The Annual Fall Symposium will be held at the Virginia Zoo, in Norfolk, on Saturday, October 16, 9am to 5pm. The keynote speaker will be Dr. Robert Weems, from the USGS, who is a renowned expert in Virginia's herpetological fossils. A behind-the-scenes tour will be provided by Craig Pelke, Curator of Birds and Ectotherms. This event will also feature oral and poster presentations from students (with $100 1st place and $50 2nd place prizes for each category), silent and live auctions, and the VHS business meeting where discussions will begin for planning 2011 surveys and other events. Also this year, attendees will be able to pay for auction items, membership dues, donations, and the like via PayPal with a provided computer at the event. Location (linked to directions): 3500 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23504 Admission: Free for VHS attendees; Regular zoo visits are $8 for adults and $6 for children ages 2-11 yrs. Food: Onsite catering, with box lunches ranging $8-10, including veggie options
2010 Fall Meeting of the Virginia Herpetological Society

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