Wildlife Training

Are you interested in becoming a wildlife volunteer?
Join us online to learn about SOWFI, the different volunteering roles available, and how to become an active member. We run online 'Introduction to SOWFI' sessions on the 1st Monday evening of every month from February to September inclusive.

Becoming an active wildlife volunteer?
​If your passion is to become a wildlife rescuer or carer, you can then book into any of our introductory courses below. These courses include a field practical and an online webinar. After successfully completing the course, you will be invited to complete your membership process and become an active SOWFI wildlife volunteer.

Register for IntroDuction to SOWFI

Introduction to Possum Care

Presented by SOWFI Volunteers
We are excited to offer this brand new course for 2024 which includes a field practical followed by an online live webinar by our team of trainers and species specialists. All our trainers have had many years of experience and are extremely knowledgeable in the rescue and rehabilitation of possums.

Course costs include your SOWFI annual membership.

TO BE ANNOUNCED 2025

12 OCT 2024 | STIRLING

Introduction to Duckling Care

Presented by Leonie Weaver
Leonie has had many years of experience and is extremely knowledgeable in the rescue and rehabilitation of ducklings. Rehabilitating native ducklings is not only really rewarding, it's a great way to start as a wildlife carer. You will need a large outside enclosure (aviary or chook yard) for their pre-release stage.

Course costs include your SOWFI annual membership.

To be announced 2025

Introduction to Bird Care

Presented by Rena Robinson, Wildlife Welfare Organisation
Another exciting new course delivery, this practical field course by Wildlife Welfare Organisation Inc. (WWO) Goolwa followed by online live webinar is ideal for new wildlife carers interested in successfully rehabilitating birds.

Course costs include your SOWFI annual membership.

TO BE ANNOUNCED 2025

Session Sold OUT

Wildlife Rescue 101 Practical

Presented by SOWFI Volunteers
Another great place to start your journey in Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation is as a Wildlife Rescuer, particularly if you cannot commit to daily care. This course is also for people interested in volunteering in the Wildlife Ambulance.

Course costs include your SOWFI annual membership.

TO BE ANNOUNCED 2025

TO BE ANNOUNCED 2025

Husbandry and Rehabilitation Training for
Wildlife Volunteers by Dr. Anne Fowler

We are proud to be able to offer courses by Dr. Anne Fowler for experienced wildlife carers. Dr. Anne Fowler has been improving the rehabilitation outcomes and welfare of Australia’s unique wildlife for over 15 years with training days and publications.

These courses, sponsored and coordinated by SOWFI, will be run from her Vet Clinic in Frewville and are full day courses. Numbers are limited to 20 so book in early.
We welcome wildlife volunteers from other organisations.

​Click on links below to book:
​Husbandry and Rehabilitation of Native Birds 
Husbandry and Rehabilitation of Possums
Husbandry and Rehabilitation of Orphaned Birds
​Husbandry and Rehabilitation of Koalas
10 NOV 2024 Husbandry and Rehabilitation of Reptiles
13 OCT 2024 Assessment and Treatment of Burnt Wildlife