https://wildlife.ca.gov/News/Archivehttps://wildlife.ca.gov/News/Archive/cdfws-nature-challenge-is-calling-all-california-families-this-summerWildlifeWed, 22 Jun 2022 14:39:30 GMT

Back by popular demand, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (CDFW) Nature Bowl 2022: Family Challenge is underway and ready for Californians to enjoy.

<p>Back by popular demand, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (CDFW) Nature Bowl 2022: Family Challenge is underway and ready for Californians to enjoy.</p> <p>CDFW’s North Central Region initiated this statewide, family-friendly competition during the COVID-19 pandemic as a delightful and educational way for families to explore nature close to home – in their backyards, neighborhoods and local wild areas – while having some outside fun and working together to complete some nature-related activities.</p> <p>Last year, families from across the state participated in the challenge. This year, we hope your family does too.</p> <p>The 2022 challenge includes two scavenger hunts: one provided by CDFW and the other to be created by your family. There is also an extra credit element of cataloging your found items – just like a scientist.</p> <p>The challenge is open to all California families with the deadline to enter on Aug. 31, 2022.</p> <p>To sign up and receive the Nature Bowl 2022: Family Challenge packet, please email <a href="mailto:Genelle.Treaster@wildlife.ca.gov">Genelle.Treaster@wildlife.ca.gov</a>. The Family Challenge packet – along with additional information – is available at CDFW’s <a href="https://wildlife.ca.gov/Regions/2/Nature-Bowl">Nature Bowl webpage</a>.</p> <p>###</p> <p><strong><em>Media Contact:</em></strong><br /> <em><a href="mailto:Peter.Tira@wildlife.ca.gov">Peter Tira</a>, CDFW Communications, (916) 215-3858</em></p> <p><em>© Lynee Fluty, all rights reserved.</em></p>