Southern California Herpetology Association

“THE REPTILE CLUB”

The SCHA is a proud sponsor of the Irwin’s Conservation Group.  We have raised and donated funds to the Wildlifewarriors in an effort to keep Steve Irwin's dreams alive.

About Us

The Southern California Herpetology Association (S.C.H.A.) has been around for over 30 years and has become one of the foundations for education, rescue and exhibits in Southern California.  The knowledge and experience of our members is unmatched in the industry.  Our mission statement:

The Southern California Herpetology Association (SCHA) is dedicated to the acquisition and dissemination of information and knowledge through literary and verbal communication regarding the collection, examination, management, treatment and propagation of herpetological specimens.

Text Box: Meetings

The SCHA meets on the second Tuesday of every month. The meetings will start at 7pm and are held at:

 

San Marino Elementary

6215 San Rolando

Buena Park, CA  90620

In the Multi-Purpose Room

Please come on time and be courteous to the other members and speakers while entering the building. The Monthly meetings consists of:

Questions & Answers – If you have questions or need an answer about an animal come and speak with others like you and see if you can get the answers you are looking for.

Great Drawing Prizes- During the monthly meeting the SCHA will hold a drawing for an assortment of great prizes including animals and supplies provided by our Supporting Shops and other members.

Guest Speaker – On occasion the SCHA will host a wide variety of guest speakers for your information as well as your entertainment. Some of the past speakers include: Dr. Tom Greek,  Bob Applegate of Applegate Reptiles, Kyle Chang of California Fish and Game as well as many others.

Text Box: Shows and Exibits

The SCHA is often called to put on a display or show. These displays or shows can be done for cities, communities, schools or even be part of a larger show.  Some places the SCHA has been displaying are the El Dorado Nature Center, in Long Beach California and the All American Family Pet Expo in Costa Mesa California.

The SCHA prides itself in educating the public, providing a way to introduce reptiles and amphibians to children and adults, as well as providing information on both the animals and their natural habitat.

Text Box: The SCHA does ask its members to help and participate in these Shows. This gives the members a chance to show off there animals and knowledge.

Text Box: Trips and outings

Day and Over Night Trips - These trips include trips to Big Bear, Homeland, Hemet, Whitewater, Verbenia as well as other areas to observe native species in their natural habitat..

Outings – Going behind the scenes at the Los Angeles Zoo with Curator Russ Smith. As well as visiting the San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Park.

 

RESCUE

The SCHA will rescue (not pay for) any animal that can no longer be cared for by its owner and respond to calls of a wild animal in need.

Text Box: **DRAWING DISCLAIMER**

Text Box: The SCHA does hold a monthly drawing that can include live animals. The SCHA and its members are not responsible for any items placed in the drawing. If something does not look healthy or is out of place please bring this to the attention of a board member right away so the situation can be corrected. If an animal is selected it is done so at your own discretion.