If your children thrive through hands-on experiences rather than passive observation, you’ll want to mark your calendars for a new event at Queeny Park. Salam Scouts will be hosting its inaugural Salam Day on May 30. During this event, part of the park will be transformed into an interactive space where families can engage in outdoor skills, STEM activities, and service projects alongside over 30 local organizations.
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This setup intentionally departs from a typical festival format. Rather than simply strolling past booths, families will navigate hands-on stations where children can engage in activities themselves—whether it’s learning basic first aid, exploring nature with local conservation partners, or taking on skill-based challenges facilitated by community organizations.
The event will take place from noon to 6 p.m. at the Robert Hall Shelter and will feature two family walks (1 mile each) at noon and 3 p.m., as well as a guided nature walk led by Missouri Master Naturalists. Participating organizations include the American Red Cross, Endangered Wolf Center, Family Forward, and STL CITY SC, among others.
For Salam Scouts, this event serves as both a community gathering and a reflection of how its youth program is developing. Since its launch in St. Louis in 2024, the organization has expanded to support over 500 children across seven states, focusing on leadership, service, and outdoor education.
Salam Day aims to bring these concepts to life in an engaging way for families. “What sets this event apart is its complete focus on hands-on learning,” says Salam Scouts president and founder Nawal Abuhamdeh. “It’s crafted to allow families to experience what contemporary scouting entails in a real and tangible manner.”
This event is free and open to everyone, providing a relaxed environment to discover new activities, connect with local groups, and allow kids to try something new without any long-term commitments.
As many families seek ways to engage their children outdoors, Abuhamdeh emphasizes that Salam Day embraces a straightforward approach: give kids something to do and let them learn through exploration.
