Despite the fact that Florida is a battle ground for invasive pythons, thousands of reptile owners are preparing to land en masse there over the next few days.

To the reptile community, Daytona is the Mecca of our journey. Our very own forums here at kingsnake.com, Facebook and Twitter are buzzing with folks planning to meet up. With our community spread far and wide, this is the one time we often get to meet our "friends."

We'll be enjoying the chance to bring the show to those not able to be there. And if you are at the show, we will keep in touch with you as well. Live blogs of the talks, photos from the show floor, interviews with vendors and attendees as well as taking you along on any herping trips will all be happening.

A few ways to keep up with us this week are listed after the bump.