Kevin training the NH Fish & Game Department ! Reptile Handling + Venomous hook training

Today we spent a few hours teaching our NH Fish & Game department how to handle native wildlife, and some exotic snake species they may encounter. Kevin covers everything from safe venomous handling practices to removing snapping turtles from the road safely.
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[@kimconley4679]

Kevin, our hero, teaching law enforcement how to respect awesome creatures gives us another reason to love him.

[@namesnosborne1461]

would have been nice to see the whole thing. they just cut it off for no apparent reason and i was entertained and learning

[@mikenerida9184]

It was really cool to see all if these people go from being noticeably scared and uncomfortable to being excited and curious. I think it's awesome that you're doing these programs.

[@kyleerosee3]

I said the same thing

[@Kevin.odonnell]

Agreed! Like “oh, I don’t have to be scared. I just have to respectfully observe from a safe distance. Oooo he said big fangs!”

[@erinpassaretti3562]

Every single senator about the review and vote on the Lacey Act needs to see this video!!!! So proud of Kevin!!! Many years ago, as a new trauma nurse, we had a venom presentation, done by Clyde Peeling at our medical center. The only thing I learned was to be terrified of snakes... and the only good snake was a dead snake. 😪😪 12 years later, 6 of them follow the work of Brian and Kevin- I am amazed by these beautiful animals and have so much respect for them. Brian has an infectious passion for sharing the love and beauty. While Kevin has both, mix with the mad scientist drive to never stop learning. Just watching Kevin you see the wheels turning in his head with every interaction he has with his animals. It makes my heart so proud!

[@NewEnglandReptile]

That is quite a bunch niceness!!!!very kind! K

[@Bradimus1981]

Trying not to get political, but the creation of super administrators and what they do using laws like the "Lacey Act" is very disturbing. I agree completely with you Erin.

[@loriw2661]

@@Bradimus1981 And the vast majority of them have NO experience with reptiles. Yet they’re the ones making the laws.

[@erinpassaretti3562]

@@NewEnglandReptile it's very true! And as a nurse, i have to comment on your "ADHD". I don't believe you have ADHD... not for a minute. I think you are driven by your passion. And i think when you venture into a situation where you're not utilizing your god given talent, you have some anxiety. You can tell there is something else needing your attention, more than some of the blog filmings or interviews. There is no way you could do what you do and have such crazy ADHD. Its passion! You're animal procedures and socialization techniques are proof of your solid ability to focus on what means the most to you. If you're not directly doing, giving, or making a positive impact... you panic a bit- because your passion is all you know and where your comfort is. My absolute goal in life is to find a man who looks at me with the same passion in his eyes, as Kevin does, when he is with his animals. 🤣

[@amyb5339]

@@erinpassaretti3562 Amen sister. Another nurse here. Kevin is HIGH energy with a brain that doesn't shut off.....ever. He's practically a reptile savant.

[@niki3590]

I hope these people realize how many people would have killed to be there with them for Kevin's presentation. 💜💜 You're doing amazing work Kevin, thank you for all you do!!!!

[@NewEnglandReptile]

Very kind! K

[@pattymullin8515]

My thoughts exactly. I was so envious!

[@jebVlogs556]

@@NewEnglandReptile love the video,and I hope senators and other Representatives See this video. Its very moving,educational and awed inspiring. These officers didn't show any fear, Curiosity Yes and this is to teach them if they Ever come across a situation like this. This is You,and Others one day Coming Full Circle,an you are spot on about the Turtle nesting sites being eaten by Raccoons/Possums etc them by smelling the Urine trails. No video I've seen online or TV tells me this fact. They only state either the Animal was hunger so it ate the eggs etc. But Nothing About Why it Sudden happened. You mentioned Snapping Turtles have Just About gone Extinct in Massachusetts, are they any groups they are trying to reintroduced those species back into the wild or their no hope for it RightNow?

[@elainembla]

The guy in the blue shirt in the back, he looks like he is a reptile lover, unfulfilled. I hope he gets one. That joy is not faked. Thank you Kevin! I didn’t know it was possible to move a turtle, I used a stick to push it. Thank you also for helping these animals at least have a chance at not getting a bullet. Have a great day everyone.

