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Department of Fish and Wildlife
Reptiles And Amphibians Are Slithering Their Way To The Salato Center’s Herpetology House
The Salato Wildlife Education Center in Frankfort is hosting its ninth annual Herpetology House from 10 a.m. (Eastern) until 5 p.m. Saturday, July 17.
Many of Kentucky’s fascinating reptiles and amphibians will be on display throughout the day, with activities the whole family will enjoy. Kids can go through “A Pond Turtle’s Life” obstacle course, while visitors of all ages can learn more about turtles at the Terrapin Station. Kids can also paint a toad abode for $5. Experts will also be on hand to answer all your questions about Kentucky’s crawling, slithering critters.
The Salato Center has a variety of native animals for the public to see, including a black bear, an eagle, bobcats, elk, deer, bison, snakes and fish. The center has numerous indoor exhibits and miles of hiking trails open to the public. Fishing is available at two lakes. While some programs may require a registration fee, general admission to the Salato Center is free.
For more information, call 1-800-858-1549, ext. 4445. Learn more about upcoming events at the Salato Center on the Internet at fw.ky.gov. The Salato Center, operated by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, is located at the department’s headquarters at #1 Sportsman’s Lane (formerly #1 Game Farm Road), off U.S. 60 in Frankfort, 1.5 miles west of U.S. 127. Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays. The center is closed Sundays, Mondays and state holidays.
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