Tiritiri Matangi Island volunteers
Description: Tiritiri Matangi Island is a conservation success story thanks to the involvement of thousands of volunteers planting trees and the successful transfer of endangered bird species. Tiritiri Matangi is located in the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park, to the east of Whangaparaoa Peninsula.
Although the planting programme is now complete, volunteer involvement is still important to support DOC and the Supporters of Tiritiri Matangi in maintaining this island sanctuary. Volunteers assist island rangers with a wide range of tasks from checking water troughs to weeding, beach cleanups and track work. Very little species work is available, but there are many opportunities to see the island's wildlife.
Visitors meet a takahe at the Tiritiri
Lighthouse
Dates: Volunteer programmes run for seven days blocks (Sunday to Saturday) every week of the year, except for six weeks over the summer holiday period.
Accommodation: Bunkhouse.
Food: Bring your own. No supplies available on the island. Please pack all food in rat proof (sealed) containers.
Transport: Courtesy of the 360 Discovery ferry via Downtown Auckland or the Gulf Harbour marina.
What to bring : Travel and gear information (similar to Gear list 2) will be provided on confirmation of placement.
Fitness: Medium
Booking: Register your interest with Sue Cameron. Bookings in advance are essential.
Email: aucklandvolunteer@doc.govt.nz