All programs are by reservation only, unless otherwise stated. Please call (561) 233-1400 or visit the nature center to make program reservations. Please make reservations at least two days in advance. Fees (if applicable) are due upon arrival to the program by form of cash or check. All participants are required to sign a Program Participation Form for every program. If you are more than five minutes late to a program you have made a reservation for, your spot will be given to a person on the waiting list.
REPTILE FEEDING
Wednesdays, 3:15 p.m. & Saturdays, 1:00 p.m.
Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)
OWL FEEDING
Thursdays, 4:00 p.m.
Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)
SNAKE FEEDING
Fridays, 3:15 p.m.
Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)
ARCHERY FOR BEGINNERS
Saturday, June 2, 9:30 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
Learn the basics of archery from safety to shooting and develop a great new skill during this two-hour program. Equipment is provided. Please wear close-toed shoes, and bring water and sun protection.
NEW PROGRAM: JR. NATURALIST (BIRDS)
Saturday, June 9, 10:00 a.m.
Ages 8-14, $10/participant (Reservations required)
Learn the difference between animal species and what makes them equipped to survive in their world. This is a series program.
RAPTOR CHAPTER
Saturday, June 16, 10:30 a.m.
Families/all ages, $3/participant (Reservations required)
Learn about the birds of prey that live at the nature center. This program allows you to get an up close and personal experience with the birds of prey in an educational setting. Program length is approximately one hour.
NATURE WALK
Saturday, June 23, 10:30 a.m.
Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)
Go on a FREE guided nature walk through the pine flatwoods ecosystem and learn about the plants and animals that live right here in the local community.
NEW PROGRAM: GEOLOGY 101
Saturday, June 30, 10:30 a.m.
Ages 8+, $3/participant (Reservations required)
Learn about the basics of geology and what Florida has to offer in the world of rocks! Participants will be able to choose and crack open their own geodes and take them home.
Okeeheelee Nature Center is operated by the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department and is located in Okeeheelee Park at 7715 Forest Hill Boulevard, west of West Palm Beach. For more information on Okeeheelee Nature Center and other county-operated nature centers, visit
www.pbcnature.com.
The Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department creates opportunities for healthy, happy living. To learn more, visit
www.pbcparks.com.
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