A close up of the ferns on Maud Island

Image: Sabine Bernert | ©

Do an activity

Introduction

Doing something for Conservation Week is easy. Take a look through these things to do for ideas.

Highlights

Be aware that Alert Level restrictions due to COVID-19 may restrict where you can engage in some of the activities below.

Experience a virtual visit and see wildlife through our eyes

Experience a virtual visit and see wildlife through our eyes

Enjoy a virtual visit to experience kākāpō and erect-crested penguins through the eyes of DOC rangers and scientists.
See nature differently for wellbeing

See nature differently for wellbeing

Boost your wellbeing with our immersive digital nature experiences or outdoors if you can with this activity from Healthy Nature, Healthy People.
Nature photography through new eyes

Nature photography through new eyes

Use our beginners’ guide to capture what you love most about nature and find fresh ways to experiment for the perfect shot.
Identify ten common birds in your local space

Identify ten common birds in your local space

Use our bird identification guide to take a closer look at ten birds that have always been around. Look for them in your garden, urban or outdoor spaces this Conservation Week.
Explore the night sky with our star wheel

Explore the night sky with our star wheel

Download and print our free star wheel and exploring the stars and constellations of the night sky above your home.
Make a photo story of nature with your family

Make a photo story of nature with your family

Enjoy nature up close with our storytelling photo activity for children and get creative outdoors with your phone or camera.
Attract lizards to your garden

Attract lizards to your garden

Get involved in conserving our lizards by creating an inviting home for them in your garden.
Build a wētā motel

Build a wētā motel

There is nothing better than a motel for a wētā.
Plant a native tree

Plant a native tree

Be a part of the movement to restore our flora.
Find out who lives in your garden

Find out who lives in your garden

Make some chew cards to find out what's living in your garden.
Track backyard introduced predators

Track backyard introduced predators

What's really out there?
Nature activities for families at home

More nature activities for families

Easy, practical activities for getting outdoors with your family and spending time in nature while at home.
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