Vernon, along with his siblings, is always ready for adventuring, especially when there's opportunity for snake or other critter encounters.
Thank you for generously supporting Vernon in this year’s competition. Your participation helps empower the National Wildlife Federation in their mission to protect wildlife, restore habitats, and inspire the next generation of conservationists.
What is Jr. Ranger?
Learn moreUnbridled freedom. Aside from rules that keep them safe, and nature unharmed, they're rid of all the restrictions and regimens of their otherwise highly-structured environment. Discovery- there's potential treasure under every rock or the perfect swimming hole calling.
Snakes- any kind, but the bigger the better, and we know how to identify- and steer clear of- the venomous ones. Northern water snakes are a particular favorite to catch as they put up just enough challenge to make it fun, and just enough fight to add a sense of danger.
Creekin'- the act of exploring or just playing in and around the creek- which we have several to choose from nearby. Some you can fish in, others are good for salamanders, and some for snakes, but they're all good for cooling off and splashing around.
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