**Counts for Continuing Ed Hours!** Please use the link below to register. This event is FREE and open to the public, however seating is very limited so the first 30 people to register will have their seats reserved until 6pm! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-curious-naturalist-creepy-crawlers-tickets-1014960874297 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ We're celebrating things that have too many legs — things some might call "creepy crawlers." Explore the world of these fascinating creatures and learn more about their role in nature. Get up close and personal with some live specimens while learning about their unique behaviors and habitats. This event is perfect for adults, nature lovers and nerds who just love to learn. Doors open at 5:30pm at Wild Child Wines and our first speaker will start at 6pm. Space is very limited so arrive early. Our main presenter, Steven Barney from Safari Station, will be sharing facts about arachnids and insects in Louisiana. Adding an artistic twist, blacksmith and metal artist Elizabeth Belz will showcase her metal insect sculptures and talk about her projects happening at the Halloween Arts & Nature Festival. The Curious Naturalist is a lecture series by Acadiana Master Naturalists. Our co-host for this session, Atelier de la Nature, will also share teasers about the Halloween Art & Nature Festival. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ FAQ Our lecture series is intended for adults, but we welcome curious teens to join us. While there is no age restriction, parents of younger children should be aware that the content is created with adults in mind. You may not want to bring small children if you expect them to be disruptive.