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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 and historical 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 Riverbend Park office during operating hours.

NATURALIST WALKS
Fridays, 8:00 a.m. 
All ages, FREE (Reservations required)
Join naturalists each week for a 1-hour guided walk exploring the trails of Riverbend Park. It’s a great way to become familiar with the plant and animal communities and trails of the park. Call 561-741-1359 to reserve a spot.

REPTILE ENCOUNTERS
Wednesdays, 2:30 p.m. 
All ages, FREE (Reservations not required)
Join naturalists each week for a short meet & greet with one of our resident reptile ambassadors.

BATTLEFIELD TOURS
Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. (October –​ May)
All ages, FREE (Reservations not required)
Join a Loxahatchee Battlefield Preservationist docent on a battlefield tour and learn of the Second Seminole War battles that occurred here.​

SAWMILL SATURDAY
3rd Saturday of each month, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (October – May) 
All ages, FREE (Reservations not required)
Stop by the sawmill on the park’s recreated farmstead and visit with the sawyers as they cut and plane logs into boards. Experience “turn of the century” cutting edge technology. Farmstead tours will be offered at 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. during the event.

JULY

WETLAND DIPNETTING
Saturday, July 27, 9:30 a.m.
Ages 5+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Join a naturalist to learn about the different types of wetlands and how they are important to both animals and humans. Participants will also discover the underwater world by dipnetting for aquatic organisms to study and release. Please wear closed-toe shoes that can get wet/muddy.

AUGUST

ARCHERY 101
Saturday, August 3, 9:30 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
Join USA Archery certified staff to learn a new skill! This exciting program teaches archery safety and how to properly use the equipment before getting to practice on the range. Equipment is provided. Note: Bows may be difficult to pull for smaller children.

SECRET LIFE OF PLANTS WALK 
Saturday, August 10, 9:30 a.m.
Ages 5+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Dive into the wonderful world of plants, focusing on southern Florida’s native plant species including common wild flowers, trees, and shrubs. Through a guided walk and biofacts, participants will learn the different parts of the plant, skills to better identify plants in the wild, and knowledge of many native plant species we have in Florida.  

BIRDING BASICS
Saturday, August 17, 9:30 a.m.
Ages 5+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Come join us for a guided birding walk in the park as we learn about the amazing adaptations of birds and the many roles they play in the environment. Participants can borrow bird guidebooks and binoculars.

NIGHT HIKE: BAT EDITION
Friday, August 23, 7:30 p.m.
Ages 8+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Join a naturalist on a walk and observe the change from diurnal to nocturnal in the park. In celebration of international bat night, we will dive into the fascinating world of bats and their importance to our state. Good walking shoes, water, a flashlight, and bug spray are recommended.

REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS
Saturday, August 24, 9:30 a.m.
Ages 5+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Join a naturalist to learn about the differences between reptiles and amphibians and discuss their similarities and differences. Participants will have an opportunity to see and touch a live reptile as well as related biofacts. Then participants will go on a short walk to try and find wild amphibians and reptiles in the park.