Australia Zoo

Thursday March 24 2011

The team had an excellent afternoon at the Australian Zoo where we encountered many of Australian's indigenous and unique plants and animals, as well as many of the exotic species found on other nearby continents. We were very familiar with the zoo's founder, the late Steve Irwin, commonly known as the "Crocodile Hunter" from the very popular series of the Animal Planet..."CRIKEY!!!!".  http://www.australiazoo.com.au/

The most treasured part of the experience was a very exclusive and behind-the-scenes tour of the adjoining Animal Hospital. We were also able to visit for a few minutes with Animal Rescuer Kate, who is a member of the Australian VTT Exchange Group that recently visited Louisiana within Rotary District 6200. The hospital works to rescue, rehabilitate, and protect injured wildlife from the region such as koala bears, snakes, birds, turtles, wallabies, and kangaroos. The level of care received by the animals is truly top notch!
http://wildlifewarriors.org.au/wildlife_hospital/

-Robert