March 20, 21, and 22, 2009 will be the Mackerricher Whale Festival. All activities begin at the Mackerricher visitor center next to the whale skeleton.
* March 20, 7pm- "Close encounters of the whale kind." Listen to people sharing their encounters with gray whales and other marine mammals. Share your own experiences with whales.
* March 21, 11am- "Whale Talk and Walk." Learn about gray whales and go to Laguna Point to look for whales. Binoculars will be provided.
* March 21, 12:30pm to 2:30pm- "Whale Scavenger Hunt." Children follow clues to learn about gray whales and win a prize.
* March 21, 12:00pm to 2:30pm- "Make a whale - arts and crafts." Children can make their own whales.
* March 22, 11am- "Whale Talk and Walk." Learn about gray whales and go to Laguna Point to look for whales.
* March 22, 1pm to 3pm- "Paint the whale skeleton." Help us paint the metal support base of the whale skeleton. Paint and brushes will be provided.
The Mackerricher State Park Visitor Center is located three miles north of Fort Bragg, Ca. All whale festival activities are free. Call 707-961-0471 for more information.
By Kristin
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