Snakes

For many years the Park has provided special lectures and courses for organizations where their day to
day activities may bring their employees into contact with snakes. These courses have proved extremely beneficial to mining companies, paramedics and hospital medical staff, nature conservation officers, game park field officers, SA Police Services, SA Defence Force and fire and ambulance services.

We offer the following types of lectures and courses either at the Park or other locations within South Africa or other African countries.

 

Snake Awareness Lecture
This is a 1.1/2 to 2 hour general lecture on snakes, types, identification, habits, locomotion etc., and also covers how to avoid snakebite and what to do if bitten.

Six different types of snakes are used in this demonstration but no handling is involved. This lecture is suitable for large groups

Beginners Snake Course
This morning course is aimed at medical staff, either doctors, nurses or paramedics or members of the general public who have an interest in snakes. It concentrates on the types of venom found in snakes of the area concerned, how the venom is delivered, and how best to identify the threat and treat the victim in the correct manner.

Advanced Snake Course
This full day course is aimed at selected personnel who will learn about snakes and how to identify and catch them in order to remove them from inappropriate areas. It covers more information on snakebite and first aid treatment.

Six different snakes are used in this course and participants spend time learning how to catch snakes safely. It is suitable for only 8 to 10 persons at one time and participants must already have attended and passed the Beginners Snake Course. This course is FGASA approved and a certificate is provided together with extensive documented information.

 

Snakes will be used in this course but no handling will take place.

This course is FGASA approved and a certificate will be issued to participants.

Sample of guide to Venomous Snakes of Southern Africa & Medical Treatments

To order a copy call 012 253 1162
or email us or collect & pay for your guide at the ticket office!