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Natural Encounters, Inc Presents The Workshop Series:

"Animal Training For Professionals"


Designed for Professionals: Zoo Keepers, Trainers, and Wildlife Educators

Our Mission
To help you reach your goals and realize your full potential in every aspect of animal training and educational programming.

Workshop Includes

  • Proper understanding and application of Operant Conditioning training techniques
  • Hands-on training with a variety of over 50 different species of birds
  • Innovative educational programming from design through presentation
  • Strategies for improving staff communication, team performance, and team building
  • Limited class size for personal attention in a comprehensive learning environment

Workshop Leader: Steve Martin
In 1976 Steve Martin's animal training career began with the training of free-flight Birds for a show at the San Diego Wild Animal park. Since then he has become one of the best-known bird trainers in the world. In 1984 he began using his positive reinforcement training techniques to train a wide variety of animals to participate in shows and keeper talk programs. His training experience now includes over 100 species of birds and over 25 species of mammals. Steve now spends much of his time consulting at zoos around the world setting up educational shows and teaching Operant Conditioning to zoo keepers.

When: November 9 - 15, 2008

Where: Our training facility in Winter Haven, Florida

Tuition: $1500 per person

Hotel information
   Hampton Inn

   22900 Hwy 27

   Lake Wales  FL  33859
   863-734-3000
For Registration and Information:
Online Registration Form
Questions or Comments about Workshops or Arrangement
Call (407) 938-0847 or (866) 938-0847