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Press Release
Mar 13, 2026

Celebrating our volunteers

On Thursday 12 March, more than 150 volunteers were celebrated at St John WA’s Metro Volunteer Awards night at Burswood on Swan.   The evening brought together volunteers across Event Health Services (EHS), Community Transport Services (CTS), Youth and Community Engagement (YCE) and the St John Academy to thank and celebrate them for their incredible service.   For EHS,…
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Lilly and Kale
Mar 13, 2026

Leaders of tomorrow celebrated at inaugural St John Academy awards

Two young leaders have been recognised for their commitment to the St John Academy program and using their skills, compassion and initiative to create a positive impact around them.  Northam’s Lilly Clifford has been named St John Academy’s Team Member of the Year and Kale Guthrie as runner-up.  The St John Academy develops 12-17-year-olds as community leaders, equipping them with life-saving skills and a strong foundation for future healthcare…
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Mar 13, 2026

Female CPR manikins rolled out for first aid training statewide

Forging the way for greater gender parity in saving lives, St John WA has rolled out female manikins across its 40 first aid locations across the state — making it one of the first local training providers to standardise the practice. Global research over the years has repeatedly shown women are less likely to receive…
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Mar 10, 2026

“Mum, we knew you could do it!” Meet St John WA’s Dispatcher of the Year 

Wangara-based Communications Officer, Leanne Woodcock, has been named St John WA’s ‘Dispatcher of the Year’ for the strong impression she made in just her first year of call handling.  Every month, one call-taker at St John WA’s State Control Centre (SCC) is awarded ‘Call of the Month’ for demonstrating precision, care and high-quality outcomes for patients.   At the end of the year, all calls are assessed by a panel to decide ‘Dispatcher of the…
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Press Release
Mar 9, 2026

Finding the words when seconds matter: English learning meets first aid at South Metro TAFE

Adult Migrant English Program students at South Metro TAFE paired language practise with life-saving skills through a free, tailored session delivered by St John WA’s Youth and Community Engagement First Aid Awareness team. The session blended ambulance familiarisation with hands‑on first aid, helping participants build confidence in emergencies. TAFE Lecturer Frankie Aldaiji wanted the session…
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Press Release
Mar 8, 2026

The women behind the uniform

Uniforms tell only part of the story. This International Women’s Day, former St John paramedic and photographer Emma Rachelle (Emma Dodd) has captured a different perspective through a portrait series celebrating seven women connected to the St John community. The series features women working across emergency care and support roles and reflects the lives they…
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Press Release
Mar 6, 2026

Women in Ambulance awards for six of St John WA’s finest

St John WA is proud to announce six Council of Ambulance Authorities (CAA) Women in Ambulance award winners this International Women’s Day. The CAA Women in Ambulance Awards are designed to recognise and promote the hard work of incredible and inspirational women who work in ambulance services across Australia, New Zealand, and Papua New Guinea.…
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Mar 5, 2026

Making every call count – 317,979 times 

Managing hundreds of thousands of Triple Zero (000) calls every year, including 317,979 in FY2025, SCC’s teams and systems are a powerful force of assurance, support and calm to the WA public when emergencies arise.   According to the latest Report on Government Services (ROGS), St John WA has the best Triple Zero (000) call answering times nationally with 97.4% of calls answered under 10 seconds.  New blood St John WA’s call-takers are the heart of SCC and 2025 saw…
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Tom Price First Aid Group
Mar 3, 2026

First Nations first aid training hits the Pilbara

St John WA has delivered vital first aid training to First Nations people in the Pilbara.   Thanks to funding from Shaw and Partners, St John WA held a two-day HLTAID011 Provide First Aid session for the team from Gumala Aboriginal Corporation in Tom Price.   The course covered core first aid essentials such as the DRSABCD Action Plan, how to perform CPR and wound management.   The group also learnt how to help people experiencing a range…
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Press Release
Feb 27, 2026

Future paramedics celebrate first year of study at Curtin University

The inaugural cohort of paramedicine students from Curtin School of Nursing has completed their first year of study. The Bachelor of Science (Paramedicine) course was launched by Curtin in 2025. Fifty students who enrolled last year are now on their way to careers as a paramedic. Increasingly, paramedics are serving in diverse healthcare settings, including…
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Ambulances are fast. But you might be there first. In a cardiac arrest, those first few minutes matter most. Starting CPR early can save a life while help is on the way 🏃 Learn the skills that could make the difference.
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Ambulances are fast. But you might be there first. In a cardiac arrest, those first...

