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Scarecrow Trail
Gaze upon the nature-themed scarecrow trail created by local Scout troops while walking along a scenic one-mile paved path around Meadow Lake. Vote for your favorite on either your mobile device or inside the Visitor Center.
Find out more »I Spy Halloween Scavenger Hunt
Go on a spooky scavenger hunt this Halloween season. This socially distant activity will take place from October 16 through October 31. Download the printable map (coming soon) and start your hunt in Downtown Wheaton! Be sure to join us on October 30 from 10am to 12pm for Downtown Trick-or-treating! For information on more...
Find out more »3:00 pm
Oaktoberfest Afternoon Activities
Join the Illinois Extension Master Naturalists for simple outdoor fun, including kid’s make-and-take crafts, games, and fall gardening guidance and free native plant seeds. For adults and families, no registration.
Find out more »3:30 pm
Safety Town Open Road
Ages 4-7, practice being a pedestrian in our miniature Elmhurst community! Ride your tricycle on the streets and learn about railroad safety near the fully operational crossing gate. Kids must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times.
Find out more »5:30 pm
Camping 101
Free hands-on workshop designed to teach anyone basic camping skills. Topics include tent setup, campfire cooking, camping fun, dressing for camping, camping etiquette and more. Have a tent from home you need to practice setting up? Bring it with and we will walk you through it. Registration is required.
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