Learn about snakes and turtles at Stillman Nature Center program

An upcoming program at Stillman Nature Center in Barrington will offer a chance to get up close and personal with snakes and turtles.

It takes place at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 17, at Stillman, 33 W. Penny Road, Barrington.

Visitors will join naturalist and reptile enthusiast Lara Sviatko as she shares her knowledge about these cold-blooded animals. You'll have a chance to touch a snake as well as look for Stillman's snakes and pond turtles.

To reserve a spot, call (847) 428-6957. The program is free.