Our first community planting day was a huge success, with an incredible turnout of around 100 people!
Alongside the familiar faces who regularly support our projects, we were delighted to welcome a strong contingent from the Chinese migrant community, students from Marlborough Boys’ College, a group of dads from the local playgroup, and many families and individuals eager to get involved. It was fantastic to see experienced and first-time planters working side by side, sharing knowledge and enjoying great conversations throughout the day.
The planting marked the beginning of our demonstration site at Thomsons Ford Reserve, where we will trial and showcase a range of restoration techniques. This first planting established a “green firebreak“, a mix of low-flammability species designed to slow wildfire.
A huge thank you to the Bupa Foundation and NZ Landcare Trust for co-hosting this event as part of the Junior Landcare Programme, and to the Blenheim Lions Club for keeping everyone well fed with a delicious BBQ.
We are incredibly grateful to everyone who came along and contributed to such a positive start. We look forward to seeing this site grow and develop in the years ahead.