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Snake Safety Seminar at Byron Bay Wildlife Sanctuary

Tuesday, 27 February 2024

Time: 10am

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The Byron Bay Wildlife Sanctuary’s Snake Safety Awareness Seminars provides both individuals and corporate groups a 2.5-hour educational seminar on Australia’s venomous snake species, how to prevent snake bites and correct first aid techniques.

All sessions are run by experienced venomous snake handlers who are highly trained in snake identification and emergency procedures for bites.

As experts in their fields, our expert staff deliver the Byron Bay Wildlife Sanctuary’s snake safety awareness message to a wide audience through countless media appearances, educational talks, and seminars.

Tickets to this seminar also include entry to the Sanctuary before and after, allowing you to enjoy the park after the seminar ends.

Each seminar covers:
▪️Overview of Australia’s venomous snake species
▪️Snake habitats
▪️Venomous snake behaviour
▪️Camouflage techniques used by venomous snakes
▪️How snakes react to disturbance and defensive responses
▪️Assessment of a specific site and advice on possible risk areas (if required)
▪️Breeding and other peak activity periods
▪️What to do if confronted by an angry snake
▪️First aid techniques – what to do if bitten
▪️Symptoms of a snake bite
▪️Live snake demonstration and experience

This program is also available as an external where the Keepers can come to your place of work. Please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for a quote.

Age 16+

Limit 20 per class and bookings are essential BOOK HERE 

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