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Reservations are required for ALL programs (unless otherwise noted). All participants are required to sign a Program Participation Form before each program.

Activities promote environmental awareness, conservation, recreation, and educate on health and wellness in the community​.

​​​​​Everyone Benefits from the Power of Parks
• 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.

NOTICE: Effective October 1, 2025, all payments made with a credit or debit card (online or in-person) will incur a 3.0% service fee. This fee is assessed and collected by the credit card processor, not by Palm Beach County. No service fee will be assessed on payments made by check or cash. Service fees are non-refundable.
TO REGISTER and MAKE PAYMENT for PROGRAMS:
Online - Select the “Online Services” tab at the top of this page and click on Register/Pay for Program; Login with your username and password. (New users must create a household account online-please follow online instructions)

In Person - Visit the nature center during operating hours.

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MONTHLY

ANIMAL FEEDINGS & TALKS
Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 2:45 p.m.
Saturdays, 1:00 p.m.
All ages, FREE (Reservations not required)
During feeding time, listen to a short talk about one of Daggerwing’s resident animals.

OCTOBER

CREEPY CRITTERS
Saturday, October 18, 10:30 a.m.
Ages 5+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Do spiders make you jump? Do snakes make you scream? You can meet some live animals that many people consider creepy, and learn how these creatures are uniquely special and important to the environment. 
 
SPECIAL EVENT: HOOT & HOWL
Friday, October 24, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
All ages, FREE (Reservations not required)
Bring the kids in costume and enjoy not-so-scary Halloween games and crafts* while learning about nocturnal creatures such as owls, toads, snakes and spiders! Remember to bring a flashlight and bug spray to continue the adventure outside along the boardwalk at night! *while supplies last

NOVEMBER

MOTHER NATURE & ME: THANKSGIVING WITH THE ANIMALS
Tuesday, November 4, 10:30 a.m.
Ages 2-5 (w/guardian), $4/child (Reservations required)
Get ready to jump and shout with Mother Nature through stories, live animals, activities, and a craft specifically designed for toddlers and preschoolers!

DAGGERWING VISITS THE LIBRARY: BIRDS
Tuesday, November 4, 3:00 p.m.
Adults and children ages 5+, FREE (Reservations required)
Enjoy a special program about birds! Located at the Glades Road Branch Library! Call the library for details and RSVP at (561) 482-4554.
 
INTRO TO ARCHERY
Saturday, November 8, 10:30 a.m. 
Adults and children ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
Join USA Archery certified staff and learn about the exciting sport of archery. This program teaches archery safety, skills and proper use of a bow and arrow before  practicing on the range. Equipment is provided. Note: Bows may be difficult to pull for smaller children.
 
BIRDING 101
Saturday, November 22, 10:30 a.m.
Adults and children ages 5+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Learn about the exciting hobby of bird watching. One of our naturalists will teach about different types of birds and identification skills. Afterwards, we will practice these new skills during a guided birding adventure.

FLORIDA ANIMALS: THANKSGIVING WITH THE ANIMALS
Tuesday, November 25, 10:30 a.m.
Adults and children ages 5+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Meet and greet with some live native animal ambassadors that are found right here in Florida! Learn how these native creatures are adapted to survive in the many habitats found in our home state, with a special focus on what they eat! 

MAGNIFICENT MAMMALS
Saturday, November 29, 10:30 a.m.
Adults and children ages 5+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Join a naturalist to learn about our native south Florida mammals! Participants will have an opportunity to see and touch biofacts from some common mammals we can find here in the park or our own backyard!