Alabama Extension will offer Venomous Snake Training from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Tuesday, August 5, at Troy University Arboretum at 101 Pell Avenue in Troy.

Abby Peters, Pike County Extension agent, said the topics will cover Venomous Snake ID, Common Non-invasive Venomous Snakes, Handling/Securing Venomous Snakes, First Responder Medicine & Bite Protocols and Expectations of Snakebite Care at the Hospital. 

Space is limited. Preregistration is required.Lunch will be provided.

For more information, contact Abby Peters, 306 South Three Notch Street, Troy or Donna Martin, Administrative Support Association, Pike County, Alabama Cooperative Extension, Auburn University,  (334) 566-0985.