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PLANNING YOUR TRIP Kids Looking at Lizard photo

WHAT to DO?
Besides planning a program with a Naturalist, the center offers interactive exhibits, live animals, art exhibits, a gift shop, and two and a half miles of trails to enjoy. (Only 20 people in the small exhibit room at a time, please.)

WHEN to COME?
The Nature Center is open throughout the year. Naturalist programs can also be scheduled throughout the year from Tuesday through Sunday, between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm.

WHAT DOES it COST?
There is no admission fee for visiting the Nature Center. A program scheduled with a Naturalist costs $1 - $2 per person depending on the activity, its length, and the time of the year.

WHO CAN COME?
Any group is welcome at the Nature Center. Programs can be adapted to any age group of 10 to 25 individuals. If you have more than 25 in your group, participants can be split up and rotated between the program and exploration of the nature trails or indoor exhibits.


NATURALIST PROGRAMKids Looking at Moth photo

ANIMAL PRESENTATIONS
Snakes, turtles, tortoises, butterflies, and a skunk are available for presentations. Learn about these Florida creatures, where they live, what they eat, fun facts, and more!

NATURE WALKS
A Nature Center Naturalist will guide you along the trails as we discover the places where tortoises burrow and Beauty Berries grow. Our pine flatwoods and wetlands are home to many species of plants and animals.

RAPTOR CHAPTER
This bird of prey program is sure to please any audience. Learn what makes hawks and owls unique. Pick up a Raptor Chapter flyer for more information. Additional fees apply.

DEER WALKS
Explore inside our wildlife enclosure for an eye-to-eye experience with these graceful creatures. Sorry, no children under 9. Seasonal.

SCOUT PROGRAMS
Is your troop interested in completing nature-related badge requirements? Or are you looking for a place to work on a Gold or Eagle Project? Okeeheelee Nature Center staff may be able to help with projects and badges for both Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts.
 

Contact Information

 


Okeeheelee Nature Center
7715 Forest Hill Blvd.
West Palm Beach, FL 33413
(one mile west of Jog Road)
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(561) 233-1400
Fax (561) 233-1406

 

Staff

 
  • Clive Pinnock
    Manager
  • Maria Rigsby
    Clerical Specialist
  • Pirjo Campitelli
    School Coordinator
  • John Welch
    Naturalist / Volunteer Coordinator
  • Mo Kieffer
    Naturalist / Summer Camp Director
  • Cory Friess
    Assistant Summer Camp Director
  • Pamela Schneider
    Animal Caretaker
  • Sonia Pampillion
    Maintenance
 

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