Level 2R Introduction to Field and Research Techniques - Jekyll Island, GA
Schedule
Sat, 28 Mar, 2026 at 09:30 am
UTC-04:00Location
Jekyll Island Authority | Jekyll Island, GA
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Are you a land manager, environmental consultant, first responder, homeowner, zookeeper, veterinary professional, biologist, herpetology enthusiast, photographer, or anyone who has already taken our Level 1 Venomous Handling Certification Course and is looking to go deeper? This course is for you!Time:
Mar 28, 2026, 9:30 AM EDT – Mar 29, 2026, 4:30 PM EDT
Location:
Jekyll Island Authority, 100 James Rd, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
About the Event:
This two-day course reviews and expands upon the concepts and techniques taught in Level 1 by diving deeper into classroom topics like advanced venom toxinology, snakebite case studies, first aid in a field setting, wildlife capture, and more; with more advanced hands-on techniques like capturing, restraining, sampling, and handling venomous snakes. This course includes a field day where students will assist in ongoing research with a wild population of rattlesnakes in a challenging outdoor environments.
Lodging:
A limited number of cabin rooms are available for $75/person for the weekend. Select the "Lodging" option with your registration if you would like to reserve a room. Cabins each have 3 private, lockable rooms with a shared bathroom and kitchen with stove for cooking. You will need to bring your own bedding. There are plenty of other lodging options on the island, and Brunswick GA is just 20 minutes away.
Transportation:
The closest major airport is in Jacksonville FL. Our office in Jacksonville is about 1hr 20min from Jekyll, and a limited number of seats in our vehicle will be available if you select the "Transportation" option for your registration. Otherwise, you will need to arrange your own transportation. We will plan to leave the office about 7AM Saturday morning, and return after class Sunday evening.
Meals:
Meals are not provided, but there are numerous options to get food on the island.
The Level 1 Venomous Handling Certification Course is a pre-requisite for this course.
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Where is it happening?
Jekyll Island Authority, 100 James Road, Jekyll Island GA 31527,Brunswick, Georgia, Jekyll Island, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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