Marlborough Sounds host and warden application
Apply to be volunteer for a campsite host or hut warden in the Marlborough Sounds in Northern South Island.

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Activity and dates

Camp Bay Campsite preferred dates
Whatamango Bay Campsite preferred dates
Nydia Lodge hut warden – no dates available
Kenepuru Head Campsite closed due to road closures

Personal details

Address

Do you have resident permit/visa or citizenship for New Zealand or Australia?

Emergency contact

For international volunteers, add a New Zealand contact if available. If no New Zealand contact is available, include the international code for the phone number.

Medical conditions

For your own health and safety, list any

  • pre-existing medical conditions
  • allergies
  • past injuries, and
  • special dietary needs.

Fitness

Volunteer activities span a range of fitness levels. The following is a general guide to help you indicate your preferred level of activity:

Fitness guide:

  • Low – you can easily walk up to 2 hours over flat ground
  • Medium – you can comfortably walk with a 5 kg pack up to 4 hours over uneven ground
  • High – you are capable of walking with a 10 kg pack up to 6 hours over uneven ground
  • Very High – you are experienced at walking consecutive days with a 10+ kg pack over steep, rough terrain

Licences/certificates

What licences or certificates do you currently have?

Previous experience

What previous conservation volunteering experience do you have?
Public facing roles may need to go through a screening process and could require a safety check. Are you happy for this to be carried out?
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