Foundations in Conservation (Ōhiwa Headland, 11 April 2026)

About Course

Aimed at beginners, this Foundations in Conservation training unit will provide you with essential foundations to help your conservation journey — whether that be as a volunteer, on your own land or on a career path.  

Gain an understanding of the importance of conservation in Aotearoa; basic key ecological principles and the important role you can play in contributing to conservation outcomes. 

This all-day training unit will be held on Saturday, 11 April 2026 (9am-4pm) at Ōhiwa Headland/Reserve.* NOTE: This training unit is also being run at other sites in the Bay of Plenty. See listings under ‘Our Training Units’ for further details.

*Please Note:
Unsuitable weather conditions (or other unforeseen circumstances) may mean we have to postpone this day. Once enrolled updates and options will be available in the ‘Announcements’ tab no later than 8:00pm on 10 April.

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What Will You Learn?

  • The main conservation issues in Aotearoa and ecological principals of a specific ecosystem.
  • The main conservation tools used in Aotearoa
  • The main principles used in outdoor safety
  • The function and relevance of community conservation

Course Content

About The Day
Please read before the attending this in-person event at Ōhiwa Headland Reserve

  • Information to help you plan for the day

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