To celebrate World Forest Day, we invite you, family and friends to join us for a guided walk to discover the history and biodiversity of ÅŒtanewainuku Forest. As part of the Sustainable Backyards 2024 enviro events, informative short walks will start at 9:30am, 10:45am, 12:15pm and 1:30pm on 21st March 2024. For planning purposes, please […]
Autumn Feracol Operation – Phase 2 Today we’ll be removing the non-toxic lure from the bait station network (if there’s any left, rats and possums find it very appealing) and replacing it with the real deal, Feracol bait. This is a big job, and an important one. Bring clothing and footwear suitable for walking off […]
Join us for our monthly volunteer morning. We have a range of tasks that need to be completed. New volunteers are very welcome. All new volunteers will be paired up with more experienced volunteers. Come and enjoy some time in the forest with an awesome group of dedicated volunteers. Learn about the mahi we do […]
Join us for Halo Whakatāne’s 2nd Annual D.O.M.P Comp! (Destruction of Moth Plant Competition). Help our community control this pest plant that is killing our native plants, moths and butterflies. The competition is open to local primary, intermediate and secondary schools. Each pod collected counts & those with the most pods will win!Check out our website […]
Join us for a morning of volunteer restoration work with Aongatete Forest Project. We may provide specific details here (depending on the operations plan) otherwise just come along and see what tasks are on offer. We suggest you bring clothing and footwear suitable for walking off track, gloves and any medication you need. Arrive at […]
Autumn Feracol Operation – Phase 3 Today we’ll be removing any uneaten Feracol bait and making a note of how much has been eaten at the same time. We need to do this to clear the forest of toxin as well as record bait take – important for tracking results, and we can compare bait […]
Join us for a rubbish clean up of Ford Island. Meet at the Ford Road Coastguard Boat Ramp. Look out for our MOWS flag and truck. We will provide gloves, bags and morning tea. For more information, contact [email protected].
Free guided walk along the riparian margin with eco-knowledgeable locals. Look and listen for the secretive native birds that call the Uretara estuary home; fernbird, bittern, banded rail and more. Hear about the pest plant and predator control work volunteers are doing to restore and protect habitat. For more info call or email Sharon Strong […]
Regular workdays are held on the second Sunday of the month at Ōtanewainuku Forest, 680 Mountain Road, Oropi. Please arrive by 8.45am for a safety briefing and an outline of the work involved. Remember to wear the appropriate clothing and bring snacks, drinks, and protective weather gear. New volunteers are very welcome – please pre-register as an […]
