On April 20th 2010 The Whakatane Kiwi Trust began its series of nocturnal kiwi listening walks. These are run by long time volunteer for the Trust, Russell Ingram-Seal, with the help other experienced volunteer leaders. These walks will bring local members of the community and visitors to our town into the bush in the evenings to hear the call of our elusive iconic bird, the kiwi, a rare treat that we are lucky to have in Whakatane.
The walks also give the volunteers opportunities to record call counts to help with knowledge of the birds within the greater Whakatane district.
The walks start at 7pm and last for two hours, this includes an introduction to the area and work being done to protect kiwi. A good level of physical fitness is needed.
Dates for the next walks are (subject to weather):May: 5th, 7th, 11th, 13th, 17th, 19th
June: 2nd, 4th, 7th, 9th, 12th, 13th, 15th, 17thAdults: $15
Children (aged 8 to 17): $10
No children under 8 please.
Family Group (2 adults and 2 Children): $40
Children must be accompanied by one adult to each child.
School bookings are also possible.
07 312 6201
Email: admn-whakatane.kiwi@windowslive.com
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