Upcoming events
Critter & Canvases - Ages 0-11 - Brumation Zone
A guided learning and painting experience for all ages, including children and families. A different animal group each month.
Live @ AF • 2-hour Program • The Fourth Sunday of Every Month
(click 'details' to learn more)
Critter & Canvases - Ages 12 and up - Brumation Zone
A guided learning and painting experience for all ages, including children and families. A different animal group each month.
Live @ AF • 2-hour Program • The Fourth Sunday of Every Month
(click 'details' to learn more)
Critters & Cabernet - Ages 21+ - Our Backyard Critters
The 21+ version of Critter Camp! A casual learning experience for adults.
In-person • 2 hour program • First Friday every month
(click 'details' to learn more)
Junior Master Herpetologist Program - Ages 12-14 - Winter 2027
Based on our acclaimed Master Herpetologist Program and adapted for a younger audience.
100% Online • Asynchronous • 8 week certification program • Offered: Winter, Spring, Summer & Fall
(click 'details' to read more )
Junior Master Herpetologist Program - Ages 15-17 - Winter 2027
Based on our acclaimed Master Herpetologist Program and adapted for a younger audience.
100% Online • Asynchronous • 8 week certification program • Offered: Winter, Spring, Summer & Fall
(click 'details' to read more )
Critter Caretakers - Amphibian & Reptile Care for the Jr Herpetologist - Ages 10-15 - Winter 2027
Dive into the world of amphibian & reptile care — inspired by our Husbandry & Captive Management Course.
100% Online • Asynchronous • 8 week certification program • Offered: Winter, Spring, Summer & Fall
(click 'details' to read more)
Level 1 Venomous Training & Certification Workshop - Jan 2027
Expand your knowledge & skillset to safely work with venomous reptiles.
In-person • Weekend workshop • Certificate program • Offered every 8 weeks • 18+
(click 'details' to read more)
Critter Café - Ages 0-5 - Our Backyard Critters
Critter Café is a delightfully casual family experience for our youngest critter enthusiasts, including ones too young for Critter Camp!
In-person • 1 hour program • Second Sunday of every month
(click 'details' to learn more)
Critter Café - Ages 6-9 - Our Backyard Critters
Critter Café is a delightfully casual family experience for our youngest critter enthusiasts, including ones too young for Critter Camp!
In-person • 1 hour program • Second Sunday of every month
(click 'details' to learn more)
Critter Class - Ages 6-11 - Our Backyard Critters
Critter Class is for students only, and has more structured learning than the earlier Critter Café events.
In-person • 1.5 hour program • Second Sunday of every month
(click 'details' to learn more)
In-person Junior Master Herpetologist Program - Ages 12-14 - Spring 2027
Based on our acclaimed Master Herpetologist Program and adapted for a younger audience.
Live @ AF • 16-week Certification Program • Offered Spring & Fall Semesters
(click 'details' to learn more)
Level II In-person Junior Master Herpetologist Program - Spring 2027
A deeper look into amphibian and reptile biology, ecology, physiology, and conservation.
Live @ AF • 16-week Certification Program • Offered Spring & Fall Semesters
(click 'details' to learn more)
In-person Junior Master Herpetologist Program - Ages 15-17 - Spring 2027
Based on our acclaimed Master Herpetologist Program and adapted for a younger audience.
Live @ AF • 16-week Certification Program • Offered Spring & Fall Semesters
(click 'details' to learn more)