Special Events for John D. MacArthur Beach State Park

• MACARTHUR UNDER MOONLIGHT - COUS COUS
  Date: May 17, 7 - 9:00 PM
  
  Description: Join us under the full moon for a magical night of music by South Florida duo, Cous Cous. They will be playing a mix of jazz and pop music under the stars.
  
  This concert series is held every month on the Saturday night nearest the full moon featuring a different band every month. Come on out and bring the whole family! No reservations required and children under age 10 are free. Admission $5.00. For more information, please call the Nature Center at (561) 624-6952.
  Fees: Admission is $5.00. Children under age 10 are free.
  Contact: (561) 624-6952
  

John D. MacArthur Beach State Park Ranger Programs

• GUIDED KAYAK TOURS
  Daily at High Tide
  Tour fee. Single kayak, $20; double kayak, $35. This ranger-led, two-hour program provides an informative exploration of the estuary, Lake Worth Lagoon and Munyon Island. Daily tours take place at high tide. Please call the Ranger Station for scheduled times. Tours are on a first-come, first-served basis.
  Call (561) 624-6952 for more details.
• NATURE WALKS
  Daily, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  Join one of the staff naturalists for a one-mile Nature Walk through John D. MacArthur Beach State Park's four distinct habitats, and learn about the park's ecosystems and history. Walk is free with Park admission of $4.00 per carload and reservations are not required. Meet at the Nature Center.
  Call (561) 624-6952 for more details.
• NATURE RIDES
  Daily, Reservation Required
  Reservation only. Please call the Nature Center at least one week in advance. Offered as an alternative to our nature walks for those who may have difficulty walking long distances. Visitors ride in an open-air tram for a close-up view of the plants and wildlife. For information and reservations, please call the Nature Center at (561) 624-6952.
  Call for more details.
• WILLIAM T. KIRBY NATURE CENTER
  Daily, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  15 minute - "Island in Time" video is shown throughout the day upon request. Professionally produced video introduction to the diverse ecology of the park. Also offers detailed overviews of the Park's habitats: the rock reef, dune, hammock, and estuary. Two large aquariums, live animals, and a gift shop round out the Nature Center.
  Call (561) 624-6952 for more details.
• BIRDING AT MACARTHUR PARK
  June 15 - 1:00 PM; July 27 - 9:30 AM
  Bird lovers can join a ranger-led educational walk identifying many species of birds that make their home in John D. MacArthur Beach State Park. Reservations recommended. Visitors should bring binoculars or rent them at the park's Nature Center. Walking tour is free with park admission of $4.00 per carload.
  Call (561) 624-6952 for more details.
• BLUEGRASS MUSIC
  May 18; June 15; July 20, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  Bill Rich, and other musicians, bring their foot-stompin' and hand-clappin' bluegrass music to the Park's Amphitheater. Just sit back and enjoy the music in Palm Beach County's most beautiful setting. The concert is free with park admission of $4.00 per carload.
  Call (561) 624-6952 for more details.
• KAYAK RENTALS
  Daily, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  Rent one of our single or double kayaks and explore the estuary. Manatees, Great Blue Herons and Osprey are some of the wildlife you will see. Hourly, half-day and full-day rates are available.
  Call (561) 624-6952 for more details.
• YOGA ON THE BEACH!
  May 8; May 22; June 5; June 19, 8:30 AM
  Come and awaken your inner spirit, while gazing out at the clear blue waters of John D. MacArthur Beach State Park. Join yoga instructor Anne Marie Phelan as she guides you through an hour-long session on the beach. The only supplies needed are a beach towel and water bottle. Whether you're a beginner or have been practicing yoga for years, all are welcome. Reservations are required. The program is free with park admission of $4.00 per vehicle.
  Call (561) 624-6952 for more details.
• LEARN TO KAYAK
  June 1; July 6, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  Learn from the best. Representatives from Adventure Times Kayaks will teach a land-based course that gives beginners the skills necessary for kayaking. Reservations are recommended. The program is free with park admission of $4.00 per carload. For information and reservations, please call the Nature Center at (561) 624-6952.
  Call for more details.
• ANIMAL FEEDING
  Weekends, 11:00 AM
  Come down to the Nature Center and watch a baby loggerhead sea turtle, French angelfish and a Florida King snake eat their breakfast!
  At 3:00 p.m. on Sundays, come see a live rat snake and Florida King snake in person and listen to a staff naturalist give a snake talk.
  Call (561) 624-6952 for more details.
• GUIDED REEF TOUR
  Jun. 7, 14, 21, 28; Jul. 5; 10:00 AM - Noon
  Take a guided snorkeling tour of the park’s spectacular near-shore reefs. Learn about the species that inhabit MacArthur’s reefs and waters. Bring your own snorkeling gear. Must be an experienced swimmer and snorkeler and at least 10 years of age. No lifeguard on duty. Reservations required. For more information and reservations call the Nature Center at (561) 624-6952. Free with park admission of $4.00 per carload.
  Call for more details.
• BUTTERFLY WALK
  May 10; July 19, 11:00 AM
  Join a Park Ranger on a walking tour through one of South Florida’s last remaining hardwood hammocks. There will be several species of butterflies to identify and observe. Also, learn which plants attract these winged wonders to your backyard. Reservations required. For more information and reservations, call the Nature Center at (561) 624-6952. Free with park admission of $4.00 per carload.
  Call for more details.
• INTRODUCTION TO SNORKELING
  May 4; May 11; May 18; May 25, Noon
  Ever dream about snorkeling over a tropical ocean reef, but don’t know how to get started? Join skilled Park Rangers and Volunteers for an introduction to the basics of snorkeling. Must be an experienced swimmer, and have your own snorkeling gear. No lifeguard on duty. Reservations required. For more information and reservations call the Nature Center at (561) 624-6952. Free with park admission of $4.00 per carload.
  Call for more details.
• RECREATIONAL SKILLS: CASTNETTING INSTRUCTION
  May 25, 11:00 AM
  Learn how to throw a cast net, tie the right knots and catch the big one at a kid’s castnetting clinic. Great for kids or adults. The program is free with park admission of $4.00 per carload. Reservations required. For information and reservations, call the Nature Center at (561) 624-6952.
  Call for more details.