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(510) 881-6747
1801 D Street, Hayward
sulphurcreek@haywardrec.org

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Sulphur Creek Nature Center offers exciting science programs that focus on the natural history and ecology of local wildlife. These stimulating programs are designed primarily for students in pre-school through Grade 6. Students participate in lively discussion, conduct field studies and have hands-on experiences with LIVE animals. Including a Sulphur Creek program in your curriculum creates a memorable learning experience for students and adults alike.

  • All programs support the Science Framework for California Public Schools.
  • Conducted year-round on the grounds of the Nature Center using the wildlife exhibits, grassland, creek and riparian habitats as our outdoor classroom.
  • Brought to you as outreach programs during the months of October through March. Choose the programs that coincide best with your classroom curriculum.
  • Please refer to our quarterly brochure for details of programs and clases.

Community Service Shadow Class
Baby PossumsGet an up-close look at the day to day operations of Sulphur Creek Nature Center, a wildlife hospital and educational facility.  Attend a two hour orientation that will introduce you to the variety of education programs offered, volunteer opportunities, and the basics of caring for sick and injured wildlife.  Get a behind-the-scenes tour of the wildlife hospital, the sign-up to shadow one of our experienced volunteers for a 3-4 hour shift.  You will assist them as they care for our resident hawks, owls, coyotes, or foxes.  Help clean, feed, and plan enrichment.  May satisfy 6 hours of community service requirement; check with your school first.
Registration is required for this class which is designed for students 11-18 years of age.
$30 per person.  Space is limited.

Orientation Dates:
Check back for new schedule

Shadow Times:
Saturdays or Sundays: 8:30AM-12:30PM or 1:00-5:00PM
Or two shifts after school on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays 3:00-5:00

**Must sign up for a Shadow time within a month after the orientation.**


Special Programs

Flight to Freedom
Saturday, August 28, 2010
6:30 - 9:00 pm  - $70
2010 FTF owl.jpgOrder Early - Tickets Selling Fast!
Relax under the oaks, and enjoy excellent wine, beer, coffee, and delicious appetizers and desserts along with live music. As a highlight to the evening, you will witness the release of some young owls raised through Sulphur Creek’s Wildlife Rehabilitation program. Take part in the behind-the-scenes tours, live animal appearances, and much more. This is a fundraising event benefiting the wildlife education and rehabilitation programs of Sulphur Creek Nature Center. The evening will also offer you a chance to participate in our silent auction. Tickets are $70 and are available by calling (510) 881-6747 daily after 10:00am. This is an adult-only event, you must be at least 21 to attend.
Contributors include:  Thomas Coyne Winery, Owl Ridge Wines, Westover Vineyards, Buffalo Bill's Brew Pub, Phoenix Glass.



Directions to Sulphur Creek Nature Center

From San Leandro/ Oakland / San Francisco or Fremont / San Jose on 880.
Exit "A" Street.
Proceed east 1.75 mi to Second Street, right on Second Street, left on "D" Street, proceed 0.8 mi. to park.

From Oakland/ San Leandro on 580
Exit South 238/Hayward.   Follow Foothill Blvd. to the second City Center Drive (after Centennial Hall), turn left.    Make a right onto Second Street, and a left onto "D" Street, proceed 0.8 miles to park.

From Livermore/Pleasanton on 580.
Exit Castro Valley, left at light, left on Grove Way, left on Center Street, right on B Street, left on 7th Street, left on "D" Street, proceed 2 blocks to park.

On public Transportation
AC Transit line #95 departs Hayward BART station and has a bus stop at Sulphur Creek's driveway. Call AC Transit at 511 for route departure and arrival times.

Many of our facilities may be rented by individuals and groups or have picnic areas which may be reserved. For detailed information about locations, pricing and policies click on the button when you see it or visit the Facility Rental and Reservations section now .

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