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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 Okeeheelee 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.

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.

Recently participated in a program at Okeeheelee Nature Center? Take our program survey​!​
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MONTHLY

ANIMAL FEEDINGS
Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, 3:30 p.m. 
Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)

ALLIGATOR FEEDINGS
Saturdays, 1:00 p.m. 
Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)
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APRIL

CITY NATURE CHALLENGE 2025: SOUTH FLORIDA #CNCSOFLO
Friday, April 25 – Monday, April 28
Palm Beach County joins the City Nature Challenge 2025! Help us show off South Florida's amazing biodiversity by photographing wildlife, plants and any other living organisms you can find! Join Okeeheelee at the Earth Day Celebration on April 19 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. to learn more about iNaturalist and how to participate in the City Nature Challenge 2025! For more details, please visit www.cncsoflo.com​. 

ONC VISITS THE LIBRARY: CREATURES WHO CAMOUFLAGE
Tuesday, April 29, 3:30-4:15 p.m.
Families/all ages, FREE (Pre-registration required**)
Join staff and live animal ambassadors from Okeeheelee Nature Center to learn all about the unique ways animals are able to hide within their surroundings. **Call the Royal Palm Beach Library at 561-790-6030 or visit www.pbclibrary.org for more details.**

MAY

CITY NATURE CHALLENGE 2025: SOUTH FLORIDA #CNCSOFLO
Tuesday, April 29 - Sunday, May 4, 2025
Use iNaturalist to identify as many species of wild animals, plants and all other living organisms from the photos taken during the City Nature Challenge observation window (April 25-28). For more details, please visit www.cncsoflo.com​.​

CROCODILIANS AS BIOINDICATORS
Saturday, May 3, 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Ages 8+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Join Aaron Chimelis, the Outreach Coordinator for the University of Florida Croc Docs Lab as he speaks about Crocodilians as bioindicators for their ecosystem! Aaron will share about his involvement with current projects and discuss future goals for Everglades restoration.

FLORIDA TRAIL ASSOCIATION
Saturday, May 3, 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)
Join the Florida Trail Association’s Loxahatchee Chapter for their monthly meeting and program, featuring guest speakers from environmental organizations. Join at 3:00 p.m. to chat with members about the club and enjoy light refreshments.
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ONC VISITS THE LIBRARY: ALL ABOUT OMNIVORES 
Tuesday, May 6, 11:00-11:45 a.m.
Families/all ages, FREE (Pre-Registration required**)
Join Okeeheelee Nature Center Staff to learn about creatures who love to chow down on both plants and animals! Come out and meet an opossum, and three unique species of turtles. **Call the Main Library at 561-233-2600 or visit www.pbclibrary.org for more details**

PALM BEACH COUNTY WOODTURNERS
Thursday, May 8, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 24, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)
Join the Palm Beach County Woodturners for their monthly meeting to promote an interest in woodturning tools and techniques among its members and the community at large. All levels of skills are encouraged to join!

PALM BEACH PACK & PADDLE CLUB
Saturday, May 10, 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)
Join Palm Beach Pack & Paddle Club for their monthly meeting and program, featuring guest speakers from local organizations presenting on nature-related subjects and other environmental topics of interest. 

ARCHERY FOR BEGINNERS
Saturday, May 17, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
Join USA Archery certified instructors and learn the basics of archery, from safety to shooting, and develop a great new skill to focus your mind on a single target. All equipment is provided. Space is limited, so register today!

MINDFUL ARCHERY***
Saturday, May 24, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
***Prerequisite: Must have completed Archery for Beginners***
Join us for this grounding activity designed to strengthen your mind-body connection while enhancing your archery skills through a more mindful and immersive approach, aimed at improving your overall quality of life. USA Archery certified instructors teach advanced techniques and practice aim and precision. All equipment is provided. Space is limited, so register today! 

SUPERSTARS OF THE NIGHT
Tuesday, May 27, 7:30-9:00 p.m.
Ages 8+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Naturalists will lead the group on a relaxing night hike to search for the superstars of the night– nocturnal animals! Participants will explore the night sky with telescopes. Rain or shine, get excited to learn with our special guests from the Astronomical Society of the Palm Beaches on a crescent moon evening!