Bugs in your Garden? by Master Gardener Association of San Diego County
Don't panic! Many bugs are a good for you! Meet common backyard bugs and learn to distinguish between the good guys and the bad at this interactive exhibit presented by the University of California Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Association.

More Powerful Than a Locomotive, Able to Leap Tall Buildings in a Single Bound by Southern CA Edison
Uranium, the fuel that powers a nuclear reactor is an abundant element that occurs naturally in the earth's crust. Uranium is more abundant than gold or silver. Learn how Uranium 235 powers the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station.

One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish by IT-E3
Use environmental sensors to help find the right conditions for a fish community to live in as you test liquids for their pH-level and experiment with vinegar and baking soda to learn about the impact of acidity on water quality.

Bats! by Bat World Sanctuary
Bats are an important part of our local ecology. They are vital for pollination and seed-dispersal around the world, and they eat millions of insect pests every night. Learn how you can help protect our local bat population by saving their habitat.

Sustainability! by UC San Diego Environment and Sustainability Initiative
Can you power a computer just by riding a bike? What exactly is "alternative fuel" and how can it power our future? And how can knowing about the weather help us save the world? Learn the answers to these and many other questions about sustainability.

Sea to Shining Sea by National Park Service
Conduct Live Interactive Virtual Explorations of the near shore environments of national parks in Southern California.

It's Elementary, My Dear Watson! by Elementary Institute of Science
Find out what a snake has in common with a rat, a star fish with a sea cucumber and a reptile with a bird in this fun interactive lesson on taxonomy. Oh, and there's more: play a interactive game to learn about our most limiting natural resource .... It's not what you're thinking!!! ... It's not Oil, but rather Water.

Brighter Concepts by Solatube, Brighter Concepts
Learn how to brighten your house using natural sunlight.

If I Could Talk to the Animals by Aquarium Sea Life LegoLand
Sea creatures have developed incredible ways to survive. Visit us and compare your senses to a shark’s sense of smell, an octopus’ sense of touch, and much more.

Soils- The Foundation of Life by Natural Resources Conservation Service and the Resource Conservation District of Greater San Diego County
What is the difference between SOIL and DIRT? Here you will learn about how soil is the foundation for all life. Discover the amazing variety of organisms that live in, on, and above the soil, as well as why good soil is the single most important factor in growing your food.

From Seawater to Sewage by J. Craig Venter Institute
Come learn about how pioneering genomic sciences is being used to explore new biologically-driven sources of energy and to uncover novel ways to mitigate our negative impact on the planet.

Recycling Isn't Just For Soda Cans! by I Love a Clean San Diego
What items can I recycle? How are items recycled? How do I "close the loop"? How do I recycle my old computer or my batteries? Learn why it is important to recycle household hazardous waste. Learn the process behind recycling, turning the old into the new, and how we can turn old soda bottles into a backpack, t-shirt or even socks!

Watershed Connection by Groundwork San Diego Chollas Creek
Did you know that the only place on the planet that you are not in a watershed is when you are in the ocean? Groundwork San Diego – Chollas Creek invites you to make a “Watershed Connection” and discover what makes our watersheds healthy or degraded. We’ll have an interactive watershed model for visitors to explore.

Birds, Bees, Beetles and Bats by Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation
What do humming birds, bees, butterflies, beetles, bats and mosquitoes have in common? They are pollinators, transferring pollen between plants, making sure that flowers and plants continue to reproduce. Discover the World of Pollination at this interactive exhibit.

Bug Off...No Bug On by Bugs are my Business
Shake hands with a tarantula, as you visit an Insect Zoo and learn how to find, handle, and collect insects.

RecycleMania by Cal State San Marcos
Find out how Cal State San Marcos has made it to the top of the recycle world among Colleges & Universities. Learn about different classes of polymers and plastics. Investigate how plastics can tell us how much sunscreen we need, how polymers can be used to protect against fires or leaky diapers, or create some fancy paper from recycled materials.

Got Seaweed? by Birch Aquarium at Scripps
Have you had your seaweed today?  You probably have, but didn't know it.  Discover how seaweed is an important ingredient in many of the food and household products we use each day.  Touch and feel real seaweed, make a batch of seaweed slime and learn how to 'de-code' ingredient lists to find the hidden seaweed!

The Beauty & Value of Our Wildlife by Project Wildlife
San Diego County is one of the most biologically diverse areas in the U.S. and is home to the greatest number of threatened and endangered species. Learn about Project Wildlife’s life-saving efforts and meet our furry, feathered and fascinating Animal Education Ambassadors.

The Science of Energy by SDGE A Sempra Energy Corp.
Get empowered! Did you know that we can save the world one lightbulb at a time? Learn how to manage energy use in your home, school and community.

But, It's a Dry Heat, by San Diego State University
Explore the technology used to collect, monitor and display the real time effects of Global Warming on San Diego community.

Are Greener Technologies Really Greener? by Monte Vista High School
Many greener technologies are advertised having the ability to solve many of our energy problems. How efficient will these technologies address our energy problems and will we create other environmental issues by large scale implemenatation of greener technologies will be investigated and demonstrated.

Seasoned Sleuths by Center for Sustainable Energy
Join our Climate Change Detectives and find out what's causing changes to our planet. It'll be up to you to help save the Earth!

