Wildlife Incursions

Young children learn through their senses, and there's nothing quite like the wonder on a four-year-old's face when they gently touch a blue-tongue lizard for the first time.

Our 30-60 minute sessions are designed for early learners - hands on, interactive, and paced for short attention spans.

One of our presenters guides children through meeting 8-10 native animals in a safe, calm environment. No rushing, no crowds, just that magic moment when a child who was nervous about the snake ends up asking if they can hold it!

We've worked with hundreds of early learning centres, and we know that some children will be cautious, some will be fearless, and all of them will have questions. Our presenters are patient and genuinely skilled at meeting each child where they are - whether that's across the room or holding a python by the end.

What This Gives You:

Beyond the immediate joy (and the photos that parents love), you're planting seeds. That child who connects with a bearded dragon today might start noticing lizards in their garden tomorrow. The one who was scared of snakes but touched one anyway has just learned something about courage and challenging assumptions.

These are the baby steps toward a deeper understanding of their place in nature. We're not expecting four-year-olds to become conservationists - we're trusting that curiosity, once sparked, has its own momentum.

Practical Details:

• 30-60 minute sessions

• Up to 30 children per session

• 8-10 native animals featured

• Safe, age-appropriate handling

• We can come to you; anywhere in South Australia

We align with the South Australian curriculum from R-12, covering biodiversity, adaptations, life cycles, ecology, conservation, threatened species, and classifications. But here's what really matters: your students won't just learn about these topics - they'll feel them.

Each 60 minute session features 8 - 10 native animals; feathery, scaly, and fluffy species that students can interact with safely.

One of our experienced presenters leads the session, tailoring it to your class's specific needs and year level. Whether it's primary students discovering basic adaptations or Year 12s exploring complex ecological relationships, we meet them where they are.

What Teachers Tell Us:

After nearly 20 years of school incursions, we hear the same thing: "The kids were completely engaged!" Not performing engagement, not waiting for the next thing - actually present. That's worth something when you're trying to build genuine understanding, not just tick curriculum boxes.

We can extend beyond the curriculum too. Maybe you want to dive deeper into threatened species, or focus specifically on local wildlife, or explore how students can help in their own backyards. We're flexible because every class is different, and you know your students best.

Practical Details:

• 60 minute sessions

• Up to 30 students per session

• Curriculum-aligned for R-12

• Can be customised to your class needs

• We can come to you; anywhere in South Australia

Bring the wonders of Australian wildlife into your library with an interactive 60 minute animal incursion! Each session features 8–10 native animals, including feathery, scaly, and fluffy species, all presented in a safe and respectful environment.

Led by one of our experienced wildlife presenters, the session can be tailored to suit your library space and audience age group. Presenters share fun facts, conservation messages, and stories that spark curiosity and encourage meaningful connections with nature.

Our incursions are designed to be inclusive, engaging, and memorable, making them ideal for school holiday programs and special events.

Practical Details:

• 60 minute sessions

• Up to 30 children per session

• Can be customised to your needs

• We can come to you; anywhere in South Australia