Don't think it twice! Best experience ever!

When I first arrived at the wildlife shelter I thought that I wasn't gonna be able to stay for the time I committed for. You literally live in the middle of the bush with no electricity during the day, minimum phone and internet reception, no running water (the shelter depends on the rain water), a bush toilet,...but after a couple of days after meeting Glenda (the owner) and the animals I wanted to stay forever. It is hard work, long hours and physical demanding but the love you receive from the animals is priceless. I did like it that much that I came back two more times in one year (a total of three times) so I was able to see how my little babies grew up and got ready to go back to the wild, that place was my home in Australia and Glenda my aussie mom.

I think is important to mention that as nice as it is to take care of baby orphan marsupials you must be strong to deal with some hardcore situations, life is life and sometimes as much as we want there’s nothing we can do to save the animals, some die, some need to be put down and you will have to deal with nasty bone breaks, wounds and infections. You will learn a lot and if you already are or you are thinking of being a vet or a vet nurse this is an amazing experience and opportunity.

As soon as I can I will be back again!

Berta

PS: Very useful for you and for the shelter if you possess an international driving license, even better if you know how to ride a manual car.