"We design programs to the specified age group to ensure an enjoyable learning experience."

We Currently offer the following 50-minute programs for school age children to adults:

REPTILES & AMPHIBIANS - Explore the wonderful world of reptiles and amphibians! Meet various examples from these two similar, yet different groups of animals.  Learn about their natural history and the importance of their conservation.  You will also have a chance to pet a lizard, stare into the eyes of a giant toad, and touch a huge python!
   
SNAKES - Learn about these fascinating but often misunderstood reptiles.  How do they locate prey?  How do they eat?  How big do they grow?  Meet numerous species of snakes.  Learn about our native species and what we can do to conserve their habitat and ensure their survival.

LIVING DRAGONS - Dragons?! No, not real dragons ~ lizards! Meet many different species of lizards: geckos that can climb glass, skinks with bright blue tongues, a legless lizard, a cousin of the Komodo Dragon, and a lizard with an impressive frill.  Meet these and many more as we venture into the realm of living dragons.

AMAZING AMPHIBIANS - Frogs, toads, and salamanders: meet them all in this fascinating program. How are frogs and toads different?  How do they eat?  What is metamorphosis?  How are they environmental indicators?  Learn all this and more as we dive into the mysterious world of amphibians.   
Special Note - The audience will have the opportunity to touch some of the amphibians, but because of the delicate nature of amphibian skin, many amphibians cannot be touched, although close looks are still given.

JEEPERS CREEPERS - Encounter some creepy-looking creatures.  This program is a perfect "mixed bag" for birthday parties.  You will see and touch a variety of reptiles, amphibians, arachnids, insects and more!  Don't worry, we won't bite!

Riverside Reptiles specializes in giving the people attending the program a “hands on” experience; we prefer to limit the number of participants to 50 individuals.  Some exceptions may apply; please call for details.  We do offer discounts for multiple consecutive programs; see pricing for more information.

2008 Program Pricing

    
Each 50 minute program is $160.

3 or more consecutive 50 minute programs
$160 for the first program, $140 for each additional program

3 or more programs booked for the year
$160 for the first program, $150 for each additional program - Travel fees still apply.

2008 Travel Pricing

$0.50/mile

Seeing animals in a captive setting is great, but experiencing them outside in the wild is even better!  Let Brian of Riverside Reptiles open your eyes to the amazing animals right in your own backyard!  Whether you choose a town or state forest, park, or your own property, we’ll have a great time!

~ All wildlife is observed from a safe distance or safely handled by Brian Kleinman
~ No collecting of wildlife or flora is allowed
~ No calling in birds by use of recordings is allowed
~ Transportation is not provided.

Wetland Study – Ponds, lakes, swamps, marshes, vernal pools. . . . wetlands have many names, and they are one of my favorite places to explore!  Gear up, as we head down to a wetland with nets and collecting buckets to see what we can find (nets & equipment are provided).  Frogs, tadpoles, fish, Predacious Diving Beetles, Giant Water Bugs, and maybe even a Water Snake!

Woodland/Field Study – Whether we’re in the woods or in a field we’ll find some fascinating creatures!  Keep your eyes peeled for a Barred owl silently sitting in a hemlock tree or hear the distinctive rustle of a Garter Snake slithering through the leaf litter.  Many woodland and field animals like to stay hidden, but we’ll be sure to find some on this exciting adventure!

Guided Bird Walks –  Brian has been an avid birder almost as long as he's been working with amphibians and reptiles.  With 417 documented species of birds, Connecticut is a great place to bird!  Whether you would like a morning bird walk for a small group or a personal quest for a specific species let Brian show you around.  With over twenty years of birding experience, he knows the places to go. 

2008 Guided Nature Walk Pricing

$120/hour

Half Day (3 hours) - $300

Full Day (6 hours) - $500

2008 Travel Pricing

$0.50/mile