All programs are by reservation only. Fee programs require payment at the time of registration/reservation. You can register and pay online at
www.pbcparks.com. Please select “Online Services”, choose “Register/Pay for Program” from the drop-down menu, click the “Nature” icon, and then search for the program by name. You must login or create a new household account before registering.
LIVE ANIMAL FEEDING PRESENTATIONS
Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, 3:30 p.m.
Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)
ALLIGATOR FEEDING
Saturdays, 1:00 p.m.
Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)
BACKPACKING 101
Tuesday, December 6, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Families/all ages, $3/participant (Reservations required)
Join a *special guest* for an introduction to what a person would need to take for a multiday hike of a trail, like the Florida Trail, Appalachian Trail, Camino de Santiago, or others. During this program, a fully loaded backpack is emptied with open discussion about what is included, or not included-- a Backpacking Checklists of what to pack will be provided.
HOLIDAY CHEERS FOR DEER
Saturday, December 17, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Families/all ages, $3/participant (Reservations required)
It’s the holiday season and who better to celebrate with than ONC’s deer family. Come sip some hot cocoa, learn about white-tailed deer in Florida, get creative with a holiday-themed craft, and meet the deer of Okeeheelee Nature Center.
ARCHERY FOR BEGINNERS
Thursday, December 22, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Thursday, December 29, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
Join USA Archery certified instructors and learn the basics of archery, from safety to shooting, and develop a great new skill! All equipment is provided. Space is limited.
ONC BEHIND THE SCENES
Friday, December 23, 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Families/all ages, $3/participant (Reservations required)
The most relaxing part of our day is spent taking care of our animals. Come join us and our nonhuman “co-workers” by taking a tour of where the outdoor animals live when they are off the clock.
ADVANCED ARCHERY
Saturday, December 31, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
**Prerequisite: Must have completed Archery for Beginners**
This program is for those already familiar with the basics of archery. Develop your archery skills further as we teach advanced techniques and practice aim and precision. All equipment is provided. Space is limited.
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 is recognized nationally for excellence in park and recreation management and provides organized recreational programs and services for people of all ages and abilities. Discover healthy, happy living at
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