First aid bringing the community together while learning life saving skills thanks to our Youth and Community Team.
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First aid bringing the community together while learning life saving skills thanks to our Youth...

Thinking of volunteering? Here are a few reasons you probably shouldn't.
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Thinking of volunteering? Here are a few reasons you probably shouldn't.

Bake sales. Sausage sizzles. Big impact. Tom Price youth have raised $36k to bring life-saving AEDs and snake bite kits to Karijini National Park 🌳
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Bake sales. Sausage sizzles. Big impact.

Tom Price youth have raised $36k to bring life-saving...

Happy Labour Day ☀️ We hope you’re making the most of the long weekend. If something unexpected pops up, remember our Urgent Care, GP and Dental services are available across five locations: 📍 Joondalup 📍 Osborne Park 📍 Cannington 📍 Midland 📍 Cockburn Here when you need us. 💚 #urgentcare #gp #dental
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Happy Labour Day ☀️
We hope you’re making the most of the long weekend.
If...

Long weekend plans? We love to see it. ☀️ If you see flashing lights, Stay calm and give us room. You’re helping us help someone else. 💚 #longweekend #staysafewa #emergencyservices #roadsafety #slowdownmoveover
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Long weekend plans? We love to see it. ☀️
If you see flashing lights,
Stay...

Even Lady Whistledown knows St John Urgent Care is where The Ton go when it’s urgent but not an emergency 😉.
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Even Lady Whistledown knows St John Urgent Care is where The Ton go when it’s...

Who knew catching feelings could be good for your cardiovascular system? ❤️‍🔥 Your heart’s working overtime this Valentine’s - and we’re here for it.
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Who knew catching feelings could be good for your cardiovascular system? ❤️‍🔥
Your heart’s working...

Valentine’s Day is nearly here 🌹 A little love goes a long way - we’re sharing ours at St John Midland Clinic. #urgentcare #stjohnwa #dental #gp
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Valentine’s Day is nearly here 🌹 A little love goes a long way - we’re...

Drama? Romance? Fainting on the moors? Don’t worry…we’re here to help 💚
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Drama? Romance? Fainting on the moors?
Don’t worry…we’re here to help 💚

What’s actually inside a first aid kit? 👀 Unpacking it all so you know what you’ve got before you need it. Because emergencies are not the time for surprise bandage hunts 🩹
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What’s actually inside a first aid kit? 👀
Unpacking it all so you know what...

Summer fun = sometimes a few bumps! 🌊🛹🪜 Whether it’s Urgent Care, GP, or Dental - we’re here to help! ❤️
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Summer fun = sometimes a few bumps! 🌊🛹🪜
Whether it’s Urgent Care, GP, or Dental...

Plus we offer on-site X-ray & pathology. Experienced, multilingual care. Family, men’s and women’s health, skin checks and minor procedures.
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Plus we offer on-site X-ray & pathology.
Experienced, multilingual care.
Family, men’s and women’s health,...

No matter what adventure you’re on this public holiday, slip, slop, slap, and pack a first aid kit. Stay safe WA 💚
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No matter what adventure you’re on this public holiday, slip, slop, slap, and pack a...

Splish, splash, STINGRAY 😱 Bit worried about marine life while out and about? Refresh your knowledge using our handy first aid guides. You can check them out on the First Responder App or on the St John WA website for free!
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Splish, splash, STINGRAY 😱

Bit worried about marine life while out and about? Refresh your...

