All programs are by online reservation only, unless otherwise stated. Please register online at
www.pbcparks.com; under “Online Services” click on Register/Pay for Program, or visit the office to register and make payment. All participants are required to sign a Program Participation Form and COVID-19 Waiver before each program. 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
Thursdays, 9:00 a.m.
All ages, FREE (Reservations required)
Join naturalists each week 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. Call to 561-741-1359 reserve.
BATTLEFIELD TOURS
Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.
All ages, FREE (Reservations required)
Join a Loxahatchee Battlefield Preservationist docent on a battlefield tour and learn of the Second Seminole War battles that occurred here.
NIGHT HIKE
Friday, May 6, 7:00 p.m.
Ages 8+, $5/person (Reservations required)
Join naturalists on a walk to observe the change from diurnal to nocturnal wildlife in the park. Good walking shoes, water and bug spray are recommended.
POLLINATORS
Saturday, May 7, 9:30 a.m.
All ages, $5/person (Reservations required)
Join us to learn about the important job that pollinators do and benefits they provide to us. You may be surprised, not all pollinators are bugs! This program includes a trail walk searching for pollinators of the area, the plants they need to thrive, and the habitats they depend on for survival. Please wear closed-toe shoes.
ARCHERY 101
Saturday, May 21, 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.
HISTORY IN THE PARK
Saturday, May 21, 10:00 a.m.
All ages, FREE (Reservations not required)
Join our non-profit group the Loxahatchee Battlefield Preservationists for a presentation by a guest speaker. Docents will conduct a walking tour of the battlefield following the presentation.
OPEN RANGE ARCHERY
Saturday, May 21, 12:00 p.m.
Ages 8+, $10/person (Reservations required - call 561-741-1359 to register)
Join USA Archery and N.F.A.A. certified staff to hone your archery skills! This program is offered to archers who have attended 2 basic archery courses at Riverbend Park. Archers will shoot at different targets and different distances. Basic safety review will be conducted before heading to the range. Equipment is provided. Note: Bows may be difficult to pull for smaller children.
REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS
Saturday, May 28, 9:30 a.m.
All ages, $5/person (Reservations required)
This program will take you through the differences between reptiles and amphibians and discuss their similarities and differences. Local and invasive species will be discussed as well as venomous and non-venomous. Please wear closed-toe shoes.
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, celebrating 50 years of providing healthy, happy living to residents and visitors to Palm Beach County, is 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. Created in 1951 under the direction of the County Engineers Office, reorganization in 1972 led to the separation of Parks and Engineering and so the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department was born. Discover healthy, happy living at
www.pbcparks.com.
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