Wild for Wildlife

The Wild for Wildlife program is a major themed educational initiative at Port Moresby Nature Park designed to teach students about the unique biodiversity of Papua New Guinea.

It is part of the park’s broader school excursion curriculum, which reaches over 30,000 students annually. The “Wild for Wildlife” theme specifically focuses on the physical features and survival strategies of native animals.

1. Immersive Learning: The program features exclusive outdoor sessions where students observe animals in settings that mimic their natural habitats, such as the Tree Kangaroo Trail and various walk-through aviaries.
2. Curriculum Alignment: Lesson plans are tailored to specific grade levels to support teacher learning outcomes and provincial education standards.
3. Conservation Focus: Educators emphasize the importance of preserving endemic species and discuss the impacts of the illegal wildlife trade on local ecosystems.
4. Community Support: To ensure accessibility, the program often receives support from partners like the Sir Brian Bell Foundation and ExxonMobil PNG, who have previously provided buses to transport thousands of students from local schools.

The program typically runs as a dedicated “Theme Month” (often in March), but the park maintains year-round educational activities through its New Education Zone, which includes specialized classrooms for lessons regardless of weather conditions.