California Amphibian & Reptile Celebration

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The Kern River Preserve is managed by Audubon-California for the preservation one of California’s finest remaining riparian forests and the wildlife it supports.


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On June 14, 2008, the seventh annual California Amphibian & Reptile celebration will be held at the Kern River Preserve in Weldon.

"Escape the stress of everyday life and enjoy nature to the fullest while unraveling the many misconceptions and superstitions of the most interesting, unusual, misunderstood, and rarely seen animals of California. Educational displays with entertaining presentations throughout each day.

This event is wholly sponsored by HERP-ECOLOGY, Reptile Rescue, and C.A.R.E.S.

Exhibits by: Friends of the Kern River Preserve, Joshua Tree Tortoise Rescue, U.S. Postal Service, U.S. Forest Service, and The Penny Saver.

The celebration is not a "Show and Sell" activity".

Spaces will be available for venders and displays who wish to participate by notifying  H.F. "Buz" Lunsford, (760) 379-1453 no later than May 30, 2008. Email: reptilerescue@verizon.net

Sponsored by HERP-ECOLOGY and Audubon California's Kern River Preserve.

Invited participants: Kern Reptile Rescue and Relocation, and Kern Valley Herpetological Society.


Visit the Kern River Preserve in Weldon, California. Open every day of the year from dawn to dusk.

For over 100 years Audubon has been protecting birds and other wildlife and the habitat that supports them. Our national network of community-based nature centers and chapters, scientific and educational programs, and advocacy on behalf of areas sustaining important bird populations, engage millions of people of all ages and backgrounds in positive conservation experiences.

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