Chautauqua Summer Programs in Ferryville, WI to begin June 11 with “Rattlesnakes of the Driftless Region” presentation

The Ferryville Tourism Council has announced the first in its annual series of three Chautauqua Summer Programs to be held throughout this summer. The first program will be held Wednesday, June 11 at 6:30 p.m. in the Ferryville Village Hall.

The June 11 presentation will be “Rattlesnakes of the Driftless Region” and will be given by Erik Wild, a herpetologist associated with University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point who has been surveying rattlesnakes for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for over 10 years.  Most recently he has played a key role in the DNR’s rattlesnake research in the Rush Creek State Natural Area and is passionate about sharing the benefits of these elusive creatures.

Anyone who loves snakes, or is terrified of snakes, or is nervous about snakes, or just has an abundance of curiosity is welcome to attend. Treats will be available.

The other two programs scheduled for this summer’s Chautauqua Summer Program will be a July 9 program by Larry Scheckel on “Amish in Wisconsin” and an August 13 program by Robert Taunt on “Marquette and Joliet”. This will be the 12th year of summer programs in Ferryville.