​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Upcoming Public Programs

 

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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.

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)

APRIL

FLORIDA TRAIL ASSOCIATION
Saturday, April 4, 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.

PALM BEACH PACK & PADDLE CLUB
Saturday, April 11, 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.

EARTH DAY CELEBRATION
Saturday, April 18, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)
Join Okeeheelee Nature Center as we promote awareness of environmental protection and earth conservation. Experience live animal encounters, guided nature tours, crafts, environmental exhibitors and vendors, face painting, raffles to benefit the Friends of Okeeheelee Nature Center, food trucks and more!

ONC VISITS THE MAIN LIBRARY: CROCODILES & ALLIGATORS
Tuesday, April 21, 11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m.
Families/all ages, FREE (Pre-registration required**)
Learn all about the importance of alligators and crocodiles in the ecosystem and interact with a live baby alligator! **Call the Main Library at 561-233-2600 or visit www.pbclibrary.org​​ for more details and to pre-register.**

PALM BEACH COUNTY WOODTURNERS
Saturday, April 25, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)
Join the PBC 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!

CATERPILLAR CRAWL & CRAFT
Saturday, April 25, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Families/all ages, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Join ONC’s team of naturalists as we participate in the Palm Beach County City Nature Challenge. We will search for caterpillars and butterflies, and learn how to use the iNaturalist app to identify pollinators and plants. After this outdoor adventure, participants will create a craft to take home!