Description:Spend a family day with “Island Snake Lady” Kristin Stanford and gain a new appreciation for snakes! Explore the habitat of snakes in Lake Erie and participate hands-on in the conservation efforts made to improve their numbers. The day begins with a presentation on Lake Erie Water Snakes (LEWS), providing insight into the history and conservation of this state endangered species. Learn about the habitat and identifying characteristics of the LEWS and then roll up your sleeves for a hands-on experience. Walk the beach, capture LEWS, and learn to tag and record their physical data. Preregistration is required. Proceeds go to support the Wildlife Center.
All programs are held on South Bass Island. Registration begins at approximately 9:30 am and sessions conclude no later than 3:30 pm. Schedule times, itinerary, ferry schedules, and maps will be sent with your registration materials or may be found at www.lakeerieislandsbsc.com. Programs are appropriate for all age levels but do require some walking, standing and lecture time. The cave program requires the use of a ladder to access the private cave. Lunch is included in the registration fee. Vegetarian lunches are available upon request one week prior to the event.