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A facility of the St. Charles Park District
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3795 Campton Hills Road
In the James O. Breen Community Park
HOURS
Tue-Sat: 10am-4pm / Sun:12-4pm
630-513-4399 / stcnature.org
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Sunday, December 4 
10-11:30am
Ages 2+
RES $5/NR $8 per person (#10514)
Watch Santa arrive pulled by his dashing huskies, then spend some time helping him get ready for his Big Day!
- Write a letter to Santa
- Make an ornament
- Have your picture taken with the Big Guy, himself!
- Breakfast snacks included
Santa arrives at 10:15am!
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Tuesday-Thursday,
December 20-22
9am-12pm
Ages 3+
Join Elsa, Anna and Olaf in winter adventures around Hickory Knolls. We will play games, try wintry science experiments, make crafts and meet many animals who enjoy winter. Come prepared for an outdoor hike if the weather allows. Snowpants recommended.
Pre-registration required.
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Winter Nature Programs for Kids
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NEW! Everest's™ Snow and Ice Adventure
Ages 2-12
Sa Jan 28 / 9:30-10:30am
Calling all snow and ice loving pups on this "pup-tastic" adventure. Everest™ may be a pup on television, but we have plenty of cold fun in Illinois. Come and try your hands, or paws, on some totally cool science. Meet some cold-blooded critters and try some ice experiments. Pre-registration is required. Adults are free.
NEW! Groundhog's Shadow
Ages 1-6
Th Feb 2 / 10am-3pm
FREE but please register (#11466)
Drop in anytime on Groundhog Day for some free, self-guided shadow activities. Hopefully we will be thinking spring. Free, but please register.
NEW! Creative Candy Concoctions
Ages 6-12
W Feb 15 / 6:30-7:30pm
Do you have sweet treats on your mind? What if you could use candy for some science fun and learning? Come ready to mix, pour and experiment as we use candy to explore some science fun that you can also eat. Registration required.
Click on code #s to register.
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Reading Gone Wild
Ages 3+
Su Feb 26 / 1-2:30pm
FREE but please register (#11454)
Our animals love stories too! Bring a book to read to the animals of Hickory Knolls and enjoy a fun way to share a story with the entire family. Peter Rabbit, Ollie the lizard and our other friends will be joined by therapy dogs from around the area for a cozy event. A reading expert from the St. Charles Library will kick off the event with a short group story time. FREE but please register, and bring a donation of paper towels for Anderson Animal Shelter.
NEW! Rainbow Search
Ages 1-6
F Mar 17 / 10am-3pm
FREE but please register (#11461)
What colors can you find in nature? Drop in anytime on St. Patrick's Day for a indoor scavenger hunt that will have you challenging even the sneakiest leprechaun with your creative color finding skills. Complete the search to claim a small prize. Free, but please register.
NEW! Welcome Spring Party
Ages 1-5
M Mar 20 / 9-10am
Time to think spring! Come and meet the animals of Hickory Knolls that are waking up and ready for the sun and warm weather. Even if the weather outside is frightful, we'll be warm and toasty inside and able to think about the season that is just ahead. Adults are free.
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Tuesday-Friday, February 7-10
Batman™ would be happy to visit Hickory Knolls Discovery
Center to test out his skills. Drop in for a self-guided activity that will get you in the mood for the nocturnal adventures of this superhero. This is a FREE event!
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Friday-Saturday, February 10-11
5:30pm-9am | Ages 6-12
Time for Mom and Dad to get some time off and for the kids to have some fun too. Kids will participate in nature themed activities in this indoor camp out that will bring the best of summer camp to the middle of winter. Dinner and breakfast provided. Must bring sleeping bag and toiletries.
RES $50/NR $75 (#11467)
RES $40/NR $65 for add'l person from same household
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Winter Nature Programs for Older Kids & Adults
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Happy Hikers Walking Group
Ages 18+
W Dec 7-Mar 1 / 9-10am
FREE but please register (#11615)
Every season offers a new adventure and a reason to go outside and explore. We hike year round to enjoy the change the seasons bring. Celebrate a great reason for friendship, fun and fitness. Hikes are roughly one hour long over moderate terrain. Please wear appropriate shoes and dress for the weather.
