Planting native plants along the River is an important part of restoring this Island to its former use as a Mahinga Kai site. Te Kāuru-Hapū Collective has been spearheading this project with the support of Horizons Regional Council and the Manawatū Gorge Biodiversity Project and is a significant community project under the Manawatū River Leaders’ Accord grants initiative.
A community planting day will be held on Saturday 31 May providing the community an opportunity to get involved with the planting of approximately 2000 native plants.
“This project has been a fantastic opportunity to work together with the community, in collaboration with Horizons Regional Council and others with the overall goal being, the improvement and health of our River” says Hine Carberry a representative from Te Kāuru-Hapū Collective.
Be aware you will be required to cross the River which is knee height. We will have a boat to help cross the River if required.
ITINERARY:
9.30am Meet at car park for welcome and karakia
10am River crossing to Parahaki Island
10.30am Briefing
10.45am Start planting
12.30pm Lunch
2.30pm Finish planting
What to bring:
- Gumboots, gloves and a spade (we have a few gloves and spades to lend out for those who don’t have one).
- Shorts and a towel for the River crossing.
- Thermos with a hot drink and/or plenty of water to drink. (Water top ups available).
LUNCH will be provided. Please RSVP to rmaofficer@rangitane.co.nz by 29th May.
Postponement/Cancelation Notice: More FM. Postponement date will be Saturday 7 June 2014.
No Children please. Due to the danger of the river crossing and other hazards we can’t have children under the age of 14 years.