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2012 Show Dates (Saturday & Sunday) February 25 & 26 June 2 & 3 October 6 & 7 |
UNF University Center 12000 Alumni Drive Jacksonville, FL 32224 |
In 2012 Repticon returns to the beautiful University Center on the campus of the University of North Florida. This state of the art venue with plenty of convenient parking is easy to reach, and will provide a world-class backdrop for Repticon Jacksonville, one of Repticon's fastest growing shows. This 10,000 sq. ft. facility will be packed with a great selection of reptiles and exotic pets, pet products, reptile themed-merchandise, and all sorts of reptile-related fun. Join us this Winter, Summer and Fall at the UNF University Center for the next step in the evolution of Repticon Jacksonville!
These are Events & Activities from the May 2011 Show
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Show Hours:
Saturday: 10:00am-5:00pm (VIP Entry at 9:00 am)Admission:
Sunday: 10:00am-4:00pm
One Day Admission:Adults - $10.00Two Day VIP Ticket
Children (5-12) - $5.00,
Four and under FREE!
Adults - $12.00 (online), $15 (at door)
Children - $5.00
Four and under FREE
Presentation Times
Plan your day around events happening at these times!
(See Event Descriptions Below)
Times subject to change
Plan your day around events happening at these times!
(See Event Descriptions Below)
Times subject to change
Saturday
11:00am - Arachnids! Live w/ Exotic Kingdom
12:00pm - The LB Reptile Experience Live Animal Encounters
1:00pm - Live Kingsnakes & Milksnakes w/ ByTheShore Reptiles
2:00pm - Field Herping Adventures w/ Daniel Parker
3:00pm - The LB Reptile Experience Live Animal Encounters
4:00pm - Arachnids! Live w/ Exotic Kingdom
Sunday
11:00am - Arachnids! Live w/ Exotic Kingdom
12:00pm - The LB Reptile Experience Live Animal Encounters
1:00pm - Field Herping Adventures w/ Daniel Parker
2:00pm - Arachnids! Live w/ Exotic Kingdom
3:00pm - The LB Reptile Experience Live Animal Encounters
ExoTerra Door Prize Raffle
Thanks to Sponsorship from ExoTerra Repticon will again have one of it's greatest Door Prize Raffles ever! Raffles will be held every hour for multiple prizes throughout the weekend. Most of the high end products are being held for the special VIP raffle, reserved for those guests who purchase two-day VIP tickets and enter an hour early on Saturday. Spectacular sponsorship prizes are expected, such as entire ExoTerra Habitat set-ups, and large cage decor such as Waterfalls and Rock Outcrops! VIP Tickets are available for pre-purchase. Come out early and be a Repticon VIP guest!.
Tote Bag Sponsor - Zoo Med!
Thanks to Sponsorship from Zoo Med, early VIP guests to the show will receive a Zoo Med tote bag with product samples, while supplies last! These bags are only available to guests who purchase their VIP tickets online. Check to our tickets page here for information on purchasing an early entry VIP two day ticket!
Visit Repticon Sponsor:
Mice Direct
Feeder rodent suppliers Mice Direct will be directly at the show. To insure the availablity of the feeders you might need, if you would like to place a pre-order from them for pickup at the show, contact Mice Direct here.
The LB Reptile Experience
The LB Reptile Experience is a reptile rescue program local to Jacksonville that takes over 400 calls a year for both exotic and indigenous reptiles. Their presentation will delight as always with hands on interaction, as the kids get to touch the animals and hold some of them, as they learn the special stories of these rescued herps from Bob Shumaker. If you like meeting the big reptiles, stop by this presentation and learn more.
Kingsnakes & Milksnakes!!
Tim Manucy of ByTheShore Reptiles will give a presentation on Kingsnakess and Milksnakes. ByTheShore Reptiles has been keeping and breeding different snakes from this large group/species for over 10 years. They will go over information for choosing, keeping, and some of the differences of these beautiful snakes. Join them for a hands on learning experience everyone will really enjoy!
Field Herping Adventures!
Daniel Parker from Sunshine Serpents will be giving a Presentation on Field Herping Adventures.
So if you would like to find out the best ways to enjoy the hobby in the great outdoors, and actually find some reptiles & amphibians, stop by and learn more! Daniel will also be sharing some entertaining stories on his personal adventures finding reptiles in the wild, along with lots of photos!
Arachnids!
Mike Dean from Exotic Kingdom will be giving a presentation focusing on various arachnids. As a breeder of these creatures, he is the man to learn from if you are into animals that even some herpers think are creepy and crawly. If you like tarantulas, scorpions, and other spiders, stop by to see them up close and personal!
