Reptiles Alive LLC

Serving the Greater DC area from Richmond VA to Baltimore MD

Reptiles Alive!
Our most popular show is a great introduction to the world of reptiles. Learn snake secrets and laugh at our lizard stories and turtle tales. Featured animals may include a boa or python, tortoise, lizards and other amazing animals.

Rainforest Reptiles Alive!
Discover the dynamic world of tropical rainforests while you meet beautiful jungle animals. Live animals from each layer of the forest will be featured along with stories of survival in this fascinating and endangered environment. Featured animals may include an iguana, boa constrictor, tegu lizard, and other rainforest creatures.

Backyard Reptiles Alive!
Uncover the secrets of the reptiles living in your own backyard. Learn what to do when you encounter wild animals and how to help wildlife in your own neighborhood. Featured animals may include an eastern rat snake, box turtle, snapping turtle, and other amazing native species.

Creepy Reptiles Alive!
Some animals may seem scary, but in this show, you will find out why there is no reason to be afraid. Myths will be busted and the truth will be revealed about some of nature's most misunderstood creatures. Featured animals may include snakes, giant cockroaches, toads and other "creepy creatures."

Desert Reptiles Alive!
Awesome animals from the awe-inspiring desert will be showcased during this exciting program about one of our planet's most extreme habitats. Find out how animals can survive in such a harsh environment. Animals may include a uromastyx, tortoise, gecko, and more extreme animals.

Wetland Reptiles Alive!
Dive into learning about wetland habitats during this fun live animal show! Marshes, swamps, and the Chesapeake Bay watershed will be explained with fun stories and living wetland creatures. Features animals may include a snapping turtle, bull frog, water monitor lizard and other denizens of damp places.

Snakes Alive!
The secret life of snakes will be revealed during this spectacular show. Learn the answers to questions about some of nature's most mysterious creatures. Featured animals may include a python, boa, rat snake and more slithery friends.

Ecosystems Alive!
Students will meet live reptiles from a variety of habitats and discover why healthy ecosystems are so important to all life on Earth. This program was created using the Virginia Standards of Learning in Science to assist teachers in motivating their students to learn more. Featured animals may include a boa constrictor, box turtle, bearded dragon, and other animals from around the world.

Custom Reptiles Alive Show
If your school, library, or group has a special theme you would like to build a live animal show around, let us know. Our wildlife educators can customize a live animal show that will be perfect for your event. Past custom theme shows have included topics such as: Africa, Australia, Dinosaurs, and more.

Colorful exotic live animals presented by the most fun, friendly and professional wildlife educators inspire students' interests in environmental and biological STEM material.

Reptiles Alive LLC mission is to inspire an interest in and a love for animals that are often misunderstood by the general public. Conservation thru education!

To present the absolute best, highest quality and professional live animal outreach programs available.

Reptiles Alive LLC was founded in 1996 by Caroline Seitz to be the most fun, exciting and professional live reptile program offered in the DC metro area. Each year we present over 700 live animal programs at all kinds of venues and events including the Celebrate Fairfax Festival, Smithsonian's Discovery Theater, Maryland Science Center, and so many more. All of our staff are fully trained professional wildlife educators and zoo keepers who have years of experience working with animals and children - at the same time! You can count on Reptiles Alive shows to always be fun, safe, and sssuper entertaining.

"Thank you again for doing a great job with your presentation. Our children absolutely loved the show! I enjoy seeing how your excitement about reptiles translates to the children getting excited about them too!" - Nancy Shank, Kindergarten Teacher, Orchard Grove Elementary School, Frederick MD

"Thank you so much for the love, time and energy you put into your shows. Your passion truly shines and the kids know." - Cindy Huddleston, Hunter Mill Country Day School

"Caroline was a very vibrant, energetic, and educationally informative presenter! She kept the students engaged and involved, and they ALL enjoyed the program. We are already discussing when to reschedule for the next school year." - Ellen St. Clair, Reading Specialist and 2nd Grade Team Leader

"We have several groups and when the parents pick up after your show, the children are just bursting with excitement to tell their parents about your show." - Judi Peacott, Preschool director, Holy Family Catholic School

"The program was outstanding. Caroline was so knowledgeable and was able to teach the children at their level. She handled the animals very professionally and the hands on experience for the children was well received. I would highly recommend this program--both for our age group (3-4 yr olds) and for elementary school children." - Joan L. Mancuso, Director Potomac Nursery School

"It was very interactive, highlighted local critters and emphasized positive messages about reptiles and amphibians which many people seem to be afraid of." - Julie Katraff, Eastern District Manager

"It always amazes me that Caroline can get kids ages 18 months to 5 years to sit still and listen. She keeps them engaged and excited during the entire program." - Sheila Farthing, Director of Providence Baptist Preschool

"This is absolutely the best program Good Shepherd offers" - Caroline Hilton, Classroom teacher at Good Shepherd Preschool

"Mom, I got to visit real, live animals today! Most were reptiles, except the bullfrog!" - Michael, 4-year old student at Good Shepherd Preschool
Liz was very engaging and energetic. You could tell she loved her job." - Darlene Spurlock, Director, Wesley Preschool, Alexandria VA

"Rachel is energetic, entertaining, and informative. The kids really enjoyed her!" - Kim Volpe, Director, Clifton Presbyterian Church Preschool, Clifton VA

"Absolutely wonderful. Caroline was FANTASTIC!" - Jessica Summer, Director, St. Georges Preschool, Fairfax VA

"I loved this program! The kids were fully captivated the entire time and were eager to touch Starlight! A great program to teach about 'taboo' animals." - Jessica Walker, Preschool director, Bright Start Learning Center

"He (Tony) was great! He knew just how to manage a group of pre-kindergartners and he kept them engaged. We were impressed with the professionalism and it was perfect for a winter birthday!" - Stephanie Carpenter, Parent

"Everyone loved the program, especially the children! This was the first assembly I ever planned so thank you for making me look good! The kids and adults learned a lot and I got a lot of good feedback from the crowd. Thanks!" - Rachel Kolodziej, PTA-VP of Programs, Ferry Farm Elementary

"Thank you for continuing to provide our school with a fun and educational show for our preschoolers for the last five years. Hearing children excitedly tell their parents about what they saw and learned 7 hours after the show tells us what an awesome impression your show leaves on our children." - Jessica Koller, Assistant Director, The Goddard School

"[Rachel] was great at accommodating a large group of children and the two 45-minute show option was perfect!" - Makenzy O'Flynn, Lead Teacher School Age 1, Laurel Learning Center

"[I chose Reptiles Alive! LLC] because I have used them for years and keep coming back. All year we practice sitting still and listening. Reptiles Alive! is our prize." - Lila Ross, Primary Montessori Teacher, Drew Model School

"Rachel the educator made it happen. She was motivating, interesting and dynamic. I heard great recommendations and kids just naturally love reptiles. I thought it was a great way to get kids interested in reading nonfiction about reptiles." - Reading /Title I Teacher