Conservation Fun Day on Motutapu Island!
Event Information
Event description
Description
We are finally going to be doing something nice together again for a good cause! The stunning Island behind Rangitoto? Yes! That's Motutapu
There are Kiwi's, Takahe, and many endangered species on this island, so if you are lucky, you might see something VERYYYYY special!
Only 20 Spaces available so book quickly!
**Cost**
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All you need to pay for is part of your ferry ticket! As a tree planter, you will get 30% discount off your return ferry ticket!
Our event leader will be purchasing the tickets VERY EARLY on the day with the Tree Planter Tokens so there will be no refunds if you decide not to show up on the day or are late. You cannot pay on the day, Payment is to be made through eventbrite to secure our plant in the conservation team ahead of time :)
We all go on the one ferry, and that is it.
We will spend the majority of the day volunteering but will spare at least an hour for some sightseeing. We may be able to spend a bit longer sightseeing, depending on the volunteering schedule. This will be confirmed very shortly.
**What to Bring**
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~Lunch and drinking water for the day.
~Snacks are available to purchase from Reid Homestead when it is open.
~Sunhat, sun-screen, sturdy footwear.
~Any medication you may need.
!!!!!!!Plants/grasses can cause hay fever. Be prepared.!!!!!!!
**Special note from our good friends at Motutapu Farm Ltd**
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Walkers on the island need to be aware that there is a farm operating on Motutapu. Much of the poled walking track is over working farm paddocks. Please take note of the following:
*You must leave farm gates as you find them! If a gate is closed and you open it for access then you must close it behind you.
*Often there are young cattle grazing within the poled track paddocks. Like young children they can be inquisitive and playful. They may at times approach you.
Stand your ground, clap your hands, shout and/or wave your arms. Any combination of these responses will see them quickly back away.!
!Please note! – at times there are bulls on the island. Whichever paddock they are confined to has warning signs, so keep clear.!
Enjoy walking the beautiful island of Motutapu, one of New Zealand’s pest free island sanctuaries.
**Important Biosecurity Information**
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The islands of Motutapu and Rangitoto are pest free and home to translocated endangered species such as takahe and kiwi. So it is extremely important that we keep Motutapu free from pest incursions. Please note the following rules are now in place in relation to travel to both Rangitoto and Motutapu:
Packs, bags, containers – All bags and containers should be able to be closed and sealed.
Check for mice, insects, seeds & soil, & remove if found. Once packed, keep bags closed zipped up tight. Remember to recheck your bag on the morning of departure.
Footwear – Check laces & seams for seeds. Check boot treads for soil & seeds. Clean if required.
Clothing – Check pockets for seeds and clean if required.
Food – Pack all food in sealed containers free from insects. Please – no open bags.
Dogs are absolutely prohibited, even on our beaches (see comments below)
Spray your shoes when you enter the forest or nursery – this ensures Kauri Dieback doe not arrive on this island. Spray bottles at entrances to track.
