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It is the policy of the Fish and Wildlife Service to accommodate individuals with disabilities. If you have questions concerning programs, or if you need accommodation to enable you to participate, please contact a visitor services staff person, either at the Visitor Center or at the Environmental Education Center.

Saturday, February 16
Webelos Naturalist Program
Visitor Center, Fremont
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Attention Webelos! Earn your naturalist badge in just two hours. During this hike, learn about birds, flyways, food chains, and the importance of wetlands. Bring your binoculars, or borrow one of ours. Space is limited to 15 Webelos. Call 510-792-0222 ext. 43 beginning November 27 for reservations. Led by June Smith.

Just for Tots: February Discoveries!
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Come explore who eats whom in the salt marsh! Introduce your wee folk, ages 3-6, to the unique marsh habitat through interactive, hands-on activities. They will experience the marsh first-hand with puppets, a craft, and a short walk. Children must be accompanied by an adult. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call Lindy at 408-262-5513 ext. 102.

Water Water Everywhere
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Where does the water come from and where does it go? Learn about the water cycle and watersheds. Build a model of a watershed and see if you can predict where the water will go. Recommended for ages 7 and up. Led by Ed Kantack. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call Lindy at 408-262-5513 ext. 102.

Saturday, February 23
*Drawbridge
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
There’s a ghost town in San Francisco Bay? That’s right! Nestled on an island in the salt marshes of South San Francisco Bay, the town of Drawbridge once boomed. Was it a quiet, peaceful town full of nature lovers, or a rip-roaring town full of two fisted rowdies? Enjoy a slide show program led by Ceal Craig. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call Lindy at 408-262-5513 ext. 102.

Webelos Naturalist Program
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Calling all Webelos of Santa Clara County! Do you need to earn a naturalist badge? We’ve got a program just for you. Learn about birds, migration, flyways, food chains, human impacts, and the importance of wetlands. Then take a walk and use our binoculars to spot birds in the wild. Program will go, rain or shine. Space is limited. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Calls for reservations begin Tuesday, November 27th at 9:00 a.m. No Exceptions.
Call Lindy at 408-262-5513 ext. 102.

Sunday, March 2
Slough Whoo???
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Whoo...whoo…whoo did that owl eat? Bet you can find out! Come solve the mystery of who ate whom and know more about these nocturnal predators. We will start with a slide show, and then hike the habitats
to search for owl clues. Dissect owl pellets to discover exactly who that owl ate! All ages welcome. Led by Paul Bridges. Reservations required. Call 408-262-5513.

Saturday, March 8
Exploring the Dunes
Antioch Dunes NWR, Antioch
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Did you know there’s a National Wildlife Refuge in Antioch? Here’s your chance to explore this refuge that is usually closed to the public. This guided tour (1-1.5 mile) will focus on the wonders of Antioch
Dunes National Wildlife Refuge. Wear sturdy shoes for the sandy hike along the dunes. All ages welcome. No reservations required. No facilities. Contact 510-521-9624 for additional information and directions.

*Adult Beginning Birdwatching
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Can you tell an avocet from a black-necked stilt? If not, join birding enthusiast Ceal Craig for a beginning bird watching program and get to know the most common refuge visitors. Start with a slide show inside to learn how to recognize the regulars, then borrow a pair of binoculars and take a walk with Ceal to try your new skills. Program intended for adults. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call Lindy at
408-262-5513 ext. 102.

*Beginning Bird Photography Workshop
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Come learn the basics in bird photography! Join us for tips on photography or for viewing commonly seen birds at the refuge. This beginning bird photography workshop will help you get the most out of your point-and-shoot camera. We will discuss ideal sighting and photo taking conditions, lighting, composition and equipment. We will also have a slide show to familiarize you with some common birds at the refuge. Our discussion will be followed by an easy walk to different locations where we will take photos. Please bring your binoculars and/or digital or film camera. Warm clothing and comfortable walking shoes recommended. Space is limited. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call Lindy at 408-262-5513 ext. 102.

Twilight Marsh Walk
Visitor Center, Fremont
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Experience the salt marsh at twilight on an easy stroll along Tidelands (1 1/3 mile) Trail. At the setting of the sun we will observe the beginning of nature’s night shift. Come discover the sights, sounds, and smells of the refuge as night descends. Meet at the observation deck. Not suitable for young children. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call 510-792-0222 ext. 43. Led by Mary and Gene Bobik.

