Where Young Reptile Enthusiasts Become Expert Herpers
Is your child fascinated by reptiles? Do they light up when they see a snake, lizard, or turtle? The Repterience Crew is a monthly membership club designed for kids and families who want to dive deep into the amazing world of reptiles!
Led by Gary and Laura Orner, expert reptile educators with years of experience, the Repterience Crew offers hands-on learning, live animal encounters, and a community of fellow reptile lovers.
Join us in person at local libraries or watch via livestream if you can't make it! Every meeting includes:
Educational Deep-Dives: Topics like reptile care, great pet choices, wildlife conservation, species spotlights, and more
Hands-On Animal Encounters: Get up close with our ambassador reptiles including Henry the Albino Burmese Python, Echo the American Alligator, Blink, Toast, and many more
Expert Instruction: Learn proper handling techniques, care basics, and fascinating reptile facts
Guest Speakers: Special presentations from veterinarians, wildlife experts, and other reptile professionals
Age-appropriate content delivered right to your inbox:
Coloring pages and activities for younger members
Educational articles and challenges for older kids
Upcoming meeting topics and special announcements
Member spotlights and reptile care tips
Welcome Kit: Official Repterience Crew t-shirt, button, and personalized membership certificate
10% Discount: Save on all Repterience birthday party bookings
Annual Field Trip: Join us for a fun-filled day of reptile adventures (included in membership!)
Priority Access: First to know about special events, workshops, and new programs
We organize our meetings by age to ensure content is perfectly tailored:
Little Scales (Ages 4-7): Fun, interactive introductions to reptiles with lots of hands-on time
Junior Herpers (Ages 7-10): Deeper exploration of species, habitats, and basic care
Reptile Rangers (Ages 10-13): Advanced topics including husbandry, breeding basics, and conservation
Herp Squad (Ages 14-17): Expert-level content on reptile keeping, career paths, and wildlife biology
Monthly: $20/month
Annual: $200/year (Save $40!)
Perfect for: Families with one child interested in reptiles
Monthly: $50/month
Annual: $500/year (Save $100!)
Perfect for: Families with multiple reptile enthusiasts
Bonus Perks for Family Members:
Two adult may attend meetings with children
Priority registration for annual field trip
Family welcome kit with shirts and certificates for all kids
Additional Child: +$8/month or +$80/year
Gary specializes in snakes and lizards, while Laura is an expert in turtles and tortoises. Together, they bring decades of hands-on experience and a passion for reptile education. Your child will learn from the best!
This isn't just watching from a distance. Crew members get real interaction with our ambassador animals, learning proper handling and care techniques in a safe, supervised environment.
Meet other kids who share your child's passion for reptiles. Build friendships, share experiences, and grow together as young herpetologists.
Can't make it to the meeting? No problem! Watch via livestream and stay connected. We know life gets busy, so we make it easy to participate.
For less than the cost of a family dinner out, your child gets a monthly educational adventure, expert mentorship, and a community of fellow reptile lovers.
Leopard Geckos 101
Snakes: Myths vs. Facts
Turtle & Tortoise Care Essentials
Reptiles in the Wild: Wisconsin's Native Species
Feeding Time: What Do Reptiles Eat?
Conservation Heroes: How You Can Help Protect Reptiles
Behind the Scenes: A Day in the Life of a Reptile Educator
Guest Speaker: Local Wildlife Veterinarian
We partner with local libraries throughout Wisconsin. Specific locations and dates are announced monthly to members.
No problem! All meetings are livestreamed for members who can't attend in person. Recordings are also available for 30 days after each meeting.
Absolutely! Parents are welcome to attend with their children. Family memberships include Two adult attendee.
Yes! All animal interactions are supervised by Gary and Laura. We teach proper handling techniques and ensure every child feels comfortable. Safety is our top priority.
Yes! You can join anytime. We prorate annual memberships if you join after the year has started.
Monthly memberships can be cancelled anytime with 30 days notice. Annual memberships are non-refundable but can be transferred to another family member.
We believe every child should have access to reptile education. We hope to be able to build a program for this.
Our ambassador animals include Henry the Albino Burmese Python, Echo the American Alligator, Toast (our 13-ft Burmese Python), various lizards, turtles, tortoises, and more! Different animals attend each meeting.
Enrollment is now open!
How to Sign Up:
Choose your membership type (Individual or Family)
Select monthly or annual payment
Contact Gary:
Phone: 920-321-6648
Email: gary@repterience.com
Website: https://repterience.com
Join the Repterience Crew today and watch your child's passion for reptiles grow into expert knowledge, confidence, and lifelong memories.
The Repterience Crew is fully insured and complies with all safety regulations. All reptiles are handled by trained professionals, and proper safety protocols are followed at every meeting.