[@amandastakeonit7402]

The first lady as you go counter clockwise from him was the same, she was practically ready to touch them, she was down there smiling so huge, blue shirt guy too! Kevin should tour all police, and Fish and Game that he can get to. SO proud of him fo rgetting in there to educate them. If this bill passes, we will need educated, considerate and empathetic wildlife officers.

[@thepinkgoblinwhounpluggedy3726]

The lady when the second snake came out was super exited

[@lisablack9634]

Please take us along on other teaching sessions. This was wonderful. Thank you.

[@tribex11]

100% agree 👍👆

[@YoungReezy_1495]

Facts bro

[@RN-on4yn]

This is Kevin at his best! Just a wealth of Knowledge

[@axolotllan]

I love seeing the enthusiasm for his lesson too, blue sweater like yup hand me a turtle. Teacher Kevin is

[@suzannebaxter5629]

Kevin is great advocate and teacher. The wardens really started to interact and took picture. Way to go Kevin.

[@caughtafaygo]

I hope those people understand the value in the lesson they're getting from the best in the entire world. What an awesome class. Great stuff Kevin and ty for taking time to show our boys n blue how to properly handle these situations

[@karenc.9505]

I live in England and don't encounter these animals, but it is fascinating to watch you and learn about these amazing animals Thank you Kevin 🙂

[@danloke3511]

We do have reptiles in the UK, Grass snakes, Adders our only venomous snake, Smooth snakes, common lizards, sand lizards and sloworms. All UK reptiles are protected by law.

[@karenc.9505]

@@danloke3511 Hi 😌 yes I know we do I meant as in the venomous ones 😄 ..we have lots of 2 legged snakes over here though 😬😂😂

[@karenc.9505]

🙏🙏

[@danloke3511]

@@karenc.9505 there are some good places in the UK where you can find Adders though you can’t catch or hold them unless you have a license, same goes for all British reptiles.

[@lexyk9105]

Kevin sitting so calm while his baby is on the floor.... and then the officers are nervous as hell. 😂 love watching Kevin share his knowledge.

[@echofoxtrot2.051]

The one fellow pulled his feet back under his chair lol

[@harperk12]

The person in the plaid makes my heart so happy. Pure excitement on their face!

[@brightbkh07]

This is probably the best NERD video I’ve seen. I love watching Kevin getting to show off the animals and teach the law enforcement guys!

[@bkm2797]

Education is key, and Kevin is a natural. Really nice turnout, and a great opportunity for NH Wildlife Department. Community is what it's all about. Thanks for all you do!

[@FaixDxFlowright]

Doing presentations like this is amazing. For Fish & Game that might encounter these animals, but also for just anyone! When I was in elementary school, there was a local guy call the reptile man and he would give presentations to schools about reptiles. I know he made future reptile lovers and keepers out of many kids. Seeing the animals in person and learning about them really changes the public's perception

[@heatherhorton2547]

I wish we could spread this type of training around the country. This was so cool.

[@TheHeadown]

Imagine having Kevin himself come teach at your job about snakes. As good as it gets.

[@vickierichter7850]

It amazes me how people can look so disinterested until you bring out a Gaboon! It’s what got me totally appreciating snakes. And Kevin and others like him have helped me to love reptiles! The police officers are so lucky to have you.

[@kinshasa2001]

I wish I had seen this years ago. I tried to help a snapping turtle across the road. First attempt tried lifting the shell, I swear it jumped to try and bite me. Second attempt got my ice scraper out of the car to try to shove it off the road, it peed on me and bit at the ice scraper. After 15 minutes I was so dirty and muddy and the turtle was no where near the other side of the road so I managed to get it at least off the road and go home. So glad to know pulling it by the tail will not injure it and keep me away from the snap. Thank you for all the educational work you do. So many more people need to understand how to help our native species.

[@laurajackson2429]

Kevin was absolutely shining while teaching people about animal's.

[@thespacebehindmyeyes5110]

It's so great to see what education can do. From fidgeting and stressed to curious and bending down on the floor for a better view. 👍 Thank you, Kevin, for being an advocate for these guys. So many are killed simply from fear and ignorance. I love your passion, knowledge, and accessible way of explaining animal behavior. Nicely done, sir.

