Events Schedule 2024/25
OCTOBER
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6th
LOCATION: Te Kohuroa Matheson Bay
FACILITATOR: TKRI
TIME: TBC
COST: N/A
Kina Density & Kelp Canopy Surveying
THIS EVENT IS FULLY BOOKED.
The Te Kohuroa Rewilding team will be in the water with an incredible bunch of wāhine who work in science, conservation and in-water education to assess the correlation between kina population densities and kelp coverage within our kelp restoration and control sites.
Keep an eye on our socials to learn more about what we find :)
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17th
LOCATION: Online Session
FACILITATOR: Experiencing Marine Reserves
TIME: 7-8pm
COST: FREE
This evening workshop is the prerequisite session to the Fish Surveying Training taking place on Saturday 19th October (event details below). This session teaches you how to identify a wide variety of fish and other aquatic residents at Te Kohuroa Matheson Bay so you can carry out fish counts, helping us assess the biodiversity within our rocky reefs and kelp forests.
Fish ID Workshop
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19th
LOCATION: Te Kohuroa Matheson Bay Reserve
FACILITATOR: Experiencing Marine Reserves
TIME: 10am-3pm
COST: FREE
EQUIPMENT: Snorkel gear and surveying tools provided. bring your togs, some lunch and a drink.
Advanced Snorkel & Fish Survey Training
Join us as we dive into the ocean and learn advanced snorkel skills (such as duck-diving and equalisation) in preparation for our community kina harvest days.
Once you have mastered advanced snorkelling, we will then go out onto the rocky reefs and carry out a series of ‘Timed Fish Counts’ to assess the biodiversity on the reef.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27th
LOCATION: Goat Island Marine Reserve
FACILITATOR: TKRI / Yogifish
TIME: 8.30am-12noon
COST: $35
EQUIPMENT: Bring your swim gear, wetsuits strongly recommended, tow floats are mandatory, bring cash for the post swim bake sale and spot prizes.
Goat Island Marine Reserve Fundraising Swim
Te Kohuroa Rewilding is raising funds for project equipment to help us complete our Pilot Program.
We are delighted to be partnering with Yogifish.nz - who creates ocean swim adventures for salty souls - to bring you a fundraising Safari Swim around the iconic Island at Te Hāwere-a-Maki / Goat Island Marine reserve to support our kaupapa.
The swim is one lap of Goat Island which is approximately 2kms and is suitable for confident ocean swimmers who can freestyle 1.5kms in open ocean. All swimmers must be pre-registered to swim. Click through below to read the event details and register.
NOVEMBER
NOVEMBER (various dates)
LOCATION: Te Kohuroa Matheson Bay Reserve
FACILITATOR: TKRI / UoA.
TIME: various days and times.
GPS Drop Camera Mapping
THIS EVENT IS FULLY BOOKED
The Te Kohuroa Team will be out and about at the beginning of November to continue their photographic drop camera imagery to assist with the assessment of the reef and mark the kelp restoration zones.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16th
LOCATION: Te Kohuroa Matheson Bay Reserve
FACILITATOR: Experiencing Marine Reserves
& Wai Connection
TIME: 10am-3pm
COST: FREE
EQUIPMENT: Snorkel gear hire, harvesting tools and catch bags provided. Bring your togs, some lunch and a drink.
Community Kina Harvest & Guided Snorkel
To kickstart our Kelp Restoration Process we are bringing our community together to hand gather kina via snorkel, which will be shared as kai moana with participants and the community.
The day starts with an information session about our kelp restoration process, the importance of kina and the causes of kina barrens. Then participants will be guided out to the restoration sites to harvest the kina (1hr).
Those who don’t want to snorkel can join our Citizen Science Station as we measure and count the kina removed. There will also be guided walks through the wetlands and freshwater space, plus a fun afternoon guided snorkel to meet the rocky reef and kelp forest residents of Te Kohuroa Matheson Bay.
LOCATION: Te Kohuroa Matheson Bay Reserve / Leigh Hall
FACILITATOR: Mountains to Sea / Wai Connection
TIME: 9am-3pm
COST: FREE
EQUIPMENT: All equipment is provided.
Session 1: MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25th
‘SHMAK’ Stream Assessment Training (1)
TKRI and Wai Connection are inviting individuals and groups in the Leigh to Whangateau area to learn more about water quality and stream biodiversity indicators, through our 2-day Stream Health Assessment and Monitoring Kit (SHMAK) training.
SHMAK is an engaging, hands-on process that will show our community how to assess the ongoing health of Te Kohuroa awa. This vital information will contribute to a long-term dataset which will be used to support the protection of our freshwater and marine environment into the future.
The first training day is on November 25th and the follow up training day is December 5th. Participants must be available for both days to qualify for registration. Please contact Hana at Wai Connection directly for the early registration sign up code or with any questions - hana.a@mountainstosea.org.nz.
DECEMBER
MONDAY, DECEMBER 5th
LOCATION: Te Kohuroa Matheson Bay Reserve / Leigh Hall
FACILITATOR: Mountains to Sea / Wai Connection
TIME: 9am - 3.30pm
COST: FREE
EQUIPMENT: All equipment is provided.
‘SHMAK’ Stream Assessment Training (2)
This is the second event of a two day water quality and stream biodiversity indicators training process for Stream Health Assessment and Monitoring Kit (SHMAK) training.
Both days include hands-on training to help participants understand the current and ongoing ecological health of Te Kohuroa awa (other local streams) and how to collect ongoing data.
The first training day is on November 25th (see above) and participants must be available for both days to qualify for registration. Please contact Hana at Wai Connection directly for the early registration sign up code or with any questions - hana.a@mountainstosea.org.nz.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14th
Coastal Cruise with the Glass Bottom Boat
Embark on a captivating coastal cruise and discover the hidden treasures along the Te Kohuroa coastline as the Glass Bottom Boat takes you on a captivating tour of the bay. This exclusive voyage takes you on a unique journey showcasing the natural wonders and marine residents that we are working to protect.
Whether you're a nature enthusiast, a wildlife lover, or simply seeking relaxation by the sea, this coastal voyage promises an unforgettable experience.
LOCATION: Te Kohuroa Matheson Bay Reserve
FACILITATOR: Glass Bottom Boat, Leigh.
TIME: 12noon (Sailing time approx 1.5hrs)
COST: $40 Adults / $25 Kids (under 2hrs Free!)
EQUIPMENT: Bring a Hat and your sunnies.
coming soon…
Our Second Community Harvest Day
School Holiday Programme - Snorkel and Explore the Bay!
Biosecurity Workshop and ID Session
Wetland and Kauri Forest Bioblitz Survey
More Cruises with the Glass Bottom Boat
eDNA testing at Te Kohuroa river
Evening Freshwater Spotlighting and Night Snorkel Event… and so much more!
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