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SUMMARY:April General Meeting: Derek Benson - Zoological Amphibian Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Amphibian Conservation Supervisor\, Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium \n\n\n\nZoological Amphibian Conservation Progression and Impact \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nDerek has been actively involved in zoo amphibian conservation for over thirteen years. He currently oversees the amphibian conservation area at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium\, managing breeding populations of endangered species\, a team of four full-time staff\, and a seasonally fluctuating population of up to 3\,000 anurans and caudates. Derek has dedicated his career to preventing amphibian extinctions\, with expertise in ex situ reproduction\, in situ field monitoring\, and strengthening the bridge between zoo populations and wild ecosystems. More recently\, he has focused assisting with zoo planning to incorporate conservation initiatives into guest experiences. \n\n\n\nBeyond his work at the zoo\, Derek plays key roles in national conservation efforts. He serves as the vice coordinator and studbook keeper for the Wyoming Toad SAFE program\, regional coordinator for the Frosted Flatwoods Salamander Working Group\, and regional amphibian biobanking representative\, and is an instructor for the assisted reproductive technologies workshop. He’s completed specialized training such as IUCN’s facilitating species conservation planning\, AZA’s population management\, and regularly provides amphibian conservation consulting for partner facilities. Outside of the zoo world\, he enjoys four-wheel drive vehicles\, discus aquaria\, and home remodeling projects.
URL:https://mnherpsoc.org/event/april-general-meeting
LOCATION:Harriet Alexander Nature Center (HANC)\, 2520 Dale Street North\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T190000
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CREATED:20251113T180012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T212448Z
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SUMMARY:March General Meeting: Blake Klocke\, PhD - Head starting Indiana Crawfish frogs
DESCRIPTION:A successful pilot year for head starting Indiana Crawfish frogs \n\n\n\n\n\nBlake is from St. Paul and has had a lifelong interest in herpetology and herpetoculture. He completed his bachelor’s degree at University of Wisconsin – River Falls. He earned his PhD from George Mason University and Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute studying methods to reintroduce critically endangered frogs threatened by chytrid fungus in Panama. Blake has worked as Curator of Amphibians at Detroit Zoo and most recently as Indiana’s One Health Biologist.
URL:https://mnherpsoc.org/event/march-general-meeting
LOCATION:Harriet Alexander Nature Center (HANC)\, 2520 Dale Street North\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T060205
CREATED:20251113T175811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T182654Z
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SUMMARY:February General Meeting\, Billy Sveen\, MD\, MA
DESCRIPTION:Captive Equivalence as a Minimum Standard Of Welfare
URL:https://mnherpsoc.org/event/february-general-meeting
LOCATION:Harriet Alexander Nature Center (HANC)\, 2520 Dale Street North\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260109T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T060205
CREATED:20251113T174642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T164205Z
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SUMMARY:Grassland Snake Project
DESCRIPTION:Here’s your chance to learn about exciting local herp research! The Grassland Snake Project has been collecting data on snakes in Minnesota for over 10 years. Jeff LeClere of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (and MHS) and Winona State University researchers Kelsey Menges and Zach Wiste will provide a brief overview of the project and reveal findings from the 2025 season.
URL:https://mnherpsoc.org/event/general-meeting
LOCATION:Harriet Alexander Nature Center (HANC)\, 2520 Dale Street North\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T060205
CREATED:20241114T213608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T181855Z
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SUMMARY:Ari Flagle: Simalia boeleni (Boelen's Python)
DESCRIPTION:Nesting Ecology and Behavior of Boelen’s Python (Simalia boeleni)” \n\n\n\nLearn new details about the secret life of this beautiful and elusive python. Ari R. Flagle\, Director of Project Black Python\, draws from extensive field observations and research to discuss the unique nesting and reproductive behaviors of one of the world’s most enigmatic pythons. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to learn from his years of research dedicated to understanding and conserving Simalia boeleni. \n\n\n\nAri R. Flagle is a field biologist\, conservationist\, species expert\, author\, and international presenter with over 16 years of experience in West Papua and Papua New Guinea\, specializing in Simalia boeleni–the Boelen’s python.  