[@cindybell9859]

Kevin is so patient, as he talks to them, it may take as few minutes for them to except the information, but after that they were all really interested in what he showed them, and all of his excellent teaching methods. Hands on is so important to. Now they know how to move a snapping turtle in a safe way, and not cause any damage to the turtle. Fantastic idea to have him teach the officers such important information. He is a real legend to save animals, and get the information out, so no one has to kill or harm a snake.I really love all of you your videos. You have so much compassion, love, and respect for reptiles. 🐊🦎🐍🐢❤️Cindy

[@NewEnglandReptile]

Thank uuu !!!! K

[@IntrepidExotics]

Kevin is 90% of the reason my animals are as comfortable and easy to manage as they are, he shortened my learning curve with reptiles by leaps and bounds! So grateful for everything he has put out.

[@whyaddnamehere]

Kevin was in his element teaching them about reptiles!

[@tribex11]

My man in the blue is having the greatest time just smiling all the way through. So great to see, well done Kevin, love it 👏

[@amandastakeonit7402]

So was the one lady!

[@phhh5002]

Awesome to get an inside glimpse of the training the Fish & Game department people get in order to do the best possible job protecting and enabling the local wildlife to thrive :)

[@ginaritz1773]

Kevin you are honestly my superhero!!! I love that people are looking to you for education.

[@chrischristy1713]

Kevin is an effing boss way to teach the people so that they can handle situations any situation with calmness and care for themselves and the animal I'm telling you Kevin is the man

[@allgodsarefake6044]

Saving millions of animals by do this thanks Kevin

[@TheHaeli]

This is precious. I love how excited everyone looked, taking pictures and smiling

[@angela2389]

I wish we could of seen the entire class. This was captivating.

[@AVspectre]

Yeah, it’s really fascinating. I would be interested in as much of this content as is available… more of this class, similar presentations to other such groups… I love how this one is aimed at having the people who are expected to walk into these situations confidently and knowledgeably getting the info and experience they need to better do that and ensure a better outcome for all involved.

[@timfoil2319]

I would pay to be sitting in that room.That was amazing. Great work! And to be honest it was funny watching those cops legitimately uneasy if not down right scared of that first rattle snake. Lol than when you said “who wants to play with it” lol priceless!

[@funnyball7486]

i was so hoping this would come out as a full video! it did not disappoint, i really loved this. especially everyone's face's lol some we're loving it and some looked very concerned.

[@kleague41]

This was so wonderful to watch, and you can see on their faces how interested they are!! Such a shame not more of the classes are taught!!

[@scottcarlin8889]

The world is lucky to have you a part of it brother

[@littlebit6033]

Thanks kevin for doing this. As a NH resident I appreciate it. But how about giving the state some credit for actually putting on this class and having fish and game attend. Kudos yall. Thanks. Ps Can always call me too. Lil bit tlc 603

[@jennifermelvin8038]

Absolutely LOVE this video!!! Wish it was longer!! Would like to see Kevin’s whole session with them!! Kevin is in his element teaching people!! He is simply the best human being!🧡

[@tracykrol83]

I absolutely love KEVIN HE IS SUCH A BLESSING TOO THE REPTILE COMMUNITY .. most are uneducated or undereducated about such animals and they kill them out of fear ! I will say this my son is a huge reptile fan . He moved back to Atlanta too be able to keep some of the reptiles Massachusetts will not allow u to own heck I still live in MASSACHUSETTS AND MY POOR HUSKY HAS MADE IT TO THE NAUGHTY LIST OF DANGEROUS ! I ALWAYS TAUGHT MY KIDS IF U DONT KNOW LEAVE IT ALONE . KEVIN LOVES ANIMALS SO MUCH HE TELLS U HOW IT IS ..FROM THE ANIMALS PERSPECTIVE AND GETS HATE FOR IT .. KEVIN KEEP DOING YOUR AMAZING WORK !!!! 💜 LOTS OF LOVE

[@marcellacruser951]

This was a pleasure to watch. :) It was nice to see the officers warm up to the animals, and the tegu was certainly a big hit! Great job, Kevin!

