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)
JUNIOR NATURALIST: ANIMAL ENRICHMENT
Saturday, November 3, 10:00 a.m.
Ages 8-14, $10/participant (Reservations required)
Our just-for-kids Junior Naturalist series concludes with discovering what the nature center’s animals do for fun! See how nature center staff care for the nature center animals by adding “enrichment” to their habitats. Participants will even help create enrichment items to give to the animals.
OWL PROWL NIGHT HIKE
Friday, November 9, 7:00 p.m.
Ages 8+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
This special opportunity to visit the nature center after hours is back! Participants will experience the beauty of the nature center trails at twilight and learn about amazing nocturnal creatures! Please wear close-toed shoes and bring bug spray as this program has an outdoor component.
ARCHERY FOR BEGINNERS
Saturday, November 10, 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. Space is limited.
CANOEING 101
Saturday, November 17, 9:30 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
Learn the basics of how to safely canoe in this two-hour program. Equipment is provided. This special outdoor adventure takes place in the more secluded south section of Okeeheelee Park. Space is limited.
NATURE WALK
Saturday, November 24, 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.
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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