Oh hiss! 🐍 Be prepared on your adventures this long weekend, the summer sun makes our ssslithery sssnakes more active. Remember they can be a little hiss-terical, so if you see any resting leave them be.
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Oh hiss! 🐍

Be prepared on your adventures this long weekend, the summer sun makes...

If you’re ever given the opportunity to volunteer with St John WA, say yes. It matters more than you think ❤️
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If you’re ever given the opportunity to volunteer with St John WA, say yes.
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No need to book a trip to head overseas for a brighter smile, we've got your dental needs covered for that 2026 glow up. 🦷✨ Peep the link in bio to book 👀
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No need to book a trip to head overseas for a brighter smile, we've got...

POV: you’re walking through St John Cockburn Clinic 👀 Onsite dental, GP & Urgent care. All in one place!
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POV: you’re walking through St John Cockburn Clinic 👀

Onsite dental, GP & Urgent care....

An afternoon at @ronaldmcdonaldhousewa with the Youth and Community Engagement team is always a wonderful time. Learn more using the link in our bio.
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An afternoon at @ronaldmcdonaldhousewa with the Youth and Community Engagement team is always a wonderful...

For this month only you can… Eat at Grill’d. Donate a token. Support St John WA. ❤️
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For this month only you can…
Eat at Grill’d.
Donate a token.
Support St John...

Can’t push past events like @auscyclingaus road nationals. 😍 It was a brilliant display of speed, cycling, and community. 🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️
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Can’t push past events like @auscyclingaus road nationals. 😍

It was a brilliant display of...

Unlike the ending of Stranger Things, first aid for a blood nose isn’t up for debate. 🩸 Need more first aid guides? The free First Responder App has you covered
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Unlike the ending of Stranger Things, first aid for a blood nose isn’t up for...

Don’t put your smile on hold for another year. 🦷 Check out the link in our bio to learn more.
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Don’t put your smile on hold for another year. 🦷

Check out the link in...

Name a better compliment… I’ll wait 🦷
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Name a better compliment… I’ll wait 🦷

Urgent Care, Dental, Pathology, and GP all in once handy location. Check out your nearest St John Health using the link in bio.
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Urgent Care, Dental, Pathology, and GP all in once handy location. Check out your nearest...

It’s New Year’s Eve, time to celebrate the year that was and ring in 2026. Have fun, look after each other, and if you see our team out and about say g’day and know we’re here for emergencies and urgencies.
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It’s New Year’s Eve, time to celebrate the year that was and ring in 2026....

Not sure if it’s urgent (care) or an emergency? We got you.
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Not sure if it’s urgent (care) or an emergency? We got you.

Sam and David bring the giggles with this rapid fire round of questions. 🤭
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Sam and David bring the giggles with this rapid fire round of questions. 🤭

Keep your standards high when it comes to Christmas lunch, but zero when it comes to alcoholic drinks if you’re planning on driving between events this silly season. Take extra care on our roads and happy holidays.
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Keep your standards high when it comes to Christmas lunch, but zero when it comes...

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St John WA️ 2 days ago

Ambulances are fast. But you might be there first. In a cardiac arrest, those first few minutes matter most. Starting CPR early can save a life while help is on the way 🏃 Learn the skills that could make the difference.

Ambulances are fast. But you might be there first. In a cardiac arrest, those first few minutes matter most. Starting CPR early can save a life while help is on the way 🏃 Learn the skills that could make the difference.
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St John WA️ 4 days ago

First aid bringing the community together while learning life saving skills thanks to our Youth and Community Team.

First aid bringing the community together while learning life saving skills thanks to our Youth and Community Team.
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St John WA️ 1 week ago

Thinking of volunteering? Here are a few reasons you probably shouldn't.

