
Turn “EEK!” into “AWW!” for Snakes!
Advocates for Snake Preservation makes snakes more familiar, less scary, and coexistence with venomous snakes safer.
Let’s give everyone the opportunity to learn to love snakes.
Ring-Necked Snake (Diadophis punctatus)
We envision a world where ALL are respected and appreciated instead of feared and hated.
Why Snakes?
You probably grew up hearing stories about snakes, stories that rarely had nice things to say about them. From the biblical tale of the Garden of Eden to the modern story of Harry Potter, snakes are usually portrayed as deceitful and villainous. Real snakes prefer to escape our notice, so myths and fables supply what most people know about them. Consequently, misunderstanding and fear eclipse appreciation of these mysterious and intriguing animals (read more).
What We Do
We give everyone the opportunity to learn to love snakes. Learn more.
- We provide solutions to human-snake conflicts that sometimes end badly for people and often prove fatal for snakes.
- We use storytelling to make snakes more familiar and less scary.
- We recommend yard and human behavior modifications to make coexistence with venomous snakes safer.
- Learn about our Local Services.
ASP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Find out how to support our work.
Rattlesnakes are Awesome Moms!
Learn more about this fascinating behavior
Learn About Snakes
Read about social behavior, watch videos of rattlesnakes defending their babies, or learn about other interesting snake behaviors.


