BOCA RATON, FL (Boca Post) (Copyright © 2026) — Palm Beach County is hosting a free Earth Day event in West Boca Raton later this month, bringing hands-on activities, live animal encounters, and environmental education to one of the area’s busiest regional parks.
The event is set for Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Daggerwing Nature Center, located inside Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park.
The Earth Day celebration is open to all ages and does not require reservations. County officials say the event is designed to give families a way to spend time outdoors while learning practical ways to reduce environmental impact at home.
The event will include a mix of scheduled and drop-in activities throughout the four-hour window. Among the highlights are live animal presentations, where visitors can see native wildlife up close, along with interactive exhibits focused on local ecosystems and conservation.
Organizers are also planning a ladybug release, a recurring feature at Daggerwing events that draws families and younger children. A butterfly-friendly plant sale will be held on-site, giving residents an option to take home vegetation that supports pollinators common in South Florida.
Craft stations and hands-on activities will run throughout the day, aimed at teaching simple, practical steps residents can take to reduce waste, conserve water, and support native habitats.
The event is free to attend, though some activities will accept small cash donations benefiting the Friends of Daggerwing Nature Center, a support organization tied to programming and educational efforts at the site.
Daggerwing Nature Center operates under the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department and serves as one of several county-run environmental education facilities. The center sits within a wetland preserve in South County Regional Park, with elevated boardwalk trails that allow visitors to move through the ecosystem without disturbing it.
The park itself spans a large portion of western Boca Raton, positioned off Cain Boulevard between Glades Road and Yamato Road. It includes sports fields, golf facilities, and passive recreation areas, but Daggerwing is focused specifically on environmental education and wildlife observation.
County officials use events like this to connect residents with local conservation efforts and highlight the role of wetlands in flood control, water quality, and wildlife habitat across Palm Beach County.
For residents, the event offers a low-cost, local option for a weekend outing that combines outdoor activity with educational programming. Parking is available on-site, and attendance is expected to be steady throughout the morning and early afternoon.
No registration is required, and visitors can arrive at any point during the event window.
Additional information about Daggerwing Nature Center and other Palm Beach County nature centers is available through the county’s environmental education portal.
See the Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation website for more information.
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