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Brisbane Snake Handling Course August 19th
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Due to popular demand we will be having another venomous snake handling course on the 19th August 2019, this single day is the conclusion of the online training for the theory. You MUST complete the online training separately ($250) and then attend this course to achieve competency.You will cover the practical activity of identification of reptiles using [...]
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Townsville Practical Training
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Snakehandler are regular visitors to Townsville, this year we have two venomous snake handling courses planned for the region. Both to be held in Townsville. One on the 30th April, the second on the 15th October.The practical handling course will take you through all the skills and knowledge required to satisfy the requirements to apply [...]
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Brisbane Practical Handling Course
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On March 5th we will be running the practical component of our venomous snake handing course in Brisbane. We have located a wonderful looking Scout Hall just 10km from the CBD and we look forward to meeting all the people wanting to learn how to catch and relocate snakes safely.Our courses are the only courses [...]
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Snakes in the city
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A common misconception is that snakes are a rural issue, not one for suburbia, this couldn't be further from the truth. With a higher population, more access to hide spots and food around because of human habitation, snakes are very common in all parts of Australia. Over the summer we have been very busy catching [...]
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Its hot....damn hot!!
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With this extreme heat around Australia its important to remember our wildlife don't like the heat either, not even the reptiles. During extreme heat it is important to put out fresh water every few hours for the animals, in the shade.Sometimes animals will seek the shelter of our houses and garages for cooler places, this [...]
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