{"product_id":"california-trail-100-piece-mini-puzzle","title":"California Trail 100-Piece Mini Puzzle Oakland Zoo Artwork by Les Toil","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Puzzle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCelebrate California's wild beauty and Oakland Zoo's mission of conservation with the California Trail mini puzzle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 100-piece jigsaw puzzle features an original oil painting by Les Toil, an Oakland-based artist known for his bold, retro-inspired work. Commissioned in collaboration with Oakland Zoo, the artwork highlights native California species and their habitats, as experienced on California Trail. It finishes at about 8\" x 10\", a one-sitting puzzle and an easy small gift for animal lovers of all ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd best of all, sales directly benefit local art and the Oakland Zoo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePuzzle Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100 pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished size: 8\" x 10\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRibbon-cut for clean, satisfying edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBox size: 8 x 5 x 1.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow dust and premium quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThoughtfully Sourced\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinted with vegetable-based inks by an FSC-certified manufacturer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePuzzle pieces come in a reusable, resealable bag for easy storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaged in a recyclable rigid box showcasing the original artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndependently safety tested to US and EU toy standards (ASTM F963 and EN71)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in a factory independently audited for fair labor practices and worker safety (BSCI)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead more about our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/oaklandpuzzle.com\/blogs\/news\/sustainability\"\u003eSustainable Manufacturing Practices\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10% of proceeds donated to Oakland Zoo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures wildlife art guided by Oakland Zoo experts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShowcases native California species and habitats in vivid detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA great gift for animal lovers, conservationists, and Bay Area locals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat small gift or stocking stuffer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports local artists and organizations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreated by renowned illustrator and painter Les Toil, whose work has appeared in film, media, and museums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the California Trail at Oakland Zoo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaunched in 2018, the California Trail habitat doubled the size of the Oakland Zoo and introduced eight native species, like mountain lions, bears, condors, and wolves. More than an exhibit, California Trail is an educational journey through the state's natural history, offering visitors a gondola ride, panoramic views, and a deeper understanding of human impact on California's ecosystems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis puzzle honors the exhibit's mission to inspire conservation through connection and raise awareness of the importance of preserving California's biodiversity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Artist: Les Toil\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/9528\/3007\/files\/lestoil_480x480.jpg?v=1697213891\" alt=\"Man with glasses on his head in front of an orange wall smiling into the camera\" width=\"143\" height=\"185\" style=\"margin-right: 16px; float: left;\"\u003eLes Toil, also known as Brian Clarke, is an Oakland-based artist whose career spans major motion pictures, graphic novels, advertising campaigns, and museum exhibitions. Inspired by the pulp illustrations and pop culture of the 1970s, his signature style combines dramatic detail with playful retro energy. His work has been seen in film, television, and recently in the San Francisco De Young Museum. With this puzzle, Les brings his distinctive oil painting technique to life, celebrating the wildlife of California with flair and reverence.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oakland Puzzle Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67944437907775,"sku":"CALTRAIL100","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/9528\/3007\/files\/california-trail-oakland-zoo-mini-puzzle-completed.jpg?v=1793676636","url":"https:\/\/oaklandpuzzle.com\/products\/california-trail-100-piece-mini-puzzle","provider":"Oakland Puzzle Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}