BioBlitz by E.O.Wilson
Join our voyage of discovery in the search for new life forms as we explore the miniature world of microbes. In Central Park, New York we discovered more than 200 new species in one day – how many can you find in Balboa Park, San Diego?

Biomimicry: Learning From the World's Largest R&D Library by Zoological Society of San Diego
Biomimicry is studying and emulating nature’s processes and designs, to develop nature-inspired solutions that are both effective and sustainable. Learn more about biomimicry and its potential for transforming the way we design, manufacture and build.

The Science of Saving Species by CRES
Engage with researchers and scientists from the San Diego Zoo as they demonstrate different techniques and procedures used in conserving endangered species and their habitats.

Farming the Wind and Sun by LJHS Science Team
Crafts, information and demonstrations will allow young and old to learn about wind and solar alternative energy sources.

Birds of a Feather by Chula Vista Nature Center
Why are raptors so important to our local ecology and how can we protect them? Learn about Red-tailed Hawks, Great Horned Owls, Bald Eagles and Burrowing Owls. And, meet a few birds up close and personal!

Life Without Water? by Biomatrica
Did you know that a tiny little insect nicknamed “little water bear” is able to survive without water for up to 120 years, and then come back to life with a drop of water? Learn how this natural biological mechanism can be applied to store the building blocks of life - such as DNA and RNA - without refrigeration.

The Cool World of Snake Genetics by The Reptile Image
Would you believe that only one in sixty-four snakes has the coloration that we are searching for? Come see some of the rare and beautiful snakes that we have in our collection!

It's a Small World After All by Hitachi
Explore the fascinating micro and nano-world we live in with a tabletop Scanning Electron Microscope made for children to use but sophisticated enough for professional scientists.

Seeds at City Urban Farm by San Diego City College
Come get your hands dirty and learn how you can transform your water-intensive lawn into an edible landscape! Stop by the Seeds at City urban farm booth at the Expo and taste fresh-picked biointensive produce and join in a hands-on plant propagation workshop before you head over to the farm at City College. Next, take a tour of our farm, and partake in sustainable farming workshops on double-digging, making your own compost, compost tea, and worm tea lead by urban farmers.

Baja WildLife by Universidad Autónoma de Baja California
Know the wildlife in Baja, a complex ecosystem where the actors are the puma, the condor, the cimarron, the coyote and many more species struggling for life!

It Is Never To Late by Bonita Vista High School
We will demonstrate how organic products are better for the environment, and that just by changing their way of living they will be helping the environment.

Explore the "Hearts" of the Zoo by San Diego H.S., Multimedia, Visual and Performing Arts
Learn about the different types of animal hearts found at the San Diego Zoo. Participate in multimedia explorations of the heart.

Composing Your Compost by Solana Center for Environmental Innovation
Help create a worm ecosystem and see the worms at work. Discover how composting can help save the environment and improve your garden. You’re already recycling your recyclables, learn how to compost your compostables!

Ecotoursim Report Card by Mount Miguel High School
Tourism is the number one industry in San Diego and much of this tourism focuses on our wonderful natural environment.

Wonderful Wetlands! by Tijuana Estuary
Did you know that wetlands are found worldwide and are among the richest habitats, just as rich as a tropical rainforest? Create your own wetland and discover why wetlands are important for YOU and for wildlife.

Influence of the Bountiful Bay on Science in San Diego by High Tech High
Discover how San Diego’s abundant natural resources and biodiversity led to the scientific growth and prosperity of the region, as told in the San Diego Bay book series by High Tech High. Investigate the stories and the beauty of the one-time kelp harvesting and tuna fishing capital of the world.

Presenting Plankton-A Mostly Microscopic World by Aquatic Adventures
Did you know that microscopic plankton are one of the largest producers of oxygen on Earth and the base of the oceanic food web?  Stop by the Aquatic Adventures booth and use a microscope to experience the amazing and unique world of living plankton.  Then design your own plankton and Get Ready!  Set!  And Race!  your plankton against other festival goers.  It will be a true Planktabration!

Hey…What’s in My Watershed? by San Diego Coastkeeper
What’s in the water??? Learn all about both the chemistry of water and the items that you use every day. These items, when introduced into the storm drain system affect the health of creeks, streams, rivers and the ocean. We all play a role in pollution prevention; learn how you can be a better friend of your local waterway and the ocean.

What’s an Upside Down River? by The San Diego River Park Foundation
Learn about San Diego's namesake River and why it is called "The Upside Down River."

Solving an Oily Problem by AIGhE UCSD
Have you ever wondered how scientists and engineers clean up oil spills in rivers and oceans? Recreate your own oil spill and discover different methods of removing the oil using everyday materials. Presented by the American Institute of Chemical Engineers UCSD Student Chapter.

From a Flower to a Seed by Quail Botanical Gardens
Discover the anatomy of a flower. Learn about the male and female parts of plants, and how seeds develop. in this hands-on activity for preschoolers to early elementary school children.

Do You Hear What I Hear? by San Ysidro High CyberBridge
Join the San Ysidro High CyberBridge students for a news broadcast on cetaceans. There will be news reports, interviews, video clips and audience participation too.

Splish Splash by San Diego County Water Authority
Explore the properties of water and learn how to conserve San Diego's most precious resource...Water!!!