Events

Gardner Camp has the best viewing sky in the entire region. Our Introductory Star Parties are perfect for introducing the night sky to interested youth, ages 10-17. We kick off the party inside our amazing StarLab planetarium where groups can fly to Mars and the Moon as well as view videos and animations of night…

Course will be held: August 2nd (5:30pm-8:30pm) and August 3rd (9am-4:30pm.) Both dates are required for completion certificate. This is a required course prior to being issued an IL Hunting License. Taught by IDNR Hunter Safety Education Instructors, these courses cover the basics of: • hunter responsibility and ethics • treestand safety • firearms and…

Take an opportunity to spend 3 days and 2 nights at Gardner Camp preparing for bowhunting season. We will provide youth with hands-on, interactive shooting and field experience to ready themselves for bow season. Experienced instructors will take time teaching bowhunting field techniques – shot placement, blood trailing, game retrieval, tree stand safety, trail camera…