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Forest Restorer

Hamilton
Organisation:
Friends of Mangaonua Esplanade Silverdale
Category:
Conservation
Hours:
Both/Flexible

Our Mission: Help restore Mangaonua Gully to a thriving native-dominated ecosystem while creating a beautiful space for the community to enjoy.

What We Do:

  • Use trusty secateurs to tackle invasive vines like honeysuckle and convolvulus, giving native plants a chance to thrive.
  • Plant native shrubs and trees during winter, adding to the lush, natural landscape.
  • Learn to identify both native and exotic plant species—it’s like nature school in action!

Who Can Join? Everyone is welcome! Whether you’re a seasoned eco-warrior or just curious about getting involved, we’d love to have you.

Our Ideal Volunteer:

  • Loves the outdoors and getting hands-on with nature.
  • Enjoys teamwork and learning new skills.
  • Brings a positive, enthusiastic vibe to the gully restoration adventure.
  • Come be a part of bringing Mangaonua Gully back to life! 🌏
Requirements:

Suit up for the adventure! 🌞 Don’t forget:

  • Sunscreen to keep your skin happy!
  • A hat to stay cool and shady.
  • Long sleeves and trousers to protect against scratches and sunshine.
  • Sturdy footwear because this is no place for flimsy shoes!
  • Gear up like a pro! We use gloves and secateurs for the job.

If you don’t have your own, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! 🙌

Time commitment:

We have two volunteer groups.
The first group meets every Thursday morning from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
The second group meets every second and fourth Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Both groups meet just before the junction between Silverdale and Morrinsville Rd, here: https://www.google.com/maps/@-37.7952374,175.3324125,238m/data=!3m1!1e3?entry=ttu

People can come on a one-off or regular basis.
When registering your interest, please leave a note with which group you'd like to join, and we can add you to the appropriate mailing list.

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.

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