Family hikes at Allerton are always a good idea! But if the idea of venturing out alone is a little overwhelming, join in for one of our guided Family-Friendly Hikes on select Saturdays between June and September. Led by Visitor Center Coordinator Sarah Putman, the hikes will focus on enjoying the natural world without worrying about making too much noise or taking up too much space. Need a stop for water? Don’t we all! Missed a bird sighting to keep your kiddo out of that patch of poison ivy? Totally valid!
Family-friendly hikes will be held:
—June 8 (8-9 a.m.) on the Orange Trail. Meet at the Main Parking Lot
—July 13 (8-10 a.m.) on the Pink/Teal Trails. Meet at the Main Parking Lot
—August 10 (8-10 a.m.) on the Green Trail. Meet at the Lost Garden Parking Lot
—Sept. 14 (8-10 a.m.) on the Yellow Trail. Meet at the McCraw Family Visitor Center
$5/person (5 & under free and do not need to be registered). Space is limited and all sales are final.
Dress weather-appropriate for an outdoor hike.
If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate, please email Sarah Putman at sputman2@illinois.edu.
About The Farms
The Farms: An Allerton Folk School, offers classes, workshops, and gatherings focusing on art, outdoor education, science, storytelling, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on, experiential teaching and learning, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.
See the complete summer course schedule here.
