All programs are by reservation only. Please visit
www.pbcparks.com to make program reservations. Under “Online Services” click on Register/Pay for Program. Login with your username and password. New users must create a household account online, (follow online instructions under “Login”). For every program, participants/guardians are required to sign a Program Participation Form. All children must be accompanied by an adult. All programs run approximately 90 minutes depending upon experience level of participants. Please bring drinking water, sunscreen, and insect repellent to each program. For questions or more information, please contact Riverbend Park at 561-741-1359.
NATURALIST WALKS
Saturdays, 8:00 a.m.
All ages, FREE (Reservations required)
Join a naturalist for a guided walk exploring the trails of Riverbend Park. It’s a great way to become familiar with the plant and animal communities, trails and historic events of the park.
FULL MOON BIKE RIDE
Friday, March 13, 6:30 p.m.
Ages 8+, $10/person (Reservations required)
Join a naturalist on a moonlit, nighttime bike ride. See the park after hours and look at nature from the point of view of its nocturnal residents. Appropriate safety gear and water is required. Bring your own bike or rent from the park vendor, Jupiter Outdoor Center, 561-746-7053.
ARCHERY
Saturday, March 14, 9:30 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/person (Reservations required)
Join USA Archery and N.F.A.A. certified staff to learn about archery! 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.
NIGHT HIKE
Friday, March 20, 6:30 p.m.
Ages 8+, $5/person (Reservations required)
Join a naturalist on a walk and observe the change from diurnal to nocturnal in the park. Good walking shoes and bug spray are recommended.
SAWMILL SATURDAY
Saturday, March 21, 9:00 a.m.
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.
GUIDED PADDLE
Saturday, March 21, 9:30 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/person (Reservations required)
Take a guided tour of Riverbend’s waterways with a naturalist who will point out many of the native plants and animals that can be found in the park, as well as some of its amazing history. Canoes are provided with the fee. If a kayak is preferred, bring your own or rent a kayak from the park vendor, Jupiter Outdoor Center, 561-746-7053.
HISTORY IN THE PARK
Saturday, March 21, 10:00 a.m.
All ages, FREE (Reservations not required)
Join non-profit group, the Loxahatchee Battlefield Preservationists, for a presentation on the history of the Battles that occurred at Loxahatchee River Battlefield Park in 1838. Docents will conduct a walking tour of the battlefield at Loxahatchee River Battlefield Park (adjacent to Riverbend Park) following the presentation.
BASIC BIRDING
Saturday, March 28, 9:30 a.m.
Ages 8+, $5/person (Reservations required)
This program will introduce participants to the equipment, guides and physical features when identifying birds. Participants will get a chance to test those skills with a walk in the park to try to identify birds. Good walking shoes and drink are recommended.
Riverbend Park is operated by the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department and is located at 9060 Indiantown Road, Jupiter. For more information on Riverbend Park, visit
www.pbcnature.com.
The Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department, recognized nationally for excellence in park and recreation management, operates more than 110 parks and recreational facilities and provides organized recreational programs and services for people of all ages and abilities. Visit
www.pbcparks.com for more information.
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