Register Now for Critter Camp!
Critter Camp is a weeklong, in-person summer program that introduces children to Georgia amphibians and reptiles through hands-on learning. Sessions are offered for ages 6–9 and 10–14 in small groups. More info: https://critter-camp.org/
Wild Turtle Week
Shell-e-brate with us starting June 9-13th, 2025! #WildTurtleWeek is a collaborative initiative between the Partners in Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (PARC), the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (AFWA), and the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS).
Follow along on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter with #WildTurtleWeek. Learn more here!
Wild Turtle Week Daily Themes:
Monday, June 9: Turtley Awesome
Tuesday, June 10: Turtles Need Our Help
Wednesday, June 11: Every Turtle Counts
Thursday, June 12: Turtle Power
Friday, June 13: Be a Good Turtle Neighbor
World Sea Turtle Day
Do you love sea turtles? Now’s the time to learn how you and your friends can protect them in the wild. Find all the resources you need to participate in #WorldSeaTurtleDay via this link!
Snake Week
It's going to be ssssweet! Starting July 13th - 19th, conservation groups, scientists, zoos, museums, herpetological societies, and more will hold special events, in person and online, celebrating the world of snakes.
Keep in touch on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, and use the hashtags #SnakeWeek and #SnakeWeek2025 when posting your own content.
The Annual Symposium on the Conservation and Biology of Tortoises and Freshwater Turtles
Turtle Survival Alliance, a proud sponsor of SEPARC 2025, is thrilled to present this dynamic and impactful event that unites conservationists, scientists, and advocates from across the globe. The symposium provides a platform for exchanging knowledge and fostering meaningful collaboration to drive positive change for wildlife conservation. This year’s event promises to be an inspiring experience, offering six days of engaging programming designed to inform, challenge, and inspire attendees on pressing conservation issues. Read more here!
Junior Master Herpetologist Program
This Amphibian Foundation 8-Week Course is designed for kids ages 12-14. Learn more here:
https://amphibianfoundation.org/index.php/junior-master-herpetologist-program
A more advanced AF course for teenagers ages 15-17 also begins on this date. See details here: https://amphibianfoundation.org/index.php/advanced-junior-master-herpetologist-program
Critter Caretaker Course
Read about Amphibian Foundation Critter Caretaker Courses for 10-15 year olds here!
Gopher Tortoise Council Annual Meeting
The Gopher Tortoise Council asks SEPARC members to save the date for their 2025 annual meeting this November. Details can be found on their website. Click here to read more!
2026 Annual Meeting
Save the Date!
January 30th - February 1st, 2026
We are excited to announce the date and location for our next annual meeting! More details will be shared soon. Sign up to receive our email newsletter and stay one hop ahead on SEPARC news.
Location: Blue Ridge Assembly, Black Mountain, NC
Keynote Speaker: Gabrielle Graeter
Theme: Resilience: Recovery after Disturbance
ALAPARC Annual Meeting
Support ALAPARC: The 2025 ALAPARC annual meeting at the Solon Dixon Forestry Education Center in Andalusia, AL, October 3-5, 2025. ALAPARC will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of the publication of Bob Mount's seminal book "The Reptiles & Amphibians of Alabama" which laid the groundwork for herp conservation in AL. Read more here!
Amphibian Week
Join us May 4th- 10th as we spread the word about amphibians, the masters of two worlds.
2025 Eastern Indigo Snake & Wildlife Festival
2025 Eastern Indigo Snake & Wildlife Festival: Free event! RSVP by April 18th to attend. See the event flyer below.
Location: Open Pond Day Use Area, Conecuh National Forest
Time: Friday, May 2, 2025 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
RSVP: Call Covington County Extension Office (334-222-1125
Gopher Tortoise Day
April 10th was officially adopted by the Gopher Tortoise Council as Gopher Tortoise Day! The goal of Gopher Tortoise Day is to increase awareness and appreciation for these long lived, gentle reptiles. Learn more here!