Park District of Oak Park
Our mission: In partnership with the community, we enrich lives by providing meaningful experiences through parks, programs and facilities.
Park District of Oak Park
Our mission: In partnership with the community, we enrich lives by providing meaningful experiences through parks, programs and facilities.
The Park District offers a variety of teen programs, events, and trips throughout the year. Get experience as a Counselor in Training that will help you land your first job, become a certified Safe Sitter, or have a blast this summer at our Teen Scene Summer Camp. We have something for everyone! Suggest a new program idea for next season.
IMPORTANT: When setting up your new registration account, please do not unsubscribe to emails from the Park District. This will eliminate all email correspondence including important information regarding program-specific changes and cancellations.
School's out, and so are we! Join us for a hike around the Morton Arboretum to explore nature, experience the "Of the Earth" art exhibition, and spend your day among the trees. Plus, play at the Arboretum's new Wonder Woods Mini Golf course!
Transportation and admission to both the arboretum & the Wonder Woods Mini Golf course are provided. Please bring your own snack, lunch, and water bottle.
Schedule:
On Wednesday, June 5, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Field Community Center
Start date:
6/5/2024
1 classes
Available:
Session
Paddle your heart out with us at the Forest Preserves of DuPage County!
We’re taking some kayaks around the lake and enjoying a day out on the water. After, we’ll steady our sea legs by some hiking around the forest preserve. All ranges of ability are welcome, from beginners to experienced boaters.
Transportation, boat rental, and life jackets are provided. Please bring your own snack, lunch, and water bottle.
The Park District recommends: Please dress appropriately for the water. We will be going onto the lake - while lifejackets are provided, knowing how to swim is important for your own safety.
Schedule:
On Monday, August 12, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Field Community Center
Start date:
8/12/2024
1 classes
Available:
Session
Join us for a float down the Fox River! We're heading to the Marge Cline Whitewater course for a day of tubing fun.
Registration covers transportation and tube rentals.
Our friends at Yak Shack recommend: Please don't use temporary hair colors, as it isn't as temporary in the helmet padding. River footwear should have an ankle/heel strap, and please wear your sunscreen!
The Park District recommends: Please pack your snack, lunch and water bottle, and dress appropriately for the water. We will be going into the river - while lifejackets are provided, knowing how to swim is important for your own safety.
Schedule:
On Tuesday, August 13, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Field Community Center
Start date:
8/13/2024
1 classes
Available:
Session
Saddle up, Teen Adventure Club! We're spending one of our last days of summer vacation on horseback! Join our friends at Memory Lane Stables for a equestrian adventure! No riding experience necessary!
Schedule:
On Thursday, August 15, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Field Community Center
Start date:
8/15/2024
1 classes
Available:
Session
Ahoy! We're sailing on Lake Michigan the old-fashioned way!
Join the Teen Adventure Club for a hands-on discovery sail on the Tall Ship Windy, a traditional four-masted gaff topsail schooner standing at 148 feet tall! We'll be exploring how these rigged ships work and learning the basics of sailing, plus what Chicago was like when these ships were the main form of maritime transportation.
Schedule:
On Monday, August 19, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Field Community Center
Start date:
8/19/2024
1 classes
Available:
Session
Can we squeeze in one more adventure before school starts? You bet! This time, we’re challenging ourselves on the high ropes course at Iron Oaks! We’ll work with partners to climb through the tree canopy – 30 feet off the ground!
Pick-up location is in front of Field Center. Meet at 9:00am for pick-up. Please bring a water bottle, a nut-free lunch, and dress for the weather.
Schedule:
On Tuesday, August 20, 2024, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Field Community Center
Start date:
8/20/2024
1 classes
Available:
Session
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