Hide your snacks: Litter & our birds
Source: Department of Conservation When we think of litter, we probably have a pretty solid idea of what that is. Maybe it’s a plastic bag, or a chips packet. What about a drink bottle? Sure. But would you consider tossing your banana peel into the bushes as OK to do because ‘it will biodegrade’? How […]
Read More →Volunteer spotlight: Anaura Bay campsite
Source: Department of Conservation Without the passionate volunteers who help DOC in so many ways, we couldn’t deliver the vast array of conservation-based activities that take part across New Zealand’s public conservation lands and waters virtually 24/7. New Zealanders and our visitors are enriched by outdoor experiences. Volunteers play a vital role for conservation in […]
Read More →The ultimate two-week South Island, New Zealand itinerary
MIL OSI – Source: Department of Conservation – Release/Statement Headline: The ultimate two-week South Island, New Zealand itinerary Planning on visiting our scenic South Island? This two-week road trip itinerary will help you make the most of your visit to the rugged south, and includes some of the best walks and hikes New Zealand has […]
Read More →New Zealand winter hiking tips
MIL OSI – Source: Department of Conservation – Release/Statement Headline: New Zealand winter hiking tips “The mountain’s not going anywhere. If I play it safe today I can always come back and try again and again” – Sorrel, Ranger, Egmont National Park Visitor Centre Exploring New Zealand’s winter wilderness is an experience like no other. You’ll […]
Read More →Winter at Fletcher Bay campsite
MIL OSI – Source: Department of Conservation – Release/Statement Headline: Winter at Fletcher Bay campsite Over the next few weeks Frederick Church and Ursula Lambert, DOC Camp Managers, will share some of the conservation campsite gems around Northern Coromandel. By Ursula Lambert, DOC Camp Manager Where is the Fletcher Bay campsite and why would anyone […]
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