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EarthFair

 EarthFair 2010
Sunday, April 18
Balboa Park
10am - 5pm

Our annual EarthFair in Balboa Park is the largest free annual environmental fair in the world. EarthFair 2010 will be our 20th anniversary – the 40th anniversary of the first Earth Day! Each year, the EarthFair draws around 70,000 visitors.

    Produced by 400 volunteers, EarthFair features more than 350 exhibitors, special theme areas, a Food Pavilion, a special Kids’ Activity Area, three entertainment venues, the Children’s Earth Parade, the eARTh Gallery art show, and the Cleaner Car Concourse.

Important Links
Getting There – Transportation
Don't start out your day sitting it traffic. Bike, take public transit, or use the off-site lots and free shuttles.
Exhibitor Finder
Take a look at who exhibited at EarthFair 2009... most are expected to return in 2010.
Handicapped Parking
There will be extra handicapped parking in the Organ Pavilion lot.
EarthFair Map
Find your way around the fair.

Exhibitors

Exhibitors on El Prado    Our exhibitors form the heart of EarthFair. They represent every type of environmental organization, governmental program and commercial enterprise with goods, services and causes that address our environment and quality of life. Our exhibitor fees are graduated to allow everyone to participate, from the smallest organization to the largest corporation.

    It's impossible to list everything you'll find at EarthFair: traditional conservation organizations, wildlife preservation groups, products made from natural and organically grown crops, organic gardening information, alternative energy vehicles, ecotourism opportunities, many alternative and traditional health care products and services, pet adoption services, clean air and clean water products, rainforest preservation groups ... the list goes on and on.

    If your organization, club, or company is interested in exhibiting at EarthFair, please click here.

A Lamma in the Kid's AreaSpecial for Kids

In our Childrens’ Activity Area you’ll find crafts, games, face painting, storytelling, and a hands-on activities for children of all ages. Activities are intended to educate, entertain and inspire youth, in the spirit of Earth Day. This year, participants will learn to make paper, find out about recycling, make gift cards from recycled materials, and learn how to visit wild areas without disturbing the environment. Our Children’s Stage features youth-oriented performances throughout the day.

Entertainment

Sun Stage crowd    EarthFair will feature three stages. We’ve already mentioned the Children’s Stage, featuring music, song and storytelling aimed at the younger set. The Moon Stage (at Park and Presidents Way) will feature a variety of contemporary music by local artists. The Folk Music Stage (by the U.N. building), hosted by the San Diego Folk Music Heritage Society, will feature some of our city’s finest folk music artists.

eHome

    Our eHome exhibit area showcases products and technologies that can make your home more environmentally sustainable. If you're building a new structure, or adding to an existing home, alternative home-building technologies, such as straw bale and steel-frame construction, will be of interest. Find out about energy- and resource-saving products and materials, like energy-efficient appliances and low-E windows. A wide variety of solar electric systems – available now, to help you get off the grid – will be shown.

eARTh Gallery

    The eARTh Gallery features works by artists using recycled materials or showing depictions of "Endangered Spaces" in San Diego County. The artwork will be presented next to the Children's Area in the Pan American Plaza (close to the Auto Museum).

    Are you an artist with earth-friendly art you'd like to display? Click here for more information about exhibiting in the eARTh Gallery.

Food Pavilion

    Tired of the nitrate-filled hot dogs and sugar-loaded sodas you usually get at large public events? Then step right up to our Food Pavilion for a change of pace. You'll find out-of-the-ordinary vegetarian fare that will make you wish it was available in the park all year long. If you are interested in being a food vendor at EarthFair, click here for more information.

Children's Earth Parade

Children's Earth Parade    The Children's Earth Parade (All Species Welcome) starts at 10:30 am by the Spanish Village and marches through the Park to the Children's Area in the Pan American Plaza. Participants are invited to dress up as endangered species, present their favorite earth-friendly messages. To find out more about the Children's EarthParade, including how you can participate, please click here.

Cleaner Car Concourse

    The Cleaner Car Concourse features vehicles of all descriptions that all run on alternative fuels (hybrids included). This isn't just “the future”: these are vehicles being used on the road today. The vehicles will be on display in the Pan American Plaza.

