April 30 – Herpfest At Murray State University
Students can face their scaly fears on April 30 with the help of local reptiles and the Murray State Herpetological Society. Fall “Herp Fest,” presented by the Murray State University Herpetological Society is open to the public from 8:30 am – 4 pm on April 30th in the Carr Health building on the campus of Murray State University (Murray, KY).
The Society has a permit to catch animals, as long as they are released back into their natural habitat. Only animals safely caught and presented will be at the festival.
Besides asuaging students’ fears of slithering creatures, the festival is beneficial to pre-veterinary students because it provides them with hands-on learning opportunities.
They can learn how to draw blood on the species, as well as how to diagnose skin and scale problems.
Don't miss this chance to see native species of reptiles and amphibians collected to educate the general public at this years Herpfest.
Admission: $2/person
FYI: There WILL be numerous reptiles in the building that are NOT in cages.
