SOUTH FLORIDA ANIMALS: FLORIDA PANTHER CONSERVATION
Saturday, April 6, 11:00 a.m.
Ages 5+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Enjoy a special presentation by our Naturalist on Florida Panther Conservation. Find out why these elusive big cats are threatened and learn what you can do to ensure the protection and conservation of this critically endangered species.
DAGGERWING VISITS THE LIBRARY: AMPHIBIANS
Tuesday, April 9, 3:30 p.m.
Ages 5+, FREE (Reservations required)
Enjoy a special program about amphibians featuring a visit from the nature center’s resident animal ambassador. Located at the West Boca Branch Library! Call the library for details and RSVP at (561) 470-1600.
INTRO TO ARCHERY
Saturday, April 13, 10:30 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
Join USA Archery certified staff and learn about the exciting sport of archery. This program teaches archery safety, skills, and proper use of a bow and arrow before practicing on the range. Equipment is provided. Note: Bows may be difficult to pull for smaller children.
MOTHER NATURE & ME: BACKYARD BIRDS
Tuesday, April 16, 10:30 a.m.
Ages 2-5 (w/guardian), $4/child (Reservations required)
Get ready to jump and shout with Mother Nature through stories, live animals, activities, and a craft specifically designed for toddlers and preschoolers!
SPECIAL EVENT: EARTH DAY
Saturday, April 27, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
All ages, FREE* (Reservations not required)
Celebrate Earth Day at Daggerwing Nature Center! Bring the family to learn easy ways to help the planet while having fun. This special event will feature live animal encounters, interactive activities, butterfly plant sale, ladybug release, crafts and much more! Activities will promote awareness of environmental protection and earth conservation. *Some activities involve minimal cash or check donation to Friends of Daggerwing Nature Center.
CITY NATURE CHALLENGE 2024: SOUTH FLORIDA #CNCSOFLO
April 26 – April 29, 2024
Palm Beach County joins the City Nature Challenge 2024! Help us show off South Florida's amazing biodiversity by photographing wildlife, plants and any other living organisms you can find! For more details, please visit
www.cncsoflo.com.
MAY
FLORIDA ANIMALS: PURPLE MARTIN CONSERVATION
Saturday, May 4, 10:30 a.m.
Ages 5+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
May is Purple Martin Awareness month! Join us for a special presentation by Shelly Rozenberg, our local Audubon Everglades Purple Martin Program Coordinator. This will be a day dedicated to learning all about purple martin conservation, including a presentation and a tour of our housing and conservation area.
MOTHER NATURE & ME: START YOUR GARDEN
Tuesday, May 7, 10:30 a.m.
Ages 2-5 (w/guardian), $4/child (Reservations required)
Get ready to jump and shout with Mother Nature through stories, live animals, activities, and a craft specifically designed for toddlers and preschoolers!
DAGGERWING VISITS THE LIBRARY: TURTLES
Tuesday, May 14, 3:00 p.m.
Ages 5+, FREE (Reservations required)
Enjoy a special program about turtles featuring a visit from one of the nature center’s resident animal ambassadors. Located at the Glades Road Branch Library! Call the library for details and RSVP at (561) 482-4554.
INTRO TO ARCHERY
Saturday, May 18, 10:30 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
Join USA Archery certified staff and learn about the exciting sport of archery. This program teaches archery safety, skills, and proper use of a bow and arrow before practicing on the range. Equipment is provided. Note: Bows may be difficult to pull for smaller children.
RADICAL REPTILES: SNAKES
Saturday, May 25, 10:30 a.m.
All ages, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Join a naturalist for a family friendly program focusing on the amazing world of snakes! Learn about these slithering serpents and meet one up close and personal.
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