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Falconry at The Forge

The Forge: Lemont Quarries · ★ 4.5 (1331 reviews)

Offers interactive falconry experiences and educational programs at The Forge: Lemont Quarries.

▌ Editor's read The Forge: Lemont Quarries offers a Falconry program as one of its many activities, providing an immersive experience with birds of prey. The website details various falconry experiences, including a 'Meet the Birds' session, a 'Falconry Experience' where participants handle and fly birds, and a 'Hawk Walk' for a more active interaction. The Forge is a large adventure park, and this falconry program is part of its broader offerings, suggesting a well-resourced operation. The Forge: Lemont Quarries has a Google review rating of 4.6 stars based on over 5,000 reviews, indicating a generally positive public reception for the overall facility. While the falconry program itself isn't separately accredited by the ACA, it operates within a larger commercial adventure park. The program is described as educational and hands-on, led by experienced falconers. Social media handles for The Forge are @forgeparks on Instagram and 'forgeparks' on Facebook, showcasing various activities at the park, including glimpses of the falconry program.
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Who thrives here Ages 10–17

Falconry at The Forge fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given specialty program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 10–17
  • Hours: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm or 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
  • Address: 2255 W Main St, Lemont, IL 60439, USA
  • Phone: (630) 326-3301
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $200 per 2.5 hour session for participants, $50 for observers. Not a weekly camp.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Falconry at The Forge

What ages does Falconry at The Forge accept?
Falconry at The Forge is open to children ages 10–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Falconry at The Forge cost?
Falconry at The Forge doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. $200 per 2.5 hour session for participants, $50 for observers. Not a weekly camp. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Falconry at The Forge's hours?
Falconry at The Forge runs 10:00 am - 12:30 pm or 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Falconry at The Forge?
Falconry at The Forge is operated by a private business. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Falconry at The Forge provide lunch?
Falconry at The Forge does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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