Make friends with slithering snakes or find out whether llamas really spit at this year’s Pine Rivers Show.
This year’s show, to be held from 1-3 August, promises more excitement, tradition and entertainment than ever before!
If you’re fascinated about the life of a llama, drop by and visit the team at Ottaba Llamas for your chance to meet some unusual and unique creatures.
“We are very passionate about the llamas and love every opportunity to share what we know,” Marko Mircic from Ottaba Llamas said.
“It’s an opportunity to come along, get some photos with them and learn more about llamas. We’ll answer all the tricky questions, like what’s the difference between a llama and an alpaca and the most asked, do they spit?”
This will be Ottaba Llamas third Pine Rivers Show, one they describe as “well-organised and cares about our animals”.
“Anytime we can get to promote and educate the public about llamas is awesome and over the three days there are many opportunities to do that, especially Friday and the interaction with the students,” Marko said. “I love having people interact with our animals and the smiles that it brings to all.”
If snakes and lizards are more up your alley, Urban Reptiles have got a treat for you.
Their interactive exhibit will feature some of Australia’s most iconic and unique reptile species up close and personal. From frilled neck and shingle-back lizards, plus a variety of Australian snakes, you’ll find yourself both entertained and educated.
“In addition to our displays, staff will be on hand with additional reptiles for those eager to enjoy a hands-on encounter,” Sandy Dickinson from Urban Reptiles said.
“Visitors will be able to touch some of these animals, making for a truly special experience. There will also be plenty of opportunities for photos, so you can capture lasting memories with some of the country’s most remarkable reptiles.”
When it comes to showcasing reptiles, Sandy said the response was always mixed with some people loving the experience and others not as much.
“Some can’t walk away fast enough but we don’t take it personally,” she said. “There are always lots of questions around reptiles, especially snakes and everyone has at least one snake story they love to share with us.
“There is so much misinformation out there around reptiles, it gives us the best opportunity to correct some of these facts.
“We also love being next to our friends from Reptile Awareness Displays of Australia, showing their fascinating venomous snakes.”
Show Highlights & Event Details
What else can you expect from this year’s show?
- Woodchop competition
- Rodeo (5.30pm, Friday, 1 August)
- Clydesdale horse rides
- Petting zoo
- Rides, sideshow alley, showbags and food
- Freestyle motocross display
- Fireworks
Visit the show’s website here or their Facebook page here.
Pine Rivers Show
- Friday, 1 August, 9am-10pm
- Saturday, 2 August, 9am-10pm
- Sunday, 3 August, 9am-4pm
