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Huge shoutout to Franz Josef Glacier Guides!
We are beyond thrilled to announce that @franzjosefglacierguides — one of the very first inspired member businesses to sign up to the...

Glacier Valley Eco Tours
Jun 111 min read


Fox Glacier Field Day May 29
Tash Goodwin weeds a young native tree at Lake Matheson, Fox Glacier NZ. Mt Tasman and Mt Cook in the background The rain cleared just...

Glacier Valley Eco Tours
Jun 111 min read


Season Kick-Off: Growing Together in Ōkārito – April 28, 2025
On a crisp April morning, the 2025 planting season officially kicked off in Ōkārito, where 20 enthusiastic participants gathered to dive...

Glacier Valley Eco Tours
May 72 min read


Ōkārito Plant Project: Summer Health Checks on Our Planting Sites
Last week, the Ōkārito Plant Project led two important maintenance "health check" days at our planting sites, ensuring the success of...

Paula Sheridan
Feb 132 min read


Restoring Ecosystems: A Community's Journey to Sustainability
Environmental restoration is a powerful testament to what can be achieved when individuals, groups and communities come together with a...

Paula Sheridan
Jan 303 min read


Connecting Students and Nature: The Okarito Plant Project’s Conservation Efforts
The preservation of nature is not just about saving our precious flora and fauna; it’s a way of connecting, educating, and inspiring...

Paula Sheridan
Dec 19, 20244 min read


Wrapping Up 2024 with Milestones, Planting, and Storytelling
What a way to close out 2024! On December 11, we held our final planting day of the year at the Purcell Reserve in Whataroa, marking a...

Paula Sheridan
Dec 16, 20242 min read


Whataroa - A New Planting Site for the Okarito Plant Project!
Last week marked an exciting milestone for the Okarito Plant Project as we launched a brand-new planting site in Whataroa! The landowners...

Paula Sheridan
Dec 16, 20242 min read


Plantings Thriving at Sullivan Farm
On November 11th, we returned to Sullivan Farm near Fox Glacier and Lake Matheson for a maintenance day, ensuring the success of our...

Paula Sheridan
Dec 16, 20241 min read


Spring Maintenance at Purcell Reserve 🌱
Earlier this week, a small but dedicated team from the Ōkārito Plant Project visited the Purcell Reserve to kick off some essential...

Paula Sheridan
Nov 14, 20241 min read


Purcell Reserve Planting Day: Bringing Life Back to the Pond - Phase 3
Amidst a week of rain, the one day forecasted for sunshine magically aligned with our scheduled planting day at the Purcell Reserve. Talk...

Paula Sheridan
Jun 13, 20242 min read


Okarito Plant Project Thriving at Sullivan Farm: A Check-Up Visit
Swade and Paula of Okarito Boat EcoTours, founding members of the Okarito Plant Project, visited Fox Glacier last week to check up on the...

Paula Sheridan
Jun 13, 20242 min read


Growing Dreams: The Okarito Plant Project's Remarkable First Year
After months of behind-the-scenes planning and years of ideas finally coming to life, a small group of "founding members" kicked off the...

Paula Sheridan
May 27, 20242 min read


Rooting for Restoration Planting
A Day of Restoration Planting and Community Spirit - Past & Present A beautiful, crisp, clear day dawned on Thursday, May 23, setting the...

Paula Sheridan
May 27, 20242 min read


Thriving Volunteer Day at Okarito!
We had an incredible day filled with enthusiasm and hard work on Friday, May 17, as a fantastic group of volunteers joined us in Ōkārito....

Paula Sheridan
May 23, 20242 min read


A Return to Purcell Reserve: Plant Protection
On a sunny December 20th morning, our dedicated trio of partners dusted off their gardening gloves and revisited the Purcell planting...

Direen Creative
Jan 25, 20242 min read


New Zealand Eco-Tourism Adventure: Planting Roots in Whataroa
A French Traveler's Fascination with New Zealand's Natural Beauty & Eco-Tourism As a French traveler exploring the diverse landscapes of...

Direen Creative
Jan 25, 20242 min read


Celebrating The Launch of the Ōkārito Plant Project and the Importance of Environmental Protection
Nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of New Zealand's West Coast, the Ōkārito Plant Project reached a significant milestone with its...

Direen Creative
Nov 1, 20233 min read


The Establishment of the Ōkārito Plant Project
Protecting the Ōkārito Wetlands: A Unique Approach Restoring and Protecting South Westlands Biodiversity While driving one day, an...

Direen Creative
Oct 22, 20232 min read


Ōkārito Native Plants Trust: Restoring Nature Sustainably One Plant at a Time
The Remarkable Journey of the Ōkārito Native Plants Trust In the heart of New Zealand's Ōkārito, a remarkable journey of conservation...

Direen Creative
Oct 19, 20232 min read
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