Great Parks
Explore All Winter Long
Don't let winter keep you from enjoying the great outdoors!
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2026 Motor Vehicle Permits (MVPs) are now available for order.
MVPs are valid through Dec. 31, 2026.
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Check Out New Winter Gear
Your new favorite cold-weather layers are here! From fleece and beanies to scarves, mugs and more, explore the full Great Parks winter collection now.
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Holiday Lights Recycling
Have your holiday lights lost their twinkle? Recycling old and broken holiday lights helps keep them out of landfills and toxic materials out of soil and groundwater.
Upcoming Events at Great Parks
SEE ALL EVENTS arrow_right_altNew Year Hike & Reflection
- calendar_today Thursday, January 1
- watch 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- pin_drop Woodland Mound
New Year, New You: A Cold Water Immersion Experience
- calendar_today Thursday, January 1
- watch 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
- pin_drop Campbell Lakes
Homeschool Science: The Cold Wait of Winter
- calendar_today Friday, January 2
- watch 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- pin_drop Sharon Centre
Storytime on the Farm
- calendar_today Friday, January 2
- watch 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
- pin_drop Farm & Equestrian Center
Tales of a Winter Woodland
- calendar_today Friday, January 2
- watch 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
- pin_drop Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve
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Discover the Beauty of Nature!
Discover the beauty of nature by exploring Great Parks. You can attend programs designed to inspire and educate. Experience hands-on activities, educational workshops, volunteerism and the joy of outdoor adventures, all while fostering a deeper appreciation for the environment around you.