Description
Adopt Kernel!
Kernel is a yellow-colored corn snake who came to Grandfather Mountain in September of 2025 when she was about 10 years old. Corn snakes live for about 20 years in captivity so Kernel will live out the second half of her life as an Ambassador Animal at Grandfather Mountain.
Kernel lives behind the scenes at Yonni’s Clubhouse and enjoys curling up in her bedding that is a combination of dirt and aspen. Despite her love for burrowing, she is still a very curious corn snake and can be found flicking her tongue to pick up scents that help her take in her surroundings and investigate what is going on around her.
When she is not in her tank, Kernel can be seen out and about with a keeper, educating the public about snakes. She enjoys this time out in the sun and warm weather where there are many sights and scents to take in. She often becomes very energized and active after participating in an educational talk with guests.
Adopt at any level and know your animal – and you – will be well cared for. Celebrating a birthday or special occasion? Adoptions make great gifts, too.
$25 Level
Includes:
– Certificate of adoption
– 5×7 photograph with description of adopted animal
– Grandfather Mountain eNewsletter subscription
$50 Level
Includes everything from the $25 level, plus:
– Animal Footprint Painting
– Photo upgrade: 8×10 photograph
$100 Level
Includes everything from the $50 level, plus:
– Plush of Adopted Animal
– 2 adult day passes to the park
$250 Level
Includes everything from the $100 level, plus:
– Pass upgrade: 4 adult day passes to the park instead of 2
$500 Level
Includes everything from the $250 level, plus:
– Pass upgrade: 6 adult day passes to the park instead of 4
– Behind-the-scenes group tour for 6 and a visit with your animal
$1,000 Level
Includes everything from the $500 level, plus:
– 2 Personalized videos of your adopted animal sent to you during the year
Benefit Level / Tax Deductible Amount
$25 / $23.12
$50 / $46.62
$100 / $17.64
$250 / $97.64
$500 / $67.64
$1,000 / $567.64