    Do you have a vehicle that belongs in the show? Click here for more information, and to register on-line.

Stuff to Buy

    You'll see lots of stuff to buy at EarthFair. As in previous years, non-profit organizations are free to sell goods and services to support their operations. In fact, for many of the smaller non-profits, EarthFair can be a significant source of funding for their activities. So, if you want to get some holiday gifts real early, you can make sure your money will be going to a cause you want to support.

    We will also allow for-profit organizations to sell environmentally-beneficial goods and services.

Getting There

   Sixty- to seventy-thousand people can create real transportation problems. If you arrive after about 10:30 am, there is often no CAR parking close to the Park.

    Not to worry though ... we have some suggestions that can help take the frustration out of getting there:

Bike ParkingRide a Bike

  • There is free, guarded bike parking, coordinated by the San Diego County Bicycle Coalition, available in two locations:
    • On Village Place (off of Park Blvd., south of the Zoo) behind the Natural History Museum
    • In front of the Museum of Man, just over the Laurel St. bridge.

  • If you don't want to ride the entire way to the park, drive part way, park in a convenient spot, and ride the rest of the way.

Take the Trolley and Walk or Shuttle to Balboa Park

There is a trolley stop about a 10 minute walk from the Park, or two shuttle options near the Trolley station.

Ride any Blue or Orange Trolley Line to the Trolley's City College Station in downtown San Diego. The Station is located between 11th Avenue and Park Blvd. and C Street and Broadway.

To walk to Balboa Park, go north on 12th Ave, which turns into Park Blvd. a few blocks north of the station. Walk north on Park Blvd. until you reach President's Way, then turn left into Balboa Park.

If you do not want to walk from the Trolley Station, you can:

  • The Route 7 bus stop is just steps away at the corner of 11th Avenue and C Street where you can board a special Route 7 Shuttle operating every 15 minutes to Balboa Park.
     
    Remember to get a Day Pass when you start your trip on the Trolley. And on Sundays, two children (12 and under) ride free with each adult (18 and older) who pays a regular fare with cash or pass. To plan your trip visit www.sdmts.com.
     
  • Take the FREE EarthFair Shuttle from the corner of Park Blvd. and Russ Blvd., four blocks north of the Trolley Station. The free shuttles run from 10:30am to 6:00pm, and drops you off inside the Park at Park Blvd. and Presidents Way.

Take a Bus  

To arrive on the west side of the park, take Routes 3, 120 or 11 and cross the Laurel Street Bridge into Balboa Park.

For complete information on bus and trolley service, please visit sdcommute.com. And remember, riding MTS Buses and Trolleys make every day "EARTH DAY." When you take transit instead of driving a car you reduce greenhouse gases, slow global warming and improve our air quality. Saving just one gallon of gas can eliminate 19 pounds of carbon dioxide emissions.

Use the Free Shuttle Service

If you drive and plan to arrive after 11 am, don't drive directly to the Park. A free shuttle service will take you between the Fair and two off-site parking locations:

  • City College Lots. Free shuttls buses will take visitors from the City College parking lots, off Russ Blvd., to the EarthFair via Park Blvd.

    From the 163 freeway exit, follow the signs for EarthFair Parking. Turn right on Park Blvd., then left (east) on C St., and left (north) on 16th St. Proceed to the lots opposite Garfield Jr. High School. The shuttle stop is marked with a sign. The shuttle runs from 10:30 am to 6 pm. Click here for a map.

    Note that at peak traffic periods it can be faster to WALK to EarthFair from the City College lot than to sit in traffic on Park Blvd.
     
  • County Administration Building Lot. Free shuttls buses will take visitors from the County Administration Building, at 1600 Pacific Highway, to 6th Ave. & Laurel St. Visitors will enter EarthFair by walking across the Laurel St. bridge.

    From Pacific Highway heading south, turn right into the north parking lot at the County Admin. building. From Pacific Highway heading north, turn left on West Ash St., then right on N. Harbor Dr. Turn right into the north parking lot. The shuttle runs from 10:30 am to 6 pm.

    Note that parking is free in the north parking lot. If the north lot is full, you can park in the south lot for a fee. Click here for a map.

Walk to EarthFair

Our vision for a greener Earth one step at a time.

Walk to the EarthFair in Balboa Park! By walking we hope to inspire others to do whatever they can individually to help preserve our earth by setting an example of how we can all make a positive difference in our communities.

Handicapped Parking

There will be extra handicapped parking spaces reserved in the Organ Pavilion parking lot, off Presidents Way. The police will allow cars with handicapped parking permits into this lot as long as spaces are available.

How Would You Like to Participate?

    There are several ways for you to take part in EarthFair:

  • As a visitor. Just show up ... it's all free. But, arrive early so you don't miss the Earth Parade, and so you have enough time -- there's a lot to see and do.
     
  • As an exhibitor. Does your company, organization, club, or school have a product, service or cause that would be appropriate for the EarthFair? Click here for more information.
     
  • As a volunteer. Each year, about 400 individuals just like you come out to make the EarthFair happen. Whether you'd like to help out for a few hours, take on a major accountability, or something in between, we have the job for you. Come help put on a party for 60,000 of our closest friends. See our Volunteer Page for more information.
     
  • As a sponsor. Our exhibitor fees only cover a part of the expenses of producing EarthFair. With recent dramatic increases in fees for city services, it would not be possible to continue producing the event without the generous support of our sponsors. Sponsorship levels are available from $500 to $50,000, and will provide excellent exposure for your company or organization. For more information, please call (858) 272-7370, or click here.

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EarthFair 2010 Exhibitors
As of Feb 3, 2010.

Aloooha Concessions
American Red Cross-San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter
Amnesty International Group 137
ArchisAcres.com
Arnett's Plumbing
Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP)
Awareness Magazine
B 'N' B Kettle Corn
Becky Bones
CA Center for Sustainable Energy
California Wolf Center
Center for Integral Education
Christians for EarthCare
City of San Diego - Environmental Services Dept.
City of San Diego Water Department
Citywalk Christian Church
Ciara R. Cates
Compassion Over Killing
County of San Diego, Department of Parks and Recreation
Cuyamaca Rancho State Park Interpretive Association
Donate-a-Pack Foundation
Double Koi Tea Company
Easy-Turf, Inc
Environgentle
Even Chance: Pit Bull Advocacy, Resources and Rescue
Express Vegetarian
Fair Trade San Diego
Ferdinand's Familia
Fiesta Island Dog Owners
Fleet Readiness Center Southwest
FOCAS - Friends of County Animal Shelters
Gratitude and Love Bottles
Greater San Diego Academy
Green Party Kits
Green Party of San Diego County
Green World Bags
Guthrie and Sons Heating & Air
Heifer International
HT SOLAR
I Love a Clean San Diego
IBEW Local 569
Inspirational Imports
Jamar Power Systems
Jamba Juice
Jewelry By Naomi
La Jolla Country Day School
La Jolla Friends of the Seals
Last Chance for Animals
Love, Create & Help
Marketration
Mike Millen
Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation
Pacific Home Remodeling
PaintGreen Professional Painters
Peace Pies
Pour It Forward
Pro Peninsula
Promoting Solar Electric Vehicles
Red Lotus Society
Registrar of Voters, County of San Diego
San Diego Animal Rescue
San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG)
San Diego Beekeeping Society
San Diego Cactus & Succulent Society
San Diego Cooperative Charter School
San Diego Democratic Club
San Diego Geranium Society
San Diego Humane Society & SPCA
San Diego Neck and Back Pain Relief Center
San Diego Peace Corps Association
San Diego Veterans For Peace
Senator Christine Kehoe
SHARE Network San Diego
Sharp Hospital Outpatient Pavilion Health Library
Surfrider Foundation, San Diego County Chapter
Synthetic Landscape America
The GoodOnYa Bar
Thunder Carrot
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Serv., Office of Law Enforcement
UCCE Master Gardeners
UCSD Medical Center
Water Conservation Garden
WateReuse Association - San Diego Chapter
Wee Companions Small Animal Adoption, Inc.
Worldwide Impact
Zik Originals
ZuumCraft, Inc.
 

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