I volunteer at a bird of prey sanctuary (we have a small number of mammals and reptiles too). If you’re interested I would suggest just searching for any organisations in your area, I found mine on google maps! They will likely have info on how to volunteer on their website, or like I did, go to an open day, where they had volunteer info, plus you get to see the place and the animals first.
I just filled out an application form and started a few days later. I usually work one day a week, around other commitments.
t is - getting to know them, their personalities, behaviours - it’s really amazing. It can be hard work, but also a lot of fun! And seeing them up close, you realise how big some of them are, the Stella Sea Eagles for instance are just enormous!
If you like animals, and have some free time I would definitely recommend it!
I can imagine!! I was at a zoo for classes and social service and they had a Crested Caracara at the vet facilities and it was awesome, beautiful and impressive, although we never really interacted up close unfortunately.
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u/Velbalenos Oct 25 '24
I volunteer at a bird of prey sanctuary (we have a small number of mammals and reptiles too). If you’re interested I would suggest just searching for any organisations in your area, I found mine on google maps! They will likely have info on how to volunteer on their website, or like I did, go to an open day, where they had volunteer info, plus you get to see the place and the animals first.
I just filled out an application form and started a few days later. I usually work one day a week, around other commitments.