Join us in the July School Holidays for nature based activities!

*Nature by Night Tours

Join us in celebrating Matariki, the Māori New Year! On the 28th of June, the cluster of stars, Mānawatia a Matariki, reappears. Matariki is a time to come together and connect with your whānau and home.

This year, to celebrate, we are hosting a series of night tours at our Sylvan Park in Milford. Our tour will begin with Muriwai Junger, who will introduce us to Matariki and the significance of the stars in Māori culture. Following this, we will explore the fascinating nocturnal creatures in our reserves, including insects, arachnids, aquatic life such as fish and eels, and other night-dwelling animals. These creatures, often unseen during the day, come alive at night.

This 1-hour guided night tour at our local park concludes with a cup of hot chocolate to warm up. This event is suitable for all ages 5 years and older.

Event Details:

Date: Wednesday 10th and Tuesday 16th July
Time: 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Sylvan Park, Milford. Parking & Meeting Place @ 16 Pierce Road.
The tour will go ahead unless if there is severe weather warnings. You will be notified on the day if the tour is cancelled.

*Tree Planting

Bring the whole whānau along and contribute to regenerating our environment by planting native trees. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with nature and give back to our environment.

Event Details:

Date: Wednesday 17th July
Time: 10am - 11 am
Location: William Souter Reserve, Forrest Hill. Parking on Rosemary Avenue.

All tools and training will be provided, so no prior experience is necessary. Just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to get your hands dirty. It's a fun and rewarding experience for ages 5 and older.

Let's work together to create a greener future for everyone. We look forward to seeing you there!

*Takapuna Rockpool Exploration with EMR
We are also co-hosting this free guided rock pooling experience with Experiencing Marine Reserves - EMR, this July24 school holiday.

Come and learn about the amazing world that exists within rockpools and some of the native species that call rocky reef
tidal zone home!

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday 16th July
Time: 9.30am - 11am & 11am - 12.30pm
Location: Takapuna Reef, 24 The Promenade, Takapuna, Auckland.

Click here to book for the Takapuna Rockpool Exploration.

With thanks to the Bobby Stafford Bush Foundation, Auckland Council, Devonport-Takapuna Local Board & Auckland Foundation.