walnuts; Missouri wineries; Missouri…
Keep moving.
Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.
Sep 25 – Sep 27, 2026
Art Exploration
Potosi
Papermaking, specialty crafts, jewelry making, woodworking, watercolor, glazing ceramics and more.
Take the detour.
The extra miles are often where the story begins.
Sep 26 – Sep 26, 2026
Creatures of the Night
Wildwood
Learn about the creatures that have a bad reputation at this time of year: bats,…
Somewhere between here and nowhere.
The spaces in between are often the most memorable.
Sep 29 – Sep 29, 2026
Blue Springs National Night Out Against Crime
Blue Springs
Free food and fun for the whole family! Live entertainment and games will be provided…
A place to slow down.
Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.
Oct 15 – Oct 15, 2026
Nature’s Harvest
Liberty
Homeschoolers: Nature's Harvest Have you ever wondered if you could survive in the wilderness without…
Keep moving.
Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.
Oct 16 – Oct 18, 2026
Astronomy – Sun, Moon and Stars
Potosi
Family Getaway. View the amazing star-filled sky through our powerful telescopes, classes on the history…
Start early. Stay late.
The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.
Oct 16 – Oct 16, 2026
Turkey Strut
Liberty
Gobble! Gobble! Everyone is thinking about turkey, but what do turkeys think about? Learn fun…