October 22, at 10 am, 3845 North Swan Street –  “Rattlesnake Family Life"

Melissa Amarello of the Snake Preservation Society will talk about the importance of snakes to the natural world, focusing on Rattlesnakes.

“Sure elephants, whales, and birds have families and take care of their kids, but snakes?” Amarello said.

“In fact, some do and we will show you videos of wild rattlesnakes caring for their kids, their neighbor’s kids, and exhibiting other behaviors you probably didn’t know snakes do. Join us to learn more about the surprising world of rattlesnakes.”

Melissa Amarello, is Co-founder and Executive Director of Advocates for Snake Preservation.
For more than a decade, she has studied the natural history and conservation of reptiles in Arizona, California, and Mexico and witnessed firsthand how negative attitudes can stifle conservation efforts. In the spring of 2014 she co-founded Advocates for Snake Preservation (ASP) with Jeff Smith, to foster appreciation for snakes by sharing stories and videos of their behavior in the field.

In 2017 they received the Jarchow Conservation Award for commitment and creativity in studying snake behaviors and tireless and continuous efforts to use scientific knowledge to advocate for snake conservation through outreach and social activism.

Amarello received her B.S. in wildlife, watershed, and rangeland resources at the University of Arizona and her M.S. in biology at Arizona State University, where she studied rattlesnake social behavior.
There are speakers on the patio if you wish to listen to the service outside.

Childcare is available on second and fourth Sundays. Parents are invited to bring children 3-12 years old to play and participate in activities led by 10th grader Ivy Stephens-Etheridge.

UUFSC Safety Protocol as pursuant to our most recent UUA Guidelines:
Masks are now optional, but their use is encouraged. We will continue to serve refreshments on the patio and in the building. Visitors are always welcome.

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