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"Tales Of Scales" Reptile Programs

Curious about snakes in your backyard? Want to see turtles and alligators up close? During 2024, join our rangers for programs focused on snakes, turtles, lizards and alligators.

Earn a “Tales of Scales” button and more prizes when you attend programs such as:

  • Snake meet-and-greets
  • Box turtle programs
  • Frogs of Georgia
  • Alligator scouting in wetlands
  • Learning to identify non-venomous and venomous snakes
  • Creature crafts

How to Earn Prizes

Pick up a free “Tales of Scales” bookmark from a park office, attend at least four reptile programs and have a ranger stamp your bookmark each time. E-mail a photo of your completed bookmark to ParksRFun@dnr.ga.gov and we’ll send you a collectible pin and other small prizes from Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites.



 Tales of Scales Events for 2024


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