All programs are by reservation only. Fee programs require payment at the time of registration/reservation. You can register and pay online at
www.pbcparks.com. Please select “Online Services”, choose “Register/Pay for Program” from the drop-down menu, click the “Nature” icon, and then search for the program by name. You must login or create a new household account before registering.
OKEEHEELEE AFTER HOURS
Friday, March 5, 5:30 p.m.
Ages 15+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Naturalists will lead the group on a sunset hike to search for diurnal birds going to roost, and crepuscular and nocturnal animals just beginning their activities. As the day turns to night, participants will look and listen for bats, owls, flying squirrels, spiders and more. This program is for older teens and adults only to allow for slow and quiet exploration. Please bring binoculars if you have them.
ARCHERY FOR BEGINNERS
Tuesday, March 16, 10:00 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
Learn the basics of archery from safety to shooting and develop a great new skill. All equipment is provided. Space is limited.
ONC BEHIND THE SCENES
Wednesday, March 17, 3:30 p.m.
Families/all ages, $3/participant (Reservations required)
Take a behind the scenes tour to see where our outdoor animals live when they are not “working”. You will get to feed our white-tailed deer and meet several other animals up close while learning all about them!
REMARKABLE REPTILES
Saturday, March 20, 10:30 a.m.
Families/all ages, $3/participant (Reservations required)
Uncover the truth about some of the world’s most misunderstood animals—reptiles! Learn about the characteristics that make reptiles so unique and take a reptile nature walk to discover the important roles they play in our environment. You’ll meet some of ONC’s reptile ambassadors up close and even get to watch a snake eat a meal!
GUIDED NATURE WALK
Saturday, March 27, 10:30 a.m.
Families/all ages, FREE (Reservations required)
Join an ONC Naturalist for a guided nature walk through our pine flatwoods forest and learn about the animals and plants that live in this habitat. Please bring binoculars if you have them.
Okeeheelee Nature Center is operated by the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department and is located in Okeeheelee Park at 7715 Forest Hill Boulevard, west of West Palm Beach. For more information on Okeeheelee Nature Center and other county-operated nature centers, visit
www.pbcnature.com.
The Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department, recognized nationally for excellence in park and recreation management, operates more than 110 parks and recreational facilities and provides organized recreational programs and services for people of all ages and abilities. Visit
www.pbcparks.com for more information.
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