​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Program Calendar

 

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Reservations are required for ALL programs (unless otherwise noted). All participants are required to sign a Program Participation Form and COVID-19 Waiver before each program.  Programs will adhere to all state, county orders and CDC guidelines.

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 nature center during operating hours.

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JANUARY


FISHING FUN
Friday, January 8, 10:00 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
Learn the basics of freshwater fishing! Class includes fishing pole basics, casting tips, and freshwater fish identification. All fishing supplies are provided. Please bring a water bottle, sun protection, and closed-toed shoes that can get wet/muddy.
 
RADICAL REPTILES
Saturday, January 16, 10:30 a.m.
Ages 5+, $3/participant (Reservations required)
Join a naturalist for a family friendly program focusing on the amazing world of reptiles! Learn about these diverse scaly creatures and meet some resident reptiles up close and personal.

DAGGERWING VISITS THE LIBRARY VIRTUALLY: FROGS & TOADS
Tuesday, January 19, 3:30 p.m.
Ages 8+, FREE (Reservations required)
Enjoy a special virtual program featuring the nature center’s resident animal ambassadors! Call the Glades Road Branch Library for details and RSVP at (561) 482-4554.
 
FLORIDA ANIMALS
Saturday, January 23, 10:30 a.m.
Ages 5+, $3/participant (Reservations required)
Meet live animals that can be found right here in Florida! Learn how these native creatures are adapted to survive in the many habitats found in our home state.


FEBRUARY


BIRDING 101
Saturday, February 13, 10:30 a.m.
Ages 5+, $3/person (Reservations required)
Learn about the exciting hobby of bird watching. First, join a naturalist who will teach bird identification skills and proper use of binoculars and field guides.  Then practice these new skills during a guided birding adventure.

NIGHT HIKE
Friday, February 19, 6:00 p.m.
Ages 5+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Always wondered what Daggerwing’s boardwalk would be like after dark? Join a naturalist on a nighttime boardwalk tour looking at nature from the point of view of its nocturnal residents.

INTRO TO ARCHERY 
Saturday, February 27, 10:30 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
Join the USA Archery and N.F.A.A. certified staff and learn about the sport of archery. This exciting program teaches archery safety skills and proper use of a bow and arrow before getting time to practice on the range.