Herping in Chikmagalur 2025 Free Workshop at RiverMist Resorts
About the Event
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