Our hosts & parents have been incredibly generous in giving permission to post photos, and I am SO thankful! I hope these wonderful memories demonstrate the joy these amazing animals can bring as well as the rewards of overcoming anxiety! 
We had an amazing time at Aiden’s birthday in Cambridge! Most were pretty anxious but it didn’t take long for them to warm up to those full-body snake hugs. The ball pythons were extremely popular, particularly my largest female, Susan. Folks are frequently intimidated by her size, but she’s one…
My wife, Marsha, was very excited to visit her alma mater, Central Kings Rural High for their special Wellness Day this week, and it was a beautiful “full-circle” moment to see her to return as a teacher. As someone who struggles with chronic anxiety, I know that the first rule…
We had a blast at Iriss’ birthday party in Wilmot! Our birthday girl was already an enthusiastic ophidiophile and a huge fan of Snake Discovery on YouTube, and we may gushed about Emily a li’l. Her guests, however, we more uncertain but Iriss did a phenomenal job serving as a…
Rural schools in Nova Scotia are very special because of the unique & vibrant communities they foster, and Greenfield Elementary School is no exception! The warm, welcoming atmosphere and the beautiful spirit of the staff & students made the lengthy drive well worth it! We saw so much courage throughout…
We had a fantastic evening at New Minas Elementary School for their S.T.E.M. Night! It was a special privilege to be alongside so many fantastic educational businesses & organizations, and we were blown away by all of the amazing exhibits! Huge thanks to Emma, Sarah & Alexia for all their…
We’re becoming regular fixtures at Acadia University Library, thanks to so many requests from students! I can’t express enough appreciation to Acadia University staff & students for being so kind and welcoming! You always make every visit an absolute joy! Everyone is always so gentle & considerate with my pets…
Gavin’s birthday in Medford was a blast! I met Gavin at Canning & District Recreation – CDRC day-camp last summer and he was so excited to be reunited with his slithery friends! It was also wonderful to see so many familiar faces, including family-friends! It didn’t take long for everyone…
We had the best time in Mahone Bay this weekend! Saxon’s birthday party was absolutely snaketacular, with slithery decorations everywhere, including snakelets & cupsnakes for everyone! They were very excited to meet REAL snakes but they were just as eager to learn about them first and I love seeing their…
Eli’s Easter weekend birthday party in Kingsport was an absolute blast! It’s always extra-special when families invite me for a return visit and many of these children were very happy to be reunited with their slithery friends. As usual, Robert the corn snake was disrespecting personal boundaries, and Alice the…
We had an amazing time celebrating Caleb’s birthday in Porter’s Lake this weekend! We celebrated with him last year, and it’s always extra-special to be invited back! Caleb made sure to invite lots of new faces to share in the experience and it was so heartwarming to watch him helping…
