Celebrate National Get Outdoors Day with Get Outdoors at the Gateway Arch
Release Date: April 28, 2014
Contact: Ann Honious, JNEM
Phone: 314-655-1614
Contact(s): Jenna Todoroff, CGPR
Celebrate National Get Outdoors Day with Get Outdoors at the Gateway Arch
Free event features rock climbing, kids’ walk, fitness classes, pioneer workshop, canoe relays, live music and more
WHAT: On Saturday, June 14, Jefferson National Expansion Memorial will celebrate National Get Outdoors Day with Get Outdoors at the Gateway Arch. Those of all ages are invited to the park grounds for this FREE event where local and regional organizations will showcase their dedication to outdoor recreation; and encourage families to get outside and explore nature.
“We are committed to demonstrating the exciting outdoor activities St. Louis has to offer at Get Outdoors at the Gateway Arch,” said Ann Honious, Chief, Museum Services and Interpretation, Jefferson National Expansion Memorial. “This year’s event includes something for everyonewhether you’re looking for an outdoor thrill or hoping to learn more about nature’s offeringsthat encourages education, exploration and adventure.”
The day’s free, family friendly activities include a kids’ walk, rock climbing wall, fitness sessions, live music, amateur radio demonstrations, pioneer activities, geocaching, orienteering, a bicycle safety town, solar-powered s’mores cooking, Bobber the Dog, and much more!
NPS partners Bi-State Development Agency and Jefferson National Parks Association will also be participating in the event. Please find a full list of event participants on page 2.
WHEN: Saturday, June 14, 2014; 9 am – 2 pm
WHERE: Gateway Arch Grounds
COST: FREE and open to the public
CONTACT: Call 877-982-1410 or visit www.gatewayarch.com
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Boy Scouts of America |
Visitors will perfect their pioneering skills with various camping, first-aid and slag-line activities. |
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Earth Ways Center of the Missouri Botanical Garden |
Experts will educate visitors on conserving energy and how to be more sustainable. Participants will learn how to cook “solar s’mores” with a solar oven. |
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Great Rivers Greenway |
Visitors will learn about the St. Louis region’s system of trails and greenways, as well as the Bike St. Louis on-street bike plan. |
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Jefferson National Parks Association |
JNPA will sell merchandise related to outdoor activities and National Parks. |
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Leftovers, Etc. |
This arts and science learning center will lead kids’ crafts time using recycled goods. |
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Metro/Bi-State Development Agency |
Adults and kids can learn more about the Gateway Arch Experience, and receive informational maps that detail the region’s Metro transit. |
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Missouri Department of Natural Resources |
Visitors will learn about outdoor recreation programs at DNR sites across the state of Missouri. |
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National Park Service |
NPS will distribute information that details St. Louis’s downtown national park, Jefferson National Expansion Memorial. |
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Photogenic |
Event-goers can say cheese at this photo opportunity in front of a scale model of the Gateway Arch. |
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Recreation Council of Greater St. Louis |
Individuals will receive information on recreational opportunities for those with developmental disabilities in St. Louis City, St. Louis County and St. Charles County. |
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Safe Kids St. Louis |
Safe Kids, Cardinal Glennon’s injury prevention center, will educate event-goers with their Bike Safety Town. |
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St. Louis Area Geocachers Association |
Children and adults will learn to use GPS receivers to find hidden geocaches on this course. |
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St. Louis County Amateur Radio Emergency Service |
This emergency communications provider will demonstrate basic amateur radio equipment, and allow visitors to interact with station and handheld radios. |
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St. Louis County Health Department |
Educators will use interactive displays to share nutrition and physical activity tips. |
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St. Louis Orienteering Club |
Visitors will learn how to use a map and compass to navigate a special orienteering course (beginner and advance course available). |
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South City YMCA |
The YMCA team of health experts will lead three fun fitness classes. |
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Troutbusters of Missouri |
This nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people recover from trauma with fly fishing will demonstrate tying flies and decorative pins, and teach visitors the art of fly casting with a fly rod. |
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
Visitors will participate in a canoe relay and interact with Bobber the Dog. |
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Upper Limits Indoor Climbing Gym |
Visitors can test their boulder and climbing skills by ascending the rock-climbing tower. |
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Whole Foods |
Whole Foods will demonstrate healthy eating and provide free trail mix to event-goers. |
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Live music by WildHeart |
Emmy® Award-winning educators and entertainers Jan and George Syrigos captivate young audiences with songs about science, wildlife exploration and natural history. |
PARKING AND ROAD CLOSURES: Parking is available at the Gateway Arch Parking Garage, located at 200 Washington Avenue in downtown St. Louis. Visitors are encouraged to check www.gatewayarch.com/directions before heading to the event for the most up-to-date information on road detours and construction surrounding the Arch grounds.