Gross Out Owl Pellet Dissection and Nature Scavenger Hunt

Get grossed out with Autumn Kioti & Friends while conducting a hands-on owl pellet dissection and nature scavenger hunt at Riverbend Park.

Appropriate for ages 5 to 105.

Grab the kids, bring your curiosity, and step into the wild and icky side of South Florida nature! This hands-on adventure invites families to explore bird biology and the food web through a guided owl pellet dissection paired with an engaging nature scavenger hunt designed for all ages.

After getting gross with our owl pellets, binoculars in hand and scavenger hunt clues to guide us, we’ll search for birds, plants, insects, and other natural wonders—turning learning into a playful outdoor experience.

All fees go towards materials for this event.

This guided experience is designed especially for families with children, though nature lovers of all ages are welcome. Autumn Kioti and friends will lead the group at a kid-friendly pace, helping participants learn about food webs before completing a nature scavenger hunt.

Take the time to pause and observe, ask questions, and celebrate discoveries. No prior experience is needed—just a sense of adventure and a willingness to explore.

Whether it’s your child’s first owl pellet, or your family’s next outdoor tradition, this event offers a joyful (and gross!) way to connect with nature together.

Meeting Location: Riverbend offices and public restroom area, main parking lot. We will be driving together to our activity location.
Address: 9060 W Indiantown Rd, Jupiter, FL 33478
Check-In Time: 9:00 AM
Restrooms: Available at the meeting point
Accessibility: The terrain is primarily flat, but we will be on unpaved surfaces and grassy areas. Roots may be present. Those with strollers, wheelchails and assistive walking devices are welcome.

Free entry to the park and free parking

Registration is required. Walk-ins not allowed as we provide materials for each registered attendee. Please register everyone in your party.
If you cannot attend, please cancel early so another family may join from the waitlist.

By signing the Audubon Everglades consent form, you agree that photos may be taken and shared on AE’s social media.
Prefer not to be photographed? Please let us know in advance.
Feel free to share your own photos and tag us: @AudubonEverglades

• Water (refill station available)
• Snacks
• Binoculars (sharing is welcome)
• Camera or smartphone
• Sunscreen and insect repellent
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Hat for sun protection

• No drones, glass, alcohol, or littering
• Space is limited—please cancel if you cannot attend
• Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times
• For questions or accessibility requests, contact:

We look forward to exploring the park, discovering wildlife, and sharing a memorable family adventure with you at Riverbend Park.

Audubon Everglades reserves the right to cancel or reschedule this event if we have under our minimum number of attendees. Thank you for your understanding.

Autumn Kioti (Audubon Everglades Director of Education + Outreach) is a multidisciplinary artist, Florida Master Naturalist, and environmental educator whose work blends art, ecology, and storytelling. Drawing from years of field study and artistic practice, Autumn guides workshop and field trip participants in connecting creativity with environmental awareness.

Most importantly, Autumn's goal is to help humans re-learn the art of seeing things, giving permission to all to experience the wonder of nature through the eyes of a kiddo again, no matter their age.

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