Very different from their cousins the Gray Squirrel, the California Ground Squirrel stays primarily in meadows instead of forested areas and digs networks of burrows underground. Considered a pest by most farmers and homeowners, the Ground Squirrel is ecological important in aerating the soil, creating burrows for other animals to live in, and providing sustenance to the dozens of animals that prey upon them.

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Project Wildlife Education Program

Our Education Department supports wildlife conservation, with a focus on local wildlife, through outreach programs that bring native San Diego to you.

Part of our mission at Project Wildlife is to promote wildlife conservation by teaching children and adults about the beauty and value of our wildlife. Because California's wildlife belongs to all of us, we want to encourage stewardship and appreciation of our native species. The continuing loss of habitat brings wildlife in contact with people now more than ever before. It is imperative that people learn about the importance of conserving habitat for wildlife. We will bring our education animals into your classroom, your scout group, your church or service group and talk about wildlife and their role in our environment. We will tell their stories because they are unable to.

We ask for prior notice, about one month, when scheduling a program. All of our presenters are volunteers and we may not always be able fulfill your request. Please also understand that our animal ambassadors may not always want to go on a program and we never force them, so we ask that you remain flexible in which type of animal you expect to attend. Please select a Bird, Mammal, or Combination program and allow us to decide which animals to bring. Once we have a volunteer and animal lined up for your request, payment will be required to confirm the program.

Programs start at $75 for a small group and $300 for an assembly. Additional fees may apply.

How to Schedule An Education Program
  • Call (858) 866-0555, x208 or fill out an online request form.
  • Please include in your message or email your name, telephone number, your group's name, the number of people in your group, and the date and the time you wish to have an education program. Please allow 3 days for a response.

Care Center

Wildlife Care Center
887 1/2 Sherman Street
San Diego, CA 92110
Directions & Map
Open 7 days a week
(except Thanksgiving, Christmas, & New Year's Day)
9:00a.m. - 4:00p.m.

Extended hours
April 15th through Sept 15th
9:00a.m. - 6:00p.m.

North County Care Center
2481 Palomar Airport Road
Carlsbad, CA 92011
Directions & Map
Open April 27th - September 5th
Tuesday-Saturday, 10:00am to 4:00pm

Outside of San Diego County?
If you are outside of our geographical area, please visit the emergency page of Wildlife International or contact your local Department of Animal Control or state Fish and Game office.

Wish List

Wish List

A donation from our wish list is a great way to support our efforts and help San Diego wildlife.