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Watering Helper

Organisation:

Te Kākano Aotearoa

Category:

Conservation

Hours:

Both/Flexible

Locations:

Wānaka, Hāwea

Te Kākano Aotearoa Trust is a charitable organisation who have their own community-based native plant nursery. They support native habitat restoration in the Upper Clutha Basin and work with local community groups, schools, organisations & businesses in the effort to promote hands-on community land care.

As a not-for-profit trust, Te Kākano relies on the dedication of volunteers to help at the nursery and on their project sites. Their volunteers hail from all around the world and span all ages. Not only do they lend a helping hand each year but they leave a permanent personal mark on the Wanaka landscape for generations to come.

How you can get involved

  • From April to September, Te Kākano organises community native tree planting sessions with the community.
  • From November to March, they organise a watering schedule to help the plants get some much needed water.
  • Depending on your availability, you will be allocated one or several sites and one or several weeks of watering.
  • Someone from the team will meet with you at the site that works best for your location and show you the ropes.

Why do it?

  • An opportunity to support the natural surroundings you enjoy
  • This can be your new favourite weekly walk!
  • Feel connected by contributing to a piece of your community
  • Leave a legacy for future generations!

Do this by yourself or with a friend or with your work or sports team. It's a great way to share the load and share a meaningful experience together. Get in touch with your interest in the form below.

Requirements

  • Enjoying being outside!
  • Being able to walk around plants to water them.
  • Wearing weather and outdoor appropriate clothing and shoes

Time commitment

It will depend on the amount of time you have. 1-2 hours/week for one week to several weeks - up to you!

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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