October Events at Daggerwing Nature Center

ByHeather Redlich

Register for events at https://discover.pbc.gov/parks/Daggerwing/ProgramCalendar.aspx

MOTHER NATURE & ME: NIGHT OWL

Tuesday, October 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!

ANIMAL KEEPER FOR A DAY

Thursday, October 3, 10:00 a.m.

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 to the animals at the nature center. Learn what it takes to care for these special animal ambassadors.

INTRO TO ARCHERY

Saturday, October 5, 10:30 a.m.

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.

DAGGERWING VISITS THE LIBRARY: REPTILES 

Tuesday, October 8, 3:00 p.m.

Ages 5+, FREE (Reservations required)

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

CREEPY CRITTERS

Saturday, October 12, 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. 

MOTHER NATURE & ME: B IS FOR BAT

Tuesday, October 15, 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!

HOOT & HOWL

Friday, October 25, 6:00-8:00 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