DOC's Ahuriri Estuary Restoration Volunteer Group is a group of volunteers who primarily carry out weed control around the Ahuriri Estuary in Napier.
The group meets at the carpark at the end of Humber Street, Ahuriri, Napier, on the first Thursday of each month (apart from January) and usually work from 8.30am - 12 noon when working around the lower estuary. After a discussion about the work for the day and the Health & Safety briefing the group then travels to whichever area of the estuary will be worked that day.
Occasionally the group travels to other reserves in Hawke's Bay, such as A'Deanes Bush, Elsthorpe and Inglis Bush Scenic Reserves in Central Hawke's Bay, and to Lakes Tutira and Waikopiro. When working away from the estuary we usually work for the full day.
At times the group are also involved with native planting around the estuary.
There is no requirement to attend each month, just turn up when it works for you. We would welcome some new members.
Someone who cares about the environment and is looking to join a group of dedicated volunteers. A reasonable level of fitness as most volunteer days involve physical work.