World Snake Day Herp Hike

1st AM Hike - 6:00 AM to 7:00 AM - Level: Rigorous/Intense

Enjoy and celebrate World Snake Day by "herping" at Irvine! This hike, from 6:00 AM to 7:00 AM, will be rigorous and fast-paced. Irvine Educator Brittany Roger will lead this group of experienced hikers throughout locations in Irvine's 211 acre campus to seek out, at an hour of the day when snakes are most active, various species of these amazing creatures residing on our property. Herping is the art of hiking to search for hidden reptiles. Irvine is the home to seven different species of incredible snakes. Join our expert guides for an early morning hike in search of all seven!

All ages welcome but must be able to hike at a swift pace and through areas that may be muddy, wet or overgrown.

Please wear long sleeves or use a natural insect repellent to help deter ticks as well as shoes that you do not mind getting muddy.

Register early please; program will be canceled if registration minimums are not met.

Date: Saturday, July 18

Time: 6:00 to 7:00 AM

Location:  Meet in front of the Exhibit Hall/Trails 

Cost: $10 per individual. Infants and toddlers who are carried via a self-worn baby carrier may attend at no charge.