2026 SCPARC Annual Meeting
About this Event
We are excited to host our Annual Meeting on August 7th and 8th at the Savannah River Ecology Laboratory (SREL) Conference Center! This two-day event will bring together professionals, students, and educators to share their incredible work in research, conservation, and education focused on South Carolina’s reptiles and amphibians.
The meeting will feature engaging presentations, opportunities to connect with fellow herp enthusiasts during social hours, and field trips to explore local habitats. We will also hold our Annual Business Meeting, where attendees can contribute to shaping SCPARC's future.
The full schedule of events and list of presenters will be updated and shared soon. If you are interested in presenting at this year's annual meeting, please visit our presenter page here: https://scparc.org/2026-annual-meeting-presenters/
Lodging for the Event:
There are several lodging options within 15-20 minutes from the conference center. We have secured a room block for meeting attendees at the Holiday Inn Express at 2897 Whiskey Road, by the Aiken Mall. To receive the discounted rate, please request the "SCPARC Block" or use this link to make your reservation. Please note there are several other hotel options in the area.
Note:
Our goal is to ensure this meeting is as accessible as possible to all herpetologists, students, and enthusiasts. If you would like to attend the meeting, cannot pay the registration fee, please contact us directly at [email protected].
Tentative Schedule of Events:
Friday, August 7th
8:00 AM - Field Trip
1:00 PM – Check-In at Conference Center
1:30–2:00 PM – Welcome & Introduction
2:00-5:00 PM - Presentation Period
5:00–7:00 PM – Social Hour
Saturday, August 8th
8:30 AM – Check-In
9:00–10:00 AM – Presentation Period(15-minute presentations followed by 5 minutes of Q&A)
10:00–10:20 AM – Break
10:20–11:20 AM – Presentation Period(15-minute presentations followed by 5 minutes of Q&A)
11:20–11:30 AM – Break
11:30 AM–12:00 PM – SCPARC Business Meeting
12:00–1:30 PM – Poster Session and Catered Lunch
1:30–3:00 PM – Presentation Period(15-minute presentations followed by 5 minutes of Q&A)
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 20.00 to USD 35.00
