April at the Peace River Wildlife Center
April is filled with opportunities to connect with wildlife both onsite at Peace River Wildlife Center and throughout our community. From daily educational programs to special events, there is something happening nearly every day.
ONSITE AT THE EDUCATION CENTER
We welcome visitors year-round to experience our ambassador animals and educational programming.
Onsite at Peace River Wildlife Center
Luna’s Bird-day Party
April 4, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Celebrate Luna’s 13th Bird-day with games, activities, and a special photo opportunity with one of our most well-known ambassadors. This free, family-friendly event is a fun way to connect with wildlife and support PRWC.
https://prwildlife.org/2026/03/31/lunas-bird-day-2026/
Easter Sunday
Open regular hours (11:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Spend part of your holiday with us and enjoy a visit with our resident wildlife.
https://prwildlife.org/visit/hours-admission/
Gopher Tortoise Day
April 10 at 12:30 PM
Join us for a Walk in the Park featuring Ruffles and Legolas as we highlight the importance of gopher tortoises and their role in Florida’s ecosystem.
Daily Programs
Our daily programs provide opportunities to learn more about the animals in our care and the work we do every day.
- Ambassadors on the Boardwalk – Meet our resident ambassadors up close and learn their stories
- Turtle Time in the Park – Learn about native turtle species and conservation efforts
Off-Site Outreach and Community Events
You can find Peace River Wildlife Center ambassadors out in the community at the following locations and events.
Sunseeker Resort Outreach
Fridays, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Stop by and meet our team at Sunseeker Resort for an opportunity to connect with wildlife and learn more about PRWC’s mission.
https://www.sunseekerresort.com/
Giving Challenge Pop-Up Event
April 15, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Military Heritage Museum
900 W Marion Ave, Punta Gorda, FL
Meet members of our team in person during the Giving Challenge and learn how you can be part of this 24-hour giving event.
https://www.givingchallenge.org/organizations/peace-river-wildlife-center-inc
Drive-Thru Donation Event at PGICA
April 21, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
A convenient way to support PRWC by dropping off donations without leaving your car. Our team will be on-site to collect items and answer questions.
https://www.pgica.org/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=799073&item_id=2900356
Earth Day at Fishermen’s Village
April 22, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Celebrate Earth Day with us at Fishermen’s Village. Stop by to learn more about local wildlife and how you can help protect it.
https://www.fishermensvillage.com/events
Girls on the Run 5K
April 26
South County Regional Park
670 Cooper St, Punta Gorda, FL
Join us at this community event where we will be sharing our mission and connecting with participants and families.
https://www.gotrswfl.org/5k-punta-gorda
Visiting PRWC helps support our mission of rescue, rehabilitation, and education. Stop by this month and see the difference your support makes.
