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Reservations are required for ALL programs (unless otherwise noted). All participants are required to sign a Program Participation Form before each program.

Activities promote environmental and historical awareness, conservation and recreation.

​​​​​Everyone Benefits from the Power of Parks
​• Environmental Awareness: Exposure to nature fosters a greater appreciation for the environment.
• Mental Health: Nature-based activities have been shown to improve mental health by reducing stress and boosting self-esteem. 
• Creativity and Imagination: Being in nature stimulates creativity and imagination.
• Physical Health: Engaging in outdoor activities improves physical health.
• Skill Development: Participants learn new skills and improve existing ones, enhancing their overall competence and confidence.

NOTICE: Effective October 1, 2025, all payments made with a credit or debit card (online or in-person) will incur a 3.0% service fee. This fee is assessed and collected by the credit card processor, not by Palm Beach County. No service fee will be assessed on payments made by check or cash. Service fees are non-refundable.
TO REGISTER and MAKE PAYMENT for PROGRAMS:
Online - Select the “Online Services” tab at the top of this page and click on Register/Pay for Program; Login with your username and password. (New users must create a household account online-please follow online instructions)

In Person - Visit the Riverbend Park office during operating hours.

MONTHLY

NATURALIST WALKS
Wednesdays, 8:00 a.m. 
All ages, FREE (Reservations required)
Join naturalists each week for a 1-hour guided walk exploring the trails of Riverbend Park. It’s a great way to become familiar with the plant and animal communities and trails of the park. Call 561-741-1359 to reserve a spot.

REPTILE ENCOUNTERS
Wednesdays, 2:30 p.m. 
All ages, FREE (Reservations required)
Join naturalists each week for a short meet & greet with one of our resident reptile ambassadors.

BATTLEFIELD TOURS
Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. (October –​ May)
All ages, FREE (Reservations not required)
Join a Loxahatchee Battlefield Preservationist docent on a battlefield tour and learn of the Second Seminole War battles that occurred here.​

MARCH

BATTLE OF THE LOXAHATCHEE (part of the Florida Archaeology Month Lecture Series​)
Thursday, March 5, 10:00 a.m.
All ages, FREE (Reservations not required)
Learn more about the historic Seminole War battles that took place right here in 1838. Stop by the Florida Public Archaeology Network (FPAN) booth after the lecture and join the Community Conversations on heritage sites at risk. Presented by: Glenn Bakels and the Loxahatchee Battlefield Preservationists

FULL MOON BIKE RIDE
Friday, March 6, 7:00 p.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required) 
Explore the park with a guided nighttime bike ride! After hours get the chance to look at nature from the point of view of its nocturnal residents. Appropriate safety gear and water is required. Bring your own bike.

HISTORY IN THE PARK
Saturday, March 14, 10:00 a.m.
All ages, FREE (Reservations not required)
Join our non-profit group the Loxahatchee Battlefield Preservationists for a presentation by a guest speaker. Docents will conduct a walking tour of the battlefield following the presentation.

RIVERBEND PARK VISITS THE JUPITER LIBRARY: SOUTH FLORIDA WILDLIFE
Thursday, March 19, 3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Ages 5+, FREE (Reservations not required)
Celebrate World Wildlife Day with Riverbend Park at the Jupiter Library! Meet native animal ambassadors, get up close with over four species — including a snake and a turtle — and discover fascinating facts about South Florida’s amazing wildlife. **Call the Jupiter Library at 561-744-2301, or visit www.pbclibrary.org​ for more details.**

ADULT NIGHT HIKE
Friday, March 20, 7:00 p.m.
Ages 18+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Join us for a guided night hike designed for adults to explore South Florida’s unique ecosystems and nocturnal wildlife. Experience the thrill of nighttime adventure under the stars. Please bring good walking shoes, water, a flashlight and bug spray.

ARCHERY 101
Saturday, March 21, 9:30 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
Join USA Archery certified staff to learn a new skill! This exciting program teaches archery safety and how to properly use the equipment before getting to practice on the range. Equipment is provided. Note: Bows may be difficult to pull for smaller children.