Sunday, March 9
Webelos Naturalist Program
Visitor Center, Fremont
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Attention Webelos! Earn your naturalist badge in just two hours. During this hike, learn about birds, flyways, food chains, and the importance of wetlands. Bring your binoculars, or borrow one of ours. Space is limited to 15 Webelos.
Call 510-792-0222 ext. 43. Led by June Smith.

Saturday, March 15
*Backyard Birds
Happy Hollow Park and Zoo, San Jose
8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Want to know what kind of bird that is in your backyard? Come learn about wild birds that live at Happy Hollow Park and Zoo. Interpretive Specialist Lindy Nice takes “Children’s Beginning Bird Watching” on the road. The wild birds at the zoo are common backyard birds. Program is free with park admission. Suitable for ages 5 and up. Reservations are required. Call Vanessa Rogier at 408-277-3065.

*Bird Migration
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Why do they migrate? How far do they fly? Who flies the farthest? Come and learn about bird migration and some of the hazards birds encounter during their seasonal travels. Play a migration game. Led by volunteer Ed Kantack. Recommended for ages 7 and up. Reservations required. Call Lindy at 408-262-5513 ext 102.

Sunday, March 16
Native Species Scavenger Hunt
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
The refuge is a mosaic of different habitats, each habitat supporting an array of California native wildlife. Come enjoy the outdoors as we embark on a scavenger hunt, exploring the refuge habitats and the creatures that call them home! We will get up close and personal with the salt marsh, sloughs, and salt ponds on our short and easy trek. Binoculars and I.D. charts in hand, we will identify native plants and animals. We will also learn how these wetland habitats are impacted by humans. All ages welcome. Reservations are required. Call 408-262-5513.

Edible Plants on the Refuge
Visitor Center, Fremont
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Take a guided walk on Tidelands Trail and discover which plants are edible or have medicinal uses. We’ll taste some of these plants on the refuge, or in commercially
made products. Led by Carmen Minch.

Saturday, March 22
*Girl Scout Try it Eco-Explorer Patch
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Calling all Brownies of Santa Clara County! Anyone out there want to earn an Eco-Explorer patch? We’ve got the program just for you. Come to the wildlife refuge and learn about habitats, food chains, and how you can help wildlife. Then take a walk to explore the habitats at the southern end of the bay. Ratio of 1 adult for every 6 children recommended. Dress warmly. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call Lindy at 408-262-5513 ext. 102.

Family Bird Walk
Visitor Center, Fremont
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Let family walks become a shared time of nature learning. We’ll begin by helping kids create their personal bird watching field guides, and then head out onto the trails to find those birds. Learn about the salt marsh habitat along the way. A limited number of binoculars are available to borrow. Recommended for children ages 5-10. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call 510-792-0222 ext. 43.

*Webelos Naturalist Program
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Calling all Webelos of Santa Clara County! Anyone out there need to earn a naturalist badge? We’ve got a program just for you. Learn about birds, migration, flyways, food chains, human impacts, and the importance of wetlands. Then take a walk and use our binoculars to spot birds in the wild. Ratio of 1 adult for every 6 children recommended. Space is limited. Program fills quickly. RESERVATIONS
REQUIRED. Calls for reservations begin Thursday, February 21 at 9:00 a.m. Call Lindy at 408-262-5513 ext. 102.

Saturday, March 29
*Discover Native Plants!
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Want to know more about native plants? Here is the program for you! Learn all about them with an informative walk through our native plant demonstration garden. View plants that not only attract wildlife, but require little watering. Led by June Smith. Program intended for adults, but all ages welcome. RESERVATIONS
REQUIRED. Call Lindy at (408) 262-5513 ext. 102.

Community Service
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Do you need to fulfill community service requirements?
Come help remove invasive non-native plants from our chemical-free demonstration gardens. Bring your own gloves or borrow a pair of ours. Tools provided. Dress in layers. Long pants are recommended. Be prepared to get dirty and wet. Recommended for ages 9 and up. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call Lindy at 408-262-5513 ext. 102.

Saturday, April 5
*Habitat Hike
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Join us for an enlightening hike around the Education Center. Find out what critters are enjoying the refuge during this time of year. Look for seasonal changes in our wetland habitats. We will observe and identify the wildlife we see on this short and easy trek. Discover what your connection is to this thriving wetland and what you can do at home to protect it. Dress warmly. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call Lindy at 408-262-5513 ext. 102.

