RALEIGH, N.C. -- Lovers of all things reptiles and amphibians are in major luck this weekend.  From frogs and toads to snakes and salamanders, you can certainly get your fix at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences.

• The free 25^th annual Free Reptile and Amphibian Day takes place Saturday, March 16 from 9am- 5pm
• The educational experience is for people of all ages and will be focused around toads this year, exploring their history, makeup, range and even myths involved with the creatures
• For more information, visit their the museum’s website

The largest of its kind in the entire country, the free 25^th annual Free Reptile and Amphibian Day takes place Saturday, March 16 from 9am- 5pm. Featuring lizards, snakes, crocodiles, salamanders and turtles, just to name a few, visitors can get up close and personal with some incredible reptiles and amphibians from around the world.

The educational experience is for people of all ages and will be focused around toads this year, exploring their history, makeup, range and even myths involved with the creatures. Filling all the museum floors, dozens of exhibitors and herpetology experts will offer information on a wide range of topics including conservation efforts and veterinary care. Kids will also be able to take part in special arts and crafts and games. For more information, visit their the museum’s website.

Hugo Romero-Sanchez of the North Carolina Museum of Natural Science, sat down with Spectrum News anchor Caroline Blair for a preview of the festival.