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 before each program.
Activities promote environmental awareness, conservation, recreation and educate on health and wellness in the community.
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 nature center during operating hours.
MONTHLY
ANIMAL FEEDINGS Thursdays, 2:15 p.m., and Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. and 2:15 p.m. Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)
ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS Fridays, 2:15 p.m. Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)
GUIDED ½ MILE BOARDWALK TOURS Wednesdays-Saturdays* *times vary, please call 561-966-7000 to confirm Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)
ETHNOBOTANY-SPECIFIC TOURS Saturdays, 11:00 a.m. Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)
MAY
ANIMAL KEEPER FOR A DAY Saturday, May 16, 9:30 a.m. Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required, limit 8) Ever wondered what it would be like to be an animal keeper? Work behind the scenes with animal care staff and volunteers to find out. It can be a dirty job but the most rewarding!
NIGHT STALKERS Wednesday, May 20, 7:15 p.m. Ages 9+, $5/participant (Reservations required, limit 20)
Join a naturalist on a nighttime boardwalk tour looking at nature from the point of view of its nocturnal residents. Flashlights are recommended but not required.
BIRD TALK & TOUR: WETLAND BIRDS Saturday, May 23, 9:30 a.m.
All ages, $5/participant (Reservations required, limit 20) Start the day off with a Florida bird presentation followed by a one-hour birding tour with one of our naturalists. Bring binoculars and your field guide if you have them.
ARCHERY 101 Saturday, May 30, 9:30 a.m. Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required, limit 12) Join a USA Archery Certified Instructor to learn the basics of archery and develop a fun new skill! This 1.5-hour program will start with a demonstration followed by target practice! All equipment provided, please wear closed-toe shoes and bring water and sun protection as it takes place outdoors.
JUNE
BIRD TALK & TOUR: BIRDS OF PREY Saturday, June 6, 9:30 a.m. All ages, $5/participant (Reservations required, limit 20)
Start the day off with a Florida bird presentation followed by a one-hour birding tour with one of our naturalists. Bring binoculars and your field guide if you have them.
BUTTERFLY TALK & TOUR Saturday, June 13, 9:30 a.m. All ages, $5 per person (Reservations required, limit 20) Join a naturalist as we learn about the butterflies found in South Florida. Then take a guided tour of our butterfly garden
ANIMAL KEEPER FOR A DAY Saturday, June 20, 9:30 a.m. Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required, limit 8) Ever wondered what it would be like to be an animal keeper? Work behind the scenes with animal care staff and volunteers to find out. It can be a dirty job but the most rewarding!
NIGHT STALKERS Wednesday, June 24, 8:00 p.m. Ages 9+, $5/participant (Reservations required, limit 20) Join a naturalist on a nighttime boardwalk tour looking at nature from the point of view of its nocturnal residents. Flashlights are recommended but not required.
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