SCHEDULED EVENTS FOR 2009...

Jim will be involved in the following educational workshops and seminars in 2009:

  • `Step Up: Parrots and People Learning Together'
    Date: Saturday June 5th - Sunday June 6th
    Location: Brisbane, Qld
    Information: This two day event is being held by the Parrot Society of Australia Inc and will feature world renowned avian trainer Barbara Heidenreich from Good Bird Inc (USA) and Taronga Zoo's fabulous Nicholas Bishop (AUS). Jim will be co-presenting with Barbara and Nic and will join the training team for a special practical workshop on Sunday June 6th. Official registration period is now open - To download a registration form please visit www.parrotsociety.org.au/stepupevent.html
  • `Set Up for Success: Environmental & behavioural management of companion parrots'
    Date: Saturday July 4th
    Location: Taronga Zoo, Sydney NSW
    Information: A unique, tailored seminar day specially put together for companion parrot owners. The scope of the day will integrate the development of a species specific awareness of enrvironmental enrichment, diet management for optimising training and behaviour management, Applied Behaviour Analysis pathways for developing behaviour modification plans and conditioning techniques using positive reinforcement delivery. This is a wonderful opportunity for NSW companion parrot enthusiasts to develop their understanding of parrot behaviour. Participant numbers are limited to just 20 people and registrations are already filling up! Please contact event organiser Kate Morris for full details and to secure your participation.
  • Companion Parrot Workshop - Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
    Date: Saturday September 26th
    Location: Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, Gold Coast QLD
    Information: Now in its 5th year, the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Companion Parrot Workshop is Australia's most comprehensive and progressive education workshop for companion parrot owners, veterinary nurses, bird retail staff and parrot trainers. A brilliant day featuring multimedia presentations, breakout problem solving sessions, and behind the scenes tour of the Free Flight show - all immersed within the fantastic environment of Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. Read more information via our Workshops page. Registrations are strictly limited to 20 participants to maximise opportunities for one-to-one interaction and Q&A with Jim throughout the day. All participants receive a resource pack and lunch is provided! To make a registration booking, please contact the CWS Education Team
   

SCHEDULED EVENTS FOR 2010...

Jim will be involved in the following educational workshops and seminars in 2010:
  • `Set Up for Success - Companion Parrot Workshop'
    Date: Saturday January 16th
    Location: Hobart, Tasmania
    Information: A specially tailored seminar day specially put together for companion parrot owners. The scope of the day will integrate the development of a species specific awareness of environmental enrichment, diet management for optimising training and behaviour management, Applied Behaviour Analysis pathways for developing behaviour modification plans and conditioning techniques using positive reinforcement delivery. This is a wonderful opportunity for Tasmanian companion parrot enthusiasts to develop their understanding of parrot behaviour. Participant numbers are limited and registrations must be received by November 16th 2009. This event is being coordinated by Lisa Kearney & Kate Morris - for registration information and to contact the organisers please visit their website at www.companionparrotworkshops.com.au
  • `Set Up for Success - Companion Parrot Workshop'
    Date: Saturday April 10th
    Location: Melbourne, Victoria
    Information: A specially tailored seminar day specially put together for companion parrot owners. The scope of the day will integrate the development of a species specific awareness of environmental enrichment, diet management for optimising training and behaviour management, Applied Behaviour Analysis pathways for developing behaviour modification plans and conditioning techniques using positive reinforcement delivery. This is a wonderful opportunity for Victorian companion parrot enthusiasts to develop their understanding of parrot behaviour. Registrations must be received before February 10th 2010. Full Registration information can be gained through event coordinators Lisa Kearney & Kate Morris - for further information and to contact the organisers please visit their website at www.companionparrotworkshops.com.au
  • Australian Veterinary Association Conference
    Date: May 23rd to 28th
    Location: Brisbane Convention Centre, Queensland
    Information: Jim will be delivering a special 4 hr series of lectures and practical workshops specially tailored for veterinarians and veterinary staff on parrot behaviour & training in the vet clinic.
  • Parrots 2010 Convention
    Date: Friday July 2nd to Sunday July 4th
    Location: TBA - Brisbane, QLD
    Information: Jim will be delivering two lectures at the 6th biennial `Parrots' Convention hosted by the Parrot Society of Australia Inc. Jim's first lecture will focus on diagnostic, rehabilitation and prevention pathways for feather picking. His second presentation will be apractical overview of designing and constructing an outdoor enrichment aviary for companion parrots. This event will feature a program with over 20 different lectures and breakout seminars over 2 days. Absolutely not to be missed by any parrot enthusiast!!! For more information refer to the event website at www.parrotsociety.org.au/Parrots2010/index.html
  • AAVAC Conference
    Date: October 4th to 8th
    Location: Hobart, Tasmania
    Information:Jim will be delivering a special workshop/seminar for veterinarians and veterinary staff on parrot behaviour & training in the vet clinic. More details posted in 2010.
  • Companion Parrot Workshop - Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
    Date: Saturday December 11th
    Location: Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, Gold Coast QLD
    Information: Back home to the wonderful surrounds of Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary to continue Australia's most comprehensive and progressive education workshop for companion parrot owners, veterinary nurses, bird retail staff and parrot trainers. A brilliant day featuring multimedia presentations, breakout problem solving sessions, and behind the scenes tour of the Free Flight show - all immersed within the fantastic environment of Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. Read more information via our Workshops page. Registrations are strictly limited to 20 participants to maximise opportunities for one-to-one interaction and Q&A with Jim throughout the day. All participants receive a resource pack and lunch is provided! To make a registration booking, please contact the CWS Education Team
   

 
Would you like to organise a workshop in your state? It's easy to achieve and Jim can provide organisers with guidance, advice and suggested workshop topics, tailored to your needs. Why not get in touch and see what we can achieve to help educate parrot enthusiasts throughout Australia on the care, behaviour management and training of companion parrots.