Outdoor Education

Experience the outdoors with Community Ed! Whether you are an individual looking to participate in an outdoor education or looking for a great place to bring your group, we've got you covered.

Outdoor Education Programs for Youth, Families and Adults

Our Babler OEC staff offers a wide variety of year-round programs for youth, families and adults. With events such as BablerWiLD youth summer camps, GPS trek events for families, and day hikes for adults and more, there is an experience perfect for all ages.

Learn more about participating in our programs for youth, families and adults

Outdoor Education Opportunities for Groups

Nestled in the valley of Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park in West St. Louis County, the Babler Outdoor Education Center (OEC) is a 300-acre facility offering unique outdoor education, environmental education, team-building, and outdoor skills experiences for the community. Organized groups looking for the perfect place for their next program can rent the facility and manage their own program or work with our staff to create a customized program to meet your needs. Half day, full day, week-long, overnight and hourly options available.

Learn more about bringing a group to the Babler Outdoor Education Center