Fauna First Aid is a wildlife lecture program that Linda established in 2004. The lectures are aimed at veterinary nurse students, schools and community groups.

 

There are two components to the program. The first component (and the reason Fauna First Aid was initially developed) is directed at vet nurse students. This is a comprehensive program that teaches students how to manage native animals in a veterinary care situation. The lecture includes topics such as handling technique, housing and appropriate diet.

 

The second component of Fauna First Aid comprises of two lecture programs- school groups (or other children's groups, such as Girl Guides) and community groups. The school group program teaches children the dangers of handling native animals and advises what an adult (such as Mum or Dad) can do to help rescue a native animal and provides information for short term care periods. The second program that is directed at community groups encourages the public to be actively involved in rescuing native animals in distress and teaches rescue technique, initial first aid and short term care tips.

 

Fourth Crossing Wildlife is incredibly proud to announce that as from June 2005 the Australian Geographic Society is sponsoring the Fauna First Aid lectures.

 

Linda could not be more honored to receive sponsorship and thanks the Australian Geographic Society from the bottom of her heart. The donations and sponsorship will help Linda teach the public - adults and children alike - how to correctly handle native animals that have been injured or are in distress which will help prevent the animal and the handler from be injured during contact.

 

If you are interested in learning more about the Fauna First Aid lectures, or would like to book a session then please email Linda at linda@fourthcrossingwildlife.com.