I am posting this from my boyfriends account. While relocating across the country from WA state to MA, we decided to go to Mount Rushmore... however, on the road to Rushmore, I saw something I felt would be far more interesting... Signs for Reptile Gardens. 
It was a must stop, as both of us are huge herp fans, especially my boyfriend - who loves all things venomous. Our first stop, was the Venomous snake exhibit. While there, our first meeting was with taphillips. We spent hours talking with him and thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. It was refreshing to talk to someone with the knowledge and hands on experience that he had. To think that he took time out of his day to stand and educate and share knowledge was a great feeling. He was even kind enough to bring out a baby taipan they had just received and find us so that we could see it up close and personal.
We would like to thank you Terry, for your time, your humor, your knowledge. It was a great pleasure for us, and had to be the best part of our trip (other than arriving home after 3600 miles of driving... LOL). We hope to speak again some time.
And to all of you out there, we HIGHLY recommend stopping by Reptile Gardens if you ever get the chance. It will amaze you and fill you with awe.
T. Shea and D. Millar
P.S. Terry, did the anaconda lay yet?
