Venom conference brings experts to Columbus Zoo: Essential tips for surviving a snakebite

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and the Asclepius Snakebite Foundation (ASF), a global nonprofit dedicated to saving the "limbs and lives" of snakebite victims, are partnering to host the Columbus Venom Conference.

According to the ASF website, this will be its first conference held at the zoo. Twelve experts are scheduled to provide a full day's worth of information and insights on Friday, Sept. 6, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is open to the public both in-person and virtually.