Papatowai Campsite - maintenance

Project number: 19
Location: Papatowai Campsite, The Catlins

Dates

4 volunteers for 5 days

Monday 17 February to Friday 21 February 2025

Description

Nestled in native bush beside the Papatowai Campsite is an old DOC ranger house, which has easy access to the beautiful beach and estuary. Nearby is the Tahakopa Bay Scenic Reserve and many bush walks.

We require assistance to give the campsite and area surrounding the DOC house a general tidy up. Tasks will include painting, minor building repairs, amenity cleaning, vegetation trimming and weeding. 

What to expect

Fitness/skill level

Low to medium fitness level. Carpentry and building skills would be useful on this trip.

Accommodation

Fully furnished, three bedroom DOC house at Papatowai. A hot shower and laundry facilities are available, and all kitchen appliances and equipment are provided.

Pickup/drop-off location and times

Meet at the DOC Field Centre, 20 Ryley Street, Owaka at 8.30 am on Monday 17 February. The activity will finish at Papatowai at 4.00 pm on Friday 21 February.

Contribution towards food and transport

$150 per person.