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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.

Benefits of attending a program at Green Cay Nature Center
• 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.​
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)​

JULY


ANIMAL KEEPER FOR A DAY 
Saturday, July 12, 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!

BUTTERFLY TALK & TOUR
Saturday, July 19, 9:30 a.m.
All ages, $5/participant (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!

REPTILES & AMPHIBIANS: INSIDIOUS INVASIVES
Saturday, July 26, 9:30 a.m.
All ages, $5/participant (Reservations required, limit 20)
Join a naturalist as we learn about Florida’s reptiles and amphibians followed by a guided nature tour of the wetlands. 

NIGHT STALKERS
Wednesday, July 30, 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.

AUGUST


BIRD TALK & TOUR: WETLAND BIRDS
 Saturday, August 2, 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.

ANIMAL KEEPER FOR A DAY 
Saturday, August 9, 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, August 20, 7:45 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.

BUTTERFLY TALK & TOUR
Saturday, August 23, 9:30 a.m.
All ages, $5/participant (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!
 
REPTILES & AMPHIBIANS: AWESOME ALLIGATORS
Saturday, August 30, 9:30 a.m.
All ages, $5/participant (Reservations required, limit 20)
Join a naturalist as we learn about Florida’s reptiles and amphibians followed by a guided nature tour of the wetlands.