The Funhouse will host Orcas Island’s first ever “Island Eco-Fest and Solar Science Fair” on Saturday, August 6.

“Now is the time to start planning your projects and displays!” say organizers, who invite participation from individuals, groups and businesses with table displays, outdoor booths and hands-on demonstrations. Relevant subjects include:

• Renewable energy technologies such as PV, wind, microhydro, solar thermal, tidal power, biomass/biogas, and more.

• Energy awareness, efficiency and conservation – educational displays & activities, innovative products and services.

• Organic farming, permaculture, aquaculture, livestock.

• Transportation – Electric and hybrid vehicles, alternative fuels, biodiesel, sail and human power.

• “Green Living” and “Green Building” designs, ideas, techniques and products.

• Recycling, ‘Up-cycling’, re-use and waste reduction.

• “Homebrew” solar science experiments and displays of DIY technology and energy projects.

• Appropriate technology of all types.

• Water use, conservation and rainwater harvesting techniques.

• Locally produced and value-added products.

• Business displays from contractors and service providers.

• Island scale approaches to the post-petroleum future: sustainability, food security and local self-reliance.

Indoor table space for kids and amateur adults is free with pre-registration. Professionals and businesses can reserve tables and outdoor booth space for a $50 entry fee. There will be “fabulous prizes” for science fair presentations and displays, with separate categories for kids, adults and commercial entries.

For more information, or to reserve your spot, contact the Funhouse at 376-7177 or Eric Youngren at 376-6842 or ericyoungren@gmail.com.