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Newsletter - January 2010
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The Bay of Plenty
Conservation Kõrero
Updates, Events & Opportunities!
January 2010
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Kia Ora!
Happy New Year folks and trust you have all had the opportunity to get out and enjoy the summer to date. While the summer so far in the East Coast Bay of Plenty may not have been 'perfect'. However, I'd be brave enough to say that we have been reasonably fortunate compared to others across the country.
Tried to keep thisNew Year version of theKorero to the point:Updates, events & opportunities
There is plenty going on in the next few months so get involved and make the most of it.
Protect, enjoy, be involved:Tiakina, hakinakinatia, whakauru
Robert Griffiths
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Kayak trail launched for World Wetlands Day
Families from across the Bay are invited to join a family fun day at the Kaituna wetland reserve on Sunday February 14thfeaturing kayaking, a nature walk, treasure trail and more.
A free bus service is available from Rotorua & Whakatane for those who register, and will leave at 9.30am from Rotorua Convenction Centre and Whakatane I-Site. Registrations are with DOC in Tauranga. The event is part of World Wetlands Day celebrations and is being run jointly by Fish and Game, Environment Bay of Plenty and Department of Conservation (DOC).
Where: Kaituna wetland, Pah Road, Te Puke.
Date & Time: Sunday 14th Feburary 10:30am - 2pm
Bring a picnic, sunscreen and ahat. Bring kayaks and lifejackets if you have them (other kayaks and lifejackets will be available for the public to use on the day), plus a camera and a drink.
Free bus service from Rotorua & Whakatane by registration only.
Email: 
or Tel: 07 571 272 |
Childrens & Family Fun Day @ The Redwoods
Bring the kids along for this fun family day featuring a variety of free activities for all ages. Arts and crafts, story telling, music, bike skills, gymnastics, stage acts, food and much, much more. The Department of Conservation will have a stand with fun and challenging activities. Get involved in the Activity Challenge and win a great Rotorua Adventure Day for two with Multi-Day Adventures, plus spot prizes throughout the day.
Take part in or support your favourite racer in the Bunning's Great Go Kart Race, with the "Celebrity" Race at 1pm and the main races starting at 1.30pm. Only $5 to enter and all entry fees and collections made on the day go to the Rotorua Hospital Children's Unit Trust. Celebrate Children's Day with your family and friends at this free, fun filled day in a great location! Date & Time: Saturday 7th March - 10am - 3pm Where: Redwoods, Long Mile Road, Whakarewarewa.
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Training leaders of the future
Care groups in the Western Bay of Plenty are being offered a number of subsidised training sessions on things like Growsafe (for weedspraying), pest control, and first aid. An inspirational trip to Maungatautari Ecological Island is also on the cards.Offering training to your volunteers is one way of nurturing them and growing them into the people needed for the future.
Failing to plan for the success of your group after you leave is likely to mean the waste of your current efforts. Those volunteers you have now, are the leaders of the future, but they won't be if you don't nurture them.
If you want to know more about the training courses, please contact Pete Huggins, Department of Conservation
P: 07 571 2723 E: phuggins@doc.govt.nz |
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Moko Antics at Ohope Beach
Moko has been continuing to wow crowds around west-end Ohope Beach. Nearly three weeks ago Moko was noted following a fishing boat out of Gisborne and low and behold, he turns up in Whakatane. There has been lots of interaction, with Moko stealing surfboards and keeping crowds entertained. No major incidents have been reported, with local Marine Mammal permit holders and the Surf Club keeping an eye on things.
The Surf Club have been patrolling the area around Moko and picking up swimmers who become tired while the Coastguard, Waka Ama Club and Rowing Club are aware of people safetywith boats around Moko.
Moko previously spent two years at Mahia before moving to Gisborne for four months. The habitat at Mahia and Gisborne was mainly knee to thigh water depth without surf that enabled him to interact easily with lots of people.At Ohope Beach it is constant surf with people putting themselves at risk by swimming out 40 - 80m to interact with Moko. Staff will continue to monitor the situation to ensure the safety of Moko and keep the public informed.
Stay tuned on the antics by checking out Moko's Ohope Facebook page and Blogsite |
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Adventure on the Mangorewa Track
Come and join a DOC Ranger on an adventure into the lesser visited Mangorewa Ecological Area during Rotorua's Walking Festival Week. This is a great trip for those of good fitness looking to explore off the beaten track into more of a backcountry experience. This is a full day trip involving native bush and stream travel (yes - you will get your feet wet!) into a fantastic part of Rotorua.
Date & Time:Saturday 20th March - 9am - 3:30pm
Full information given at registration - bookings essential.
Contact Rob Griffiths: 07 3498226 or rigriffiths@doc.govt.nz |
Free Stuff - Conservation Training
DOC is offering training courses to the public to encourage community participation in conservation. The department is sharing its skills and expertise to ensure consistent and high standards of conservation are maintained across New Zealand.
The training course information is avaliable via the DOC web site at http://www.doc.govt.nz/getting-involved/get-trained/
There are two type of courses avaliable: Online course and Field based |
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DOC Visitor Information in Rotorua
Visitor information in Rotorua has taken a step forward for the summer months. The Department of Conservation has a new staff memberon the counter at Tourism Rotorua i-Site answering visitor enquiries.
Pop in some time and visit. Our new staff member, Jean, has a wealth of experience of recreating acrossNew Zealand.Being a Rotorua local,a keen tramper she has done most major walks across the country as well as knowning the Rotorua Lakes area like the back of her hand. |
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National Events 2010
Seaweek 2010
The dates for the Seaweek are:
Seaweek 7th - 14th March 2010
For more future information check this out! or contact your local area office or contact your local area office
Conservation Week 2010
The dates are out there for the National Celebration of Conservation are:
Conservation Week 12th - 19th September 2010
For more future information check this out! or contact your local area office
Conservation Blog Site
The Department of Conservation has entered the blogging world. The blog site has some cool posts from DOC rangers all over the country. Have a go and post your thoughts and comments!
Check it out at: http://blog.doc.govt.nz/ | |
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More useful stuff...
www.destinationoutdoors.co.nz Bay of Plenty public recreation facilities
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Take our quick survey or arrange for a hard copy for a friend. |
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Contact us at:
Tauranga Area Office
253 Chadwick Rd
Tauranga
07 578 7677 |
Rangitaiki Area Office
State Highway 38
Murupara
07 366 1080 |
Rotorua Lakes Area Office
99 Sala St
Rotorua
07 349 7400 |
Bay of Plenty Conservancy Office, 99 Sala St, Rotorua. Phone 07 349 7400 | | |
