Family/Public Programs
We invite you and your family & friends to our outdoor educational adventures! We have programs that are independently run by us and cooperatively run programs with other organizations. All programs are designed for all ages unless specified. Ages 6 and under are free! Program will be cancelled if the minimum is not reached. In case of inclement weather, programs will be cancelled or rescheduled. (A little rain or cold does not count!). Call for updates.
Reservations are required at least 72 hours prior to program time, unless otherwise noted. Call 573-437-7628
ECOLOGICAL CAVING CAMP
Friday & Saturday, June 27th & 28th
STARTING: 8:30am at Meramec State Park; Visitor Center Parking Lot: From Sullivan, MO take Hwy 185 South for approximately 3 miles. Park Entrance on Right and Visitor Center immediately visible. We will be camping at Meramec State Park Camp Ground.
ENDING: 4:00pm at Onondaga Cave State Park: From Leasburg (about 2 miles from I-44), MO continue on Hwy H South for about 5 miles before entering into park boundaries. Look for Visitor Center on Right.
Members: $62 Nonmembers: $68
Limit: 9—18 participants
MUST BE 10 yrs or older and children must have adult participate
MUST RESERVE BY JUNE 6th (first come, first served!!, Filling FAST!)
Missouri has some of the best caving opportunities in the world. Join us as we respectfully explore these delicate ecosystems. This trip is designed to be an educational trip and we want the participants to realize that we are not just going caving. We are using caving to experience and learn the many aspects of the unique geological surroundings and the life it encompasses. Missouri has some of the best caving opportunities in the world. Join us as we respectfully explore these delicate ecosystems. Sharing our knowledge about fragile calcite deposits, cave salamanders, amphipods, bats and other organisms that dwell in the underworld, is one of our most rewarding educational delights! Hamilton, Hamilton Spring, Mushroom, and Cathedral Caves will be our place of discovery!
Earth’s Classroom PROVIDES: Caving Helmets and LED head lamps, Tents/tarps, Covers camping fees and Cathedral Cave fees, All food and cooking gear for 3 full meals and snacks, Water and drinks, Educational gear/equipment, First Aid equipment, Instructors
A Detailed itinerary will be sent upon making reserving by payment
(checks payable to : Earth’s Classroom and sent to 3649 Pumpstation Rd. Rosebud, MO 63091
FAMILY ECOLOGY CANOE DAY-TRIPS
Friday, July 11th — Courtois Creek (5-miles) Reserve by July 1st
9:00 am— 4:00 pm
Members: $19/participants 5 and older: Nonmembers: $22/participant
Limit: 12—20 participants 5 and older
Where: Courtois Creek private access, mileage 15.4 to Huzzah Conservation Area and access mileage 20.4.
Saturday, August 2nd—Upper Meramec River (8.9miles) Reserve by July 25th
8:30 am—5:30 pm
Members: $19/participants 5 and older: Nonmembers: $22/participant 5 and older
Limit: 12—20 participants
Where: Woodson K. Woods Wildlife Area and Access off Hwy 8 , mileage 26.2 to Scotts Ford Access across from Outdoor Adventures Canoe Rental, mileage 35.1.
Snorkel, paddle, swim and become one with the Meramec and Courtois. Learn about the amazing life associated with the Meramec Drainage Basin. These day-long trips are filled with exploration!! You don’t want to miss this summer time opportunity. Exhilarating for all ages! Trips include 1 hr. long canoe paddling & safety course, snorkeling course, canoes, paddles, pfds, and an ecological education unlike any other!! A detailed itinerary will be sent to you upon paid reservation. NOTE: 12 and older may attend without parent/guardian supervision.
(checks payable to : Earth’s Classroom and sent to 3649 Pumpstation Rd. Rosebud, MO 63091)
Recycling and Trash Pickup
Sunday, August 17th, from 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Earth's Classroom Pavilion
On Sunday we will be doing our adopt-a-highway program along Hwy T. If anyone wishes to join us for some free education along the way, such as roadside botany and anything else that crosses our path, and free refreshments… please join us, thanks.
Members FREE. Nonmembers FREE. Limit: NONE.