URL:https://mnherpsoc.org/event/2025-december-general-meeting
LOCATION:Harriet Alexander Nature Center (HANC)\, 2520 Dale Street North\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251107T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T060205
CREATED:20241114T213525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T155939Z
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SUMMARY:Brandon Güell\, Ph.D. "Life in the Trees"
DESCRIPTION:Board Elections and Annual Membership meeting  \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFrogs of Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNovember 7th is also the Annual Membership Meeting and elections for the Board of Directors. \n\n\n\nSeveral seats on the Board of Directors will be open this year due to term limits being reached. If you are at all interested in making decisions that will shape the future of MHS now is the time! Please reach out to President@mnhepsoc.org if you are interested in any of the positions on the board.
URL:https://mnherpsoc.org/event/2025-november-general-meeting
LOCATION:Harriet Alexander Nature Center (HANC)\, 2520 Dale Street North\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T190000
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CREATED:20241114T213445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T144354Z
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SUMMARY:Steven Freedberg\, PhD presenting on "How do turtles find their nest sites (and get back to water)
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URL:https://mnherpsoc.org/event/2025-october-general-meeting
LOCATION:Harriet Alexander Nature Center (HANC)\, 2520 Dale Street North\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T210000
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CREATED:20241114T213406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T151818Z
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SUMMARY:Garrett Hartle: More Than a Market: A Love Letter to Two Species
DESCRIPTION:Garrett Hartle fell in love with Super Dwarf Retics the very first time he held one. Then he discovered Cape House Snakes. He found the beauty and personality of these two species captivating. \n\n\n\nHartle decided to breed them because he believes sharing access to these snakes can deepen people’s empathy and understanding\, helping them develop a deeper connection with nature. \n\n\n\nAs the owner of Reach Out Reptiles\, focused on the captive reproduction of Dwarf and Super Dwarf Reticulated Pythons\, Hartle has lots of great stories. His presentation will include plenty of humor and information about these amazing herps. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss it!
URL:https://mnherpsoc.org/event/2025-september-general-meeting
LOCATION:Harriet Alexander Nature Center (HANC)\, 2520 Dale Street North\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T060205
CREATED:20241114T213321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250309T024834Z
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SUMMARY:Morgan Miedema: biofluorescence in tadpoles
DESCRIPTION:The potential ecological significance of biofluorescence in tadpoles
URL:https://mnherpsoc.org/event/2025-august-general-meeting
LOCATION:Harriet Alexander Nature Center (HANC)\, 2520 Dale Street North\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T060205
CREATED:20241114T213233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T170229Z
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SUMMARY:The History\, Captive Care\, & Propagation of the Asian Water Dragon
DESCRIPTION:The Asian (or Chinese) water dragon is a beautiful and desirable lizard from Southeast Asia. Once commonly seen\, this species has often failed to thrive under traditional reptile keeping practices. \n\n\n\nAlex Myers\, who has been keeping and breeding Chinese water dragons with consistent success\, will share how he incorporated natural history and biological studies into their captive husbandry to ensure the species thrives\, reproduces\, and can be more easily maintained.   \n\n\n\n            This is your chance to learn the secrets of keeping this colorful\, elegant looking lizard!
URL:https://mnherpsoc.org/event/2025-july-general-meeting
LOCATION:Harriet Alexander Nature Center (HANC)\, 2520 Dale Street North\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T060205
CREATED:20241114T212713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T210555Z
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SUMMARY:Riley Jimison: Carpet Pythons
DESCRIPTION:The Misunderstood and Highly Variable Species You Didn’t Know You Loved! \n\n\n\nRiley Jimison of Riley’s Reptiles will review the various species/sub-species of Carpet Pythons\, with some taxonomic updates. He will talk about their care in captivity and discuss their varieties\, morphs\, misconceptions\, and share his personal experiences with these wonderful animals. \n\n\n\nThese beautiful pythons are a favorite of many herp keepers. Find out why!
