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Vera Meineke Nature Center at Spring Valley

★★★★★ 5 · 5 reviews📍 1111 E Schaumburg Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193
STEM/STEAMHikingField TripsArt & CraftsAfter-SchoolAges –+2 more

About Vera Meineke Nature Center at Spring Valley

With a total of 135 acres of fields, forests, marshes and streams, the area offers over three miles of handicapped-accessible hiking trails. In addition to these trails, visitors can explore the nature center, featuring natural history displays and helpful information. As if that weren’t enough, the area also features an 1880s living history farm that can be explored by the public free of charge. For families looking for a fun and educational adventure, Spring Valley is the perfect place. Kids can learn about nature and local history through exploration, discovery, observation and listening. The 135 acres of fields, forests, marshes and streams provide plenty of space for adventure. Visitors can also explore the nature center with its natural history displays and helpful information. The 1880s living history farm is the perfect way for parents and children to wind down after a long day of exploring. Best of all, admission to Spring Valley is free. Visitors of all ages will find something to do at Spring Valley. With 135 acres of fields, forests, marshes and streams, there is plenty of room for adventure. The area features over three miles of handicapped-accessible hiking trails and a nature center with natural history displays and information. The 1880s living history farm is the cherry on top, offering a unique insight into the past. Families can relax and enjoy all that Spring Valley has to offer without worrying about admission fees - as it is free to the public.

Programs

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Environmental Education
Spring Valley offers numerous school field trip opportunities. Program themes change seasonally and all include outdoor activities and inspire curiosity and teach about the natural world.
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Home School
Looking for an educational outing for your home school group? Spring Valley is the perfect place for hands-on exploration and science-based programs.
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Scout
We provide an excellent setting for nature and science-related scout badges and patches. All workshops are hands-on, led by trained staff and actively involve the scouts and their leaders. Most sessions will spend a portion of the time outdoors. Participants (scouts and leaders) need to be dressed for the weather. Those taking part in conservation activities may get muddy.

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Reviews

5
★★★★★
Based on 5 parent reviews

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Location & details

🗺️ 1111 E Schaumburg Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193 — open in Maps

🎯 Activities

STEM/STEAMHikingField TripsArt & Crafts

🏕️ Amenities

Handicap accessible

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★ 5 · Schaumburg, IL