Volunteer Day 13/05/2025

Kia ora koutou,

With a fine weather forecast this week, it’s a great opportunity to get outdoors!

Here’s what we’ve got planned for Wednesday’s volunteer morning (14 May, 9am at the RLT Depot):

1. Long Beach dune access repairs
   We’ve been asked to rally some muscle to help repair storm damage to the access ways protecting the dunes. Bring a shovel and bucket if you have them. You can either meet at Long Beach or at the Depot and head over with the team — just let us know where you plan to meet.
2. Autumn bird count
   A peaceful task with a big impact — help us monitor how predator control is supporting native birdlife. Wear good grippy walking shoes and bring a parka or something waterproof to sit on during the five-minute counts.
3. Trap repair
   We’ll be working on DOC200 stoat traps to get them ready for redeployment in the field.

Note: With two activities out in the field, we’ll have a combined morning tea/lunch at around 11:30am back at the Depot to give everyone time to return.

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We’d love to have you on board!