South Texas Herpetology Association

Purpose - The purpose of the South Texas Herpetology Association is to promote education and dissemination of scientific information through the

facilities of the Society; to promote conservation of wildlife in general and of reptiles and amphibians in the state of Texas in particular; to provide through the facilities of the Society a means for the rescue of unwanted, mistreated, and distressed reptiles and amphibians; to achieve closer cooperation and understanding between herpetoculturists, herpetologists, and the interested public so that they may work together in the common cause of furthering science; to represent the wishes of the members before public, semi-public, and private-policy making bodies at the city, county, state, and federal levels; to promote the captive propagation of reptiles and amphibians in order to relieve pressure on wild populations; and to promote proper animal husbandry of reptiles and amphibians.

We offer a variety of activities for our members, including opportunities for outreach presentations, field trips, and reptile rescue operations in conjunction with local law enforcement ("snake calls"). For more information see - STHA Reptile Rescue Program

The South Texas Herpetology Association periodically sponsors fieldtrips / campouts during the year. All members and their guests are invited to attend these events. The Association will pay the fees for campsite usage at each event, and members and their guests will be responsible for providing their own camping gear, food, etc. For more information see - STHA Fieldtrips / Campouts Information

The club participates in numerous outreach programs yearlong. In March 2004 we had a display for the annual Girl Scout Extravaganza with thousands of children and adults getting hands-on experience with a variety of snakes.

We also assist with various reptile expos in San Antonio, including the Texas Reptile Expos at the Live Oak Civic Center, the WD All Pet shows at the Airport Convention Center, and swap meets presented by PetStuff. For more information see - STHA Other Events Information

This website is a private publication of the South Texas Herpetology Association, intended to disseminate information to Association members and others in the field of herpetology. Views expressed in the articles of this website are those of the specific author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or views of the Association. Articles of interest are solicited and may be submitted for review via email, fax or mail. The Association reserves the right to edit for length, content, and accuracy, as well as the right to reject any submission without prejudice or comment.

Board of Directors

President - Ed Lessard

Vice-President - Pete Mimikos

Secretary - Lynne Chapman

Treasurer - Jeff Dominguez

Directors-At-Large - Cam Posey & Blaine Eaton

Events Coordinator - Lynne Chapman

Every possible effort is made to comply with applicable copyright regulations; any non-compliance is accidental.

Questions regarding this website and/or the South Texas Herpetology Association should be submitted to southtxherps@yahoo.com.



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	About STHA \| Board of Directors\| About South Texas Herpetology Association Purpose - The purpose of the South Texas Herpetology Association is to promote education and dissemination of scientific information through the facilities of the Society; to promote conservation of wildlife in general and of reptiles and amphibians in the state of Texas in particular; to provide through the facilities of the Society a means for the rescue of unwanted, mistreated, and distressed reptiles and amphibians; to achieve closer cooperation and understanding between herpetoculturists, herpetologists, and the interested public so that they may work together in the common cause of furthering science; to represent the wishes of the members before public, semi-public, and private-policy making bodies at the city, county, state, and federal levels; to promote the captive propagation of reptiles and amphibians in order to relieve pressure on wild populations; and to promote proper animal husbandry of reptiles and amphibians. We offer a variety of activities for our members, including opportunities for outreach presentations, field trips, and reptile rescue operations in conjunction with local law enforcement ("snake calls"). For more information see - STHA Reptile Rescue Program The South Texas Herpetology Association periodically sponsors fieldtrips / campouts during the year. All members and their guests are invited to attend these events. The Association will pay the fees for campsite usage at each event, and members and their guests will be responsible for providing their own camping gear, food, etc. For more information see - STHA Fieldtrips / Campouts Information The club participates in numerous outreach programs yearlong. In March 2004 we had a display for the annual Girl Scout Extravaganza with thousands of children and adults getting hands-on experience with a variety of snakes. We also assist with various reptile expos in San Antonio, including the Texas Reptile Expos at the Live Oak Civic Center, the WD All Pet shows at the Airport Convention Center, and swap meets presented by PetStuff. For more information see - STHA Other Events Information This website is a private publication of the South Texas Herpetology Association, intended to disseminate information to Association members and others in the field of herpetology. Views expressed in the articles of this website are those of the specific author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or views of the Association. Articles of interest are solicited and may be submitted for review via email, fax or mail. The Association reserves the right to edit for length, content, and accuracy, as well as the right to reject any submission without prejudice or comment. back to top Board of Directors President - Ed Lessard Vice-President - Pete Mimikos Secretary - Lynne Chapman Treasurer - Jeff Dominguez Directors-At-Large - Cam Posey & Blaine Eaton Events Coordinator - Lynne Chapman back to top Every possible effort is made to comply with applicable copyright regulations; any non-compliance is accidental. Questions regarding this website and/or the South Texas Herpetology Association should be submitted to southtxherps@yahoo.com.

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