Thinking of volunteering? Here are a few reasons you probably shouldn't.
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St John WA
St John WA️ 2 weeks ago

Bake sales. Sausage sizzles. Big impact. Tom Price youth have raised $36k to bring life-saving AEDs and snake bite kits to Karijini National Park 🌳 Parks and Wildlife Service, Western Australia St John WA - Tom Price and Paraburdoo

Bake sales. Sausage sizzles. Big impact. Tom Price youth have raised $36k to bring life-saving AEDs and snake bite kits to Karijini National Park 🌳 Parks and Wildlife Service, Western Australia St John WA - Tom Price and Paraburdoo
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St John WA
St John WA️ 2 weeks ago

Happy Labour Day ☀️ We hope you’re making the most of the long weekend. If something unexpected pops up, remember our Urgent Care, GP and Dental services are available across five locations: 📍 Joondalup 📍 Osborne Park 📍 Cannington 📍 Midland 📍 Cockburn Here when you need us. 💚 #urgentcare #gp #dental

Happy Labour Day ☀️ We hope you’re making the most of the long weekend. If something unexpected pops up, remember our Urgent Care, GP and Dental services are available across five locations: 📍 Joondalup 📍 Osborne Park 📍 Cannington 📍 Midland 📍 Cockburn Here when you need us. 💚 #urgentcare #gp #dental
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St John WA
St John WA️ 2 weeks ago

Long weekend plans? We love to see it. ☀️ If you see flashing lights, Stay calm and give us room. You’re helping us help someone else. 💚 #longweekend #staysafewa #emergencyservices #roadsafety #slowdownmoveover

Long weekend plans? We love to see it. ☀️ If you see flashing lights, Stay calm and give us room. You’re helping us help someone else. 💚 #longweekend #staysafewa #emergencyservices #roadsafety #slowdownmoveover
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St John WA
St John WA️ 2 weeks ago

Even Lady Whistledown knows St John Urgent Care is where The Ton go when it’s urgent but not an emergency 😉.

Even Lady Whistledown knows St John Urgent Care is where The Ton go when it’s urgent but not an emergency 😉.
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St John WA
St John WA️ 4 weeks ago

The award for best valentines post goes to St John WA - Great Southern. ❤️ Check it out 👇 https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17HDv2aKUY/

The award for best valentines post goes to St John WA - Great Southern. ❤️ Check it out 👇 https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17HDv2aKUY/
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St John WA
St John WA️ 4 weeks ago

Some people do situationships. We prefer commitment. 24/7. No mixed signals. ❤️💙💚🧡 Whatever the colour - we’re here to help. Happy Valentine’s Day to our besties. Western Australia Police Force Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA

Some people do situationships. We prefer commitment. 24/7. No mixed signals. ❤️💙💚🧡 Whatever the colour - we’re here to help. Happy Valentine’s Day to our besties. Western Australia Police Force Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA
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St John WA
St John WA️ 4 weeks ago

Valentine’s Day is nearly here 🌹 A little love goes a long way - we’re sharing ours at St John Midland Clinic. #urgentcare #stjohnwa #dental #gp

Valentine’s Day is nearly here 🌹 A little love goes a long way - we’re sharing ours at St John Midland Clinic. #urgentcare #stjohnwa #dental #gp
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St John WA️ 1 month ago

Drama? Romance? Fainting on the moors? Don’t worry…we’re here to help 💚

Drama? Romance? Fainting on the moors? Don’t worry…we’re here to help 💚
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St John WA
St John WA️ 1 month ago

What’s actually inside a first aid kit? 👀 Unpacking it all so you know what you’ve got before you need it. Because emergencies are not the time for surprise bandage hunts 🩹

What’s actually inside a first aid kit? 👀 Unpacking it all so you know what you’ve got before you need it. Because emergencies are not the time for surprise bandage hunts 🩹
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St John WA
St John WA️ 1 month ago

Summer fun = sometimes a few bumps! 🌊🛹🪜 Whether it’s Urgent Care, GP, or Dental - we’re here to help! ❤️

Summer fun = sometimes a few bumps! 🌊🛹🪜 Whether it’s Urgent Care, GP, or Dental - we’re here to help! ❤️
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St John WA
St John WA️ 1 month ago

Rain, hail, or shine the team is here to help as shown this week by the @St John WA - Christmas Island crew practising with the wheelchair and stair descender equipment. Equipment like this is vital to ensuring all members of the community are able to be assisted, even from tricky spots.

