The Forgotten Coast Black Bear Festival is a one-day, free educational event that is fun for all ages.
Festival highlights include:
- Live music and dance performances
- Authors’ Corner
- Presentations by bear experts
- Demonstrations on how to retrofit trash cans and other ways residents can co-exist with bears
- A family activity pavilion
- A variety of vendors and exhibits will be on display.
Guided field trips to Tate’s Hell Forest are by bus and include a moderate hike to a site where biologists will provide participants with interactive lessons about bear biology, behavior and management.
Testimonials from the 2008 Forgotten Coast Black Bear Festival:
“…We really enjoyed the day. Thanks for everyone's hard work…”
“…It was informative, friendly, and fun…”
“…Everyone on the Tate's Hell trip was so helpful.”
“Well organized event. Vendor booths were very attractive.”
News Articles on the 2008 Forgotten Coast Black Bear Festival:
Tallahassee Democrat
Carrabelle & Apalachicola Times
Pictures from the 2008 Forgotten Coast Black Bear Festival
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For more information contact the Carrabelle Area Chamber of Commerce at 850-697-2585.
Thank You to our 2008 Partners & Sponsors:
