Decomposers Unleashed! (From Soil Squad to Cool Pets)

Come “Unearth a Story” with Bennett Wilcox and his mother, Kathy, for a free, hands-on encounter with nature’s ultimate cleanup crew who work above and beneath the soil you walk on! This educational and fun event explores amazing detritivores, including giant exotic millipedes, colorful isopods, and fascinating Madagascar hissing cockroaches. Discover what these unique creatures eat, how they enrich our ecosystem by recycling nutrients, and why they actually make fantastic, low-maintenance pets. Perfect for curious kids ages 5 and up, as well as adults, this interactive presentation invites you to get up close and even hold some of the live animals. Come uncover the secret, wonderful world of bugs and see these essential critters in a whole new light!

Kids (6-8)