The 36th International Herpetological Symposium has announced the first confirmed speakers for its 2013 event, to be held in New Orleans, Louisiana, July 31-August 3 at the Astor Crown Plaza.

With three days of presentations on herpetology, herpetoculture, and reptile veterinary medicine, the symposium is in its 36th year of connecting hobbyists, scientists, educators, and zoo professionals. Confirmed speakers for the 2013 event so far include noted herpetologists and herpetoculturists Charlie Painter, John Cann, Danté Fenolio, Ph.D, Tell Hicks, Vince Scheidt, Fred Antonio, Steve Reichleing, Ari Flagle, Ed Pirog, and Karl Switak. I am also scheduled to speak at IHS 2013, and will be discussing the NRAAC organization and its annual reptile and amphibian law conference. Attendees of this educational event will receive free admission to the amazing Audubon Zoo, the Aquarium of the Americas, and the Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium

For up to date information on scheduling, hotel accommodations, and to register to attend, please visit the IHS at their brand spanking new web site at http://www.internationalherpetologicalsymposium.com.

See you on Bourbon Street!