*Drawbridge
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
There’s a ghost town in San Francisco Bay? That’s right! Nestled on an island in the salt marshes of South San Francisco Bay, the town of Drawbridge once boomed. Was it a quiet, peaceful town full of nature lovers, or a rip-roaring town full of two-fisted rowdies? Enjoy a slide show led by Ceal Craig. Optional walk afterwards. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Call Lindy at 408-262-5513 ext. 102.

Beginning Bird Photography Workshop
Visitor Center, Fremont
3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Come learn the basics in bird photography! Join us for tips on photography or for viewing commonly seen birds at the refuge. This beginning bird photography workshop will help you get the most out of your point-and-shoot camera. We will discuss ideal sighting and photo taking conditions, lighting, composition and equipment. We will also have a slide show to familiarize you with some common
shorebirds at the refuge. Our discussion will be followed by an easy walk to different locations where we will take photos. Please bring your binoculars
and/or digital or film camera. Warm clothing and comfortable walking shoes recommended. Space is limited. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.
Call 510-792-0222 ext. 43.

Sunday, April 6
*Habitat Hike
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Do you enjoy exploring nature? Do you find yourself curious about where mice sleep or how birds stay dry in the rain? If so, then come take a walk and explore the habitats at the refuge. Along the way we will learn about wetland and upland habitats that have been human-altered. We will observe and identify plants, birds, and whatever other animals we see on this short and easy trek. This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. Recommended for all ages. Reservations required. Call 408-262-5513.

Webelos Naturalist Program
Visitor Center, Fremont
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Attention Webelos! Earn your Naturalist Badge in just two hours. During this hike, learn about birds, flyways, food chains, and the importance of wetlands.
Bring your binoculars, or borrow one of ours. Space is limited to 15 Webelos. Call 510-792-0222 ext. 43 for reservations. Led by June Smith.

Saturday, April 12
Exploring the Dunes
Antioch Dunes NWR, Antioch
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Did you know there’s a National Wildlife Refuge in Antioch? Here’s your chance to explore this refuge that is usually closed to the public. This guided tour (1-1.5 mile) will focus on the wonders of Antioch Dunes National Wildlife Refuge. Wear sturdy shoes for the sandy hike along the dunes. All ages welcome. No reservations required. No facilities. Contact 510-521-9624 for additional information and directions.

Family Bird Walk
Visitor Center Auditorium, Fremont
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Let family walks become a shared time of nature learning. We’ll begin by helping kids create their personal
bird watching field guides, and then head out onto the trails to find those birds. Learn about the salt marsh habitat along the way. A limited number of binoculars are available to borrow. Led by Patricia Gerrity. Recommended for children ages 5-10. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call 510-792-0222 ext. 43.

*South Bay Bird Fest!
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Join us for a day of celebrating our feathered friends. Witness avian antics in a LIVE BIRD SHOW! Take a guided walk, play games, make crafts, and more. Don’t miss this fun, feather-filled fiesta! All activities and crafts are FREE! No reservations necessary.

Saturday, April 19
*Ohlone Uses of Plants
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Explore the plants that were traditionally used by the Ohlone Indians. Then enjoy a guided walk in our native plant garden. Fun for the whole family. Recommended for ages 7 and up. Led by volunteer Pat Hartinger. Dress in layers. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call Lindy at 408-262-5513 ext. 102.

*Springtime Stroll
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
It’s springtime! Join us for a leisurely walk along the Mallard Slough trail. We can look for seasonal changes and perhaps see a few young chicks. Bring cameras
and binoculars. Led by volunteer Ed Kantack. Open to all ages. Dress in layers. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call Lindy at 408-262-5513 ext. 102.

Twilight Marsh Walk
Visitor Center, Fremont
7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Experience the salt marsh at twilight on an easy stroll along Tidelands (1 1/3 mile) Trail. At the setting of the sun we will observe the beginning of nature’s night shift. Come discover the sights, sounds, and smells of the refuge as night descends. Meet at the observation deck. Not suitable for young children. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call 510-792-0222 ext. 43. Led by Mary and Gene Bobik.

Saturday, April 26
Earth Day Cleanup
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Join us for our annual Earth Day Cleanup and help protect wildlife. Bring a hat, sunscreen, and water. We’ll supply gloves and trash bags. Be prepared to get dirty! RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED! Space is limited to the first 50 people. For more information, call 408-262-5513.

