Palm Beach County, FL

11/15/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/15/2024 14:59

Daggerwing Delights in December

Daggerwing Nature Center is operated by the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department. It is located in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park at 11435 Park Access Road, off Cain Boulevard between Glades Road and Yamato Road, west of Boca Raton. For more information on Daggerwing 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. All participants are required to sign a Program Participation Form before each program. Activities promote environmental awareness, conservation, and recreation.

ANIMAL FEEDINGS & TALKS

Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 2:45 p.m.

Saturdays, 1 p.m.

All ages, FREE (Reservations not required)

During feeding time, listen to a short talk about one of Daggerwing's resident animals.

MOTHER NATURE & ME: TURTLE TIME

Tuesday, December 3, 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, December 10, 3 p.m.

Adults and children ages 5+, FREE (Reservations required)

Enjoy a special program about birds! Located at the West Boca Branch Library! Call the library for details and RSVP at (561) 470-1600.

SENSATIONAL SNAKES

Saturday, December 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 snakes! Learn about these slithering serpents and meet one up close and personal.

MOTHER NATURE & ME: FIVE SENSES

Tuesday, December 17, 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!

INTRO TO ARCHERY

Saturday, December 21, 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.

FLORIDA ANIMAL EXPERIENCE

Saturday, December 28, 10:30 a.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.