Spring Repticon Recap: Raleigh vs. Kissimmee and Perfect Shipping Weather

In this episode of Reptilium Insider, Michael Arnold checks in from Repticon Kissimmee while Lydia Wolfe reports back from Repticon Raleigh after a jam‑packed March weekend of shows. They compare the two expos—crowds, vendor vibes, standout animals, and how each venue shapes the experience—while giving listeners a feel for what it’s like on the ground at these busy Southeastern reptile hubs. Then the conversation turns to the weather as spring finally starts nudging temperatures up across the Southeast. Michael and Lydia break down why this shoulder season is their favorite time of year for shipping both feeder insects and reptiles: fewer temperature extremes, less reliance on heat or cold packs, reduced DOA risk, and smoother trips for animals moving between breeders, expos, and new homes. Whether you vend, ship, or just shop the shows, this episode connects the energy of a big Repticon weekend with the practical side of getting animals and feeders from point A to point B safely.