NEW! Worm Composting 101
Ages 16+
W Jan 25 / 7-8:30pm
Get your green thumb ready! If you are starting to think spring in the middle of winter and can't wait to start planting your garden, this class is for you. Learn the science behind vermicompost, composting with worms, and then make a tote you can take home and compost with inside your own house. All materials and yes, even the worms are provided.
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NEW! Cabin Fever Cure
Ages 16+
W Feb 1 / 9:15-11:15am
RES $5/NR $8 (#11465)
Held at Pottawatomie Community Center, 8 North Ave.
Are you the parent or grandparent of a child who is suffering from cabin fever? Are they driving you a bit crazy? Drop off your preschooler for their class and come to your own class where you will get to play and take home tons of activities to lead with your own child. This class is designed for adults only, but younger siblings of a preschooler are welcome to attend.
Learn Your Birds: Winter Waterfowl
Ages 16+
Sa Feb 25 / 8-10am
FREE but please register (#11726)
It's safe to say that just about everyone can identify Canada geese. But what about all those other birds you see along the Fox River? Join expert birders from Kane County Audubon as they locate and identify dabbling and diving duck species that visit our area each winter. Meet at Hazeltine Park at the corner of Riverside and Ohio Avenues.
Singing Bowls Spring Equinox Meditation
Ages 16+
M Mar 20 / 7-8:30pm
Spring may come in like a lion, but leave as relaxed as a lamb. Meditate to bring your stress levels down.
Relax, unwind and let nature be your healer. Gather with Mike McGuigan, local musician and sound therapist, for an evening to commune with the oaks.
Click on code #s to register.
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SCOUTING OUT
Programs for boy and girl scouts are one hour long and held at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center.
The fee is $50 for up to 15 scouts and scheduled
on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Topics can be customized to meet the needs of your group. Naturalists will assist individual scouts working
on their Bronze, Silver or Gold Awards or their
Eagle Scout Rank.
To schedule a scouting adventure,
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Celebrate your Birthday at
Hickory Knolls!
Parties are two hours long and are held in the Wahoo Room. Weather permitting, parties will venture outdoors.
For more information visit stcnature.org
Ages 4+
Bug Bonanza, Dino Dig, FUNtastic Fairies,
NEW! Animal Adventures
Ages 7+
Reptile Extravaganza,
Nighttime Nature
NEW! Birthday Chefs
Ages 10+
Hickory Knolls Whodunnits
NEW! Art on the Wild Side
To book your party call 630-513-4345.
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Give Nature a Hand
Join naturalist staff for weekly restoration days in the community's scenic natural areas!
Saturdays - 9am-12pm
1st: Hickory Knolls Natural Area
2nd: Norris Woods Nature Preserve
3rd: Ferson Creek Fen Nature Preserve
4th: Persimmon Woods
To volunteer, call 630-513-4367.
For more details, visit stcnature.org.
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Heat your home and
help out a great cause!
Fundraiser for Hickory Knolls Discovery Center
Firewood Sales Now to February 24
$110 per face cord*
Hardwood mix consists of oak, cherry, hickory and
walnut. Delivery included. While Supplies Last.
To place an order and arrange for delivery, call Denis Kania at 630-513-4367.
NOTE: Due to concerns over emerald ash borer, Kane County is under a State of Illinois firewood quarantine. Firewood may be delivered only to addresses within Kane County.
*A face cord is a 4' by 8' stack of approximately
220 pieces of 14"-18" in length.
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Rental Space for Any Occasion!
Weddings, Baby Showers, Business Meetings, Family Reunion or Special Events!
The Hickory Knolls Discovery Center is a 10,500 sq. ft. building featuring a spacious lobby that soars more than 20 feet in height, with floor-to-ceiling windows that frame views of the oak savanna just outside the doors. A wide range of attractions appeal to visitors of all ages including live animal displays, interactive floor-to-ceiling murals, indoor turtle pond and wetland exhibit, and more.
Available weekdays, evenings and weekends. Kitchen and audio visual equipment at an additional fee.
For more information, call Tricia at 630-513-4345.
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All programs held at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center, unless noted.
3795 Campton Hills Road / 630-513-4399 / stcnature.org
RES=Resident / NR=Nonresident
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