April Hammock Happenings

Turtle Walk Reservations Accepted Soon
Members-Only: Monday, April 8, 9:00 AM

General Public: Monday, April 15, 9:00 AM

Visit our website to learn all of the details about our most popular programs. Become a Member today and qualify for advanced (and discounted) reservations!

Gumbo Limbo 10K & 1 Mile
Sunday, April 14, 7:15 AM

10K run is a certified course and is chip timed. Awards: Top 3 male/female overall, Top 3 masters, 3 deep awards in 5 year age groups, 14 & under to 80+. Finisher medals to all 10K participants!
1-Mile is a non-competitive fun event with no chip timing or awards. Strollers are welcome.
10K: $30, price increases to $35 on 4/10. Race day price $40. 10K – 19 and under $20.
1-Mile: $15
Virtual 10K: $30
Location: Spanish River Park (3001 N. Ocean Blvd, Boca Raton)
For more information and to register, visit the website.
Race proceeds will be directed toward Friends of Gumbo Limbo sea turtle rehabilitation and conservation. Thank you for helping the sea turtles!

Eco-Watch Lecture Series: Paleontologist Robert DePalma
Tuesday, April 16: 7:00-8:30 pm

Are you interested in learning about the natural world around us? Attend Gumbo Limbo Nature Center’s environmental lecture series for a presentation by a guest scientist, researcher, or other expert. Talks are followed by light refreshments and an opportunity to talk with the speaker.

The world and its ecosystems are ever-changing, and a glimpse into the past can reveal wondrous creatures from our dreams, and beasts from our nightmares. Paleontologist Robert DePalma will reveal the exotic and mysterious creatures that existed beneath the waves while the dinosaurs ruled the land over 65 million years ago. The lecture will also be accompanied by a selection of rare, never-before-exhibited fossils during the Q&A period.

Meet in Gumbo Limbo’s Classroom. The classroom is in the building behind and to the left of the Nature Center. A donation of $5 per person is suggested. Register online to donate by credit card. For walk ins, donation by cash or check. Online registration closes at 4:00 pm on the day of a lecture. Walk-ins welcome; space is limited. Recommended for ages 14 and up. Minors under the age of 18 must attend with an adult.

“Blue The Film” Documentary Screening and Art Show
Saturday, April 27, 6:30-9:30 pm

Celebrate Earth Month with Gumbo Limbo Nature Center as we host an Art Show featuring art made from sustainable materials by local artists, and an outdoor screening of the documentary “Blue the Film.” Bring a chair or blanket, mosquito repellent, and a refillable water bottle. Food and snacks will be available to purchase from food trucks (Reds Kitchen and Nuts About Sugar). Registration is required; space is limited. There is no charge for this event thanks to Friends of Gumbo Limbo. Ages 10-adult; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.

April Programs
View our online Program Listings.

Beach Treasures
Sand dollars? Sponges? Oh, what treasures you may find… sea beans, coral, shells and more; see what the sea has left behind! Meet at the Center to learn about shells and sea life; caravan to Red Reef Beach Park, for beachcombing with the experts!

All ages; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
Wednesday, April 3, 3:00-4:30 pm (Reservations recommended)
Wednesday, April 17, 3:00-4:30 pm (Reservations recommended)
Intracoastal Adventures – Canoeing
Nature-lovers, discover the magic of the mangroves with a Gumbo Limbo guide on a canoe paddle along the Intracoastal Waterway. Must be experienced at canoeing and be able to get into and out of a canoe without assistance. 2-3 people per canoe.

Ages 6-adult; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
Saturday, April 20, 12:30-2:00 am (Reservations required)
Cost per person: Member $15, Non-member $22
Intracoastal Adventures – Kayaking
Beautiful scenery, fresh air, and exercise! Join us for a kayak tour as we learn about the fascinating wildlife that calls the Intracoastal home. Must have kayaking experience and be able to get in and out of a kayak without assistance. 1-2 people per double kayak.

Ages 6-adult; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
Sunday, April 21, 9:00-11:00 am (Reservations required)
Saturday, April 27, 1:30-3:30 am (Reservations required)
Cost per person: Member $20, Non-member $30
Intracoastal Adventures – Stand Up Paddle Boarding
A whole new way to see the Intracoastal! Stand up paddling makes it easier to see into the water below. Join us for a fun paddle along the mangroves as we look for fish, turtles, and manatees!

Ages 12-adult; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
Sunday, April 7, 9:00-11:00 am (Reservations required)
Cost per person: Member $20, Non-member $30
Little Wonders
Join us for stories, laughter, and fun, as we learn about everything under the sun! Gumbo Limbo, a great place to explore; aquariums, trails, gardens, and more! Make a craft, meet an animal, take in the scene; come back every month for a brand-new theme!

Ages 3-4 with an adult.
Saturday, April 6, 10:00-11:00 am (Reservations recommended)
Cost per child: Member $5, Non-member $8
Nature Detectives
“Why’s the sky blue? Why are plants green? What’s inside an egg? What does it all mean?” There is no end to a child’s questions! Become a Nature Detective with your novice naturalist as we investigate the mysteries of the world around us.

Ages 5-7 with an adult.
Saturday, April 6, 11:30 am-12:30 pm (Reservations recommended)
Cost per child: Member $5, Non-member $8
S’more Science
Join us for this fun campfire program in our garden amphitheater with a yummy treat. Each month will host a different topic.

All ages; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
Sunday, April 28, 5:00-6:00 pm (Reservations required)
Cost per person: Member $3, Non-member $5
Seining the Lagoon
Wading in the Intracoastal Waterway just behind Gumbo Limbo, we catch (and release) fish, shrimp, crabs, and more! With hand-held dip nets and large seine nets, get up close and personal with our local marine life.

Ages 10-adult; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
Saturday, April 13, 1:30-3:00 pm (Reservations required)
Cost per person: Member $7, Non-member $10
Wetlands & Wildlife
Wakodahatchee is a man-made wetland which has become a favorite for birders and photographers. Bring your binoculars and join us for a FREE ¾ mile morning or afternoon guided boardwalk tour to learn more about Florida’s wetland birds and ecosystems. Meet our Gumbo Limbo naturalist at the Wakodahatchee Wetlands boardwalk in Delray Beach (call for directions).

Ages 7-adult; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
Friday, April 12, 8:30-10:30 am (Reservations recommended)
Friday, April 26, 3:00-5:00 pm (Reservations recommended)
Recurring Programs
Guided Nature Walk
Join us for a FREE guided walk along the Ashley Trail, a quarter-mile natural trail that winds through the Butterfly Garden, Coastal Hammock, and Mangroves, to a sandy beach by the Intracoastal. Observe local flora and fauna as your naturalist guides you on this island exploration.

All ages; children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Every Tuesday and Thursday, 11:00-12:00 pm
Outdoor Marine Aquarium Feedings
What is the connection between mangrove and coral reef communities? How do fish use these habitats? Learn about the fascinating behaviors of native fish, stingrays, and other marine life during these daily feeding presentations.

All ages. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Daily at 12:30 pm
Sea Turtle Talk
Get the inside scoop on our Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Facility. Last year, over 100 sea turtle patients were treated at Gumbo Limbo. Meet some of our current patients and hear their stories. Why are they here? What can you do to help?

All ages; children under 18 must participate with an adult.
Daily at 2:00 pm