Aug 27 2025 to Aug 28 2025 1 p.m.

Price: Exclusive resort-led event: FREE participation for in-house guests—just book your room. Book/Buy

Where

Rivermist Resort, Mudigere, Chikmagalur, Karnataka

Sunkasale PO, Mudigere 577121

Event Description

Explore the Western Ghats’ herpetofauna with a 2-day, family-friendly Herpetology Workshop at RiverMist Resorts, RiverMist Resort Road, Madugundi, Sunkasale PO, Mudigere, Karnataka 577121, India, on Aug 27–28, 2025. Exclusive resort-led event: FREE participation for in-house guests—just book your room. What to expect: • Expert-led night walks and guided forest trails • Species ID, ethical field methods, and herp photography • Focus on Malabar pit viper, gliding frog, caecilians, vine snakes & endemic geckos • Conservation talk and data-recording practice Your guide: • Mr. Ajith Padiyar — Master’s in Wildlife Research & Management; worked with ARRS, ATREE, NCF; 4+ years as naturalist & researcher specializing in Western Ghats herpetofauna. Who can join: • Nature lovers, students, photographers, families • Kids under 18 MUST be accompanied by parents/guardians Essentials to carry: • Quick-dry clothing, rain protection, trekking shoes • Torch/headlamp with extra batteries, notebook, refillable water bottle Safety & ethics: • Observe, don’t disturb; no handling of reptiles/amphibians • Guided groups, first-aid support, Leave No Trace Booking & info: • Book rooms to join free: rivermistresorts.com (or use the booking link) • Call: +91 80 4816 2222 | WhatsApp: +91 8762 797979 • Venue: RiverMist Resorts, RiverMist Resort Road, Madugundi, Sunkasale PO, Mudigere, Karnataka 577121, India Note: Limited slots for field walks; please reserve early.