Celebrate October at Okeeheelee Nature Center

​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. All programs are by reservation only, unless otherwise stated. Please register online at www.pbcparks.com under "Online Services" click on Register/Pay for Program, or visit the nature center to register and make payment. All participants are required to sign a Program Participation Form before each program. Activities promote environmental awareness, conservation, and recreation.

LIVE ANIMAL FEEDING PRESENTATIONS
Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, 3:30 p.m.

Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)

ALLIGATOR FEEDING
Saturdays, 1 p.m.

Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)

ARCHERY FOR BEGINNERS
Thursday, October 3, 10 - 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 to focus your mind on a single target. All equipment is provided. Space is limited, so register today!

ONC VISITS THE LIBRARY: CREEPY CRITTERS
Tuesday, October 8, 3 - 4 p.m.

Families/all ages, FREE (Pre-registration required**)

Join Okeeheelee Nature Center staff for a spooky afternoon to learn about some misunderstood creatures of the night! Come out and meet an alligator, opossum, owl, and snake! **Call the Acreage Library at 561-681-4100 or visit www.pbclibrary.org for more details.**

PALM BEACH PACK & PADDLE CLUB
Saturday, October 12, 2 - 4 p.m.

Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)

Join Palm Beach Pack & Paddle Club for their monthly meeting and program, featuring guest speakers from local organizations presenting on nature-related subjects and other environmental topics of interest.

ADVANCED ARCHERY***
Saturday, October 19, 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)

***Prerequisite: Must have completed Archery for Beginners***

Enjoy this grounding activity to improve the mind-body connection, as you advance your archery skills. USA Archery certified instructors teach advanced techniques and practice aim and precision with fun games. All equipment is provided. Space is limited, so register today!

FAMILY OWL PROWL
Tuesday, October 22, 7 - 8:30 p.m.

Families/all ages, $5/participant (Reservations required)

Join our team of naturalists as the sun sets and observe the natural transition from diurnal to nocturnal critters. Participants will meet some of our nocturnal animal ambassadors and learn about other animals that prowl our forest after dark in ONC's pine flatwood habitat, as we look and listen for wildlife, with a waning full moon to light our way!

Benefits of attending a program at Okeeheelee Nature Center

• Environmental Awareness: Exposure to nature fosters a greater appreciation for the environment.
• Mental Health: Nature-based activities have been shown to improve mental health by reducing stress and boosting self-esteem.
• Creativity and Imagination: Being in nature stimulates creativity and imagination.
• Physical Health: Engaging in outdoor activities improves physical health.

Skill Development: Participants learn new skills and improve existing ones, enhancing their overall competence and confidence.

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