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S2E35: Snakes, Phobia and Ecology with Snake Catcher Gemma Smith
S2E35: Snakes, Phobia and Ecology with Snake Catcher Gemma Smith
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Length:
70 minutes
Released:
Sep 6, 2021
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Podcast episode
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In this episode, we’re chatting with conservationist, budding ecologist and snake catcher, Gemma Smith, about all things snakes. How to keep yourself and your children safe around snakes, what to do on the very chance you get bitten by a snake, the importance of snakes to our environment and for those who are scared of snakes, some tips on how to work on your fear and not pass it onto your children.? Gemma sharesHer story of how she got into snake catchingSome of the signs we can be aware and teach to our kids as we coming into snake seasonHow knowledge conquers fearTips to help keep children safe around snakes when exploring in the bushHer advice for parents who have phobias or deep fears around snakes and how to not pass this fear onto their childrenBasic snake first aid and what to do on the really rare chance that you’re bitten by a snakeThe essential role snakes play in our biodiversityThe delicate balance of our ecosystem ? Opt Inhttps://www.wildlingsforestschool.com/free-downloadables? Links and ResourcesGem's WebsiteFind her on Facebook Follow her on InstagramBook Recommendation: The Tangled Bank, Carl ZimmerCheck out our Wild Business CourseBecome a Patreon? Guest Details Today we have the absolute privilege of chatting with Gemma Smith. Gemma is a conservationist, budding ecologist currently studying Animal Ecology at the USC, passionate reptile lover and Snake Catcher who offers Snake Removal & Relocation Services across the Sunshine Coast.Wildlings Forest School Contact DetailsWebsiteFacebookInstagramYoutube PinterestLinked In? Did You Enjoy This Episode? If you enjoyed this episode and the Raising Wildlings podcast generally, we have a favour. Please take two minutes to subscribe, and to write a rating and a review. You can do that on Apple Podcasts right now by clicking here. If you are an Android user, you can follow the podcast on Spotify here and Google Podcasts here. Those actions will help the podcast reach more people, and we would be truly grateful. Thank you so much.Apple Podcasts SpotifyGoogle Podcasts
Released:
Sep 6, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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