[@sandyhoofman1957]

I am just am amazed at Kevin !!! He is just and awesome Animal Advocate of all Species. And his knowledge is endless !!! I’m so proud he is my baby daddy of my snake Zahlia! Thank you Kevin !!! Our daughter is beautiful and she has your eyes….lol !!!

[@NewEnglandReptile]

Thank you !!!!!! K

[@billh1491]

Wow Kevin. Your ability to bring in people with the words you speak is just amazing. It seemed that even tho everyone of the guys and gals were terrified they were taking in everything that you were saying. Might just be because of the fear they have they want to make sure they listen very closely to 1 guy that's dome so much in this community. Your awesome buddy don't ever stop you doing you.

[@CarsonsChannel]

You're a great teacher Kevin! I have a really short attention span and I was engaged the whole time. Just wish it was longer lol

[@amyb5339]

Absolutely necessary to thriving specimens when lay persons come into contact. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge Kevin. I learn something every time.

[@SomeOne-zw6kh]

That be me at 2:26 on the left lol. I used to be TERRIFIED of snakes, couldn't even watch them on television without my legs getting all numb and tingly from fear. Everyone always told me learning more about them would make them less scary, but when you're looking at something, and all you can think about is how scared you are for no good reason, not only is it a mindF, but it makes it so I can't even think. I can't even begin to tell people how much these pet tube channels have helped me, specifically the snake ones, obviously. I started with more kid friendly videos, and now I'm here! I went into a pet store the other day to get some stuff for my grandma's bird, and I wanted to see if my fear was as bad in person, because I've only been getting comfortable via videos. I went upstairs, and found one of the cutest ball pythons I've ever seen. I don't think I'm at a spot where I'd be able to interact physically just yet, but it's amazing what education can do. I owe it all to the people that put their amazing snake care/ info on here.

[@ninewectawski1935]

Awwe, this was cute and educational. These grown men and ladies were like kids at a reptile zoo. That first snake, the dark rattlesnake was an absolute beauty.

[@amandastakeonit7402]

I love reptiles, have snakes and liazards, watch vidoes and read book and still every time I encounter a new reptile, I am like a kid at a reptile show!

[@MrsPapus]

Love love love this video!!! Wish we could see the whole presentation! Love how the audience gets from terrified (except this one lady 😂) to genuinely excited.

[@shamrockinit8747]

Could watch all day-loved the gal who was so in to it! Great job Kevin!

[@Ksane]

It’s OUR Kevin! I feel like a proud parent at a Christmas play ❤️

[@tacticalveterinarian]

Great job Kevin and the NERD team! Keep inspiring and educating!!!

[@sherrybrzeczka7966]

I love this!!! I wish I was there!!! Thanks for sharing this with us!!!

[@Carolyncy]

Thank you Kevin for taking the time to educate others. It sure will save a lot of animals/reptiles lives. I love what you do for animals and people. You have a good heart and animals/reptiles know it. Love you Kevin for who you are and what you do.

[@Ravenrodriguez-e6k]

I love that kevin shares his knowledge with fish and game while at the same time advocating for the animals!!!!!!

[@ferrisulf]

This may be one of my fav of your videos yet. Kevin is such a good teacher. I love to hear him giving instruction and information on the animals. You could see the people becoming more and more curious and willing to interact with the animals as the presentation went on. I would have watched the whole unedited thing ^_^

[@lunaokittens9574]

Kevin is 1 of the best in our field... I just wish he had told them about the difference between a dry bite & the copper taste you get when the venom hits your system. Some people have no clue about it... Another great vid, Kev!... 👍...

[@DamaLiam]

As a born and raised New Hampshire resident this is awesome to see. I’ve always liked our fish and game dept out here and it makes me feel even better knowing they have Kevin teaching them. Thanks for everything you guys do for our beautiful state!

[@spotsandstripes2]

Excellent video!!!, I felt like I was on the course. I understand that it’s been trimmed down to make it more digestible for KZbin but I’d love to see the full length uncut version.

[@amandastakeonit7402]

Maybe they can release it to the patreons.

