Hickory Knolls Discovery Center, St. Charles Park District

09/03/2026

🎇 Tonight, the Sky Lights Up!

TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT! Fireworks at DARK launched from Langum Park around 8pm. More details: https://www.stcparks.org/july-4th/

09/01/2026

So excited to kick off our first day of Nature Preschool! 🌿 Here’s to a year full of learning, exploring, growing, and building a deeper connection with the natural world around us. We can’t wait to see where this year takes us! 🍂🌱

08/31/2026

🐰 Animal Ambassador of the Week: Belle! 🐰

Meet Belle, our sweet rabbit ambassador here at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center! Belle is extra special because she is our ONLY mammal here at the Discovery Center! 🌿

Fun fact: Rabbits are prey animals, so they have eyes positioned on the sides of their heads, giving them a wide field of vision to help spot predators and stay safe. When danger is nearby, rabbits can quickly hide or hop away to safety! 🐇

Come say hello to Belle the next time you visit us!

08/29/2026

Make your next field trip one to remember! 🌿🐾

Bring your students to Hickory Knolls to meet animal ambassadors, explore trails, discover local habitats, and experience nature beyond the classroom.

With programs for preschool through high school, there’s an experience for every age and interest.

📅 Schedule your field trip or classroom experience today!
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08/28/2026

🐞 Meet the little things that make nature special

Plants, bugs, animals and the sounds of nature-there’s always something new to notice at Hickory Knolls! 🌱🐾

Give students the chance to experience nature up close and connect what they’re learning in the classroom to the world around them.

What will your class discover? https://bit.ly/4ghgh0J

08/27/2026

🌿 From curious minds to outdoor explorers, Hickory Knolls has something for every student!

Meet animal ambassadors, head out on the trails, search for bugs, explore local habitats, investigate nature hands-on, and see what makes the natural world so fascinating.

With programs designed for different ages and learning levels, students can experience Hickory Knolls in a whole new way.

Schedule your field trip or classroom experience today! https://bit.ly/4ghgh0J

08/26/2026

Science is all around us! 🔎🍃

Explore the geology, weather and history of St. Charles while getting outside and experiencing learning firsthand.

Hickory Knolls programs are aligned with NGSS science standards and give students the opportunity to explore, observe and learn through hands-on experiences.

Bring your next lesson outdoors! https://bit.ly/4ghgh0J

08/25/2026

There’s more to discover in nature! 🌱🐾

Students can explore plants, animals, bugs, weather, landforms, ecosystems, fossils, sounds of nature and more through interactive, hands-on programs at Hickory Knolls.

From searching for bugs on the trails to meeting animal ambassadors and exploring local habitats, students can turn classroom topics into real-world experiences! 🔎🌿

Explore the programs and plan your field trip today!
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08/24/2026

📚🌿Calling all teachers, school administrators, childcare providers, and homeschool parents!

Take learning beyond the classroom at Hickory Knolls! Students can meet animal ambassadors, explore trails and habitats, investigate plants and wildlife, get hands-on with fossils, discover animal adaptations, explore ecosystems, and so much more! 🔎🦴🌱

With interactive programs for preschool through high school, there’s an experience for every age and learning level.

📅 Ready to plan your next field trip? Programs must be scheduled in advance, so find the perfect experience and book your visit today! https://bit.ly/4ghgh0J