A child touching a tortoise shell.

A child touches a tortoise shell during an Elachee event.

Come celebrate with Elachee Nature Science Center at their biggest event of the year – the Annual Wildlife Festival.

It’s one day only, Saturday, Sept. 12, from 10 am to 2 pm.

Adults and children alike can meet live animals, talk with wildlife experts and conservation organizations. Groups like Georgia Mountain Falconry, Georgia Reptile Society, Boy Scouts of Northeast Georgia and Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia are just some of the organizations who will be present.

Experience the wild outdoors in comfort with food trucks, face painting and more.

Purchase tickets online at www.elachee.org.

Tickets are limited and prices increase on the day of the event. Proceeds benefit hands-on science programs, live animal exhibits and more.

Photo: courtesy Elachee Nature Science Center