- Location:
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Karori, Wellington
Get directions - Departs from:
- Meet at 9am just past the Skyline Walkway Trail on the right hand side, 125 Makara Road or get in touch to book a ride from the Z station on Vivian Street.
- Departure time:
- 8:30
The Makara Peak Supporters were established in 1998 to work in partnership with Wellington City Council to plan and develop a mountain bike park and restore native forest. Their aim is to create a world-class mountain bike park for all skill levels, in restored native forest. This land was once inhabitat by kiwi and the hope it that one day there will be enough forest cover and with predator eradication, kiwi will roam in the huge expansive of forest once again.
We provide: an experienced team leader, tools, gloves, health and safety management and training. Free transport available - get in touch to book a seat as places are limited!
What to wear/bring: sturdy boots, long sleeves and pants, a hat/beanie, waterproof jacket, water bottle and food.
COVID-19 update
During Level 2 we will have a maximum of 10 people per project and a minimum of 1m social distancing. We will only be able to give up to 5 people a ride in the van, if you are able to, please make your own way to the location. We will to record digitally or written external contacts for contact tracing
If you have any concerns about Covid 19 procedures please get in touch
Join this project
11th June 2020
Cost:
On projects which include an overnight stay, a volunteer contribution towards costs of meals, accommodation and transport is required – from
From $40.00 for 2 days
* single day bookings are FREE
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About us
Conservation Volunteers New Zealand is New Zealand's leading conservation volunteer organisation, founded in 2006. We offer conservation programs across New Zealand which enable volunteers to protect, preserve and restore the environment. Projects take place in urban, regional and remote areas, and include tree planting, seed collection, weed control, flora and fauna surveys, building tracks and trails, fencing, and heritage restoration. See below for details of one of our conservation projects, or search for projects near you.
Contact us
For more information, or for help with your booking, please contact the Melrose, office on 02187 8185 or email wellington@cvnz.org.nz