Rain, hail, or shine the team is here to help as shown this week by the @St John WA - Christmas Island crew practising with the wheelchair and stair descender equipment. Equipment like this is vital to ensuring all members of the community are able to be assisted, even from tricky spots.
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St John WA
St John WA️ 2 months ago

Plus we offer on-site X-ray & pathology. Experienced, multilingual care. Family, men’s and women’s health, skin checks and minor procedures.

Plus we offer on-site X-ray & pathology. Experienced, multilingual care. Family, men’s and women’s health, skin checks and minor procedures.
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St John WA
St John WA️ 2 months ago

UPDATE: St John WA has been made aware that some mobile devices are currently not correctly connecting to Triple Zero (000). It has been identified that some phone users may experience a 20–30 second delay when dialling Triple Zero (000). Users experiencing this issue are urged to remain on the line, as they will be put through to an operator.

UPDATE: St John WA has been made aware that some mobile devices are currently not correctly connecting to Triple Zero (000). It has been identified that some phone users may experience a 20–30 second delay when dialling Triple Zero (000). Users experiencing this issue are urged to remain on the line, as they will be put through to an operator.
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St John WA️ 2 months ago

Congratulations to the St John WA recipients of Ambulance Service Medals in this year’s Australia Day Honours List. 🥳 Dedicated paramedics Lauren D’Arcy and David Emerson were recognised and awarded the ASMs, along with Jasmine Cockram, Emma McKeown, Christine Fyfe, Ross Chappell, Tracy Jones. Phillip Crute, and St John WA - Waroona as recipients of awards and recognitions within their local communities. Learn more about Lauren and Davids impact. 👇 https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/australia-day-honours-for-two-of-st-johns-finest/

Congratulations to the St John WA recipients of Ambulance Service Medals in this year’s Australia Day Honours List. 🥳 Dedicated paramedics Lauren D’Arcy and David Emerson were recognised and awarded the ASMs, along with Jasmine Cockram, Emma McKeown, Christine Fyfe, Ross Chappell, Tracy Jones. Phillip Crute, and St John WA - Waroona as recipients of awards and recognitions within their local communities. Learn more about Lauren and Davids impact. 👇 https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/australia-day-honours-for-two-of-st-johns-finest/
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St John WA
St John WA️ 2 months ago

No matter what adventure you’re on this public holiday, slip, slop, slap, and pack a first aid kit. Stay safe WA 💚

No matter what adventure you’re on this public holiday, slip, slop, slap, and pack a first aid kit. Stay safe WA 💚
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St John WA
St John WA️ 2 months ago

No matter what adventure you’re on this public holiday, slip, slip, slap and pack a first aid kit. Stay safe WA 💚

No matter what adventure you’re on this public holiday, slip, slip, slap and pack a first aid kit. Stay safe WA 💚
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St John WA
St John WA️ 2 months ago

Splish, splash, STINGRAY 😱 Bit worried about marine life while out and about? Refresh your knowledge using our handy first aid guides. You can check them out on the First Responder App or on the St John WA website for free!

Splish, splash, STINGRAY 😱 Bit worried about marine life while out and about? Refresh your knowledge using our handy first aid guides. You can check them out on the First Responder App or on the St John WA website for free!
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St John WA
St John WA️ 2 months ago

Oh hiss! 🐍 Be prepared on your adventures this long weekend, the summer sun makes our ssslithery sssnakes more active. Remember they can be a little hiss-terical, so if you see any resting leave them be.

Oh hiss! 🐍 Be prepared on your adventures this long weekend, the summer sun makes our ssslithery sssnakes more active. Remember they can be a little hiss-terical, so if you see any resting leave them be.
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