This is a great place to see flying raptors, slithering snakes and other cool birds and reptiles close-up. In addition to the extensive collection of live and preserved animals housed at the facility, the trained YSI experts will lead nature walks, give hands-on demonstrations and present a beautiful collection of nature-related crafts.

Back-by-popular demand, the festival will include a live animal presentation called "Falconry Through the Ages." More than 15 environmental organizations will provide educational exhibits for this ever-popular event. The lush environment of Alum Rock park provides an extra bonus to attendees as there is so much to do in the vicinity around the Science and Nature Center. It's a great place to bring family and friends!

Admission is free, but there is suggested donation of $5/family.
There is a $6.00/vehicle fee to enter Alum Rock City Park
The event will be held rain or shine.

Meet Sharkie!! -- 12 noon to 12:30 p.m.

On Stage:
11:30 am Smokey Bear Story Time
12:30 PM Falcons’ Court: Falconry Through the Ages (see a live bird of prey fly)  
1:00 PM Ukulele Jams
1:30 PM Nakolohe Kane
2:00 PM Raptor Review YSI Live Birds of Prey
3:15 PM Falcons’ Court

Nature Walk:
11:15 am Nature Walk (meet at Oak tree in front of YSI building)

Some of the Participants Include:
Santa Clara County FireSafe Council with Smokey Bear
San Jose Fire Department and the Shark Engine
Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County Bay Area Amphibians and Reptiles
California Native Plant Society
Our City Forest
Environmental Volunteers
Santa Clara County Open Space Authority
City of San Jose Alum Rock Park Rangers
City of San Jose – Nora Campos
Glenna Harris Weavers
Spring Valley Volunteer Fire Dept
Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society
Santa Clara Gem/Mineral Society
Santa Clara County Vector Control
Wildlife Center of Silicon Valley

Contact 408-258-4322 or www.youthscience.org for more information.