Snakes and lizards are amazing reptiles. Kids can discover amazing things about the snakes and lizards that live in Missouri at this free program. Kids will observe live snakes and lizards and even touch some.
Be prepared to take a short hike along a paved trail to look for snakes and lizards in their natural habitat.
For ages 7 to 12.
1 to 2:30 p.m. at the August A. Busch Conservation Area.
More information and reservations: mdc.mo.gov
Photo courtesy of Missouri Department of Conservation
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