​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Upcoming Public Programs

 

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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.

Recently participated in a program at Okeeheelee Nature Center? Take our program survey​! [external link]​
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MONTHLY

ANIMAL FEEDINGS
Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, 3:30 p.m. 
Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)

ALLIGATOR FEEDINGS
Saturdays, 1:00 p.m. 
Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)

NOVEMBER

ARCHERY FOR BEGINNERS
Saturday, November 7, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Ages 8+, $10/participant (Reservations required)
Join USA Archery certified instructors and learn the basics of archery. Our instructors will provide guidance as you learn and practice safety on the range and the steps of shooting. All equipment is provided.

ROYAL PALM LIBRARY: EYE SPY WILDLIFE VISION
Tuesday, November 10, 3:30-4:15 p.m.
Families/all ages, FREE (Pre-registration required*)
Meet and interact with live animal ambassadors while we take a closer look at wildlife vision to discover how different animals see the world. *Call the Royal Palm Beach Library at 561-790-6030 or visit www.pbclibrary.org​ for more details.*

PALM BEACH PACK & PADDLE CLUB
Saturday, November 14, 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)
Join Palm Beach Pack & Paddle Club for their monthly meeting and for a fascinating program on Purple Martins with Shelly Rozenberg, “The Purple Martin Queen.” Shelly serves as Audubon Everglades’ Purple Martin Conservation Lead and volunteers with several nature centers throughout Palm Beach County.

ANIMAL TRACKS AND GRATITUDE CRAFTS
Saturday, November 21, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Families/all ages, $5/participant (Reservations required)
Help ONC naturalists find animal tracks on our trails, meet ONC Animal Ambassadors up close and create a one-of-a-kind craft to take home. A fun way to give thanks for nature and wildlife! 

SUPERSTARS OF THE NIGHT
Tuesday, November 24, 6:00-7:30 p.m. 
Families/all ages, $5/participant (Reservations required) 
Join us for a relaxing night hike to search for the superstars of the night, nocturnal animals! Rain or shine, learn with our special guests from the Astronomical Society of the Palm Beaches!

PALM BEACH COUNTY WOODTURNERS
Saturday, November 28, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Families/all ages, FREE (No reservations required)
Join the PBC Woodturners for their monthly meeting to promote an interest in woodturning tools and techniques among its members and the community at large. All levels of skills are encouraged to join!