Outdoor Recreation and Education
Field Trips
Immerse yourself in the outdoors with a field trip to the Atwood Center! Atwood offers recreational and educational opportunities to schools and organizations year-round. With a variety of programs, courses, and activities to choose from, we have options for grades K-12 and beyond! Programs range from half day to full day programs or try our extended program that includes dinner and an evening class!
The programs within the Rockford Park District’s Outdoor Recreation and Education (ORE) Department focus on engaging participants with hands-on experiences. The ORE Department coordinates high-quality outdoor experiences with Illinois State Board of Education Standards, Common Core Standards, and Next Generation Science Standards. Create a connection with nature and lasting memories by booking with us today!
We also offer off-site programs! Contact us at 815-966-8747 for more information or fill out the field trip request form below!
History
From the iconic building to the unfading programs, the Atwood Center is still creating memorable outdoor education experiences, nearly 70 years later!
After Seth B. Atwood donated funds for the Rockford Park District to purchase a section of what used to be Camp Grant for the purpures of environmental education, the Outdoor Recreation and Education Department and Atwood Park were created. Since 1957, the department has been offering a variety of outdoor programs in Atwood Park. Many of the same programs as the early days, such as archery, river study, and team building, are still offered today.
Birds of Prey
