Join Te Kākano for a hands-on volunteer session supporting native habitat restoration in the Upper Clutha. Each year, Te Kākano grows and plants thousands of native seedlings, and volunteers play a key role in keeping this work moving.
Tasks change with the seasons and may include propagating native plants, caring for young seedlings in the nursery, watering, or preparing for upcoming planting days. No specific skills or experience are needed – the Te Kākano team will provide guidance throughout the session. All are welcome.
Venus coffee, tea, and snacks are provided, and there’s time to enjoy the views from the deck while you’re there. Roll up your sleeves and lend a hand to local restoration efforts.
Summer sessions (October-March):
Tuesday and Wednesday mornings, 9am -12pm
Winter sessions (April-September):
Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons, 1pm – 4pm
Access to the nursery is through the QEII Reserve, either through the gate or over the nursery stile. You will find some directions here to come to the nursery.
Check out Te Kākano’s Facebook page for any updates or changes.
Seasonal note:
As winter settles in, we will be running some of the nursery sessions at planting sites (instead of being at the nursery) where we will be looking after previous planting, as below:
