Walking Stick

Pomona, CA -- Near the entrance of the Pumpkin Festival was a man holding a gigantic, black scorpion. At first we thought it was a fake, but after moving in closer, we all confirmed it was legitimate.

So, we followed the signs to the Insect Fair and got our share of bugs and reptiles. Among the scorpions and snakes were hissing cockroaches, walking sticks (like the one above), beetles, and African millipedes the length of a garner snake!

The best part is that you can hold them....

The Pumkin Festival

Pomona, Ca -- Each year around this time, Cal Poly Pomona, Collage of Agriculture opens its barn doors to the public to sort through thousands of pumpkins. Each pumpkin is $5.00, or five for $20.00.

If you live near LA, they are open again today (Sunday) from 8:00am to 5:00PM. They also have a petting zoo, homespun entertainment, and activities for both kids and adults! If you like fresh squeezed lemonade, funnel cake and kettle corn, you don't have to go to the fair, it's all here.

They also have a terrific farmers market run by the students.

Best of all, it's FREE to get in! For more information, click on The Pumpkin Festival.