The Project Tongariro forest restoration project has been running at Lake Rotopounamu for over 15 years and the improvement to birdlife is remarkable!
Join Project Tongariro volunteers for a walk around the lake checking rodent traps, wētā hotels and bird spotting. Bring your own lunch for a stop at ‘long beach’ and hear about how this unique place is being protected and future plans to reintroduce birds that once lived in this special jewel of Tongariro National Park.
Trip Length: Approx 2 Hours
Minimum Age: 5 Years
Maximum Participants: 20
Meeting Place: Lake Rotopounamu Car Park, State Highway 47 @ 11am
Transport: Make your own way to the Rotopounamu Car Park
Cost: Koha
Postponement date 24th January if the forecast for poor weather. Other criteria for postponement / canceling include Covid alert level increase.
PARTICIPANTS ARE ASKED TO BRING THE FOLLOWING:
Weather appropriate clothing
Water
Sturdy tramping / walking shoes
Sunglasses / sunscreen / sunhat
Personal first aid kit
Personal medication
Camera (optional)
Please note: The Trip Leader reserves the right to refuse anyone who is insufficiently equipped
