Forest Park Arboriculture Crew Promotes Professionalism & Safety

Thanks to a grant from the Midwest Chapter of the International Society (MW-ISA) of Arboriculture, the Forest Park Arboriculture Crew (FPAC) now has one of the largest and most complete arboriculture training libraries in the region.

AnnouncementsKaty PeaceAugust 28, 2017

In Their Own Words: Looking Back on Nature Works 2017

After the fourth season of Nature Works, our innovative high school workforce development program, came to a close earlier this month, we asked Nature Works Field Coordinator Billy Haag to share his experience leading this program and working with the NW crew.

Education, Land ManagementKaty PeaceAugust 11, 2017

Protecting Turtles, Improving the Waterway

As a section of the Park's waterway was prepped for construction, Forest Park Forever Park Ecologist Amy Witt led the implementation of a Wildlife Impact Mitigation & Inventory Plan — part of our efforts to ensure a better Forest Park for all, including the reptiles and amphibians.

Land Management, NatureKaty PeaceJuly 28, 2017

Forest Park Profiles: Anglers at Jefferson Lake

Families, couples, siblings and friends — amateurs or experienced — come to Jefferson Lake for quality time, the challenge of the sport and the peaceful quiet. Everyone has their own story as to why they’re there — why this is the place they’re certain to find their perfect catch.

Recreation, PeopleSarah C. TruckeyJuly 19, 2017

Stand Up Paddleboarding Comes to Forest Park!

A new amenity is coming to Forest Park: Thanks to Big Muddy Adventures, Park visitors can now rent stand up paddleboards (SUPs) and explore the Park's waterway!

RecreationKaty PeaceJune 19, 2017

Forest Park is Among the World's Most Beautiful City Parks

Travel site Fodor's recently came out with a list of the World's 15 Most Beautiful City Parks, and we were thrilled to see Forest Park among those world-class destinations!

PressKaty PeaceJune 5, 2017

The 442s: Black Knuckle

BLACK KNUCKLE is the first of a 3-part suite of videos and original compositions created by The 442s during their residency in Forest Park.

VideosKaty PeaceMay 19, 2017

Fostering Regional Cooperation with the City of St. Louis

On Thursday, May 11, FOCUS St. Louis presented their What's Right with the Region awards to 20 incredible organizations, initiatives and individuals. Forest Park Forever and the City of St. Louis Department of Parks, Recreation & Forestry were honored to be among them, receiving an award in the Fostering Regional Cooperation category.

AnnouncementsKaty PeaceMay 17, 2017

Handball Players Are Back on Forest Park's Courts

Back in January, renovation began on the Park's handball courts. At the end of April, the courts reopened to welcome back players to one of the Park's most popular amenities.

MaintenanceKaty PeaceMay 4, 2017