Linda and Fauna First Aid recently helped the kids at Trinity Pre-School go a little wild.

In the last school term of 2005, 20 eager kids at Trinity were keen to take a walk on the wild side.

In the fun filled program Linda shared stories of some of the native animals that have been in her care over the 6 years she's been a wildlife carer.

There was also a "take a wild guess" competition using the wonderful native animal soft toys that were donated to the program by the Australian Geographic Society and Mink Plush (a Division of TomFoolery Holdings Pty Ltd).

Bookmarks featuring native animals were given as prizes.

During the competition Linda also displayed how to properly handle a native animal so that the handler and the animal are not injured. She also advised what the "nasty bits" are in each animal species, such as claws and teeth (and in the male Platypuses case - the poisonous spurs!).

The hour long presentation had the Trinity kids transfixed and keen to learn more. "What to do with a Wiggling Wombat" was also eagerly received.

This mini-manual, which details correct handling technique, was distributed to all students for them to take home and share with their families.

The Fauna First Aid program is not only fun for participants but also educational and in the long run our precious native animals will benefit from Linda's knowledge sharing.

The more the community knows about rescuing and providing short term care for native animals the better. And in the end, from a combined community effort, there will be more animals that are received into care and rehabilitated by experienced wildlife carers, resulting in more animals being returned to the bush…… which is exactly where they belong.

If you would like to book a Fauna First Aid session for your school or community group please contact Linda at linda@fourthcrossingwildlife.com.