Sunday Working Bee Helpers
About the role
Join the Grovetown Lagoon Restoration Project, a community initiative dedicated to restoring a freshwater wetland for public enjoyment. Volunteers help enhance the habitat for fish and bird life while contributing to the conservation and recreational use of this serene sanctuary.
Working bees are held on the second Sunday of every month from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM, often followed by a sausage sizzle and cuppa. Volunteers can participate casually or regularly, with no long-term commitment required.
Responsibilities
- Planting trees
- Tending previously planted trees
- Weeding
- Mulching
- Assisting with other conservation and maintenance tasks as needed
Requirements
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, safe footwear, and a water bottle
- Volunteers under 16 must be accompanied by an adult for the first few sessions
- No prior experience necessary—full training provided
- Optional: Bring your own tools (not required)
Schedule
Working bees take place on the second Sunday of each month from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM (or slightly longer). Upcoming dates for early 2025:
- Sunday, 2nd February
- Sunday, 9th March
- Sunday, 13th April
- Sunday, 11th May
Volunteers can attend once, multiple times, or every session—participation is flexible.
Location
Grovetown Lagoon, a beautiful freshwater wetland sanctuary. View on Google Maps.
Note: A Wednesday volunteer group also operates at the lagoon. For more details, visit Volunteer Marlborough.