Volunteer: Restore & Protect Native Habitats - North Shore

Help restore and protect the ngahere (North Shore based) Do you live near a reserve? Have native birds, like piwakawaka (fantail) and tūī, in your garden? Would you like to do more to support the environment in your local area? In the Kaipātiki Local Board area, Pest Free Kaipātiki supports many independent local groups to tiaki (care for) our unique and beautiful environment. If you live in the area and would like to meet other local people who give their time to look after the reserves, get in touch to find out more. What would I be doing? The focus of the mahi varies from group to group. Working bees usually last about two hours and can be weekly, fortnightly or monthly. The working bee may include: Predator control (placing and monitoring traps and bait stations) Planting and care for recently planted trees Planning Communications and community engagement Social time and community events Monitoring, e.g. water quality testing, bird monitoring Maintaining walking tracks Rubbish removal and more... Training is provided, both through the PFK Training Programme (four modules) and on-the-job. What do I get out of it? Meeting other locals and making friends Something educational and worthwhile for the family to do together Spending time outdoors in nature A great sense of achievement and contribution to community and environment Learning about ecological restoration Where would I be working? Kauri Point Centennial Park/Kendall Bay, Chatswood Chelsea Heritage Park and Rawene Reserve, Birkenhead Hellyer’s Reserve, Beach Haven Monarch Park, Hillcrest Linley Reserve, Hillcrest Shepherd’s Park, Beach Haven Sunnyhaven Reserve, Beach Haven Hadfield St Reserve, Beach Haven Rosecamp Rd Foreshore Reserve, Beach Haven Requirements Reasonable level of fitness Sturdy shoes, and appropriate clothing for sun, rain, cold All tools and guidance provided Children/minors must be actively supervised by a guardian at all times Time commitment Two hours per week (or less) Getting started The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed. Ref: 6570 #J-18808-Ljbffr