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The Pasadena Humane Society's Wildlife Day

The Pasadena Humane Society's Wildlife Day
Pasadena Humane Society
361 South Raymond Ave
Pasadena, California 91105
Sunday, October 12, 2025 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Free

Attention nature lovers of all ages: join Pasadena Humane on Sunday, October 12, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the third annual Wildlife Day.

This FREE event features engaging talks from local wildlife experts, exciting hands-on activities for kids, and a lively marketplace offering artwork, native plants, and unique goods. Guests will also encounter incredible ambassador animals up close. Don’t miss this unforgettable experience, generously sponsored by Bob & Carol McCrary.

This event features:

Wildlife Talks Join us for a series of engaging presentations throughout the day, featuring wildlife experts:

  • 11:15 - Urban Wildlife Rehab by Lauren Hamlett (Pasadena Humane)
  • 11:30 - Transitioning an Outdoor Cat to Indoor Life by Rochelle Guardado (Pasadena Humane)
  • 12:15 - Wildlife Post Fire by Kristin Ochoa (Chaney Trail Corridor)
  • 1:15 - Living With Bears (California Department of Fish and Wildlife)
  • 2:15 - Native Science 101 by Samantha Morales Johnson (San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians)

Interact, meet and greet with educational ambassador reptiles from local wildlife organizations:

  • Southwest Herp Society
  • Critter Adoptions

Vendor Marketplace
Shop the local vendor marketplace for nature-inspired art, handmade gifts, native plants, garden supplies, and more – everything you need to bring a touch of the wild home. Vendors include:

  • Patagonia
  • Barefoot Seeker
  • Srimoyee Handmade
  • Californica Nursery
  • Formosa
  • SoCal Urban Gardens
  • Altadena Seed Library
  • Farm Fresh To You
  • Mountain View Cemetery

Activities for Kids
Young animal lovers can get creative with hands-on activities, all while learning about the wild animals we see in our communities and at the shelter. Activities include:

  • Wildlife Mask Coloring
  • Seed Bombs
  • Wildlife Sticker Station
  • Measure Your Wingspan

And More
Meet wildlife partners and enjoy a cup of coffee from some amazing additional organizations:

  • International Bird Rescue
  • California Wildlife Center
  • We Explore Earth
  • Cougar Conservancy
  • Chaney Trail Corridor Project
  • Majano Coffee
  • Arroyos & Foothills Conservancy
  • Humane Pest Pro
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