The Python Hunt
Listen Now: The Python Hunt
Florida is trying to get rid of an invasive species, and anyone can apply for the job. I’m Brian Banmiller on Business.
Florida governor Ron Desantis recently announced the state’s annual prize-winning hunt for Burmese pythons in the Florida everglades is a go. Set to begin on august 5th, the event usually draws hundreds of people from across the country. Last year, Desantis said more than 600 people from 25 states participated. To get your snake wrangling on, you must register online to participate and complete a training course. The hunt will last a few weeks and could be worth your time. Prizes include $2,500 for the most pythons captured and $1,500 for the longest snake. Last year, the first prize winner caught more than 200 pythons and the longest snake caught was more than 15 feet long. All snakes must be killed humanely. This year the state budget includes $3 million for the hunt. That includes sensors that can locate hard-to-see snakes in the wild. So, if you want to make some extra cash, and help preserve the everglades, go hunting. Brian Banmiller, CBS News.
About Brian
CBS News Radio national business journalist Brian Banmiller has spent more than 40 years in the news industry, covering business, politics and the economy on television, radio and in print. Currently, his “Banmiller on Business” reports are delivered to an audience of millions nationwide.
Popular Reports, Articles & Videos
Latest CBS Radio Reports
Top Articles
Top Videos
Brian's diverse experience and unique perspectives combine with his pleasant and personal manner to engage audiences on many levels. From his days as an Air Force squadron commander to his long career as a business journalist, commentator and public speaker, Brian's approach to speaking and presentation is thought-provoking, inspirational and creative.
"The Technology Tornado: Media & Communications in the Modern Era"
See highlights from Brian's recent Ernst & Young "Continuing Education Conference" speech and hear directly from conference attendees.
Phoenix Convention Center
August 28th, 2019
Additional speech samples / videos are available upon request. Contact Brian to learn more.
