River Center

08/26/2026

Beat the heat and join us for our Little Otters program at The Nature Conservancy's Blowing Rocks Preserve to explore the southern Indian River Lagoon and search for critters!

🐡 Hands-on discoveries in our rich aquatic ecosystem are waiting for your little adventurers! 🐚

This program engages families in fun, hands-on learning on the beach, and dip-netting in the water, ending with a group wrap-up to talk about everything we found!

📅 Next Session: September 16th
🕒 Time: 10:00 am – 11:00 am
📍 Location: Blowing Rocks Preserve (Lagoon Side)
👟 Reminder: Secure water shoes that stay on feet are required for all participants going in the water!

Register on our website so you and your little ones can make exciting new discoveries! 🔎
https://ow.ly/97S150ZCtES

08/21/2026

Hey, Little Otters families! 🦦 We had an amazing time exploring the wonders of the southern Indian River Lagoon during our latest program! Our little explorers got up close with some incredible marine life, including a sea cucumber, multiple juvenile conchs, some checkered puffers, and even some cushioned sea stars!

🐡These unique creatures sparked curiosity and excitement among our young adventurers! 🐚

Join us for our next Little Otters session as we continue to discover the magic of our aquatic ecosystem. Perfect for ages 2-6, this program is designed to engage families in hands-on learning and fun!

📅 Next Session: September 16th
🕒 Time: 10:00 am -11:00 am
📍 Location: Blowing Rocks Preserve

Register on our website so you and your little ones can make more exciting discoveries! 🔎
https://ow.ly/tPY650ZCr6m

08/20/2026

🐍🦎✨ Get ready to slither into knowledge! Join us on September 8th for a wild class where we explore the fascinating world of reptiles from the Loxahatchee and faraway lands! 🐊🌍 💚 Touch, learn, and meet our scaly friends up close and personal! Don't miss out- snag your spot today!🐢

08/19/2026

🦅Exciting news! We have spots available for Bloomin' in the Garden on Saturday, September 5th! This month’s theme is all about Vultures!

🌳Join us for a fun-filled day where we’ll read a story, create a nature-themed craft, and explore our beautiful garden! ✨ Plus, you’ll get to plant native seeds to take home and enhance your landscape! 🌱

👉 Registration is required to attend. If we’re full, don’t worry! We’ll add you to the waitlist and call you if a spot opens up.

And mark your calendars for October—we’ll be celebrating the Roseate Spoonbill! 🎉

Don’t miss out on the fun! Sign up today! 💚

08/18/2026

SAVE THE DATE!
🔥 Girl Scouts + s'mores + a campfire = the perfect night out!

Join us for our Girl Scout Way Badge Workshop & Campfire — a celebration of sisterhood, tradition, and the incredible girls and women who change the world! 🌟

✨ AND HERE'S THE BEST PART — you don't have to be a Girl Scout to join us!

If your girl has been curious about scouting, this is the perfect night to find out what it's all about. Register her as a new Girl Scout at the event and she can earn her very first badge AND a special patch — all in one magical evening! 🪄

🔥 What to expect:
✅ Girl Scout Way Badge opportunity
✅ Special patch for new Girl Scout registrations
✅ Songs, s'mores & campfire traditions
✅ A celebration 100+ years in the making!

📝 Recommended for girls in grades K–12. All Girl Scout levels welcome!

🌿 Cadettes, Seniors & Ambassadors — we need YOU to help lead activities for younger girls! Interested? Contact us! (561) 743-7123

Come for the s'mores. Stay for the sisterhood. 💚✨

08/15/2026

🌊✨ Huge shoutout to our amazing adult campers! 🙌 Thank you for making a splash with us on the Loxahatchee River! 🚣‍♂️💦 From epic kayaking adventures to unleashing your creativity at the River Center, you all made this summer camp unforgettable! 🎨🌟 Can’t wait for more adventures together!

08/15/2026

08/13/2026

🐝 The Great Southeast Pollinator Census is Almost Here! 🦋

Started by Project Coordinator Becky Griffin at UGA Extension to bridge the gap in garden bug knowledge among gardeners and teachers, the Census is now a regional citizen science effort spanning Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi.

The project centers around three core goals:
🌱 Creating sustainable pollinator habitat.
🔍 Increasing the entomological literacy of our citizens.
📊 Generating useful data about our pollinator populations.

Interested in joining the count?
1️⃣ Prepare for the count days on August 21st and 22nd, 2026 by going to the website.
2️⃣ Download the printable Counting Sheet, Insect Counting and ID Guide, and Pamphlet.
3️⃣ View The Pollinator Census-How-To and History video.
4️⃣ Go out and count!
5️⃣ Upload your counts to the website. The portal to upload counts will open early on August 21st, 2026.

🌐To get the counting guide, participate, and find general information about the program, please go to:
https://gsepc.org/

🐊For Florida specific questions, please contact Florida Census Coordinator:
Jeremy Rhoden – University of Florida Extension – [email protected]

08/11/2026

🎣🌊 A huge THANK YOU to all our amazing participants in the 2026 Jr. Angler Fishing Tournament! 💙 And a big shoutout to our Grand Prize Winner, Mikey Ancona, for reeling in an incredible 600+ fish! 🐟🏆 Keep casting those lines and see you next year! 🌟

08/06/2026

🌿🐜 What an amazing morning on our swamp tromp! 🤩 We uncovered nature's treasures—cool bugs, stunning feathers, and even animal bones! The cypress dome was a magical wonderland of beautiful plants 🌱✨. Adventure awaits and we want you to join us next time! 🌏🦋