Every year, thousands of New Zealanders take part in voluntary
conservation work. Visit the sites below and find out how you can become a
conservation volunteer.
Conservation Corps
The Conservation Corps is run by the Ministry of Youth Affairs to provide
young New Zealanders with the chance to take part in conservation
projects.
Department of Conservation Volunteers
The Department of Conservation provides opportunities for volunteers of all
ages to participate in practical conservation projects, learn new skills and
enjoy the outdoors.
New Zealand Ecological
Restoration Network
The New Zealand Ecological Restoration Network website lists groups active
in restoration work throughout the country. Many of these groups depend on
volunteers. You can search the site to find groups active in your area.
New
Zealand Trust for Conservation Volunteers
The New Zealand Trust for Conservation Volunteers puts volunteers in touch
with organisations working on conservation projects.
Weedbusters
Weedbusters is a national weeds awareness and education programme that
aims to protect New Zealand's environment from the increasing weed problem.
Visit the Weedbusters site to volunteer for weeding activities near you.
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