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Wildlife rehabilitation centre hosts environmental workshop

Crow is celebrating World Environmental Education Day with a workshop geared towards enriching young minds.

IN CELEBRATION of World Environmental Education Day, observed on January 26, the Centre for Rehabilitation of Wildlife (Crow) will host a hands-on wildlife enrichment workshop designed to inspire young minds to foster deeper connections with nature.

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Operations director of Crow, Clint Halkett-Siddall, explained that the workshop will give children the opportunity to explore, discover and learn about wildlife conservation through practical activities that mirror real-life rehabilitation and enrichment techniques used at Crow.

A dassie or rock hyrax
A dassie Crow rescued during winter last year. Photo: Facebook/ Crow

Crow encourages businesses, schools, communities and individuals to take part in the educational activities during the workshop on January 31 at 15A Coedmore Avenue, Yellowwood Park from 09:00-12:00. It focuses on Grade Rs up to Grade 7s at R100 per child.

Activities include:

  • Animal enrichment activities
  • A guided tortoise walk
  • Educational discussions focused on wildlife care, conservation, and environmental responsibility

For bookings and enquiries, contact Crow on 031 462 1127 or email education@crowkzn.co.za. Spaces are limited and early booking is advised.

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Nikhil Gopichand

With just over three years in community journalism, he is relatively new to the scene. He has a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in English Literature and Psychology. With the South Coast Sun, he focuses on a wide berth of beats, covering human-interest, sports and hard news stories. He has a particular affinity for photography, and a deep love for learning about people and the community.

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