Three Rivers Parks offer a wide variety of educational services and facilities for organizations serving youth, seniors, and most everyone in between! If you are planning for a group activity, your needs can be fulfilled at one of our facilities or yours. Park facilities are great for year-end outings, badge work, youth retreats, camps, leader workshops, corporate team building, company picnics, or festivals.
Knowledgeable. Dedicated. Passionate. Three Rivers' experienced park staff is available to assist you in setting up a comprehensive annual curriculum or a one-time event. The natural world is filled with magic - let our professionals in education and recreation unveil the mysteries without losing the sense of wonder and awe.
Stay updated on programs designed for youth groups and home schools through our Youth Leader Services e-newsletter.
Youth Leader Services
Following are examples of the types of groups that Three Rivers frequently works with:
School Groups
Three Rivers Parks is a perfect field trip destination. Our goal is to reinforce classroom concepts by providing learning opportunities that teach students to appreciate and respect their surroundings. Let our staff assist you in planning on- and off-site experiences.
Scouts
You'll find numerous events for scouts of all ages throughout the Park District, such as Backpack Programs for exploring the outdoors, overnight stays in cabins or tents, and Build-a-Badge programs for groups working toward specific badges. See the calendars for program dates and descriptions: Boy Scouts | Girl Scouts | Venturing
Home Schools
For nature-based programming with learning opportunities from history to habitat, bring your home-school group to Three Rivers Parks. We offer programs designed for students age 3 and older that let students get up close to the land for a unique and memorable hands-on experience.
Homeschool Calendar
Corporate/Event Planners
Keep your mind and body active and fit while expanding your knowledge of the great outdoors with programming tailored for adult groups. From bird watching and seasonal cooking to climbing walls and team building, our programs offer something for adults of all ages and abilities.
Volunteer Service Projects
Groups can help keep the parks beautiful or perform other tasks that are appropriate for the size and age of the group. A number of service project opportunitiies may be available for individuals who are 16 years of age or older. Scouting service award projects are available on a limited basis. Call 763.559.6706 for more information or visit the Volunteers section.
