WILDLIFE REHABILITATION COURSES 2008

SanWild is proud to bring you the following wildlife rehabilitation training courses with internationally recognised wildlife rehabilitator, Karen Trendler. Please book in advance as participation is limited to 10 people only.

Please click on her photograph to see of copy of her most recent CV.

What is included?

• Comprehensive course manuals and certificates
• Shared accommodation in luxury safari style tents with on-suite bathrooms
• All meals and soft drinks
• Game drives and ranger trails at SanWild
• Visit to rehabilitation centre and large predator holding facility.
• T-Shirt and peak cap
• Discount will be given for participation in more than one course

COURSE 1:

Introduction to the principles and ethics of wildlife rehabilitation

Course Duration: 1 and a half days

Available Course Dates:

• 25th & 26th August 2008

This course will cover a general introduction to the underlying principles of wildlife rehabilitation (including the principles and ethics of euthanasia, rescue, rearing, convalescence and release). The course will give participants a good all round basic introduction that can be applied to all species all over the world.

The course is suitable for conservation and welfare staff, rehabilitators and volunteers.

Costs: R1850.00 per person

• Accommodation included for the evening of the 25th March and 26th August, all meals and soft drinks. One game drive.

• Only 8 places left

• Booking deposits of 50%, balance 4 weeks prior to course commencement. Deposit not refundable.

COURSE 2:

Wildlife response and first aid:

Course duration: 2 Days

Course Dates:

• 27th & 28th August 2008

This course will be an intensive introduction to rescue and response, including some capture and handling hints; with reference to different groups and species; common wildlife emergencies recognition, symptoms, treatment and handling. Basic first aid and primary care.

It will be a very practical course for people directly involved in rehabilitation and response, animal nurses, welfare officers and conservation field staff. Also suitable for zoo and capture personnel.

Costs: R 2 950.00 per person

• Accommodation included for the evening of 27th & 28th August, all meals and soft drinks. One game drive. One Ranger trail.

• Only 8 places left.

• Booking deposits of 50%, balance 4 weeks prior to course commencement. Deposit not refundable.


COURSE 3:

Hand raising wild mammals

Course duration: 2 days

Course Dates:

• 29th & 30th August 2008

This course will be a comprehensive introduction to the hand raising of mammals; including neonatal considerations, small mammals, carnivores, herbivores and rhino and elephant. Rearing techniques, diets and milk replacement formulations, weaning and common health problems.

Costs: R2 950 per person

• Accommodation included for the evening of the 29th & 30th August, all meals and soft drinks. One game drive. One Ranger trail.

• Only 8 places left.

• Booking deposits of 50%, balance 4 weeks prior to course commencement. Deposit not refundable.

COURSE 4:

An introduction to oil spill response ....washing oily birds.

Course duration: 1 day quick-course

Course Dates:

• 31st August 2008 

Washing oiled birds requires a specialized knowledge of water birds , their husbandry and waterproofing.

Course is suitable for all conservation, animal welfare, zoo and rehabilitation staff and volunteers.

Costs: R 1650.00 per person

• Accommodation included for the evening of the 31st March and 31st August, all meals and soft drinks. One game drive.

• Only 10 Participants per course.

• Booking deposits of 50%, balance 4 weeks prior to course commencement. Deposit not refundable.


COURSE 5:

Bird Rehabilitation and hand raising

Rescue, rearing, nursing and rehab techniques.

Course duration: 3 days

Participants can choose to do all three or just select which type of birds they would like to learn more about.

Course Dates:

• 4 June 2008 Garden Birds
• 5 June 2008 Raptors
• 6 June 2008 Water Birds

Costs: R1650.00 per person per course.

If you do all 3 courses a 10% discount will apply on the total price.

• Accommodation included for the evening of the 4th, 5th or 6th June or all three nights depending if you choose to do one or all 3 course segments on bird rehabilitation.

• Only 10 Participants per course.

• Booking deposits of 50%, balance 4 weeks prior to course commencement. Deposit not refundable.

For further information and to book your course please email us on volunteers@sanwild.org with the course number/s you would like to attend.