California critters are the coolest! Meet live animal ambassadors to find out how California native animals survive in our forests, grasslands, oceans, and deserts. Observe bones, feathers, and fur to make scientific discoveries about the coolest creatures on The Nature Reserve and beyond!

Registration not required, walk-ins welcome. The program is open house style with self-guided and naturalist-guided hands-on activities and crafts.  Please arrive within 30 minutes of program start time to enjoy all of the activities. Program activities will end promptly at the event end time.

This program is geared for children ages 4 and up. All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times.