“Only if we understand can we care. Only if we care will we help. Only if we help shall they be saved.” – Jane Goodall
Photo credits from left to right: Northern Copperhead by Phillip de Maynadier, Northern Two-lined Salamander by Matthew Chatfield, and Atlantic Coast Leopard Frog by John (J.D.) Kleopfer
Meetings are held annually and provide a forum to discuss NEPARC projects, hear presentations on various herp conservation and research activities, network and enjoy the company of like-minded herp enthusiasts, and elect officers.
2017 meeting will be held August 8-10 at Mountain Lake Biological Station
240 Salt Pond Rd., Pembroke, VA 24136 (540-626-7196)
The Final Meeting Agenda is available here
Become a Meeting Sponsor!!!
Registration
- Registration is now closed. Registrants can still access their accounts.
- Limited registration; Walk-ins will NOT be allowed
Lodging
- On-site sign-up through registration link
- Bunk-style lodging at the MLBS is $15 per night with your registration and is available each or all nights from August 7-10. Participants will need to bring their own linens and pillows (see “What to bring” below). Restrooms and showers are in the same building.
- All lodging has electricity, but no air conditioning. Consider bringing a small, personal fan for your comfort.
- Limited tent camping is also available on-site for free. You will not be able to pull your vehicle next to the tent. Communal restrooms and showers on-site.
- Off-site camping available at White Rocks Campground
- Bunk-style lodging at the MLBS is $15 per night with your registration and is available each or all nights from August 7-10. Participants will need to bring their own linens and pillows (see “What to bring” below). Restrooms and showers are in the same building.
- Mountain Lake Lodge (MLL)– make direct reservation at http://www.mtnlakelodge.com/
- Rate is $89/night plus tax. Be sure to mention you are part of the NEPARC meeting to get the discounted rate.
- Rooms are available each or all nights from August 6-August 12.
- Rate is $89/night plus tax. Be sure to mention you are part of the NEPARC meeting to get the discounted rate.
Meals: The following meals are included with registration costs (vegetarian options available):
- August 8th – Dinner
- August 9th – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- August 10th – Breakfast and Lunch
Meeting Sponsors and Silent Auction Items Needed: Your donation of funds and silent auction items will provide important support for the conservation of herpetofauna in our region. Donations help offset the cost of the meeting itself, keep the cost for students attending the conference low, and fund the production of NEPARC educational material. See our Donate page.
Additional Information
- Because there are on-going research projects occurring at MLBS, please do not go “herping” on-site until instructions on areas to avoid are provided.
- Field Trips (see agenda)
MLBS Information (http://mlbs.virginia.edu/):
- Travel Information:
- What to bring:
- http://mlbs.virginia.edu/whattobring
- The Station can be very dark in the evenings, so please have a flashlight or headlamp handy for walking around the campus.
- Accommodations:
- MLBS Map:
Photo Project
NEPARC is trying to assemble a nice collection of Northeast herp species photos. Please consider bringing a CD of your photos to the meeting. Click here to learn more.
Previous NEPARC Meetings
See previous meetings page for information on our past annual meetings.