School Kits for different age groups are being developed - 6 - 10 years old, 10 - 12 years Old and 12 - 18 Years old

An Example is to focus on the following:

STUDENT INFORMATION SHEET

INTERMEDIATES & SENIORS (AGES 12–16)

 

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THE SCIENCE OF FLIGHT, NAVIGATION & CARE

Discover how pigeons fly, think, and find their way home

Pigeons are not ordinary birds.
They are studied by scientists, used in navigation research, and respected for their intelligence and endurance.

Now you can explore how they do it.

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WHY PIGEONS MATTER

🧭 Navigation & Mapping
Pigeons use multiple systems to navigate — including the sun, Earth’s magnetic field, visual landmarks, and environmental cues.

🧬 Biology & Genetics
Learn how selective breeding, muscle structure, feathers, and lungs affect flight performance.

📡 Technology & Tracking
Modern tracking allows flights to be followed live on a map, turning each journey into a real-world data project.

📜 History & Heritage
Pigeons played vital roles in exploration, communication, and survival long before modern technology.

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THE AUSTRALIAN PIGEON YOUTH ACADEMY

A national program for students aged 12–16 who want hands-on experience in:

✔ Animal welfare and responsibility
✔ STEM-based learning (STEM-based learning means learning by doing, not just reading or memorising)
✔ Mapping and data analysis
✔ Museum and heritage projects
✔ Leadership and teamwork

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WHAT CAN YOU DO?

• Assist with pigeon care

• Analyse flight routes

• Learn loft management basics

• Work on museum projects

• Earn recognised achievement badges

• Progress to youth leadership roles

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ACHIEVEMENT LEVELS

• Explorer

• Handler

• Welfare Guardian

• Junior Curator

• Youth Ambassador (15–16)

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HOW TO GET INVOLVED

Registration is through your schools or parents.
All activities are supervised and education-focused.

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**This isn’t a game **

It’s a real-world experience.

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