The Chicago Herpetological Society Announces 19th Annual ReptileFest

April 7, 2012 - PRLog -- CHICAGO – April 7, 2012 The Chicago Herpetological Society will host its 19th annual ReptileFest at the University of Illinois at Chicago Physical Education Building on April 14 and 15. This family-friendly educational event will include hundreds of snakes, turtles, lizards and much more, and will take place between 10 AM and 5 PM on both days. Admission to mingle with the cold-blooded collection of creatures is priced at $10 for adults and youth, and $7 for children ages 3 to 11, and free for infants and toddlers under 3.

ReptileFest is North America’s largest and most dynamic gathering of reptiles and their admirers, and includes participation from dozens of animal conservation groups and private collectors who put their amazing animals on display.

Highlights of ReptileFest include:
• Hundreds of lizards, snakes, turtles and amphibians to see and handle;
• One-of-a-kind photo-opportunities with live exotic animals in your arms;
• An interactive turtle pen for toddlers, face painting and a variety of events geared toward children and families;
• Educational lectures, Ask-A-Vet table and access to conservation organization experts;
• Unique reptile related merchandise including t-shirts, jewelry and more will be available.

For more information about ReptileFest, including a discount coupon for admission, visit http://www.ReptileFest.com and http://www.facebook.com/CHSReptileFest. Ample parking is available in the University’s public lot immediately across Roosevelt Road.

ReptileFest is an educational event; no live sales or trade allowed.


Contact:    
Jason Hood, President, CHS
847-361-7363 mobile
reptilefestinfo@gmail.com


About The Chicago Herpetological Society
The Chicago Herpetological Society, the nation’s oldest and largest regional herpetological society, is dedicated to educating the public about these frequently misunderstood animals, promoting conservation of all wildlife, and encouraging a broader and deeper knowledge of herpetology.  Throughout the year, the CHS hosts dozens of live animal shows for groups in the Chicagoland area, including the Chicago Cultural Center and The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. The CHS also provides financial support for herpetologic scientific research in Illinois.

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