- Home
- Programs & Activities
- Outdoor Adventures Programs
Outdoor Adventures Programs
The Dallas Park and Recreation Department in partnership with The Dallas Parks Foundation is excited to offer the Dallas Outdoor Adventures program which seeks to provide Dallas youth with outdoor recreational programs including overnight camping, outdoor cooking, nature photography, kayaking and mountain biking and more!
Register for any of our Outdoor Adventures courses HERE!
Please fill out an Outdoor Adventures Participation Waiver prior to participating in the program.
Become a vendor at one of our upcoming events. Fill out the interest form here!
Youth Classes
Beginner Archery - Ages 8-12
Learn the fundamentals of archery and maybe even shoot a bullseye! This entry level class will teach youth everything they need to know to safely shoot a compound bow and arrows in an outdoor setting.
| Location(s) | Day(s) | Date(s) | Time(s) | Monthly Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samuell Farm | Tue. | Beginning 10/5 | 5:30p - 6:30p | $20 Res. / $25 Non Res. |
Family Classes (Youth & at least 1 Guardian)
Geocaching - Ages 5 & Up
It’s a nature-based treasure hunt using modern-day technology! Geo (world) + Cache (hidden treasure) = Geocaching! Explore the outdoors using GPS devices to find treasures located around the park. Each individual will be provided with a GPS device.
|
Nature Photography - Ages 7 & Up
The beautiful outdoors around us is deserving of being captured through the lens of a camera. Each participant will use provided cameras and learn photography techniques such as Rule of Thirds, Contrast, Diagonal Lines, Use of Color and Framing. Participants will be emailed a digital copy of their favorite picture taken in the session.
| Location(s) | Day(s) | Date(s) | Time(s) | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Samuell Farm | Sat. | 10/2 | 3:30p - 4:30p | $5 p/p |
Outdoor Archery - Ages 5 & Up
Learn the fundamentals of archery and maybe even shoot a bullseye! This entry class will teach you everything you need to know to safely shoot a compound bow and arrows in an outdoor setting.
| Location(s) | Day(s) | Date(s) | Time(s) | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samuell Farm | Sat | 10/30 | 3:30p - 4:30p | $5 p/p |
Special Programs
S'mores & (not so) Spooky Stories
Join us for a fun filled evening of stories and s’mores under the stars! Bring your camp chairs, picnic blankets and dinner. Outdoor Adventures staff will provide the crackling campfire, s’mores and stories you won’t soon forget! Register NOW!
| Location(s) | Day(s) | Date(s) | Time(s) | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samuell Farm | Friday | October 8 | 6p - 8p | $25 per family (up to 6) |
Holiday at the Farm
Join us for a festive evening at Samuell Farm. Pictures with Santa, Arts & Crafts, Artisan Gift Market, and more!
| Location(s) | Day(s) | Date(s) | Time(s) | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Samuell Farm (100 US80, 75149) | Sat. | Dec. 11 | 4p - 8p | Free Admission (Items available for purchase) |
Apply to become a vendor at our Holiday at the Farm event => Vendor Application
Adventure Packages
Coming soon! Hold your birthday party or corporate team building event at Samuell Farm! Adventure packages are coming this Fall! (flyer attached to provide more information)
Adventure Camps
Thanksgiving Break Adventure Camp
Don't let the kids sit around and be bored during the holiday break, let them have some Outdoor Adventures at Samuell Farm! Camp will run from 9am - 4pm, Mon (11/22) - Wed (11/24).
| Location(s) | Day(s) | Date(s) | Time(s) | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samuell Farm (100 US80, 75149) | M-W | 11/22-11/24 | 9a-4p | $45 Dallas Resident $65 Non Resident |
Winter Break Adventure Camp
Don't let the kids sit around and be bored during the holiday break, let them have some Outdoor Adventures at Samuell Farm! Camp will run from 9am - 4pm, Mon (12/20) - Thu (12/23) & Mon (12/27) - Thu (12/30).
| Location(s) | Day(s) | Date(s) | Time(s) | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saumell Farms (100 US-80, 75149) | M-Th | 12/20 - 12/23 12/27 - 12/30 | 9a-4p | 80 Dallas Resident $100 Non Resident |