​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​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, and recreation.

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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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)

NOVEMBER

​​REMARKABLE REPTILES

Wednesday, November 1, 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Families/all ages, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Join us as we uncover the truth about some of the world’s most misunderstood animals—reptiles. You’ll meet some of ONC’s reptile ambassadors, including some turtles, snakes and other guest ambassadors from the South Florida Herpetological Society, and even get to watch some eat their lunches! 

ARCHERY FOR BEGINNERS
Tuesday, November 7, 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! All equipment is provided. Space is limited. All equipment is provided. Space is limited.

ONC VISITS THE LIBRARY: THANKFUL FOR BIRDS
Tuesday, November 14, 3:00-3:45 p.m.
Families/all ages, FREE (Pre-registration required**)
Whether you’re eating turkey or tofurky this Thanksgiving, you should stop and thank a bird this month! Join ONC and their bird ambassadors at the Main Library to learn the many ways bird enrich our lives and get to meet and greet with our raptors. **Call the Main Library at 561-233-2600 or visit www.pbclibrary.org​ to pre-register.
 
SUPERSTARS OF THE NIGHT
Tuesday, November 14, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Ages 8+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Naturalists will lead the group on a night hike to search for the superstars of the night– nocturnal animals. Then, participants will get a chance to explore the night sky with telescopes led by our special guest, an astronomy extraordinaire from the Astronomical Society of the Palm Beaches!

ADVANCED ARCHERY**
Tuesday, November 28, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
**Prerequisite: Must have completed Archery for Beginners
This program is for those already familiar with the basics of archery. Develop your archery skills further, as USA Archery certified instructors teach advanced techniques and practice aim and precision.

DECEMBER

​​FAMILY OWL PROWL

Tuesday, December 5, 5:30-7:00 p.m. 
Families/all ages, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Meet some of our nocturnal animal ambassadors up-close and learn about other animals that prowl our forest after dark. Then we’ll go outside to explore the Pine Flatwoods to look and listen for wildlife, with a waxing crescent to light our way!

HOLIDAY CHEERS FOR DEER
Saturday, December 9, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Families/all ages, $5/participant (Reservations required)
It’s the holiday season and who better to celebrate with than ONC’s deer family. Come sip hot cocoa, learn about white-tailed deer in Florida, get creative with a holiday-themed craft, and meet the deer of Okeeheelee! 

ONC VISITS THE LIBRARY: TALONS
Tuesday, December 12, 3:00-3:45 p.m.
Ages 5-12, FREE (Pre-registration required**)
Join ONC naturalists and their ambassador raptors at the Wellington Library, including a hawk and owl! You will get to meet two different raptor species and learn about their unique superpowers that make them soar to the top of the food chain! **Visit or call the Wellington Library at 561-790-6070 to pre-register. 

ARCHERY FOR BEGINNERS
Wednesday, December 27, 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! All equipment is provided. Space is limited, so sign up now before it fills up! 

ADVANCED ARCHERY**
Friday, December 29, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
**Prerequisite: Must have completed Archery for Beginners
This program is for those already familiar with the basics of archery. Develop your archery skills further, as USA Archery certified instructors teach advanced techniques and practice aim and precision. All equipment is provided. Space is limited.