Science with Sam
JOIN US AT THE RIVER CENTER FOR OUR SCIENTIFIC PROGRAMS!
Science with Sam has new categories!
Science with Sam | Select Saturdays from 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm, join our Scientist Sam for different science and nature based activities for students aged 6 -12
After School Science with Sam | Select Tuesdays from 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, join our Scientist Sam for different science and nature based activities for students aged 6 -12
Science with Sam Green Teens | Select Saturday’s from 10am-11:30am join our Scientist Sam, and guest professionals for hands-on opportunities in the environmental world and earn volunteer hours. Ages 13-17
Science with Sam Family Fun | Select week days from 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm, join our Scientist Sam for different science and nature based activities for the whole family
Activities will include wildlife encounters, garden exploration, science experiments, and more! This is a drop off program.
Each month has different themed classes!
February 2026
Science with Sam
Happy Habitats
Saturday, February 14th, 2026 @ 3pm – 4pm
Location: River Center
🌍✨ Ready to dive into the wild world of habitats? Join our Science with Sam class for an adventure in Happy Habitats! 🦋🦩 Uncover what every habitat needs to thrive, how they depend on each other, and how we can be eco heroes!🎉🌿 Plus, gear up for a wild game of Habitat Hustle – a game that’ll leave you laughing & learning!! 🕺💚
Green Teens
A Day in the Life of a Marine Scientist
Saturday, February 7th, 2026 @ 10am – 12pm
Location: Blowing Rocks Beach
Guest: Dave Porter, WildPine Lab Scientist
Join us for a day on the water! We will be walking in the shoes of a marine scientist – taking wildlife biodiversity surveys, snorkeling for marine plants, and learning about the job of a marine scientist!
We will be meeting off-site at Blowing Rocks Beach. Please bring a waterbottle, sunscreen, and a snorkel mask. Closed-toed watershoes are required to participate!
Each student will earn 2 hours of volunteer service for attending!
March 2026
After School Science with Sam
Exciting Electricity
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026 @ 4pm – 5pm
Location: River Center
⚡️🔋 Ready to spark your curiosity? Join our “Exciting Electricity” class with Science Sam! Discover the shocking secret of bioelectricity and learn how living organisms are power-packed with electric vibes! ⚡️💡 Get hands-on with electrifying experiments & a buzzing bioelectricity activity! Don’t miss out—let’s zap into science together! 💥👩🔬
Green Teens
Prescribed Fire
Saturday, March 7th, 2026 @ 10am – 12pm
Location: Cypress Creek Natural Area
Guest: Harper Carroll – Fire Manager, PBC Environmental Resources Management
Join the River Center and Palm Beach County ERM for a thrilling class on prescribed fire. We will be meeting at Cypress Creek Natural Area to compare sites from unburned to recently burned, learning from expert Harper Carroll on how fire is managed, and conducting post-fire surveys in the field. Closed-toe shoes and a water bottle are required to participate!
Each student will earn 2 hours of volunteer service for attending!
April 2026
After School Science with Sam
Earth Day
Tuesday, April 21st, 2026 @ 4pm – 5pm
Location: Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area
🌍✨ Join our Science with Sam class this Earth Day! 🌱❤️ Dive into the wonders of our incredible planet—discover what makes Earth so special, learn about endangered species, and find out how YOU can make a difference! Plus, take home a fun Earth Day craft after a walk in nature. Let’s celebrate and care for our planet together! 💚🌿