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The 412 Youth Zone closed early on a Wednesday in August and organized our first ever summer picnic at the beautiful Rosebarn located in North Park. It was a perfect opportunity for our youth and staff to come together and have a memorable afternoon. The picnic was packed with a wide range of activities to cater to everyone's interests. Our friends from Venture Outdoors joined us and provided kayaking, paddle boarding, and fishing experiences for our participants. Everyone had a blast trying out these water sports and discovering new passions.

As the sun shined on, the aroma of hot dogs and hamburgers filled the air. Our dedicated YZ staff took charge of grilling up these delicious meals for everyone to enjoy.

When the day neared its end, youth members engaged in an impromptu dance party to keep the energy high. The tunes were on fire and everyone showed off their dance moves with hearts full of sunshine. It was a fantastic way to wrap up the festivities and create lasting memories. This summer picnic was a great success, and we look forward to offering events like this in the future to inspire and encourage our youth to discover new passions and enjoy the outdoors.