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2nd Annual MRAEA
Saturday, April 17th, 2004, Mount Magazine State Park AboutSnakesofArkansas.com is pleased to announce the 2nd Annual Meeting of Reptile and Amphibian Enthusiasts of Arkansas! The meeting will take place on Saturday, April 17th, 2004, at Mount Magazine State Park. The meeting is open to the general public. The registration fee is $8.00 online / $10.00 at the door (children 12 and under free). Morning check-in will begin at 8:00AM with activities planned throughout the day. Online registration prior to the meeting is requested. We look forward to seeing you there! What to BringAlthough you may certainly "come as you are", the day will be more enjoyable if you bring the following items:
Research / Professional-Level TalksIn the morning, a number of professional herpetologists will be giving presentations about their latest findings. A list of speakers and abstracts will be included in a packet of printed materials available at the meeting. Organizational Meeting for an AR Herp SocietyShortly before lunch, persons interested in establishing an AR Herp Society should attend this meeting. This society, if established, would be focused on conducting field survey work. Come with your ideas and be ready to share! Sack LunchWe encourage everyone to join us for a picnic. Please bring your own sack lunch, as lunches will NOT be provided at the meeting. The lunch will take place at the Pavilion. The relaxed atmosphere will provide a perfect opportunity to meet others and to "talk shop". Live Animal DisplayA display of exotic and native species of reptiles and amphibians will be in the Museum section of the Visitors Center. Some extremely rare "designer" animals will on display. We will also be showing a variety of Arkansas species, including several that are venomous. Beginner-Level TalksAfter lunch, talks will cover the basics of reptiles and amphibians. Learn to identify the venomous snakes of Arkansas. Find out more about beginning and advanced husbandry. Come hear why people find these animals so fascinating! Show-and-TellIn the afternoon, experienced keepers of reptiles and amphibians will be available to talk about and show off their animals. You will have plenty of opportunities to touch and even handle a number of different snakes and other reptiles and amphibians. This portion of the day should be very kid-friendly. Guided HikesIn the late afternoon, guides familiar with the local species of reptiles and amphibians will take small groups out to look for specimens in their natural habitat. You will have the opportunity to choose the level of difficulty that best suits your physical abilities:
Evening SocialAn evening meal of brisket, vegetables, and all of the fixings will be catered by Grapevine Restaurant. A keg of beer will be on tap. The social will take place at the Pavilion. Additional cost: $12.00 Location and MapMount Magazine State Park Lodge Dr. Paris, AR 72855 (479) 963-1080 More InformationFor camping reservations or questions regarding the location, please visit the Mount Magazine State Park website. Camping areas are limited, so you may want to make arrangements with other attendees to share a camping site together. For other questions, please email Kory Roberts or call (479) 466-5578. You may also post questions to the Forum. RegistrationRegistration has ended. Schedule
ContributorsThis meeting will only be successful with a collaborative effort. The following opportunities are available: SpeakersIf you would like to be a speaker, please email the following information to webmaster@snakesofarkansas.com:
A laptop computer running Windows XP and Office XP, an LCD projector, slide projector, overhead projector, laser pointer, and display screen will be available for presentations. Time allotment for each speaker will be limited to 15 minutes. Powerpoint is the preferred medium for visual presentations. Files may be emailed no later than 2 weeks prior to the meeting or brought on CD-ROM. CD-ROMs should be clearly labeled and submitted before 8:30AM the day of the meeting. Display AnimalsIf you would like to bring animals to place on display, please read the following Forum thread for details: Hike GuidesIf you would like to be a guide for one of the hikes, please email the following information to webmaster@snakesofarkansas.com:
A good hiking guide is personable and knowledgeable. You should be able to identify most (if not all) of the more commonly encountered reptiles and amphibians in Arkansas. **It is suggested that you visit Mount Magazine prior to the meeting to get a sense of where you might take a group on a hike. Also, it is suggested that hike guides carry the following items:
VolunteersIf you would like to be a volunteer, please email the following information to webmaster@snakesofarkansas.com:
Volunteers will be needed for various assignments such as set-up and clean-up, helping at the check-in table, monitoring at the animal display, etc. An organizational meeting will be scheduled for the Friday night before the meeting. Additional clean-up may be necessary on Sunday morning after the meeting. It is not required that you attend either of these times in order to volunteer, but it is appreciated. I am personally planning on camping out for the entire weekend to be on hand for the process from start to finish. PublicityList of Publications Advertising the Meeting
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