• Daggerwing Nature Center
• Green Cay Nature Center and Wetlands
• Loggerhead Marinelife Center [External Link]
• Okeeheelee Nature Center
• Parks Natural Areas Program
• River Center [External Link]
• Riverbend Park
• Trails

• Amphitheaters
• Aquatics and Waterparks
• Boating and Fishing
• Camping
• Dog Parks
• Equestrian
• Exercise
• Golf
• Museums
• Nature
• Out Of School Programs
• Playground
• Recreation Centers
• Rentals and Permits
• Special Events
• Sports
• Summer Camp
• Therapeutic Recreation

Call (561) 233-1400 for more information.
Join us every Saturday for guided nature trail walks at 10:00 am and 3:00 pm. No reservations needed.

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OCTOBER

Professor Okee’s Care for Magical Creatures Saturday, October 11, 1:00 pm Ages 5-10, $3 per child (Reservations Required) Are you a wizard or a muggle? Muggles beware! Come to Professor Okee’s class to learn about the magnificent owl, create “Harry Potter” crafts, and have a magical time.

Dip-netting Daze Saturday, October 18, 10:00 am Ages 7 and older*, $3 per person (Reservations Required) Explore the shore of our pond with net in hand to capture small fish, shrimp, and other aquatic creatures. We’ll examine our catch with hand lenses and microscopes and learn about their aquatic adaptations. *All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear closed-toe-shoes that can get wet.

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NOVEMBER

Touch Tank - Extreme Weather & Animals Saturday, November 1, 1:00 pm Ages 9 and older, $3 per person (Reservations Required) What do animals do when storms hit? What can we do to help? These are some of the questions we’ll talk about during our extreme weather and animals presentation. You’ll get an up close look at some of our native marine invertebrates, including sea stars, conchs, and hermit crabs.
Raptor Chapter Saturday, November 15, 1:00 pm All ages, $3 per person (Reservations Required) Let us introduce you to our resident birds of prey! You’ll meet them up-close and develop an appreciation for their role in the environment.
Bird Walk Saturday, November 22, 9:00 am Ages 9 and older, $3 per person (Reservations Required) Let’s take a walk through our pine flatwoods forest and identify the birds in the area. You will also get an introduction to proper use of birding equipment and guides.

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DECEMBER

Sunset Safari Friday, December 12, 6:30–7:30 pm Ages 9 and older, $3 per person (Reservations Required) When the sun goes down, some animals in our Pine Forest are just starting to wake up. Come on our evening hike to find out which animals stay up all night long!
Holiday Craft Saturday, December 20, 11:00 am Ages 5-10*, $3 per person (Reservations Required) Get green for the holidays. Use recycled materials to make a holiday wreath and do your part for the environment. *Parental supervision is required.

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DATES TO REMEMBER:

• October 17-19
  Fall Kayak Fest at Okeeheelee Park. Call (561) 881-7218 for information.

• October 24
  Spooktacular at Okeeheelee Nature Center, 6:00 – 9:00 pm

• November 1 & 8
  FONC Birding Workshop. This is a two-part series on birding basics and includes a field trip. Reservations are requred. Call (561) 233-1400.
  

 

• Clive Pinnock
  Manager
• Maria Rigsby
  Clerical Specialist
• John Welch
  Naturalist / Volunteer Coordinator
• Pirjo Campitelli
  School Coordinator
• Pamela Schneider
  Animal Caretaker
• Sonia Pampillion
  Maintenance

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