Meet local scientists, innovators and other experts for a behind-the-scenes look at real science. SciFest is a series of weekend expos designed specifically for St. Louis families January 18 - November 14, 2020.

Geek out with us on the first Friday of every month February 7 and March 6, 2020.

WEARING OF THE GREEN! It’s Spring Break! Time for the family to get away from the hustle and bustle of school and work life and visit Trout Lodge to create warm family memories that stay with you for years.

Taking aim … Learn what it takes to become an ameteur marksman. Participate in our instructional classes on shooting, your dominant eye, standing positions and more prior to archery, riflery and air riflery sessions (even shotgun for an extra fee). “Aim” to spend quality time with your family while learning a new skill. Themed activities will take place on weekends only. Enjoy our year round activities EVERY day!

LIFE AT THE RANCH! Grab your favorite pair of boots (spurs optional) and your trusty cowboy hat and join us at the Triangle Y Ranch on Saturday, April 25 to enjoy a western experience. Paint a horseshoe to take home with you. Get your winning spirit on as you and your family compete in pin-the-tail-on-the-donkey, a wheelbarrow race and toss games. Winner will receive a Herd View Wagon Ride for four people that afternoon. Have your family’s picture taken any time during the weekend, for a great family keepsake. Make our western day the time you’ll always remember when your family creates new memories here at Trout Lodge. Themed activities will take place on Saturday only (family pictures during weekend). Enjoy our year round activities EVERY day!

ALL ABOUT MOM! With little fanfare, mothers are the most hard-working people in the world. There’s always something going on, with too much to do and so little time. She heals the hurts and makes sure that everyone is loved. Now is the time to return the favor. Bring mom to Trout Lodge where she can enjoy leisurely days doing all of the fun things she rarely gets to do with those she loves the most. Whether it’s a craft made by a child’s own hands for mom, canoe races or more than 40 year round activities – it’s her time to be pampered and have fun with her loving family. And the best part? After a meal, someone ELSE does the dishes!

Summer days are always a special time at Trout Lodge. It’s when the waterfront is open and everyone is enjoying the warm sun, the blue skies and the fluffy clouds that pass overhead from time to time. It’s a time of swimming, boating, high adventure, crafts, horseback riding and many other amazing activities that Trout Lodge has in abundance. Summer days turn into summer nights, when the themes come out to play, and you along with it. Each evening, there is a different theme.

ou and your family will grow closer while you participate in great, fun activities at YMCA Trout Lodge, a family camp/conference center in the foothills of the eastern Ozarks. Begin by learning about rocks and minerals, and then head off into some of the world’s largest granite boulders. Enjoy a campfire with s’mores, a half-day canoe trip down the scenie Courtois River, climb our 50-ft. Alpine Tower and fly through the air on the Alpine Swing. Spend time at our Triangle Y Ranch meeting and learning about horses as you get comfortable riding a horse in our arena before heading out on a trail ride through hardwood forests.