URL:https://mnherpsoc.org/event/2025-june-general-meeting
LOCATION:Harriet Alexander Nature Center (HANC)\, 2520 Dale Street North\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250502T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250502T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T060205
CREATED:20241114T213143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250309T024106Z
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SUMMARY:Bill Stewart: Exploring the Challenges of Reptile Rescue
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URL:https://mnherpsoc.org/event/2025-may-general-meeting
LOCATION:Harriet Alexander Nature Center (HANC)\, 2520 Dale Street North\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T060205
CREATED:20241114T212612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250309T023653Z
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SUMMARY:2025 White Snake Sale
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URL:https://mnherpsoc.org/event/2025-april-general-meeting
LOCATION:Harriet Alexander Nature Center (HANC)\, 2520 Dale Street North\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T060205
CREATED:20241114T212505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T013047Z
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SUMMARY:Behavior and Care of Dart Frogs
DESCRIPTION:Within the Dendrobatidae (dart frogs)\, the vanzolinii group of Ranitomeya has the most advanced offspring nurturing adaptations. \n\n\n\nJohn Zillmer of Silver Apple Exotics will explain those parental behaviors and how they impact captive husbandry—offering specific ways in which keepers can best nurture these nurturing dart frog species.
URL:https://mnherpsoc.org/event/2025-march-general-meeting
LOCATION:Harriet Alexander Nature Center (HANC)\, 2520 Dale Street North\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T060205
CREATED:20241114T212408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T213707Z
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SUMMARY:2025 February General Meeting
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URL:https://mnherpsoc.org/event/2025-february-general-meeting
LOCATION:Harriet Alexander Nature Center (HANC)\, 2520 Dale Street North\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250103T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250103T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T060205
CREATED:20241114T212136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T011044Z
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SUMMARY:Using Environmental DNA to Detect the Four-toed Salamander in Minnesota
DESCRIPTION:Alyssa Roberts will present “Using Environmental DNA (eDNA) to Detect the Four-toed Salamander (Hemidactylium scutatum) in Minnesota”. Don’t miss this fascinating talk by an in-the-trenches researcher at our new meeting space\, the Harriet Alexander Nature Center!
URL:https://mnherpsoc.org/event/2025-january-general-meeting
LOCATION:Harriet Alexander Nature Center (HANC)\, 2520 Dale Street North\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241206T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T060205
CREATED:20241022T190155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T021358Z
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SUMMARY:Herps of Western Australia
DESCRIPTION:Frank Colacicco will talk about the reptiles that call the red deserts of Western Australia home. From Knob-tailed Geckos and Thorny Devils to King Brown snakes and Black Headed Pythons\, if you like Australian reptiles\, this talk will be right down your alley.\n \nBorn and raised in the redwoods of California\, Frank Colacicco can’t remember a time when he wasn’t actively looking for reptiles. Trips to the local pond soon turned to weekend road-trips to the southern Californian deserts which quickly graduated to plane flights to far-flung corners of the world in search of unique and rare reptiles. Lizards\, and especially geckos really caught his attention early on and continue to be his focus. He is captivated by the deserts and harsh environments of the world and has traveled extensively\, camera in hand in search of reptiles.\n \nFrank will also be the speaker at our annual Holiday Banquet on December 7th\, talking about Herping the Arabian Peninsula. Members\, get your tickets for this event at Snake Discovery soon\, because space is limited!\n \nRemember! We have moved!\n \nCheck out the announcement here.
URL:https://mnherpsoc.org/event/2024-december-general-meeting
LOCATION:Harriet Alexander Nature Center (HANC)\, 2520 Dale Street North\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241101T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T060205
CREATED:20241022T023643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T213638Z
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SUMMARY:Conserving the Vibrant Legacy and Intriguing Behaviors of the Peacock Monitor
DESCRIPTION:Endemic to one island in the Lesser SundaIslands of the South Pacific\, the Peacock Monitor was once imported as BlueSpotted Timor Monitors. Common on importer and wholesaler lists\, theywere passed over by most keepers. Described as their own species by Robert Sprackland in 1999 and named after herpetologist Walter Auffenberg\, thiscolorful monitor became listed as Endangered only 20 years later(2019). In 2014\, Ryan began working with Peacock Monitors and in 2017 heard there wasgoing to be a population survey on Roti Island on Varanus auffenbergi. Knowing they may no longer come into captivity\, Ryan and Erica worked over thenext 7 years to collect the largest known collection of Varanus Auffenbergi inone place anywhere in the world. Come discover how a small colorfulmonitor created a passion that built an assurance colony for the species.
URL:https://mnherpsoc.org/event/conserving-the-vibrant-legacy-and-intriguing-behaviors-of-the-peacock-monitor
LOCATION:Borlaug Hall\, 1991 Upper Buford Cir\, St Paul\, MN\, 55108
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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