Reptile Discovery Programs
Reptile Discovery Programs

Reptile Discovery Programs

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We provide educational and entertaining live reptile programs in a live show format for birthday parties and in a Meet N Greet format for other special events. We have presented our programs at schools and public libraries across the state of Florida and at schools and colleges in almost every state. We are licensed by the Florida Wildlife Commission and insured. We serve the entire Florida peninsular from Miami to Jacksonville. I have been fascinated with reptiles since an early age. For more than forty years now I have been working with reptiles from all over the world and sharing the things I have learned about them with audiences of all ages. In order to learn more about reptiles I have traveled to Africa five times, to South America three times and recently completed my fourth trip to tropical Asia. Often these trips have involved participating in scientific conferences and often they have involved observing reptile behavior in the wild. For more than thirty years now I have lectured annually on venomous snakes and snakebite for medical personnel serving in the United States armed forces. My programs for middle school and high school students include information about starting a career in zoology and conservation. All of my programs include information about natural history, geography and conservation as well as alligator safety and snakebite prevention and first-aid. My work is very rewarding to me as it allows me to share this fascinating family of animals with others and to help them develop a better understanding and appreciation of the world's often most misunderstood animals.
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Hired 26 times

Serves Plant City, FL

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1 employee

30 years in business

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Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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2021

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Yuliya I.
May 18, 2024
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Bruce did a great job entertaining our daughter’s 6th birthday guests! Everyone was fascinated by his performance which was quite educational too. Great gob keeping all those kindergarteners focused for 1+ hour! Highly recommend!

Details: Birthday • 25 guests or fewer • 12 years old or younger • Reptiles & Amphibians (e.g., Snakes, Lizards, Frogs, Turtles)

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Jennifer M.
Apr 15, 2024
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Bruce and his companions attended our Family Fun Fair in Fort Pierce, FL on April 13th. It was attended by over 500 adults and children. In order for the children to have the best possible experience Bruce changed up his typical presentation style to a "Meet a new reptile" every 15 minutes. This made it very engaging for everyone. Children had the opportunity to touch the reptiles and take pictures with them. Bruce kept things very orderly so each child/adult had an opportunity to get close to an animal. He also came prepared with hand sanitizer. His dog Strider was also present and he was a big hit with the crowd. Thank you Bruce for your friendly demeanor and exciting presentation!

Details: Festival / fair • 201 - 250 guests • 12 years old or younger • Reptiles & Amphibians (e.g., Snakes, Lizards, Frogs, Turtles)

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Stephanie F.
Nov 29, 2022
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Excellent experience with Bruce! His reptiles included some we have never seen before and his knowledge about them was amazing. He set up everything, and due to the rain we were able to make the patio area work just fine. The kids enjoyed the program thoroughly at my daughter's birthday party. Highly recommend if you are looking for the kids (probably best over 5) to be entertained, learn something, and fun for adults too!

Details: Birthday • 25 guests or fewer • 12 years old or younger • Reptiles & Amphibians (e.g., Snakes, Lizards, Frogs, Turtles)

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Andrea N.
Jan 9, 2022
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Bruce! Thank you for today. You work so well with the little ones. It was so fun and educational meeting your animals. Baby and chop stick were the favorites for the rest of the evening. Thank you for everything 😁

Details: Birthday • 25 guests or fewer • 12 years old or younger • Reptiles & Amphibians (e.g., Snakes, Lizards, Frogs, Turtles)

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Ilona A.
Aug 23, 2021
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Great! I would recommend to any party! All guests enjoyed it! A lot of interesting information and amazing animals! Thank you!

Details: Birthday • 25 guests or fewer • 12 years old or younger • Reptiles & Amphibians (e.g., Snakes, Lizards, Frogs, Turtles)

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Bruce Shwedick