*Adult Beginning Bird Watching
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Can you tell an avocet from a black-necked stilt? If not, join birding enthusiast Ceal Craig for a beginning bird watching program and get to know the most common refuge visitors. Start with a slide show, then borrow a pair of binoculars and take a walk with Ceal to try your new skills. Program intended for adults. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call Lindy at 408-262-5513 ext. 102.

Sunday, April 27
Edible Plants on the Refuge
Visitor Center, Fremont
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Take a guided walk on Tidelands Trail and discover which plants are edible or have medicinal uses. We’ll taste some of these plants on the refuge, or in commercially
made products. Led by Carmen Minch.

Earth Day Planting
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Find out what you can do at home to take care of our planet. Help keep pollution out of our waterways by working in our chemical-free gardens. Plant natives and make the refuge a better place for migratory birds and resident animals. Bring garden gloves and water. Garden tools provided. Great service project for scout groups, students who need to fulfill community service requirements, and home-schooled groups. Be prepared to get dirty and wet. Recommended for ages 8 and up. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call Lindy at 408-262-5513 ext. 102.

Mud Marsh Mania
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
What’s that wiggling and squiggling? Think that brown stuff is just mud? Think again!!! Come take a slough hike, collect some ooey, gooey mud, and discover which critters the birds find during a low-tide feast. During this program we will compare mud creatures from two different mud flat habitats. Through this comparison, we will discover how these creatures are species indicators of slough habitat. All ages welcome. Reservations are required. Call 408-262-5513.

Saturday, May 3
Family Bird Walk
Visitor Center, Fremont
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Let family walks become a shared time of nature learning. We’ll begin by helping kids create their personal bird watching field guides, and then head out onto the trails to find those birds. Learn about the salt marsh habitat along the way. A limited number of binoculars are available to borrow. Led by Patricia Garrity. Recommended for children ages 5-10. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.
Call 510-792-0222 ext. 43.

*Whoo Did the Owl Eat?
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Come learn about owls and their adaptations that enable them to be superb hunters. Learn about food chains and the habitats that owls hunt in. Find out what they eat by dissecting an owl pellet. See if you can figure out the mystery of whoo the owl ate. Recommend for ages 4 and up. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.
Call 408-262-5513 ext. 102.

*Junior Girl Scout Wildlife Badge
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Calling all junior girl scouts of Santa Clara County! Anyone out there want to earn a wildlife badge? We’ve got the program just for you. Come to the wildlife refuge and learn about the features of different creatures, how you can help wildlife, and much more. Then take a walk to explore the habitats at the southern end of the bay. Program covers badge requirements. Ratio of 1 adult for every 6 children recommended. Dress warmly. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call Lindy at
408-262-5513 ext 102.

Saturday, May 10
Exploring the Dunes
Antioch Dunes NWR, Antioch
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Did you know there’s a National Wildlife Refuge in Antioch? Here’s your chance to explore this refuge that is usually closed to the public. This guided tour (1-1.5 mile) will focus on the wonders of Antioch Dunes National Wildlife Refuge. Wear sturdy shoes for the sandy hike along the dunes. All ages welcome. No reservations required. No facilities. Contact 510-521-9624 for additional information and directions.

A Trip Back in Time
Visitor Center, Fremont
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Revive the vanishing knowledge of the history of the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge grounds by strolling the trails with docent Ray Studer. Ray spent most of 2004 researching the on-site salt production, railroads, and homes that were located on the refuge grounds until the 1950s. Using a collection of old photographs, the last vestiges of a way of life can be traced back to the 1850s that led to the construction of the town of Newark in 1876.

*Webelos Naturalist Program
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Calling all Webelos of Santa Clara County! Anyone out there need to earn a naturalist badge? We’ve got a program just for you. Learn about birds, migration, flyways, food chains, human impact, and the importance of wetlands. Then take a walk and use our binoculars to spot birds in the wild. Ratio of 1 adult for every 6 children recommended. Space is limited. Program fills quickly. RESERVATIONS
REQUIRED. Calls for reservations begin Thursday, February 21st at 9:00 a.m. Call Lindy at 408-262-5513 ext. 102.

*Beginning Bird Photography Workshop
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Come learn the basics in bird photography! Join us for tips on photography or for viewing commonly seen birds at the refuge. This beginning bird photography
workshop will help you get the most out of your point-and-shoot camera. We will discuss ideal sighting and photo taking conditions, lighting, composition and equipment. We will also have a slide show to familiarize you with some common shorebirds at the refuge. Our discussion will be followed by an easy walk to different locations where we will take photos. Please bring your binoculars and/or digital or film camera. Warm clothing and comfortable walking shoes recommended. Space is limited. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call Lindy at 408-262-5513 ext. 102.

