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Sanctuary Rangers (9-12 year olds)

Discover Nature, Culture and Conservation

Let your child experience the wild side of the school holidays with our newly revamped program. Each day is different and packed with hands-on, fun learning. In the past participants have enjoyed Boomerang painting, creating enrichment activities for Tasmanian Devils, designing habitats for Parrots, as well as observing expert training sessions and discovering the deep connection between nature and First Nations Peoples. No two days are the same, and there will be plenty of time to meet some of the incredible animal ambassadors that call Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary home.

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Please note, individual program activities are subject to change due to the nature of working with animals.

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FAQs

When and where should I drop off my child?

Drop off is at 8.15am at the Village Green, to the left of the main entrance. 

Insight into Zookeeping (Teens) - Program starts at 8.15am, registration starts at 8am at the Village Green

When and where should I pick up my child?

Junior Rangers (5-8 year olds) Pick up is at 12pm at Village Green, located to the left of the main entrance for programs from Monday to Thursday. On Friday, pick up is at 12pm inside the Lorikeet Arena.

Sanctuary Rangers (9-12 year olds) Pick up is at 3pm at the Village Green (Monday to Thursday), located to the left of the main entrance.  On Friday, pick up is from the Lorikeet Arena at 3pm.

Insight into Zookeeping (Teens) Pick up is at 3:30pm at the Village Green (Monday to Thursday), located to the left of the main entrance.  On Friday, pick up is from the Lorikeet Arena at 3:30pm.

Little Pollinators - Pick up is at 10:45am at Village Green.

Native Bee Explorers - Pick up is at 12:00pm at Village Green.

Do I need to pack anything for my child?

For half day programs please pack a hat, snacks and a reusable water bottle. Make sure you pack light as there will be plenty of walking throughout the program.

For full day programs please pack a hat, snacks, lunch and a reusable water bottle. Make sure you pack light as there will be plenty of walking throughout the program.

What should my child wear?

Make sure your child wears enclosed shoes. We also recommend bringing a hat, sun care and insect repellent.

Can I enter the Sanctuary while my child is doing the program?

Absolutely! We often have parents or guardians that will buy an entry ticket and enjoy their day while their child is doing the holiday program. There are plenty of things to see and do for the grown ups too!

Please note, parents or guardians can't join their child's group.

What happens in wet weather?

We dance in the rain! No, but in all seriousness, programs will go ahead in the event of light rain. We suggest packing a raincoat especially in wetter months. Please note that umbrellas are not allowed inside the Sanctuary for safety reasons. We will contact you if the program gets cancelled due to unsafe weather.

Can't find an answer to your question?

We're happy to help! Please contact our education team on education@cws.org.au

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We respectfully acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the greater Yugambeh language region, the Country on which Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and Hospital are situated today. We recognise their continuing connections to the land, sky, waters (waterways), and wildlife. We thank them for caring for this Country and its ecosystems.

We celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and we pay our respect to Elders past and present.

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