In order to help cultivate an attitude of respect and responsibility for our natural heritage and a sustainable long term solution for many of the issues that we encounter where man impacts on nature, we believe that the education, especially of our future generations, is imperative as the future truly lies in the hands of our youth.
To achieve this, we run our Kids Education Programme, presenting talks about our work to children as well as other community groups.
ARRC aims is to help educate children about the importance of conservation, environmental sustainability, animal welfare as well as responsible pet ownership and how these themes link in together.
To facilitate this, we have written 10 books, all based on true stories at ARRC, illustrating how our wildlife are impacted by humans. They have colourful illustrations (all donated by wonderful local artists), fun facts and tips on how children can help our wildlife and environment.
To buy an ARRC Kids Adventure Series Book or the whole set please contact us, purchase directly from ARRC at:
56 Fraser Street, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, or ONLINE
Frankie and the Flypaper tells the story of an adventurous and fun-loving Fantail called Frankie, a native bird that has a wonderful life in the forest. But one day he seeks adventure flying into a cottage and becomes stuck in sticky flypaper. Two big men find Frankie and rush him to ARRC where he is given special care and once recovered he is taken back to his forest to be re-united with his fantail friend Fiona. Frankie is beautifully illustrated by Stiaan Viljoen who has donated his time and talent to help ARRC with this project.
Wiremu and the Cat Gang is about a cool little Waxeye called Wiremu that is attacked by some homeless and hungry cats. A little boy finds him with a broken leg and takes him into ARRC where he receives care and then he is released once his leg has healed. It has delightful illustrations by Emma Frederickson from Akari design who has kindly donated her time and expertise.
Sal Gets Stuck is about a Red Billed Seagull called Sal that gets stuck in foam which encases her legs and almost drowns. Sal gets taken in to ARRC where all the foam is carefully removed so she is able to be released. It has delightful illustrations by Sue Douglas who has kindly donated her time and expertise, thank you Sue!
Sheldons’ Fishing Fiasco is about Sheldon the Shag who goes out to find fish to feed his chicks but then gets a fishing hook stuck in his mouth. Sheldon is taken to ARRC, has the hook removed and can get back to his pink little chicks! Sheldon’s gorgeous illustrations have been done by Frith Bartlett who has also donated her time and expertise, thank you Frith!
Manu’s Mishap is a story about a Morepork that gets caught in a trucks path as he is flying so he needs help from ARRC to recover.
You’re OK Kingi tells the story of a young Kereru that has had his tree felled and then he is stuck on the ground since he can’t fly yet, until a kind man brings him to ARRC until he can be released again to where he came from.
Pipi the Penguin is mauled by a dog on her beautiful beach in the bay and needs emergency care. After intensive care, treatment in an oxygen chamber and weeks of tender loving care she is healthy enough to return to her beach and ride the waves again.
Tilly the young Tui tries to put her wings to the test but she falls to the ground when a gust of wind blows. Some kids find her and treat her roughly but another comes to her rescue. After some special care and a week of rest she is able to fly up to her favourite Kowhai tree.
Hemi and the Poisoned Possum is about a hawk who feasts on a poisoned possum and becomes ill. Tests and medicine helped Hemi feel better so he could be returned to his farm.
Daphne’s Dreadful Day is about a duck that becomes paralysed from swimming in a polluted river. After some special treatment and medicine she is able to swim in her favourite spots again.
Zigg a and Zagg are a gorgeous pair Devoted mates for many a year, There’s an important job to be done they declare Create Zigg and Zagg Junior, ‘cos our Dotterels are rare.
We are passionate about caring for our native wildlife. We work to educate and create public awareness in order to ensure the long-term health of our wildlife and natural environment.
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