05/22/2026
Ever wanted to hunt pythons? Well now's your chance!
The annual python removal competition is a public initiative dedicated to raising awareness about invasive species and providing opportunities for the public to get involved in protecting the Everglades ecosystem by removing invasive Burmese pythons.
The 2026 Florida Python Challenge™ dates are Friday, July 10 from 12:01 p.m. to Sunday, July 19 at 5 p.m.
To participate and learn more:
👉 Register and complete required training via the official Florida Python Challenge™ website: https://flpythonchallenge.org/
👉 Review Everglades National Park-specific information, rules, and orientation: https://www.nps.gov/ever/learn/nature/florida-python-challenge-in-everglades-national-park.htm