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Volunteer in activities supporting conservation in Arthur's Pass National Park, including bird surveys, predator and weed control.
Every second Tuesday: Buller conservation volunteers meet every two weeks, year round, to work on a variety of interesting conservation projects.
Applications are now open for the 2025/26 season.
Help restore South Westland’s native habitat by volunteering with the Ōkarito Plant Project.
November – April: Volunteer for two weeks or more at Ottos/Macdonalds Campsite over the summer period.
Volunteer to protect and monitor roroa/great spotted kiwi and other threatened species in the Paparoa Range and the Atarau Sanctuary,
For fit and experienced self-motivated volunteers who are keen to keep the backcountry tracks of South Westland open and maintained.
Spend two weeks or more volunteering at Welcome Flat Hut in Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Availability from late January 2026.
Not quite for you?
- If you're interested in volunteering with DOC in this region but there are no suitable activities listed, fill in our registration of interest form.