About OARA

OARA is a club of reptile and amphibian enthusiasts. Our membership includes passionate pet keepers and dedicated field naturalists, and ranges from beginners to serious reptile breeders and professional herpetologists. Since 1983 our members have volunteered for research and conservation projects and set up educational displays. Our public displays have been featured at the National Capital Wildlife Festival, the Great Animal Adventure, the Central Canada Exhibition, and Environment Week.

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Field Trips

At various points during the year, we head out on field trips in the area. Both natural field-hunting expeditions and visits to local reptile and amphibian flavoured zoos are organized. Here are some examples of our more recent expeditions.

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Field Trips

Mudpuppies - January 2009

Five-lined Skinks - August 2008

South Nation River - June 2008

South Nation River - June 2007

South Nation River - June 2006

Peterborough - October 2005