[@shyahshyahshyah]

Very captivating! I admire the way your enthusiasm is apparent and you display a measured confidence and respect for reptiles. They were so calm, despite the strange humans looming over them in that strange place. There's no way you didn't save some reptile lives by providing a rationale infused education on the true nature of reptiles and how to help move them. Nice work expert, per usual, you did a great job representin'.... got'ta get me some merch!

[@NewEnglandReptile]

Very kind! K

[@hollyrothera]

This!!! This is literally what it's all about!! Thankyou Kevin you absolute legend!!!

[@jessicasance2357]

It’s awesome watching you do this Kevin! You do such a good job teaching people to love reptiles.

[@RavensWillReplaceUs]

It breaks my heart to think of what the Lacey Act included in America Competes will do to destroy educational and preservation programs.... Thank you NERD for all you do.

[@jenn1234]

This was an awesome video! As someone else said, it was nice to see people go from being kind of disinterested to being really inquisitive about the gaboon viper! Beautiful snake by the way! I hope those people learned a lot from you Kevin. The more a person knows, the better things are. Giving them the real live animal to look at and learn what to do and not to do is so so important. You guys are awesome! 😄💙🐬🐊

[@amandastakeonit7402]

Fear is ignorance, once we are informed we are armed with that knowledge and we have respect instead of fear, being cautious shows maturity and responsibility so that creates a safe zone for each animal (people included).

[@Aishala]

It's amazing to see fish and game utilizing the knowledge of someone like Kevin. I'm glad Kevin had the opportunity to help keep wild reptiles a little safer through his education of the local authorities.

[@shannonbailey342]

Absolutely incredible!! I knew of schools and groups doing these types of learning program. But absolutely awsome to see fish n wildlife learning more about their passion!! Hats off to you Kevin this was incredible to see. They are definitely learning from the best! Thank you!!

[@wolfguardian2007]

I wish you posted more footage! This was so interesting! I really enjoyed it. Kevin has a really awesome presence and I really enjoy watching his teaching.

[@trentforrester4414]

Best part of the hobbie. Passing your knowledge on to others and helping people feel more comftorble with the animals. Awesome vid

[@lucywilkinson6045]

Wish we could have seen the full session, i was enjoying that, love how confident kevin is doing these sessions

[@AVspectre]

This is such a valuable experience for those officers. It’s hard to best respond with species you don’t interact with. Thank you for giving them that experience, the information, and the context. You are helping them stay safe, keep the public safe, and ALSO keep the animal safe.

[@bluedeva]

Great work Kevin, this will not only save so many animals but it also supports all the hard work of conservation and calm the fears so that people aren’t so quick to say that there should be a ban on certain types of animals or even worse confiscate them 🙌🏻

[@Kiisseli1]

At first they were sitting on their chairs rigidly but soon gathering on the floor to see better. I loved it, only wish the video been longer.

[@Leepbby]

This is the BEST Video!!!! Absolutely LOVE that Kevin is Educating Fish & Game .... The more that EVERYONE understands these animals the less likely they are to Hunt them down & hurt them.... Excellent!!!!!! Thank you so much for All that you do ❤❤🐍🐊🐢🦎🕷🦉

[@tinareaves958]

Kevin knows that educating others will help with their fears. He always knows how to explain something so we reg people lol can understand it. Ty Kevin for everything. U r awesome.💪🙏🙏💞

[@NewEnglandReptile]

Appreciated! K

[@powerfulddp5521]

Kevin always leading the way

[@beverlyhess611]

This is an amazing video! I’d love to be able to see your animals up close! What a great informative class to be able to sit in on! Thanks for sharing your animals and your knowledge!

[@erikhendrickson59]

Now THAT'S what I call a good at work. These guys all looked nervous at first but they were all smiles and on their feet as soon as that Gaboon came out. What a fucking AMAZING animal.

[@cher1894]

Thoroughly enjoyed this video & loved hearing Kevin share his passion, knowledge & expertise with Law Enforcement. Your a good teacher/speaker Kevin & I could have listened to you talk for so much longer. Thank you for sharing.

[@NewEnglandReptile]

Thank you ! K

[@lalloligyst718]

Prof. Kev in full effect! Highly informative for the community.