OPEN RANGE ARCHERY
Saturday, March 21, 11:00 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
This program is offered to participants who attended and successfully completed a basic archery course at Riverbend Park.
Join USA Archery certified staff to hone your archery skills!  Participants will shoot at different targets, and a basic safety review will be conducted before heading to the range. Equipment is provided. Note: Bows may be difficult to pull for smaller children. Call 561-741-1359 to reserve a spot.

OPEN RANGE ARCHERY
Tuesday, March 31, 4:00 p.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
This program is offered to participants who attended and successfully completed a basic archery course at Riverbend Park.
Join USA Archery certified staff to hone your archery skills! Participants will shoot at different targets and a basic safety review will be conducted before heading to the range. Equipment is provided. Note: Bows may be difficult to pull for smaller children. Call 561-741-1359 to reserve a spot.

APRIL

FULL MOON BIKE RIDE
Friday, April 3, 7:00 p.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required) 
Explore the park with a guided nighttime bike ride! After hours get the chance to look at nature from the point of view of its nocturnal residents. Appropriate safety gear and water is required. Bring your own bike.

​ARCHERY 101
Saturday, April 4, 9:30 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
Join USA Archery certified staff to learn a new skill! This exciting program teaches archery safety and how to properly use the equipment before getting to practice on the range. Equipment is provided. Note: Bows may be difficult to pull for smaller children.

OPEN RANGE ARCHERY
Saturday, April 4, 11:00 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
This program is offered to participants who attended and successfully completed a basic archery course at Riverbend Park.
Join USA Archery certified staff to hone your archery skills! Participants will shoot at different targets, and a basic safety review will be conducted before heading to the range. Equipment is provided. Note: Bows may be difficult to pull for smaller children. Call 561-741-1359 to reserve a spot.

EARTH AFTER DARK: ADULT NIGHT HIKE
Friday, April 10, 7:00 p.m.
Ages 18+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Celebrate Earth Day after dark with a guided night hike designed for adults to explore South Florida’s unique ecosystems and nocturnal wildlife. Discover how nighttime creatures play an important role in keeping our environment healthy while experiencing the thrill of a peaceful adventure under the stars. Please bring good walking shoes, water, a flashlight and bug spray.

SAWMILL SATURDAY
Saturday, April 11, 9:00 a.m.
All ages, FREE (Reservations not required)
Stop by the sawmill on the park’s recreated farmstead and visit with the sawyers as they cut and plane logs into boards. Experience “turn of the century” cutting edge technology.

HISTORY IN THE PARK
Saturday, April 11, 10:00 a.m.
All ages, FREE (Reservations not required)
Join our non-profit group the Loxahatchee Battlefield Preservationists for a presentation by a guest speaker. Docents will conduct a walking tour of the battlefield following the presentation.

RIVERBEND PARK VISITS THE ACREAGE LIBRARY: TURTLE TALK: PROTECTING OUR SHELLED FRIENDS
Thursday, April 16, 3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
All ages, FREE (Reservations not required)
Celebrate World Turtle Day with Riverbend Park and their native turtle and tortoise ambassadors at the library! Meet over three captivating native turtle species, including the Gopher Tortoise and Florida Box Turtle, while learning fascinating facts about each one and uncovering why these remarkable creatures are vital to our ecosystems **Call the Acreage Library at (561) 681-4100, or visit www.pbclibrary.org for more details.**

SECRET LIFE OF PLANTS WALK: THE ROOTS OF FLORIDA
Saturday, April 18, 9:30 a.m.
Ages 5+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Celebrate Earth Day here at Riverbend Park by diving into the wonderful world of plants, focusing on southern Florida’s native plant species including common wildflowers, trees and shrubs. Through a guided walk and biofacts, participants will learn the different parts of the plant, skills to better identify plants in the wild and knowledge of many native plant species we have in Florida.

OPEN RANGE ARCHERY
Thursday, April 30, 4:00 p.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
This program is offered to participants who have attended and successfully completed a basic archery course at Riverbend Park.
Join USA Archery certified staff to hone your archery skills! Participants will shoot at different targets and a basic safety review will be conducted before heading to the range. Equipment is provided. Note: Bows may be difficult to pull for smaller children. Call 561-741-1359 to reserve a spot.