BIRDING 101: FALL MIGRATIONSaturday, November 7, 10:30 a.m.
Adults and children ages 5+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
The Fall bird migration peaks in North America in November. Come learn about the exciting hobby of bird watching and how you can help migrating birds! 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!
DAGGERWING VISITS THE LIBRARY: BIRDS
Tuesday, November 10, 3:00 p.m.
Adults and children ages 5+, FREE (Reservations required)
Enjoy a special program about birds, featuring a visit from one of the nature center’s resident animal ambassadors! Located at the Glades Road Branch Library. Call the library for details and RSVP at (561) 482-4554.
RADICAL REPTILES
Saturday, November 14, 10:30 a.m.
Adults and children ages 5+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Join a naturalist for a family friendly program focusing on the amazing world of reptiles! Learn about these diverse scaly creatures and meet some resident reptiles up close and personal.
FISHING FUN
Saturday, November 21, 9:30 a.m.
Adults and children ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
Learn the basics of freshwater fishing! Class includes fishing pole basics, casting tips and freshwater fish identification. All fishing supplies are provided. Please bring a water bottle, sun protection and closed-toe shoes that can get wet/muddy.
FLORIDA ANIMALS: THANKSGIVING WITH THE ANIMALS
Saturday, November 21, 12:00 p.m.
Adults and children ages 5+, $5/participant
Meet live animals that can be found right here in Florida! Learn how these native creatures are adapted to survive in the many habitats found in our home state. In this special edition program, we will concentrate on what animals eat. During the program we will be feeding Fritz the gopher tortoise, a snake and an alligator! Participants will even get to touch some animals!
MOTHER NATURE & ME: THANKSGIVING WITH THE ANIMALS
Tuesday, November 24, 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!
ANIMAL KEEPER FOR A DAY
Wednesday, November 25, 9:30 a.m.
Adults and children ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
Animal keepers have the coolest job! Work behind the scenes with animal care staff and volunteers to feed, clean exhibits and provide enrichments for the animals at the nature center. Learn what it takes to care of these special animal ambassadors.
INTRO TO ARCHERY
Saturday, November 28, 10:00 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.
DECEMBER
MOTHER NATURE & ME: SUPER SNAKESTuesday, December 1, 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!
SENSATIONAL SNAKES
Saturday, December 5, 10:00 a.m.
Thursday, December 31, 1:00 p.m.
All ages, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Join a naturalist for a family friendly program focusing on the amazing world of snakes! Learn about these slithering serpents and meet one up close and personal.
DAGGERWING VISITS THE LIBRARY: SNAKES
Tuesday, December 8, 3:00 p.m.
Adults and children ages 5+, FREE (Reservations required)
Enjoy a special program about snakes, featuring a visit from one of the nature center’s resident animal ambassadors! Located at the West Boca Branch Library. Call the
library for details and RSVP at (561) 470-1600.
BUTTERFLY GARDENING
Wednesday, December 16, 1:00 p.m.
Adults and children ages 5+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Learn all about local butterflies and discover how to attract them with a butterfly garden. Find out which plants are best to attract a multitude of species and enjoy a guided tour of Daggerwing Nature Center’s butterfly garden.
NIGHT HIKE
Friday, December 18, 5:30 p.m.
Adults and children 8+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Ever wondered what Daggerwing’s boardwalk would be like after dark? First, learn about nocturnal animals in our classroom and then join a naturalist on a tour of the boardwalk at night!
INTRO TO ARCHERY: HOLIDAY EDITION
Saturday, December 19, 10:00 a.m.
Adults and children ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
In this special holiday edition, participants will be practicing new skills and playing a game with cheery holiday themed targets. Can you hit the star, snowflake, snowman or candy cane? Equipment is provided. Please bring sunscreen, hat, sunglasses and water bottle. Closed-toe shoes are required. Note: Bows may be difficult to pull for smaller children.
ORIENTEERING
Tuesday, December 22, 10:00 a.m.
Adults and children ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
Join a naturalist and learn how to navigate using a map and compass! Participants will then get to practice the directional skills they learn on a fun, outside adventure course. Please bring a water bottle, sun protection and closed-toe shoes.
ANIMAL KEEPER FOR A DAY
Wednesday, December 23, 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, December 29, 10:00 a.m.
Adults and children ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
Animal keepers have the coolest job! Work behind the scenes with animal care staff and volunteers to feed, clean exhibits and provide enrichments for the animals at the nature center. Learn what it takes to care of these special animal ambassadors.
FL ANIMALS: HOLIDAYS WITH THE ANIMALS
Saturday, December 26, 12:00 p.m.
Adults and children ages 5+, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Meet live animals that can be found right here in Florida! Learn how these native creatures are adapted to survive in the many habitats found in our home state. Participants will even get to touch some animals! Come and spend the holidays with your favorite nature center friends and enjoy interacting with them face-to-face!