[@powdereduniverse9822]

Man you do such an impressive job in showing how to look at these animals from different angle!

[@kyleerosee3]

Hell yes..love seeing this. You can see them going fom nervous to like alright this isnt that bad. Proud of you kevin. That bullshit law. This needs to be shared EVERYWHERE. So they can see they are wrong. Sending you love guys. Kevin this is so cool very very proud. Hope you guys are staying warm insane how they stay okay through the winter. Im not even sure of if there is any around here it gets so cold in the winter. I know we have big ass pine snakes though here in the UP. LOVE YOU GUYS.

[@Stksmitty]

Thank you for who you are and everything you do Kev. Things like this are what we need to save this hobby. Proper outreach and education goes so far

[@jodiedwards2634]

Dang Kevin. That was super interesting. I want to see the whole training session! More, please. Good vlog today. Thanks for sharing.

[@travisduarte4236]

That snapping turtles' temperament is amazing.

[@nightc0red]

Man, as someone applying for graduate school for herps/conservation, I can only hope that someday I can get in front of a room of people and be eloquent enough to get the message across like Kevin without being absolutely terrified. Thank you for doing this & I hope more states do it, too. Conservation starts at home/in the community.

[@fireinateacup89]

I would have watched the whole program if you put it up here. Kevin is my hero for the way he teaches respect and connection with widely feared animals. He's definitely impacted my own views, too. (Working on my understanding of snapping turtles at present, as they are in my area and I am currently terrified of them!) Glad Kevin is getting this knowledge out there where it's needed most! It is hilarious though to see how the men are leaning away from the animals while the women are literally going toward them. I wonder if men tend to be more distrusting of reptiles because they're the ones who defended the tribes from dangerous animals in our evolutionary history....

[@Aemirys]

Love seeing Kevin in his element!

[@jbirtk9]

I could watch videos like this all the time, love them.

[@wheezyvettech8781]

This was wonderful!! Thank you NERD for all you do to educate and spread the passion of reptiles! I would have been honored to be in that room 😀

[@59snitt]

Kevin you definitely ROCK!

[@jennifermatthews4474]

You are an amazing teacher and animal ambassador! Thank you Kevin for all you do the help save animals and educate people on their care. You are amazing sending much love ❤️

[@darshnarach8889]

@evilmorphegod, kevin this was epic, wish we could watch the whole session...

[@wendyporter1093]

Such an awesome educational experience for law enforcement!! Thanks so much for doing this! I especially love how you shared how to handle the reptiles without inadvertently hurting them. Bravo!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@belleaf8953]

I honestly just want to soak up every bit of knowledge Kevin has, hes so passionate that it spreads! i wanna know everything about reptiles!! :D

[@loriw2661]

Such valuable information. And law enforcement gets many of the calls about snakes that should go to a wildlife expert so they should know how to handle them. Hopefully this will prevent the injury or the death of some of these amazing reptiles. That Gaboon is huge. And gorgeous!!🐍❤️🐍

[@highwaylover389]

As always I love what you do for the community. Your abundance of knowledge and willingness to share it is above anyone else in the reptile world. Thanks

[@v-vettavetta]

I love this so much, so many people hate snakes and reptiles just for existing. It’s so nice seeing the education and understanding for these creatures.

[@nicolesnaturalpath8010]

I love seeing Kevin's passion and education in action like this! Doing amazing work you guys 😊

[@persephone2706]

_Knowledge dispels fear._ This was pretty awesome to watch. They're very lucky to have someone as skilled and knowledgeable as Kevin teaching them the basics. You could practically see them all get drawn in and really become interested in what was being taught. Kevin has so many talents, public speaking is definitely another one. Just further solidifying his place as an E̶v̶i̶l̶ Genius Morph God amongst us mortals!

[@mojoxide]

Oh man, you’re made for this - such a blast to see the absolute glee and fascination on all the officers’ faces!

[@sabby6237]

Kevin is amazing!! He's so knowledgeable on animals. He's the Steve Irwin of my younger days!! A true legend....

[@NewEnglandReptile]

Very kind!

[@ProffesionalZombie12]

So cool to watch Kevin teaching 💙