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Welcome to Aongatete Forest Project

Our incredible volunteers and supporters are focused on restoring 500 hectares of native forest in the Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park, between Tauranga and Katikati.

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Upcoming events

Volunteer Wednesday

April 1 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

DISCOVERY DAY - come and learn about the diversity and beauty of our ferns at Aongatete Forest Project with the very experienced and always entertaining Ann Graeme.  Arrive at the kohanga ready to go at 9am, and enjoy a morning cuppa and a chat before

ECHO Walking Festival

April 5 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Join a guided walk in Aongatete Forest during the 2020 ECHO festival. See how volunteer pest control is making a difference. Bird numbers are increasing, and the volume of insects and spiders has increased dramatically, which means more food for birds. With fewer possums, new

Volunteer Wednesday

April 15 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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An event every month that begins at 9:00 am on day Third of the month, repeating until July 15, 2020

This is our regular volunteer day.  Arrive at the kohanga ready to go at 9am, and enjoy a morning cuppa and a chat before you head home at approx 12 noon. The morning will have either a work focus (assisting with ongoing pest management operations),

Volunteer Wednesday

May 6 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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An event every month that begins at 9:00 am on day First of the month, repeating until July 1, 2020

This is our regular volunteer day. The morning is either 'work' focused - helping with ongoing pest management operations and maintenance OR has a 'discovery' focus. Arrive at the kohanga ready to go at 9am, and enjoy a morning cuppa and a chat before you

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FIND OUR FOREST – MAPS AND WALKS

Aongatete has a very special forest ecosystem and it’s right on the back doorstep of the Western BOP. Check out the area our project looks after and the variety of amazing walks on offer for all to enjoy.

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FUN RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES AND SCHOOL GROUPS

Spot birds, learn about our tree species and discover what’s hiding beneath the leaves. We have a range of engaging and entertaining resources available for making the most of a visit to the forest.
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