by Phil True | Jul 11, 2021 | Day Events, School Field Trips
Learn About North American Venomous Snakes and More Did you know that part of our wildlife center’s collection features North American venomous snakes? Currently on exhibit are 6 species of Rattlesnakes and 2 Northern Copperheads. We also have on exhibit a Gila...
by HKovack | Jan 16, 2017 | News & Updates, Staff Bios, Day Events, Outdoor Activities for Kids, School Field Trips
Mark Layton is the Wildlife Center Director here at Refreshing Mountain, though he originally got his start at Refreshing Mountain when he was 16 years old, working in the housekeeping department. That same summer he was given the chance to work in the activities...
by Phil True | Jun 15, 2012 | News & Updates, Staff Bios, Ziplines
Mark Layton, our resident reptile expert! He has a passion for reptiles, amphibians and all sorts of wildlife. Reptiles are his area of expertise and he’ll be sure to tell you all about the snakes and turtles as you go across our “Black Pearl” pond. Mark is one of...