Sunday, May 11
*Mother’s Day Beginning Bird Watching
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Do something special with Mom. Take her to the wildlife refuge for a Mother’s Day bird walk. Bring your own brunch to eat in our outdoor pavilion after the program. Join birding enthusiast Ceal Craig for a beginning bird watching program and get to know the most common refuge visitors. We’ll start with a slide show inside to learn how to recognize the regulars, and then take a walk with Ceal to try your new skills. Fun for the whole family! RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call Lindy
at 408-262-5513 ext. 102.

Edible Plants on the Refuge
Visitor Center, Fremont
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Take a guided walk on Tidelands Trail and discover which plants are edible or have medicinal uses. We’ll taste some of these plants on the refuge, or in commercially
made products. Led by Carmen Minch.

Saturday, May 17
*About Butterflies
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Do you know the difference between butterflies, moths and skippers? Learn about these insects and their life cycles. Then take a leisurely late summer walk around our butterfly garden to see some of these beautiful creatures. Led by Ed Kantack. Suitable for ages 7 and up. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call Lindy at
408-262-5513 ext. 102.

Endangered Species Day
Visitor Center Auditorium, Fremont
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Come to the refuge and celebrate Endangered Species
Day! Meet and greet artists form elementary schools in the Fremont, Newark, New Haven, and Ravneswood School Districts who entered the 26th Annual Endangered Species Poster Contest. The artists’ work will be on display in the Visitor Center Auditorium. Refreshments will be served.

Twilight Marsh Walk
Visitor Center, Fremont
7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Experience the salt marsh at twilight on an easy stroll along Tidelands (1 1/3 mile) Trail. At the setting of the sun we will observe the beginning of nature’s night shift. Come discover the sights, sounds, and smells of the refuge as night descends. Meet at the observation deck. Not suitable for young children. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call 510-792-0222 ext. 43. Led by Mary and Gene Bobik.

Sunday, May 18
*Habitat Hike
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Do you enjoy exploring nature? Do you find yourself curious about where mice sleep or how birds stay dry in the rain? If so, come take a walk and explore the habitats at the refuge. Along the way we will learn about wetland and upland habitats that have been human-altered. We will observe and identify plants, birds, and other animals we see on this short and easy trek. This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. Recommended for all ages. Reservations required. Call 408-262-5513.

Sunday, May 25
*Wonderful Wildflowers
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Do you enjoy wildflowers, bugs, and butterflies? If so, this is the program for you. Come learn about native wildflowers and discover how insects play a major role in the life cycle of all flowers and fruits. Then take a walk through our native plant garden and enjoy a scavenger hunt. June Smith will be leading the walk. Come rain or shine. Recommended for all ages. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call Lindy at 408-262-5513 ext. 102.

*Critter Café
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Water is pretty boring stuff, right? No way! Come take a closer look at some of the tiny, wiggly, squiggly creatures we’ll find in San Francisco Bay slough water samples. Learn about macroinvertebrates and plankton -- the tasty treats that shorebirds are eating at our five-star marsh “cafes” at the refuge. Recommended
for ages 6 and up. Reservations required. Call 408-262-5513.

Saturday, May 31
Community Service
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Do you need to fulfill community service requirements?
Come help remove invasive non-native plants from our chemical-free demonstration gardens. Bring your own gloves or borrow a pair of ours. Tools provided. Dress in layers. Long pants recommended. Be prepared to get dirty and wet. Recommended for ages 9 and up. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call Lindy
at 408-262-5513 ext. 102.

Exploring Owls
Visitor Center Auditorium, Fremont
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Owls have captivated human imagination for centuries.
Curious about how they hunt, how they see and hear, and what they eat? Come listen to a presentation, view owl body parts, listen to their calls, and dissect their pellets to see what they eat. Recommended for ages 7 and up. Led by Paul Bridges. Reservations required. Call 510-792-0222 ext. 43.

*Reading at the Refuge
Environmental Education Center, Alviso
1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Come to our Education Center auditorium to enjoy a story about wildlife followed by a guided exploration outside. Fun for the whole family. This program is geared for ages 4 and up. Led by volunteer Pat Hartinger. Come rain or shine. Dress in layers. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call Lindy, at 408-262-5513 ext 102.

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