Great Parks
Explore All Winter Long
Don't let winter keep you from enjoying the great outdoors!
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2026 Motor Vehicle Permits (MVPs) are now available for order.
MVPs are valid through Dec. 31, 2026.
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2026 Day Camps
Connecting young explorers with the natural world through adventure, farming, fishing, horsemanship and nature-based discovery.
Registration is now open.
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Check Out New Winter Gear
Your new favorite cold-weather layers are here! From fleece and beanies to scarves, mugs and more, explore the full Great Parks winter collection now.
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Upcoming Events at Great Parks
SEE ALL EVENTS arrow_right_altCadette Girl Scouts: Night Owl
- calendar_today Saturday, February 21
- watch 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- pin_drop Mitchell Memorial Forest
History Hikes
- calendar_today Sunday, February 22
- watch 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
- pin_drop Woodland Mound
Girl Scout Daisies: Three Cheers for Animals
- calendar_today Sunday, February 22
- watch 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- pin_drop Farm & Equestrian Center
Maple Sugar Days
- calendar_today Sunday, February 22
- watch 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
- pin_drop Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve
Spears and S’mores
- calendar_today Sunday, February 22
- watch 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
- pin_drop Woodland Mound
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Activities at Great Parks
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Discover the Beauty of Nature!
Discover the beauty of nature by exploring Great Parks. You can attend programs designed to inspire and educate. Experience hands-on activities, educational workshops, volunteerism and the joy of outdoor adventures, all while fostering a deeper appreciation for the environment around you.