OHPARC is an all volunteer network led by two Co-Chairs and an Advisory Board. Learn more about OHPARC’s leadership here.
Guidelines for the structure and operation of OHPARC were adopted on 5 April 2017 and are available here.
A Unique Conservation Network
- PARC includes all reptiles and amphibians
- PARC is habitat focused
- PARC includes all individuals, organizations, and agencies that have an interest in reptile and amphibian conservation
- PARC focuses on endangered and threatened species and keeping common native species common
PARC is
- A diverse group of like-minded citizens, professionals, and organizations
- An open forum for discussing herpetofaunal conservation
- A national and international conservation network
- A resource for everyone who values herpetofauna and their habitats
- Based on local, regional, and national efforts
- An advocate of inclusive reptile and amphibian conservation
PARC is not
- A competitor
- A funding organization
- A policy maker