Meet Mona

Posted on Thursday July 25, 2024

Mona Vespa is the President of GO! St. Louis. GO! is a local non-profit organization that encourages individuals and families in the #STL region to adopt a healthy and active lifestyle year round. They accomplish this through community collaborations, school-based programming and the creation of new and fun fitness events:

“Running is my sport, my hobby and my profession! Personally, I can’t imagine a better way to explore your own city than on foot, and the greenways are the perfect way to do that! Every time I run a greenway, I am reminded that our city is incredibly diverse in landscape and character, but is also comprised of neighborhoods and communities who are all working towards a similar goal: to make their part of our city a vibrant and welcoming home. And as a part of my job, what a joy it is to share that with the runners and walkers of our area. I’ve used greenways for several GO! St. Louis race routes, and our Summer Passport program’s entire focus is to introduce more runners to the incredible gem of these paths throughout our city. GO! St. Louis is thankful for GRG’s work and dedication to outdoor recreation in our region!”

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Five Great Greenways for Fall Color

Posted on Wednesday July 17, 2024

Greenways provide a front row seat to fall’s annual show of color. Those that meander through forests, along rivers or bottom lands are typically your best bet—but you can’t go wrong with any greenway this time of year! Take your pick of the following (or plan to visit them all this fall!)

Busch Greenway: Katy Trail to Missouri Research Park to August A. Busch Conservation Area
The prime viewing spot along this greenway is the .75 mile route through the forest bottom between Missouri Research Park and the Katy Trail. For a longer walk or ride, explore the portion of the greenway that meanders through the Weldon Spring Conservation Area.

Meramec Greenway: Glencoe to Sherman Beach Park
The Rock Hollow spur will wow you with a showy display of color as it drops down from Ridge Road to meet the Al Foster Trail. Once you reach the river, you’ll enjoy splashes of sunlight reflecting off the Meramec and colorful leaves along the bluffs along the Al Foster Trail. You might even spot a few Paw Paws along the way!

Mississippi Greenway: Cliff Cave Park
Your first stop should be the overlook atop the 170 foot bluff where you’ll be treated to sweeping views of the Mighty Mississippi River. For an up-close look at leaves in all their fall glory, be sure to explore the paved greenway and natural paths in the upper section of the park.

Centennial Greenway: Forest Park to Washington University to Vernon
Make a day of it on this greenway! Start with shopping and lunch in the Delmar Loop followed by a walk beneath the colorful canopy of trees on the Washington University campus. Top it off with one or more of the attractions in St. Louis’ colorful crown jewel- Forest Park!

Fee Fee Greenway to Centennial Greenway: Katy Trail to Schaefer Park & Spencer Creek Trail via Creve Coeur Park
Bring your bike for an amazing fall ride that will take you all the way from the Maryland Heights Community Center to the St. Charles County Heritage Museum, Schaefer Park (and the St. Peters Rec Plex via Spencer Creek Trail) ! Take a spin around Creve Coeur Lake and enjoy the changing leaves as you traverse two greenways—and two counties—via the Creve Coeur Connector Trail!

Join Oasis for a bike ride: Forest Park and Centennial Greenway Ride

Friday, September 29, 2023 • 9:30 am - 1:30 pm

Friday, September 29, 20239:30 am - 1:30 pm

Event Details

DENNIS AND JUDITH JONES VISITOR CENTER

5595 Grand Drive, St. Louis, MO, USA

Meet in the parking lot across from Dennis and Judith Jones Visitor and Education Center located at 5595 Grand Dr. in Forest Park. Restrooms available.

5595 Grand Dr
St. Louis, Missouri 63111

Join us at the Dennis and Judith Jones Visitor and Education Center to start off on a wonderful bike ride through Forest Park, and on Centennial Greenway to the site of the 1904 Olympics. We will lunch afterward at the Boathouse. Approximately 15 miles.

Visit stloasis.org or call (314) 862–4859 ext 24 to learn more or to enroll.

Dennis And Judith Jones Visitor Center

5595 Grand Drive, St. Louis, MO, USA

Additional Notes:

Meet in the parking lot across from Dennis and Judith Jones Visitor and Education Center located at 5595 Grand Dr. in Forest Park. Restrooms available.

5595 Grand Dr
St. Louis, Missouri 63111

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Join Oasis: Ride on the St Vincent and Centennial Greenway

Friday, September 1, 2023 • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Friday, September 1, 20239:00 am - 1:00 pm

Event Details

GRAND DRIVE THAT FACES THE DENNIS AND JUDITH JONES VISITOR AND EDUCATION

5595 Grand Drive, St. Louis, MO, USA

Meet in the parking lot off Grand Drive that faces the Dennis and Judith Jones Visitor and Education Center located at 5595 Grand Dr. in Forest Park. It is just east of the Dwight Davis Tennis Center. Bathrooms available. Approximately 12 miles

5595 Grand Drive
St. Louis, Missouri 63112

Take a little tour of Forest Park, the St. Vincent Greenway, and the Centennial Greenway on a 12-mile ride through Clayton and University City. More than half of the route will be on bike paths, the rest will be on quiet neighborhood streets.

Visit stloasis.org or call (314) 862–4859 ext 24 to learn more or to enroll.

Grand Drive That Faces The Dennis And Judith Jones Visitor And Education

5595 Grand Drive, St. Louis, MO, USA

Additional Notes:

Meet in the parking lot off Grand Drive that faces the Dennis and Judith Jones Visitor and Education Center located at 5595 Grand Dr. in Forest Park. It is just east of the Dwight Davis Tennis Center. Bathrooms available. Approximately 12 miles

5595 Grand Drive
St. Louis, Missouri 63112

Get Directions on Google Maps