Special Free Attractions:
Live Animals – Nature – Crafts – Fun for the Whole Family!

The Great Horned Owl.

Touch a snake or get close to a lizard!

Join Department of Fish and Game’s Steve Brightwell as he shares very interesting facts about some of Butte County’s most amazing reptiles.

Meet “Checkers” a Great Horned Owl and “Otis” a Screech Owl along with hawks and falcons as Marilyn and Andy share some fascinating facts, unique habits and curious myths about these beautiful birds of prey.

Learn the basics about Binoculars and Spotting Scopes for bird watching.  What do the numbers mean? Isn't higher power always better? This will be a "show and tell" discussion about the differences in size, quality, and construction of optics so that you can make a good choice for your needs and budget.  Sample optics will be available from numerous manufacturers to illustrate.

Local duck callers will be available for training and coaching before the contest. This is for youth up to 16 years old. Calls will be available for youths.

Smokey the Bear and the National Wildlife Refuge’s Blue Goose will be visiting at various times courtesy of the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge. Also be sure to visit the US Fish & Wildlife Service fire safety exhibit booth.

All 100 California winners from nearly 2,000 entries, will be on display. Don’t forget to see the Chico winners.

Naturalists of all ages are invited to learn bird identification, make a birdcall and much more! Nature crafts and other special activities will be taking place throughout the weekend! Get banded like a bird! Kids will be banded like a bird and learn firsthand what the experience is like.

Displays by State, Federal and Non-profit organizations plus related vendors throughout the weekend.

This year we will feature an eclectic assortment of interesting maps from around the North Valley and beyond. Get the bird’s eye view of our local landscape features. Stroll through and let your curiosity take you on a tour.