3rd Anniversary of Nelson's First Miyawaki Microforest

Celebrate and learn about Whakatū  Nelson’s first Miyawaki Microforest on its 3rd birthday. 

After three years, a microforest should be left alone to grow by itself, according to Miyawaki. Colin Davis, co-initiator of this project, will take participants for a walk around the forest presenting its unique use of Biochar and sharing the purpose, origin and development of the project. This is a family friendly event and we'll have games, tea, snacks and cake to celebrate. 

A microforest is a self-contained eco-world, encouraging bio-diversity, drawing CO2 from the atmosphere, and storing carbon - especially with the use of biochar. They are small and easy to grow, once you have a little space. They are an ideal community project and also are educational for upper primary and secondary schools.

This event is part of Climate Action Festival 2024, running from the 24th of May till the 2nd of June. Full program here.