Volunteering with DOC Kauri Coast

Join a DOC ranger for a day and help to preserve our beautiful natural environment and carry out conservation work.

In addition to participating in a conservation activity, volunteering has an educational component. Educational activities may include guided walks, a talk from our knowledgeable rangers or members of a local community group, trap demonstrations or even meeting a kiwi.

Examples of past activities:

• planting on a local farmer's property to conserve a globally endangered bird •cleaning up Bayley's Beach
• releasing baby kauri trees from choking weeds and getting to meet a kiwi.

Transport: Transport to and from sites is provided from Dargaville office.

Requirements

The work varies each time, but activities are usually suitable for a range of fitness levels and skills.

Find out more

The first step is to express your interest by filling out the enquiry form. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information and how to proceed.