The Friends of Okeeheelee Nature Center will host their ninth annual Raptor Day for Nature Photographers on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at the Okeeheelee Nature Center in Okeeheelee Park. The rain date is Saturday, March 1.
Several raptor species will be on display in a natural, outdoor setting. Every effort will be made to place the animals in optimal lighting with natural backgrounds. After a short introduction of the center’s resident rehabilitated birds and a briefing of rules, birds will be staged on natural perches and photographers are free to photograph at their own pace.
The cost is $45 per person and participation will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, as space is limited. Tickets are available for purchase at https://friendsofokeeheelee.wildapricot.org. Tickets can also be purchased by phone at (561) 233-1400.
All proceeds from this fundraising event will benefit the animal ambassadors, exhibits and programs at the Okeeheelee Nature Center and are tax deductible. Participants must be at least 12 years of age. Minor participants (ages 12-15) must be accompanied by an adult guardian. This event is not wheelchair-accessible.
The Okeeheelee Nature Center is operated by Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation and is located in Okeeheelee Park at 7715 Forest Hill Blvd. For more information about the facility and other county-operated nature centers, visit www.pbcnature.com.
