Time: 11-2
Join us for a special two-and-a-half-hour excursion at Millpark Nursery, an inspiring native plant nursery nestled in the heart of Banks Peninsula. Hosted by nursery owners Andrew and Charlotte, this event explores their vision for restoring the local landscape through locally sourced native planting.

What to Expect:
Meet the Visionaries – Andrew and Charlotte will share the story behind Millpark Nursery, their passion for native flora, and their commitment to providing hardy, locally sourced plants for Banks Peninsula restoration projects.

Guided Nursery & Property Tour – Explore the nursery’s thriving collection of native species and embark on a guided tour of the surrounding property. Learn how local seed sourcing strengthens biodiversity and supports natural regeneration in Canterbury.
Local seed source Insights & Planting Demonstration – Understand the importance of selecting regionally adapted plants and witness a hands-on planting demonstration that highlights best practices for ecological restoration.

This excursion is perfect for gardeners, landowners, and conservation enthusiasts looking to deepen their knowledge of native planting and contribute to the ecological health of Banks Peninsula.

Come and be inspired by the power of native planting—helping to restore and protect Banks Peninsula for generations to come!

An information sheet will be sent to all participants the week before the event with instructions for where to meet and what to bring

The Festival is being generously supported by Further Faster. Bring your ticket along to the store to get up to 10% off. Please show your Banks Peninsula Walking Festival Ticket in-store to redeem. Exclusions apply, including but not limited to electronics, paddle gear, hut tickets, gift cards and sale stock. This generous offer is not available retrospectively, so please do not ask.

**Walks canceled by the Festival due to weather related incidents or factors beyond our control (road closure/slips) are eligible for a 60% refund only. Walks canceled due to guide unavailability are eligible for a full refund (minus the Humanitix fee). There will be no rescheduling of canceled walks and refunds will not be available to people who cancel out of a walk. Please let the organiser know as soon as possible if you cancel out of a walk at bpwalkingfest@gmail.com