Get up close and personal with live Florida native birds of prey presented by the Avian Reconditioning Center (ARC). As a center that focuses on the physical reconditioning of raptors that have been inactive for an extended period of time while recovering from illness or injury, falconry techniques are used to evaluate a bird's chances for survival in the wild after recovering from an injury and to teach nestling birds how to hunt. As master falconers, ARC will share the training techniques used in rehabilitation so the bird can be successfully released. Visitors will also learn about the natural history of the birds at the Show and their importance to us and our environment.
The "Ask the Expert" booth will have short presentations throughout the day on Saturday and Sunday. These presentations, given by growers and experts, include hands-on demonstrations and an opportunity for questions. Please see "Schedule" page for times and topics.
Troop 152 will be in yellow vests with green wagons to take your purchases to the Pick-Up area and load them into your car. Tips and donations are encouraged to help the Scouts for their trip to the National Jamboree in West Virginia.
